Volume 89, Issue 25 | April 28, 2010
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Marty O’Connor Named Charger Bulletin Professor of the Year
Al Celotto Comes in Second, Saliby in Third
Europe Blanketed in Volanic Ash
By MICHAEL KELLY STAFF WRITER
–––––––––––––––––––––––––– On Apr. 14, Iceland’s volcano Eyjafjallajokull erupted, filling the clouds and sky with tons of ash. This volcano caused Europe’s aviation safety authorities to be faced with an unprecedented dilemma and take drastic action to avoid a loss of power disaster caused by engine damage. Europe’s airspace was shut down the next day. France, Germany, Ireland, Sweden, Norway, Belgium, Denmark, Poland, and the Netherlands also announced the complete or partial closure of their airspace, authorities in each country said. Volcanic ash can cause jet engines to shut down. Matthew Watson, a geophysicist at England’s Bristol University said, “You really need two things to happen: you need the volcano to stop emplacing ash to the altitude that commercial aircraft fly at, 30-35,000 feet, and you then need the upper level winds to blow the ash and disperse it out
of the airspace.” The ash plume tween 20,000 feet feet (6,000 meters meters), where it
drifted beand 36,000 and 11,000 could get
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sucked into airplane engines. The smoke and ash could also affect aircraft visibility. The disruption caused havoc for air travel around the world. The Air Transport Association of America said member airlines canceled about 165 flights to and from Europe on Thursday due to the volcanic activity. U.S. carriers operate 337 flights to and from Europe each day, according to the as-
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Gleason, Gagne, Two Dogs Walk 2,000 Miles Rossi Named for Cancer Athletes of the Year By KAIT RICHMOND STAFF WRITER
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Player of the Year Awards Breanne Gleason, Softball Shannon Gagne, Women’s –––––––––––––––––––––––––– Track and Field WEST HAVEN, Conn. - The Mitch Rossi, Baseball University of New Haven DeRookie of the Year Awards partment of Athletics recognized Ryan Osiecki, Football its student-athletes Sunday eveKeidy Candelaria, Women’s ning at its Annual Athletics Volleyball By ANDY BEARDSLEY
DIRECTOR OF ATHLETIC MEDIA RELATIONS
Have you ever loved someone so much, that you would be willing to leave your life behind and walk across the country for him or her? Luke Robinson is doing just that, and all in memory of his beloved pooch Malcolm. In 2004, at just six years old, Malcolm Awards Banquet at Anthony’s Positive Game Environ- was diOcean View in New Haven. ment Team Award agnosed Highlighting the night was the Women’s Basketball with bone presentation of the 2009-10 Athcancer. letes of the Year to Breanne GleaCongratulations to all those The dog son (Softball), Shannon Gagne who received athletic awards! received (Women’s Track and Field) and health treatMitch Rossi (Baseball). ment that slowed the cancer’s
progression, but it eventually reached his lungs. After a twoyear battle, Malcolm passed on. Robinson was devastated, but mourned just as the loved ones
decided he wanted to find a cure. After selling his truck and putting all of his belongings in storage, Robinson set out on the trip of a lifetime. In Mar. 2008,
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of many cancer victims do: he
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Jablonski Appointed Vice President for Student Affairs A CHARGER BULLETIN FEATURE
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West Haven - Margaret Jablonski has been appointed vice president for student affairs at the University of New Haven (UNH) effective Aug. 2, 2010. Jablonski has nearly 30 years experience in higher education and currently serves as the vice chancellor for student affairs at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, one of the premier public universities in the United States. "I am thrilled that Peggy Jablonski will be joining the University of New Haven," said UNH President Steven Kaplan. "She has worked at some of the leading universities in the nation and will be a
great asset to UNH. She is passionate about working with students and will be an excellent advocate on their behalf." "I am excited to be joining UNH at this time in its history," said Jablonski. "I found the students and faculty to be very engaging, interested in real world issues, and focused on the future. I look forward to becoming part of the UNH community and returning to my roots in New England." At UNC-Chapel Hill, Jablonski oversees student life for approximately 17,500 undergraduate and 10,000 graduate students. Her areas of responsibility include housing and residential education, campus health services, counseling and wellness services, student judicial affairs,
Greek life, the LGBTQ Center, disability services, the student union, new student and parent programs, campus recreation, career services, and leadership development. Prior to joining UNCChapel Hill in 2004, she served as dean for campus life at Brown University, the associate vice chancellor for student affairs at the University of Connecticut, associate dean for undergraduate education and student affairs at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, and assistant dean for residential services at Worcester Polytechnic Institute. She earned both her bachelor's and master's degrees at the University of Massachusetts Amherst and her doctorate in education at Boston University.
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by Joann Wolwowicz
The month of April marks the anniversary of the sinking of the Titanic, the British luxury passenger liner that sank on Apr. 14, 1912. Ninety-eight years ago, the ship took its maiden voyage from Southampton, England to New York City, killing about 1,500 passengers and ship personnel. Being one of the most famous tragedies in modern history, it has inspired numerous stories, several movies, and even a musical. Most have seen the famous movie that made millions and drew millions into the fictional story of Jack and Rose, but how many people know some of the hard facts associated with this tragic event in history? The Titanic was one of the largest and most luxurious ships in the world. It had a carrying capacity of 46,329 tons, and when fully laden, the ship weighed 66,000 tons. The Titanic was 882.5 feet long and 92.5 feet wide at
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its widest point. Designed and built by William Pirrie’s Belfast firm Harland and Wolff, it was meant to service the highly competitive Atlantic Ferry route. It had a double-bottomed hull that was divided into sixteen compartments that were presumed to be watertight. Because four of these compartments could be flooded without endangering the liner’s buoyancy, it was considered unsinkable. Shortly before midnight on Apr. 14, the ship collided with an iceberg about 400 miles south of Newfoundland. At least five of the watertight compartments towards the bow were ruptured. The first four of these five compartments filled with water, which pulled down the bow of the ship. The compartments were not capped at the top, so water from the ruptured forward compartments filled each succeeding compartment aft as the ship’s incline brought the bow below
the waterline. The ship sank at 2:20 a.m. on Apr. 15. The Titanic had only 1,178 lifeboat spaces for the 2,224 persons aboard, and many of the lifeboats were lowered into the water only partly filled with passengers, thus leaving many people stranded on the sinking ship. As a result, about 1,500 people died. Many of those who perished on the ship came from prominent American, British, and European families. Among the dead were the noted British journalist William Thomas Stead and heirs to the Straus and Astor fortunes. The glamour associated with the ship, its maiden voyage, and its notable passengers magnified the tragedy of its sinking in the popular mind. Legends arose almost immediately around the night’s events, those who had died, and those who had survived. Heroes and heroines, such as See TITANIC page 3
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USGA & More
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USGA President’s Corner Fellow UNH students, I would like to thank the students who participated in this year’s Last Man Standing competition which was hosted by the USGA. We had a great week of events. The 1st place winner was Justin Green, 2nd place prize was Mike Lounsbury, and 3rd place prize was Patrick Wellington. The interim Vice President for Student Success, Jim McCoy, is planning a wonderful event on Wednesday, Apr. 28 from 2:00 to 3:30 p.m. called “Sundaes on the Lawn.” This event will serve as a way for all students, faculty, staff, and administrators to get together and celebrate the end of an academic year. I hope to see everyone in the quad Wednesday afternoon. As a reminder the Annual Spring Weekend is THIS WEEKEND!. I would like to thank SCOPE for all of their hard work and planning that has gone on so far. I hope to see everyone out at the concert, the carnival, and the rest of the events this weekend. I encourage any students who have any questions about UNH or how to get involved to come visit the USGA offices located on the top floor of Bartels Hall. You can find students who will be able to answer your questions or help you any way they can during any time of the day. As always, if you have any concerns log onto www. chargervoice.com and let your voice be heard. Have a great week, Christopher Rinck USGA President USGAPresident@newhaven.edu
All About the Titanic
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American Molly Brown, were identified and celebrated by the press. The disaster and the mythology that has surrounded it have continued to fascinate millions. On Sept.1, 1985, the wreck of the Titanic was found lying upright in two pieces on the ocean floor at a depth of about 13,000 feet. The ship, located at about 41°46 N 50°14 W, was subsequently explored
several times by manned and unmanned submersibles under the direction of American and French scientists. The expeditions found no sign of the long gash previously thought to have been ripped in the ship’s hull by the iceberg. In subsequent years marine salvagers raised small artifacts from the wreckage and even attempted to lift a large piece of the hull.
Kerin Boutique Springs into Summer with New Shopping Program
NEW HAVEN - The newest shop in the Broadway Retail District, Kerin Boutique, offers smart fashions for the eco-conscious woman and has recently made itself much more affordable with lower price points and discounted shopping program. Kerin opened in December of 2009, and its quality designer fashions include shoes, handbags,
apparel, accessories, and more. All fashions are fair trade and environmentally conscious. Now, just months after its opening, Kerin has knocked down the price points on its new summer stock and has launched a student shopper program offering 15% off with a valid student ID. “We hope this program will help the … commu-
nity become aware of the affordable eco friendly fashions right here in New Haven,” said Chris Kerin, who founded Kerin with his daughter, Jacqueline. The strong local demand for socially responsible, quality women’s apparel was the driving force behind the boutique’s concept. Kerin offers fashionable brands including olsen Haus, Matt & Nat, and
Stewart & Brown. Kerin is not limited to high fashion, however, as it sells a wide variety of affordable everyday clothing and accessories. “Kerin adds a wonderful set of high fashion, environmentally-friendly offerings to the broad and sophisticated array of apparel to be found among See SHOPPING page 5
SCOPE it Out
by Lindsay Lynch
Hey everyone! Wow did this year fly by, seems like just yesterday I was welcoming you all back from winter and spring break! Let’s back track for one minute and see what some of you missed last week. On Tuesday we had a lecture named “When the Gays Move into Mr. Rogers’s Neighborhood” by Joe and Bil. It was a great lecture talking about the in’s and out’s of GBLTQ. Joe and Bil talked about a ton of topics and even answered questions from the audience. To wrap up their lecture, SCOPE’S comedy and lecture committee had them give-away a pink toaster to a lucky winner. Wednesday we had Double Dare, which had been rescheduled due to rain. This was brought to you by all of SCOPE and included inflatables earlier in the day. It was a very informative day and might I add a very messy experience. In true Double Dare fashion there were question rounds, obstacle courses, physical challenges, and lots of slime. The movie last week was When in Rome. Thursday night special events hosted Stevie Star the Human Regurgitator. Stevie swallowed everything from coins, to fish, to lighter fluid. It was pretty neat to see: minus the sound effects! One lucky winner took all three of the swallowed fish home as a prize. Friday night we had giant games in the Maxcy parking lot that included giant kurplunk, twister, tricycles, chair photos, connect four and much more! Saturday and Sunday we had off campus trips: Saturday was to Six Flags and Sunday was to Elizabeth New Jersey to take a tour of fire houses with the fire science club. Last week was a great week with lots of fun filled events. We only have two short weeks left so make sure to come by all our events so you don’t miss out! Now on to the upcoming events: Wednesday: concert tickets sales are from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. for undergrads, grads, and guest tickets. Thursday: concert ticket sales are from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. for undergrads, grads, and guest tickets. You must have your UNH ID and be present to get a ticket. Guests must be 18 years of age and have a photo ID with them at the concert. Remember, only one guest is allowed per UNH student. The movie this week will be playing on Wednesday in the Alumni at 7:30 and Thursday at 9:00 in the Upper Student Lounge. The movie this week is Day Breakers. Then it is the weekend which means: SPRING WEEKEND IS HERE!! Spring Weekend is the best weekend by far and there is so much that will be going on! SCOPE will be hosting this year’s spring concert up at the charger gymnasium at 7:00 p.m. Saturday SCOPE will be hosting the carnival at north campus. There will be plenty of surprises for everyone: don’t be shocked if we top last year! Saturday Night the comedy and lecture committee will be hosting Bo Burnham in the charger gymnasium at 7:30 p.m. On Sunday SCOPE’s Film committee will be hosting its annual drive in movie in the quad. The movie, Book of Eli will start at 8:30 p.m. Trust me this is one you won’t want to miss! Blankets will be given away to the first hundred students that attend! The following week we will end the semester with a few more events I know you won’t want to miss! Monday comedy and lecture will be hosting the real live Hitch, the Dating Doctor, in Dodds Auditorium at 7:00 p.m. Wednesday will have a relaxation package in the German Club from 12 to 5 p.m. Stop by to get a massage, ice cream, chocolate fountain, oxygen bar, and plenty more. That night we have our last Beanhouse of the year and it will be Cinco de Mayo themed! So that is this week’s edition of SCOPE it out, Come on out to all of our events, you won’t regret it! Enjoy the rest of the semester and always remember that if you’re bored at night there is most likely a SCOPE event going on! Have a great week everyone!!!
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A Star is Born: With a Little Help from UNH Students A CHARGER BULLETIN FEATURE
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West Haven - University of New Haven (UNH) students helped edit and produce the final episode of MyTV9's A Star is Born, an entertainment program in which contestants competed to become the next MyTV9 "Star" and win a one-year contract with MyTV9. The entire show was edited at UNH using the Final Cut Pro editing facilities that are part of the Laurel Vlock Center for Convergent Media. The center is an Applecertified Final Cut Pro training facility, the only certified training facility in the state. The show was edited in HD by Andrei Pop, a senior communications, film, and theatre student, and received rave reviews by MyTV9 producer Sandy Potter. UNH also received production credit at the opening of the show. In addition, a 3-D animat-
ed UNH graphic was produced by students in the 3-D Computer Animation and Modeling class, and a 30-second UNH commercial played at end of the show. The winner of the A Star is Born, competition will receive a one-year paid job on television, appearing in commercials, station promotions, at live events, and will report on events happening around Connecticut. The contestants, ranging in age from their 20’s to 70’s, spent several minutes in front of a camera to prove that he or she should be the MyTV9 Star. The final show will be rebroadcast at 4 p.m. on Apr. 24. A leader in experiential education, the University of New Haven is experiencing a historic and nationally recognized surge in enrollment. Founded in 1920, the university provides its students with a unique combination of solid liberal arts and realworld, hands-on profes-
sional training. UNH is a private university with an 80-acre main campus. The University has an enrollment of more than 5,700; approximately 1,700 graduate students and more than 4,000 undergraduates, 70 percent of whom reside in University housing. The University offers more than 80 undergraduate degrees and more than 25 graduate degrees through its five colleges, in fields such as sports management, nutrition, forensic science, music and sound recording, engineering, computer science and criminal justice. University College at UNH develops programs and courses to meet the emerging educational and training needs of educators, businesses and public and social agencies, focusing on academic excellence, convenience and flexibility. University of New Haven students study abroad through a variety of distinctive programs.
Sarah Palin Testifies Against Hacker
By LIZ DE LA TORRE STAFF WRITER
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For what it’s worth, American politician Sarah Palin is back in the news. Whether it’s the hockey mom’s take on dinosaurs living with humans 4,000 years ago or Russia being “our next door neighbor,” there is never a dull moment with the large conundrum that is Sarah Palin. Still fending attacks from naysayers who deem her an embarrassing representation of the average American or an incompetent failure in the American political structure, this time, she’s taking action against 22 year-old former college student David Kernell. Kernell hacked her Yahoo! e-mail account during the 2008 presidential campaign. Kernell, a former student at the University of Tennessee, breached Palin’s account after she
disclosed using Yahoo! email for state business. He correctly answered security questions by googling her birth date, zip code, and where she met her husband. He then allegedly published the e-mail contents and private material online under the pseudonym “rubico” where he bragged about the hacking and changed her password to “popcorn.” His attorney, Wade Davies, argued that the password was achieved using public information. As she testified on Apr. 23, Palin recounted how her family’s emails, pictures, and phone numbers were exposed on the Internet which resulted in harassing calls, text messages, and e-mails that fueled rumors about an affair and speculation that her youngest child, Trig, wasn’t her son. While Palin testified that she could not recall being warned to change her Yahoo! e-mail account,
a former Palin assistant admitted to setting up the account at her request despite advising her to make changes because the password could be easily discovered. There is speculation that Kernell, the son of a Democratic lawmaker, was trying to ruin her vice-presidential campaign though he maintains he was simply trying to access her private e-mail. His attorney calls the case a college prank and denies Kernell having any criminal intent. Asked what punishment would be suitable for an e-mail breach, Palin said, “I don’t know, but I do think there should be consequences for bad behavior.” David Kernell, who is charged with identity theft, mail fraud, and two other felony charges, currently faces a maximum of 50 years in federal prison if convicted.
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Majority of Americans Distrust the U.S. Government
By MELANIE ROVINSKY STAFF WRITER
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Approximately 80 percent of Americans claim that they do not trust the government to make the right decisions, according to a Pew Research Center survey released on Apr. 18. The results reflect the highest level of distrust in the federal government in 50 years. According to the research center, Americans’ trust in Washington has been declining since Eisenhower’s administration in 1958, when the question was first posed to the public. The survey revealed that only 22 percent of Americans say that they trust the government “just about always” or “most of the time.” The report pointed to economic instability, par-
tisan politics, and dissatisfaction with Congress as some of the main reasons for the growing distrust. The series of surveys also showed that last month’s healthcare debate contributed to making these already negative feelings even worse. About 40 percent of Americans believe the Obama administration is doing a good or excellent job, and 56 percent are frustrated with the federal government, the Pew Research Center said. Twenty-one percent of Americans admitted to being angry. The main survey involved 2,505 adults and was conducted Mar. 11 to 21. Three other surveys of 1,000 adults each were taken on Mar. 18 to 21, Apr. 1 to 5, and Apr. 8 to 11. The margin of error is plus or minus 4 percent.
Shopping in New Haven!
an economic downturn… the more than 50 shops New Haven was one of the and boutiques located in top 20 performing metrodowntown New Haven,” politan economies in the said Abigail Rider, one of country in the first quarter the directors of the Broad- of 2009 and the opening of way Merchants Associa- Kerin is tangible proof of tion. “We are delighted this.” and privileged to have Kerin joins the only new businesses opening in J Crew in New Haven New Haven in the midst of County, Urban Outfitters, con’t from page 3
and the Yale Bookstore, the largest bookstore between New York and Boston, in the Broadway Retail District, where stores are open until 9 pm Monday to Saturday and until 6 pm on Sunday with easy parking available.
Cross-Country Dog Walk from Austin to Boston for Cancer
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he and his two Great Pyrenees dogs, Hudson and Murphy, began a crosscountry walk from Austin to Boston. Their mission is to raise awareness about canine cancer, and show that humans can benefit as well. The walk is called “2 Dogs 2,000 Miles,” but Hudson and Murphy will have walked well over 2,000 miles on their journey. On Jun. 19, Robinson and his pups will walk the last mile into Boston with friends and supporters, following a memorial service for all those lost to cancer, human or animal. Celebrations will fol-
low in the Boston Common with the Puppy Up! Festival. There will be vendors, animal welfare booths, music, contests and much more. The crowd will move to the Fairmont Copley Plaza at night for dancing, dinner, and auctions. Robinson will also launch phase two of “2 Dogs 2,000 Miles” that night. He hopes to get two million dogs to walk just two miles for cancer. This is just one more step toward aiding the study of comparative oncology. Dogs develop cancer naturally, just like humans. Cancer research can reap the benefits of studying
pets with cancer, because those cells are biologically comparable to those of humans, there is a large population of cats and dogs with pre-existing cases of cancer, and it occurs in them within years (rather than humans, who can develop it over decades). According to 2MillionDogs.org, veterinarian oncologists believe there are between four and eight million cases of cancer in pets, and most never receive adequate treatment. If comparative oncology is increased, more pets will have access to the latest drug candidates. Additionally, grants from private and public sources will
help subsidize the costs, and help more families afford treatment for their pets. Animal testing rates would minimize, as well, because the pets do not have be given the cells to make them sick. Not only does comparative oncology aid in the quest for the cancer cure, it will help your four-legged best friend to enjoy a healthier, happier life. Robinson, Hudson, and Murphy will be in Connecticut until the end of this week. To follow the rest of their journey, learn more about comparative oncology, and lend your support, visit 2Dogs2000Miles.org.
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Blue Laws Make Me Blue
By ZACK ROSEN
EDITOR-IN-CHIEF
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Blue laws are absolutely stupid. Well, that’s my opinion at least. Let’s delve into the issue with some history! Connecticut “blue laws” refer to any law regulating the activities of citizens on Sunday. Initially setup by Governor Theophilus Eaton in 1655, most of these laws are no longer in existence today. At their height, however, they ranged from “no food or lodging shall be afforded to a Quaker” to “menstealers shall suffer death.” One of the laws that remain, however, regards alcohol. In the state of Connecticut, alcohol cannot
By ERIN ENNIS
ASSISTANT EDITOR
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It’s that time of year... cue the tears from seniors around campus! With only one more issue of The Charger Bulletin left before we graduate, it officially is the season for sappy editorials and goodbye letters. Well, I’m going to be saving mine until next week. I’m not quite ready to say goodbye yet. So, for all of you out there, tune in next week for the goodbye messages from yours truly. Until then, I have much more important things to talk about! As many of you know, this time of
be purchased in stores on Sundays. In fact, it is the only s t a t e in the northeast that has not yet abolished t h i s Puritaninspired blue law. O n the second busiest shopping day of the week, liquor stores in Connecticut are closed on Sundays. Not because they want to, but because they legally have to. Due to this law,
Connecticut’s s t a t e treasury l o s e s millions of dollars in tax revenue. According to Connecticut F o o d Associationsponsored grassroots movement organization www.EndCTBlueLaws.org, “the Connecticut legislature’s Program Review and Investigations Committee has estimated that allow-
ing the Sunday sale of alcoholic beverages would generate $7.5-$8 million dollars in new revenue from sales and excise taxes and container escheats.” If you ask me, this is one of the dumbest laws in the state. I can understand not selling alcohol after 9:00pm; regardless of the fact that many dislike this as well, I can at least see – disregarding whether I agree with it or not – a reason to not want people buying alcohol at 3:00am and then having more DUI incidents. However, why not allow it on Sundays at any time of the day? Reasons given out include the fact that Sunday is a day for resting, and because Sunday is the Sabbath. Well, newsflash, people
work on Sundays now – so there goes the first excuse. As for the second? Who cares … it’s bull. McDonald’s is even open on Christmas. As much as people may want to argue it, holiday does not mean “holy day” anymore. I don’t have this opinion to defend the actual act of drinking alcohol; I do, however, defend this because many consider it unconstitutional. If the sale of alcohol is not allowed on a Sunday because it is the Sabbath, then that is causing issues with the freedom of religion. I practice a religion called SometimesItsNiceToHaveBeerOnSundaysiology, after all. Restrict the time to buy beer to end at 9:00pm ev-
ery night to help lower drinking and driving at night. Continue to enforce the legal age (which, a topic for another editorial, should most definitely be the same as the age that an individual is considered a legal adult). And continue to NOT buy alcohol on Sundays if you truly wish to relax and practice religion. But help Connecticut’s economy out and agree that these stores should not be made to close down on Sundays. Not to mention, stop thinking of only your religion. It’s unfair to those who don’t practice what you believe in. Hell, even a Buddhist would drink to that. Until next week, kiddies!
year is also accompanied by another, much more exciting event. SPRING WEEKEND! For those of you who have yet to experience it, regardless of your time here at UNH, it is an absolutely necessary experience. In the past four years, I have seen Emerson Drive, Bowling for Soup, Yellowcard, Trapt, Trey Songz, Blue Jupiter, and Third Eye Blind perform (yes, I missed one concert, so shoot me). Every year, the concert is an absolutely amazing experience for students across campus. It’s a great opportunity to experience a free and popular show with all of your closest friends!
The carnival, held on Saturday, is also an experience of a life time! I have never missed a spring carnival in the four years I have spent at UNH, and the event just keeps getting bigger and better! From great food (dip n dots are my personal favorite) to unusual rides, the Spring Carnival offers something for everyone. Make sure you take a spin on a bathtub or toilet before visiting the big attraction of the night. Last year, it was an elephant! I didn’t take a ride, but I’ve heard through the grape vine it is a fantastic experience! Spring Weekend also invites you to see the comedian, Bo Burnham,
and attend the drive-in movie. There is always something for everyone, so make sure you have a safe and exciting Spring Weekend! Enjoy yourself, make good decisions, and enjoy what Spring We e k e n d has to offer! SCOPE has put SO much work into this weekend and the events are sure the SCOPE office for a job to be fantastic! well done in the planning The Charger Bulletin of Spring Weekend! These would like to congratulate individuals, along with
Lisa Saverese and Greg Overend, do so much for YOU, the students, to ensure that you will have the best Spring Weekend possible and close out the semester on a high note. If you see them around, make sure to thank Glenn Altshuler, Lindsay Lynch, and the entirety of the SCOPE staff for everything they have done to create an out-of-this world Spring Weekend line up for UNH students! I’ll see you all there this weekend: make sure to ride some rides, get some great food, listen to the bands, see the drive-in movie, and SMILE for our cameras!! We’ll see you there!
Congratulations, SCOPE!
Response to Christie Boronico’s Response By ANOTHER MIDDLE CHILD ANONYMOUS
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In the Apr. 14th issue, an anonymous writer by the name of "The Middle Child" wrote an editorial stating his or her feelings that both the Center for Experiential Education and the XE Club seem to be the university favorites for numerous reasons. Most importantly, the middle child cited their blatant disregard for university policies when planning and putting on their events. In the following issue, Christie Boronico, the Associate Dean for Experiential Education responded to this, and although perhaps one could agree that some university policies are inadequate, I feel that she largely disregarded every single word that "The Middle Child" wrote. How can someone read an editorial titled "Experiential Education: Golden Boy or Spoiled Brat?" and then proceed to write
things such as, "it became apparent that the issue being brought to this readership is not as much about the Experiential Education Celebration marketing strategies, but rather the author’s sense that his/ her club is not allowed the opportunity to act responsibly without rules and guidelines which ensure university property will not be abused. " Okay, so at this point, we can check off ignoring "The Middle Child's" point, let's move on to a new issue in Ms. Boronico's response: stating that it is perfectly fine that Experiential Education and the XE Club broke university rules because they did so responsibly. I think what I love most about that is the fact that it MAKES NO FREAKIN' SENSE. Isn't it irresponsible to break a rule in the first place, particularly when the person who breaks it definitely knew that they were breaking it? My favorite part of Ms.
Boronico's response is when she called out "The Middle Child" for writing in anonymously, and attempted to use that as a means to invalidate his or her argument. Newsflash: an irresponsible person probably doesn't even read The Charger Bulletin, let alone write in it. Besides that, they must be a member of a responsible club/ organization because that is how they know that you broke rules. Finally, she suggested that his tone was childish, particularly the closing remarks referencing a playground and recess. Are you familiar with the concept of humor and its siblings sarcasm and exaggeration? Oh never mind, I get it now. Ms. Boronico, you can rest assured, "The Middle Child" is not amassing an army of children to retaliate. Voice your opinion! Email us at ChargerBulletin@newhaven.edu and tell us what you think about this issue.
Response to the Response to the... Oh, Just Read This, Christie
By THE OTHER MIDDLE CHILD’S CHILD ANONYMOUS
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I’m going to start this editorial by noting that I am not the same anonymous that first voiced their opinions on the Apr. 14 issue of The Charger Bulletin. I am, however, a student who will voice their concerns alongside the first anonymous. The XE Club is one that serves an extremely important purpose here at UNH. It serves to further the mission of the university through interaction and really encourages students to participate in some of the experiential education opportunities available. This being said I think that the “responsible behavior” noted in Ms. Boronico’s response to the original editorial has left something to be desired. For all university recognized organizations, there are certain rules and expectations that must be adhered to. In reading the original editorial, it seems to me that the author was
more concerned about those not being followed by the XE Club than with gaining those freedoms for his own organization. For me, it is a matter of all rules being followed by all organizations and one of fairness. It is not fair for one organization to be able to write messages on white boards in class rooms and write messages on sidewalks and post fliers wherever they please while the rest of the organizations on campus cannot. It was also appalling to me when I read that Ms. Boronico advocated for the breaking of rules to prove that those rules are ineffective and “should be revisited.” What the XE Club is doing serves to only negate the efforts made by other organizations to appeal to administration to revisit the rules and change them. This is extremely frustrating for me as a student leader to see the efforts of others wasted because of the actions of one organization. Rules are rules and they are not changed by break-
ing them. I also found it in poor taste for Ms. Boronico to say that the original editorial contained false information and that it was childish. The advertising methods employed by the XE Club that were mentioned in the original editorial either really did happen or there was an entire campus that had a masshallucination in which case we’re in trouble here. I found the metaphor of the school playground oddly fitting and accurate and this was only enhanced for me through Ms. Boronico’s response. As for the “threat” at the end of the original editorial, I took it to be a warning against what is happening now, a warning that students will speak up against what has been done and will fight for the organizations and rules of the university. If the XE Club continues to disregard the rules as blatantly as they have thus far then students will continue to work against it. That’s not a threat, it’s the way it is.
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The Truth About Being Greek on Campus
By NICK ADAMS DELTA CHI
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In the last issue of The Charger Bulletin, a writer by the name of Anonymous decided that it was his or her responsibility to shed some light on the “behind the scenes” activities that take place in the Greek community here at the University of New Haven. The information contained in the article titled “The Truth About Hazing on Campus” offended many members of the Greek community not only because the writer chose not to share his or her name, but because the information contained in the article was grossly inappropriate. In addition to our traditions that are far from acts of hazing, we all support and raise money for charitable organizations and perform countless hours of community service each semester. This response is not an attempt to begin an editorial war between the Greek and Non-Greek members of this campus community, but to inform people of the real truth about our organizations. In the aforementioned article, a specific organization was referenced as having “demonstrated their ability to orchestrate the public hazing of their
associate members.” The truth about the “coming out” event for the brothers of this fraternity is that the men involved in the “public hazing” were already initiated members of their organization. Their participation in this event in the quad is an honor for all of them because they are sharing their success in becoming a new member of a truly elite organization. If Mr. or Mrs. Anonymous were to confront one of these newly initiated members, they would become educated in the fact that the men were not only participating voluntarily, but that it was one of the proudest moments in their lives. At this moment, many people who dislike the idea of Greek life and may or may not have been outspoken about it in the past would most likely be saying something along the lines of how pathetic they think it is that the participation in the coming out event is such a highlight in the lives of these young men. In my organization and all other Greek organizations, becoming an initiated member is something that we have all worked very hard to accomplish. The style that traditionally ethnically diverse organizations, such as the one exemplified in the last issue of The Charger Bulle-
tin, use to show their pride in their organizations may not be something that outsiders understand. This should motivate you to ask questions, not give you the license to assume that you know what is going on from the outside and voice your opinion about it. In the future, this nonanonymous, proud proGreek would like to ask that everyone on this campus take the time to learn the true facts and benefits about being a member of the Greek life here at UNH. We are a small and diverse population as a school, let alone the size of the Greeks. This makes us unique as compared to the traditional Greek life image seen on larger campuses that is wrongfully bestowed upon us. Finally, if you still choose to dislike Greek life on this campus and don’t wish to learn about the values and traditions that we’re proud to share, we respect that it’s not something you’d like to become involved in. With that, we request that you respect that it’s something that has made college life so much better for most of us and that we wouldn’t go back in time to change our decision to join, even if we could. The Greeks don’t deserve bad publicity.
of the 5-6-7-8 Dance Team come to fruition. Pieces in the show were incredibly wide ranged.
formances, showcased the contemporary and lyrical styles of the team. “Feeling Good”, a piece cho-
A Better Beanhouse
By ANGIE EKLUND STAFF WRITER
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Beanhouse was swarming Wednesday night with live talent from all over campus and students eager to listen in. But it definitely could’ve been better. Beanhouse is a place where regulars can sip coffee and connect with other musicians while waiting to perform their own songs or songs of those they esteem to be like. The audience plays their role as a sound board to gage what UNH students are interested in. Once the microphones
are turned up and the guitar strings are tuned, the crowd turns its attention from the tasty but dry cake being served to the makeshift stage. This area serves as a spotlight for aspiring artists. (And a solid strategy to distract from the dryness of the cake) The quality of the artists is not in question: the acts performed well and proved that UNH is not just for CJ students. But each act seemed like it was stretched out to make the program longer, and there is not a time limit on the performances. Also, some attendants said they would
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like to see variety at Beanhouse. Guitar is a staple in acoustic performances, but what happened to piano or flute or rap or jazz? What happened to comedy or skits or poetry? When asked about other Beanhouses, students often said this event was their first this semester. Hearing a variety of performances might be more entertaining than the same Dave Mathews Band covers. Beanhouse may seem like a festival for guys with long hair, button downs, and acoustic guitars, but it should be open for every kind of performance.
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5-6-7-8 Brings Fame to Dodds Auditorium
fast paced intricate piece tap steps while “Why” that showcased the “pup- stuck with traditional bal––––––––––––––––––––– peteers” of the dance let styles. team while performing The spring showcase On Sunday, Apr. 25, the a l s o 5-6-7-8 Dance Team dishad two played their Spring Showt e a m case, “Fame”, to a large memgathering of friends, famber soily members, and students. los, perThe dance show, which informed cluded 16 pieces and two b y guest performances, was freshthe final piece in a long m e n year of work and practice Marifor the girls of the dance a n n e team. Boyd The 5-6-7-8 Dance a n d Team is comprised of 21 Lindsay dedicated UNH dancers. Bugryn. All of the routines were T h e choreographed by girls on 5-6-7-8 the team, and ranged from Dance lyrical to contemporary Team and from jazz to hip hop. a l s o Guests Emanon and the p e r Elite Step Team performed formed pieces in each act of the their show. Audience members award clapped and cheered along w i n with the show and the n i n g large crowd seemed ex- “Boston”, an uplifting reographed by sophomore on chairs. “Music in Me” competition piece “This is cited to see the hard work piece with two solo per- Krystal Pelaez, was a showcased more “pop” How a Heart Breaks” and By ERIN ENNIS
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their title piece “Fame.” During the show, President Kristin McElheny and Vice President Marissa Gori stepped on stage to thank those who had helped make the dance show possible. A senior presentation, which included seniors Kristen Saunders and Erin Ennis, was dedicated to those who would not be returning the following year. At the end of the show, the 5-6-7-8 Dance Team bowed and said goodbye to the audience, but not before thanking those leaders who had made their team successful throughout the 2009 and 2010 school year. Overall, the 5-6-7-8 Dance Team Spring Showcase “Fame” was a wonderful combination of dance talent and entertainment. If you missed it, check out the 5-6-7-8 Dance Team at the Emanon Showcase on Wednesday, Apr. 28 or look out for their show next year!
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Summertime and the Livin’s Easy
By JASON GRATTON RECSPORTS
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Finals may be a few weeks away, but that’s not stopping students from thinking about the summertime. ChargerREC is no exception. ChargerREC is offering an opportunity for campers ages 6-13 to enjoy a wide variety of recreational activities including basketball, volleyball, and wiffleball.
ChargerREC Camp is being offered this year in two sessions according to age. Additionally, both sessions are being broken down into two separate weeks. For children age 6 to 9, the weeks for the first session are Jun. 28-Jul. 2 and Jul. 5-9. Kids age 1013 may attend the second session in weeks, Jul. 1923 and Jul. 26-30. The ChargerREC Camp is committed to providing an experience every camp-
er will love. For more information, feel free to contact the Beckerman Center at (203) 931-2965 or visit the UNH ChargerREC website. For students, please remember that Group X classes end May 1. This is your final chances to get the intense workouts you have learned to love, before leaving school for the summer.
sey park (the better park of the two in the northeast). Each bus had a movie to watch: The Invention of Lying and Did You Hear about the Morgan’s. Once we arrived at the park it was giveaway time! The prizes included four free flash passes, one for each winner to use with one other friend, and two season passes. The flash passes are passes that allow you to reserve your ride time without waiting in line. Having a flash pass is by far the coolest way to spend a day at the park! Every student was given
a free admission ticket to the park along with two meal vouchers for the day so they could get two meals completely free at participating restaurants. Ultimately it was a completely free day sponsored by the weekend’s committee from SCOPE. It was a beautiful day in the park, not too cold or too hot, with relatively short lines. This is always a favorite trip; SCOPE really hooked everyone up with such a fun day and it was an added bonus that the weather cooperated as well!
the country's international airport. Shabi said owners of the confiscated iPads would be permitted to retrieve them. Israeli standards mirror those of many European nations, but Israel has been the only country to ban iPad imports ahead of the product's international release. Apple has delayed the launch until late May, citing heavy sales in the
nications Ministry quickly reached out to Apple to seek more information about the machine's wireless signals. "Of course, in the mainstream media, it was bad PR and we didn't like this," Shabi said. "But we said we would test it and it took us a week. I think that is very fast." The ministry has denied the ban had anything to do
Six Flags: More Flags, More Fun!
By LINDSAY LYNCH STAFF WRITER
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This past Saturday, two busloads of students went down to Six Flags Great Adventure for a day of fun enjoying roller coasters, games, and shows. Signups were held the Wednesday before and people camped out for two hours! Once on the bus, all students were given a giveaway ticket and were told more details would come once we got to the park. The bus ride was about two hours to the New Jer-
Israel Ends Ban on iPad
By GRANT SLATER
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JERUSALEM – Israel on Sunday lifted a ban on Apple Inc.'s popular iPad tablet computer, ending restrictions that had been imposed over concerns the gadget's wireless signal could disrupt other devices. Communications Min-
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sociation, whose members carry more than 90 percent of U.S. passengers. An emergency evacuation affecting 800 people was conducted near the volcano due to flash flooding from glacier waters, according to Rognvaldur Olafsson of Iceland’s civil protection agency.
The cloud, floating miles above Earth, wrecked travel plans for tens of thousands of people, from tourists and business travelers to politicians and royals. Iceland, a nation of 320,000 people, sits on a large volcanic hot spot in the Atlantic’s mid-oceanic ridge, and has history of devastating eruptions.
Arizona Immigration Conflict Heats Up By JONATHAN J. COOPER ASSOCIATED PRESS
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PHOENIX – The conflict over a sweeping crackdown on illegal immigration in Arizona intensified Monday as vandals smeared refried beans in the shape of swastikas on the state Capitol's windows. More protests were planned Monday after thousands gathered this weekend to demonstrate against a bill that will make it a state crime to be an illegal immigrant in Arizona.
The fallout over the dispute spread across the border Monday as Mexican President Felipe Calderon said the law is discriminatory and warned relations with the U.S. border state will suffer. Calderon says trade and political ties with Arizona will be "seriously affected," although he announced no concrete measures. The law has revved up the national debate, drawing the attention of the Obama administration and Congress. Obama has called the new law "misguided" and instructed the Justice Department to ex-
these people continue to support law breakers over law keepers," Pearce said Sunday. The law has drawn support from many in Arizona who are fed up with the many problems brought on by illegal immigration. "If I go to another foreign country, if I go to Mexico, I have to have papers," said Bill Baker, 60, who took time off work at a downtown Phoenix restaurant to sell umbrellas and Mexican and American flags to the largely Hispanic crowd of protesters. "So I don't feel there's anything particularly harsh
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istry officials conducted "intensive technical scrutiny in a controlled laboratory" before deciding to allow the iPad into the country, said Yechiel Shabi, a ministry spokesman. Israel announced the ban shortly after the iPad's April 3 launch in the U.S. Officials said at least 10 of the flat, touchscreen computers were seized at
U.S. The iPad combines the features of a notebook computer with the touchpad functions of the iPod. The ban prompted grumbling from Israeli tech enthusiasts and software developers in a country that is widely considered to be a technology powerhouse. Shabi said the Commu-
with concern that the signal could cause interference to signals of military equipment, as one lawmaker, Robert Ilatov, told the Haaretz newspaper last week. "We have nothing against Apple products. We like the iPhone here in Israel," Shabi said.
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Opponents say the law will lead to rampant racial profiling and turn Arizona into a police state with provisions that require police to question people about their immigrant status if they suspect they are here illegally. Day laborers can be arrested for soliciting work if they are in the U.S. illegally, and police departments can be sued if they don't carry out the law. But supporters of the law, set to take effect in late July or August, say it is necessary to protect Arizonans from a litany of crimes committed by illegal immigrants. Arizona is home to an estimated 460,000 illegal immigrants. Gov. Jan Brewer, who signed the bill on Friday, argues Arizona must act because the federal government has failed to stop the steady stream of illegal immigrants and drugs that move through Arizona from Mexico.
amine it to see if it's legal. The new law makes it a crime under state law to be in the country illegally. Immigrants unable to produce documents showing they are allowed to be in the U.S. could be arrested, jailed for up to six months and fined $2,500. Arizona officers would arrest people found to be undocumented and turn them over to federal immigration officers. Opponents said the federal government can block the law by refusing to accept them. Democratic Rep. Raul Grijalva asked the federal government not to cooperate when illegal immigrants are picked up by local police. State Sen. Russell Pearce, the Republican who sponsored the legislation, said it's "pretty disappointing" that opponents would call on the federal government to refuse to cooperate with Arizona authorities. "It's outrageous that
about the law." Supporters have dismissed concerns about profiling, saying the law prohibits the use of race or nationality as the sole basis for an immigration check. Brewer has ordered state officials to develop a training course for officers to learn what constitutes reasonable suspicion that someone is in the U.S. illegally. Current law in Arizona and most states doesn't require police to ask about the immigration status of those they encounter, and many police departments prohibit officers from inquiring out of fear immigrants won't cooperate in other investigations. The March 27 shooting death of rancher Rob Krentz on his property in southeastern Arizona brought illegal immigration and border security into greater focus in the state. Authorities believe Krentz was killed by an illegal border crosser.
Congratulations! The Charger Bulletin Professor of the Year
Marty O’Connor
Charger Bulletin Editor-in-Chief Zack Rosen presents Professor Marty O’Connor with The Charger Bulletin Professor of the Year Award on Monday, Apr. 26, 2010.
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Fundraising Spares Hollywood Sign from Sprawl
fundraising drive to protect 138 acres near the fa––––––––––––––––––––– mous sign from the development of luxury estates. LOS ANGELES – The Schwarzenegger called Hollywood sign has been it "the Hollywood ending spared from urban sprawl we hoped for." and will stand unobscured "It's a symbol of dreams to welcome future ac- and opportunity," he said. tors, writers and Austrian "The Hollywood sign will By JEFF WILSON
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bodybuilders, Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger said Monday. The actor-turned politician said a $900,000 donation by Playboy founder Hugh Hefner and a $500,000 matching grant capped a $12.5 million
The Trust for Public Land conservation group raised $6.7 million in private funds, the state offered $3.1 million, and local funds totaled $2.7 million. Hefner, who calls the sign "Hollywood's Eiffel Tower," put the effort over
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welcome dreamers, artists and Austrian bodybuilders for generations to come." The governor praised the public and private partnership that raised the money to keep the property out of the hands of developers.
the top. "My childhood dreams and fantasies came from the movies, and the images created in Hollywood had a major influence on my life and Playboy," Hefner said. Schwarzenegger said
private donations came from all 50 states, 10 foreign countries and a number of individuals, including J. Paul Getty heir Aileen Getty, Steven Spielberg and Tom Hanks. The hilltop property known as Cahuenga Peak features a 360-degree panorama of Los Angeles and the San Fernando Valley. It was originally purchased in 1940 by Howard Hughes, who wanted to build a home for his thengirlfriend Ginger Rogers. But the relationship ended, and the Hughes estate sold the property in 2002 for $1.7 million to the Chicago-based investment group Fox River Financial Resources Inc. It was put on the market again two years ago for $22 million, but the Trust for Public Land negotiated a lower price. Wildlife Conservation Board executive director John Donnelly said the permanent protection of Cahuenga Peak is a significant addition to the city's Griffith Park and will enhance wildlife corridors throughout the region.
Oil Leak from Sunken Rig Could Hurt Gulf Coast
By CAIN BURDEAU
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NEW ORLEANS – Oil leaking from a sunken drilling rig in the Gulf of Mexico oozed slowly toward the coast Monday, endangering hundreds of miles of marshes, barrier islands and white sand beaches in four states from Louisiana to Florida. The areas, home to dolphins, sea birds, prime fishing grounds and tourist playlands, could be fouled later this week if crews can't cut off an estimated 42,000 gallons a day escaping two leaks in a drilling pipe about 5,000 feet below the surface. The rig Deepwater Horizon, owned by Transocean Ltd. and operated by BP Plc., exploded April 20 and sank two days later about 40 miles off the Mississippi River delta. Eleven of the 126 workers on board at the time are missing and presumed dead; the rest escaped. The cause of the explosion has not been determined and oil has been leaking ever since. As of Monday afternoon, it covered an area that was 48 miles long by 39 miles wide.
Crews used robot submarines to activate valves in hopes of stopping the leaks, but they may not know till Tuesday if that strategy will work. BP had also mobilized two rigs to drill a relief well if needed. Such a well could help redirect the oil, though it could also take weeks to complete, especially at that depth. The spill, moving slowly north and spreading east and west, was about 30 miles from the Chandeleur Islands off the Louisiana coast Tuesday. The National Oceanographic and Atmospheric Administration said it would likely be several days before any oil reaches the coast. In Louisiana, Gov. Bobby Jindal asked the Coast Guard to deploy oil containment booms in the Pass A Loutre wildlife area, a 115,000-acre preserve that is home to alligators, birds and fish near the mouth of the Mississippi River. The Deepwater Horizon, owned by Transocean Ltd. and operated by BP Plc., was drilling about 40 miles off the delta of the Mississippi River when it exploded.
April 28, 2010 By TOM CHIEPPO STAFF WRITER
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The Losers begins in a Bolivian jungle, where a special ops team is on a search and destroy mission to eliminate terrorist activity. A tale of double crossing and revenge, the team consisting of Clay (Jeffrey Dean Morgan), Jensen (Chris Evans), Pooch (Columbus Scott), and Cougar (Oscar Jaenada) make themselves a target of lethal betrayal by a power-
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ful enemy known as Max (Jason Patric). The group plans to even the score with the mysterious Aisha (Zoe Saldana), a beautiful operative who joins the team and agrees to put an end to Max’s plans. He is a heavily guarded, ruthless man who is bent on destroying the world with his evil high-tech machinery. In the film Wade (Holt McCallany), Max’s righthand man, is a clueless villain who carries out Max’s evil plans and attempts to put a stop to team-Clay. It
almost reminds me a little counterpart. and terrorism can also have of Pinky and the Brain; Director, Sylvain White amusing moments, whethMax is incredi b l y smart a n d Wade is rather silly. Wa d e seems m o r e like a bulky henchm a n AN AP/WARNERS BROS. PICTURES PHOTO than an actual helpful showed in the film that war er to the tune of Journey’s
a difficult series against Detroit at home, the team plays extremely well in their ballpark most of the time. The starting pitching match ups are exactly the same with AJ Burnett (20) facing off against Ervin Santana (1-2). The first game of the series starts Friday at 10:05 a.m. Saturday Andy Pettitte (2-0) will square off against Joel Pineiro (2-1) and Sunday Javier Vaquez (1-2) will face Scott Kazmir (1-1). One of the key player’s for the Yankees is Nick Johnson, hitting at .207, but he is third in the league with 10 walks. Johnson typically sets up for Mark Teixeira, Alex Rodriguez, and Robinson Cano. Speaking of Cano, he may be the best offensive player so far, hitting .333 with 4 homers and 11 RBI’s in 15 games. If the Yankees
want to win they need to pitch well and stay patient. The Angels have some talent of their own this year. One of the biggest Yankee’s killers is Howie Kendrick. He is currently hitting .327 with one homer, 8 RBI’s, and a slugging percentage of .455. He has lots of speed, but he has only stolen two bases so far. Kendry Morales is a tough switch hitter to face, hitting .270 with 4 homers and 10 RBI’s. Morales has been the MVP of their team. Of course, the Angel’s Godzilla, Hideki Matsui, is currently hitting .302 with 4 homers and 11 RBI’s, making him their clutch. The Yankees are 11-4 thus far, and they are looking to finish out the month of April on a strong positive note.
"I'd like to take advantage of the gentleman that you were notifying me about," he responded. Young set his next court date for June 10. McVey told an officer in the airport parking lot he wanted to see the president. He had a car equipped with police gear, including a siren and flashing lights, though he did not work in law enforcement, authorities said. Security was heightened at the airport Sunday because President Barack Obama was leaving after spending the weekend vacationing in Asheville. At about 2 p.m., airport police saw McVey get out of a maroon car with Ohio plates and that he had a sidearm, airport police Capt. Kevan Smith said. Both airport police and the Secret Service questioned him and he was taken into custody. The suspect was nowhere near the president's plane, which had just departed, and was in a rental car return lot that is open to the public, Smith said. His car was equipped with clear LED law enforcement-style strobe
lights in the front and rear dash, Smith said. The car also had a mounted digital camera in the front window, four large antennas on the trunk lid, and under the steering wheel was a working siren box. When McVey got out of the car, he was listening to a handheld scanner and radio that had a remote earpiece, Smith said. Police said he was monitoring local agencies and had formulas for rifle scopes on a note in his cup holder. Authorities did not say if McVey had a rifle or scope with him. A rifle scope formula is a set of calculations that helps a shooter adjust for distance from a target. The formulas, which estimate how much a bullet drops after it is fired, are generally in the information packet that comes with a scope purchased for hunting or recreation, said Greg A. Danas, a firearms expert based in Massachusetts. McVey gave authorities an Ohio driver's license, but a computer check failed to show the number was valid, police said. His hometown of Coshocton is about halfway between
The Yankees Look to Stay Hot in Anahiem
By TOM CHIEPPO STAFF WRITER
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The Yankees have so many positives thus far in the regular season! Pitching seems to be the club’s forte this year, and it definitely is showing in their play time. Many Yankees fans support Javier Vaquez in the fourth spot in the rotation, but he is a mild concern at this point. Phil Hughes almost pitched a no-hitter up in Oakland, throwing seven strong innings, allowing the Yankees to win their fifth consecutive series against the Athletics. The Yankees look to continue their impressive schedule run against the Angels. Don’t bet against Mike Scioscia’s team. He is currently the best manager in baseball. Even though the Angels are 8-9 and had
Armed Man Held After Arrest as Obama Leaves NC
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ASHEVILLE, N.C. – An armed man spotted at a North Carolina airport parking lot just after Air Force One departed and who said he wanted to see the president was being held at the request of federal authorities, a judge said Monday. Authorities arrested Joseph Sean McVey, 23, of Coshocton, Ohio, on Sunday afternoon at the Asheville Regional Airport and charged him with going armed in terror of the public, a misdemeanor. McVey, wearing a white jail jumpsuit, appeared calm and spoke in a steady voice via a video conference Monday morning while district Judge Patricia Young said federal authorities wanted him kept in custody even if he posts bail. McVey was being held under a $100,000 secured bond for the misdemeanor charge and faces up to 120 days in jail if convicted, the judge said. She told him an attorney had agreed to represent him.
Page 11 “Don’t Stop Believing” or with repeated catch phrases such as “anyone else would be dead now.” The Losers showed the audience that movies can have gore and death without being overly serious. If you enjoy movies that have funny war-based moments, then go out and see The Losers. I give it 4 out of 5 stars because the movie focused on comedy more than anything else, but it was definitely still enjoyable.
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Columbus and Pittsburgh. When Officer Kaleb Rice asked him what he was doing, McVey told him he heard the president was in town and wanted to see him. Rice removed the firearm and took McVey into custody. The investigation into what McVey was doing with a gun, with formulas for rifle scopes and why his car was equipped with police gear was continuing, Smith said. The Secret Service had no comment Monday on the case. McVey's mother, Jeri Senor, lives in Asheville and said Monday the family did not want to talk. "We're doing fine but we don't want to comment right now," Senor said when reached at her home. In Ohio, a man answering the door Monday at McVey's home address said he had no comment. R a n d y Fisher, president of the Coshocton County Amateur Radio Association, said McVey was a ham radio enthusiast who had come several times to the group's m o n t h l y meetings over the last year or two. Fisher said he was shocked to hear of the arrest and said he last talked with McVey about a week ago via radio and always found him friendly and interesting to talk to.
"I was impressed that he was a public-serviceminded type of individual. He really enjoyed using his ham radio for emergency services and that sort of thing," Fisher said. For two years, McVey has been a member of a volunteer organization in his home area that assists the sheriff's department with traffic control at emergency scenes, said Tim Wise, president of Coshocton County REACT, or Radio Emergency Association Citizen Team. Wise said he was inclined to believe McVey's arrest resulted from a misunderstanding. "Everything they found on him, with the exception of a gun, he basically
That's common for REACT members, though members of the organization are not authorized to have police sirens and lights or break the speed limit on the way to emergencies, Wise said. McVey had to be warned about his speed while responding to REACT calls, Wise said. "He's kind of a go-getter, and I know we had to kind of clip his wings a couple times and tell him he needed to watch what he was doing out there and slow down a little bit," Wise said. McVey had a webcam in his car because he liked to chase severe storms. Wise said he was unaware McVey had a gun, but said
had all that when he was with certainty he did not in Coshocton," Wise said believe McVey would ever Monday. "He just basical- want to harm the president. ly liked to monitor police frequencies and listen to what's going on."
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Congrats to the Caribbean Student Association (CSA) for their fashion show, I heard it was a crackerjack event that went off very well (despite a little rushing around last minute for an MC, rumors say). Also … a live snake was present! I wish I had seen that, although I was rather ill at the time so I sadly was not able to attend. Hell, yeah, I got to seriously pwn some noobs hardcore this weekend at the annual Gaming Club gaming week lock-in at Bartels! Food, fun, and lots’a games…who could ask for a better Saturday night!? Also, some kickass Lord of the Rings Monopoly in which Erin Ennis and I were kicking ass and taking names (to collect money from later). All in all, a great time!
Okay, so I have two years of experience making sandwiches so my opinion may be a little biased, but I find the sandwiches at Bartels to be rather thin and unfulfilling In my opinion, a real sandwich should fill the mouth nicely and have some resistance when bitten into. So in the future can you start making sandwiches that can satisfy my needs better? For this one, I am just being the voice of the people. Many students are rather tired of these registration days not being announced (and don’t blame admissions on this one, they told the people who could send out mass emails but it was never done). And you know what? I can understand completely. I would hate to go down for brunch on my relaxing Sunday and have a huge hustle and bustle going on with ridiculous lines!!!
The Battery Charge So with the whole registration day problems, it just falls into the complaint theme of the students for the year: we would like to know what’s going on! Be it a simple registration day or a big change such as the new housing policy, just TALK TO US! It may seem like such a little thing for us students, but it’s not: how hard is it to send a simple email? I know some university departments try their darndest (Sodexo with the new takeout tray policy and what admissions does by posting upcoming events on Facebook), but at times it seems too little too late.
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HOLLYWOOD ... Dermot Mulroney has always wanted to be a director. Now his dream has come true. He will helm Love, Wedding, Marriage, a feature film starring James Brolin and Jane Seymour. In this, Brolin is an elderly gentleman with snow-white hair. Need I tell you that in real life, he is Barbra Streisand’s spouse, Josh’s dad and a heckuva fine fellow. Tinseltown is talking about ... 3D TV. Jeepers, won’t that be something to be lying in bed watching the tube and have things come flying out at you. NO THANK YOU! Just making conversation, folks. News is hard to come by when it rains in Hollywood, and we’ve had a bit of the wet lately. Aside to Beulah G. of Akron, Ohio: Righto. We’ve not seen or heard much about Stedman Graham lately. As far as I know, he and Oprah are still together. And you will be seeing a lot of her when she launches her own network. However, there is one thing I’m sure of -- Oprah is a very rich lady. No word of recent rompings up and down the boulevards by Tobey or Leonardo. They must be seeing their “ladies” somewhere indoors. They certainly haven’t been about in public. A longblack-haired, bearded Russell Crowe admitted in an interview that he is afraid of heights. He said he had to grit his teeth even when it was only an open window, but up high. He also admitted to several bad habits that he is trying to overcome. The biggest is cigarettes. He is trying very hard to quit. I sympathize with him on that one. Giving up on the puffing was the hardest thing I ever did. I chewed up every pencil on my desk, plus every piece of stick candy in town. P.S. Yes, we smoke no more! Did you know that Eddie Albert and Burt Lancaster were circus performers before they became movie actors? AND your reporter joined the circus each year when it came to New Orleans. I had a TV show there and would ride each year in the parade through town. Most fun I ever had. Incidentally, if you make friends with an elephant, you have a friend for life. Point is, you have to find the elephant! Chris Pine (the divine) spotted roaming around town. Still no “special one” in his life, but the scripts are pouring in for him to film a movie. His agent assures me I will know -- when and what -- as soon as it happens. BITS ‘N’ PIECES: I wouldn’t want to be Conan O’Brien. Not even for a million bucks a day. ... Did you know Bing Crosby got the name “Bing” at age 7 because he was an avid fan of a comic strip titled “The Bingville Bugle.” ... Mae West disliked her co-star W.C. Fields, although it never showed when they performed. ... Well, now you see even the biggest have their troubles, e.g. Sandra Bullock ... And NO! Tiger Woods has NOT been offered a starring role in a movie, although it could happen. Letcha know when it does.
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Q: I have a question about the stars of the TV series JAG. I know Catherine Bell is in Army Wives, but what about David James Elliott? Where can I see him? -- Mare, via e-mail A: David James Elliott, 49, has been keeping very busy with TV miniseries and movies, his most recent being the Hallmark Channel original movie Dad’s Home. David stars as a dad who loses his job and has to stay at home. When the former workaholic is suddenly thrust into the lives of his children, whom he doesn’t really know at all, it’s just in time to heal the family bonds he has been breaking. Sharon Case (The Young and the Restless) co-stars. The movie premieres on Saturday, June 19, just in time for Fathers’ Day. Q: I have always been a big fan of Emeril Lagasse and always watched his cooking show, Emeril Live. I read that he has a new show coming out soon. What is it, and where can I watch it? -- Doris J., Atlanta A: The good-natured chef is back on TV with a new variety/talk show, The Emeril Lagasse Show. As Emeril himself told me, his goal is to have fun and entertain his fans, as well as his guests: “We had Sammy Hagar on, which was a great show. He’s a great musician, but Sammy just didn’t come to play. He came to not only play a song, but he came to actually play and be a part of the show.” You can catch The Emeril Lagasse Show on the ION network Sunday nights at 8 p.m. Q: I was watching a rerun of The Office, and I could swear that the actor who plays the pizza delivery boy that Michael and Dwight take hostage is Artie from Glee.-- Genie J., via e-mail A: You are correct, Genie. I spoke recently with Kevin McHale, the talented young actor who plays Artie on the megahit Glee, and he told me what a thrill it was to work on that show. “They were really, really nice. They’re all geniuses. I remember the very first take we shot was the first scene that I’m in with Steve Carell. He starts improvising, and I had to hide my face behind the pizza boxes, ‘cause I’m like, ‘This is ridiculous.’ Every time I start frowning -- the same thing on ‘Glee’ -- if you see me frown, it’s because I’m about to laugh.” Q: I was a faithful viewer of the sitcom Becker, and I would like to know what the star, Ted Danson, is up to lately. -- Sara S., Fort Worth, Texas A: Ted co-stars in the Glenn Close legal drama Damages, which airs on FX. He also co-stars in the HBO comedy series Bored to Death. When Ted’s not working, you can find him tending to his organic garden at his and wife Mary Steenburgen’s home in Ojai, Calif.
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OAKLAND, Calif. – Franklin Mieuli, whose deerstalker cap, substantial beard, and casual style made him one of the NBA's most colorful figures in his 24 years as owner of the Golden State Warriors, died Sunday. He was 89. Mieuli died of natural causes in a San Francisco Bay Area hospital, the Warriors said in a statement. Mieuli was the principal owner of the Warriors from the time they moved to the Bay Area in 1962 until he sold them in 1986. He won an NBA title with the team in 1975, still the club's only championship in nearly a half-century in California. "Franklin was truly one of the innovators in our league, who was so proud of the Bay Area and his ability to maintain a team there," NBA commissioner David Stern said in a statement Sunday night. "I have always fondly remembered ... his warmth and his belief in the importance of sports to a community." Leveraging his way into sports ownership through a business producing Bay Area sports broadcasts, Mieuli also once owned a small percentage of the San Francisco Giants. He still had a 5 percent interest in the 49ers, purchased in 1954. Mieuli was a fixture at Warriors games well into his 80s, wearing his distinctive hat and watching from his courtside seats at
Oracle Arena. He became a beloved figure to fans who fondly remembered his ownership tenure with the long-struggling team, which has made the playoffs just once since 1994. "He was one of the most unique and eccentric individuals that I have ever met, and I'm not sure there will ever be anyone like him again," said Al Attles, the former Warriors guard who coached Golden State to its sole title. Mieuli grew up in San Jose and attended the University of Oregon. He became an advertising executive for a San Francisco brewery which, at his instigation, began sponsoring 49ers radio broadcasts. That association with 49ers founders Tony and Vic Morabito led to his purchase of an interest in the team. He also founded a radio production company, Franklin Mieuli Associates, which produced the broadcasts of the Giants after they moved to San Francisco from New York in 1958. In 1962, Mieuli headed a group of Bay Area investors, who along with Diners Club bought the Philadelphia Warriors and moved them to San Francisco. After one year of disappointing attendance, Diners Club and several investors wanted out, even threatening to fold the team. Mieuli bought the shares of all who wished to sell and kept the team in the Bay Area. With no suitable playing venue in San Francisco, Mieuli eventually moved the club to the Oakland Coliseum Arena and changed its name to
the Golden State Warriors in 1971, initially playing a handful of home games in San Diego as well. While Mieuli never had the financial resources of many NBA owners, he kept the Warriors competitive for much of his tenure. They reached the playoffs 10 times between 1962 and 1977, advancing to three NBA finals. The highlight of Mieuli's ownership was the 1974-75 season. Led by Hall of Fame forward Rick Barry and Jamaal Wilkes, the underdog Warriors won the NBA title, sweeping the heavily favored Washington Bullets in four games. "He always called me his prodigal son after I had left the Warriors to go to the ABA," said Barry, who played four seasons in the ABA before returning to the Warriors in 1972. "He vowed to do everything in his power to get me back. Thank goodness he did, because without his perseverance, I would never have had the opportunity to return to the Warriors and experience an NBA championship." In addition to his NBA title ring, Mieuli had a fistful of Super Bowl rings from the 49ers, often wearing one ring from each team in public. Mieuli played an instrumental role in Eddie DeBartolo's purchase of the 49ers, leading to their halcyon days in the 1980s. Besides the differences in bank balances, what really set Mieuli apart from other NBA owners was his lifestyle. The free-spirited Bay Area native was more likely to travel by motor-
Spurs Push Mavs to Brink of Elimination
birthday and Manu Ginobili looked as rough at ––––––––––––––––––––– times as his bandaged-up broken nose, Hill scored SAN ANTONIO – George 29 points to help the Spurs Hill sank yet another big push the second-seeded shot from the corner, this Mavericks to the brink of time right in front of the elimination with a 92-89 Dallas Mavericks bench, victory on Sunday night. and ran back upcourt flash"From the day they ing three fingers. He prob- drafted me, I knew I beably meant 3-pointer. Or longed," said Hill, found maybe it was three down, by the Spurs late in the one to go. While Tim Dun- first round two years ago. can had a miserable 34th Hill's playoff perforBy PAUL J. WEBER
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mance was, in the Duncan era of the Spurs, virtually unprecedented. The 23-year-old guard became the first player other than Duncan, Ginobili or Tony Parker to lead the Spurs in scoring in a playoff game since the first round in 2007. That's a span of 41 playoff games. Put in even more remarkable context, one of the Big Three has been the top scorer for San Antonio
cycle than by limousine, and by the 1960s he had shed his suits and ties for dungarees and colorful shirts, making him distinctive among the buttonedup businessmen at league meetings. After the Warriors won the title, he put the trophy in the back seat of his sports car for a year, taking it out whenever he visited a public place so the fans could see it up close. "Franklin Mieuli was one of the most colorful and passionate individuals I have ever met and basketball fans in Northern California certainly owe a debt of gratitude to him for helping establish NBA basketball in the Bay Area," Warriors owner Chris Cohan said. "I don't think anyone will ever forget the 1975 championship team and the excitement that Franklin and that group of underdogs brought to fans of all ages." Mieuli eventually sold the Warriors to Jim Fitzgerald, reportedly for less than $20 million. Cohan is exploring another sale of the club, which was judged to be worth $315 million by Forbes magazine late last year. Beyond professional sports, Mieuli's company, still a thriving concern, produced the English language radio broadcasts from the 1960 Winter Olympics in Squaw Valley, Calif. Mieuli is survived by his longtime female partner Blake Green, son Peter Mieuli, daughter Holly Buchanan and seven grandchildren.
in all but two postseason games since the Spurs won their second championship in 2003. Michael Finley was the first in 2007. Hill became the other after Duncan, Parker and Ginobili combined for just 31 points in a physical Game 4 that left tempers flaring. "If you tell me before the game we hold the Big Three to those numbers, we figure we win the game," Mavs forward Dirk Nowitzki said. Heading home to Game 5 on Tuesday night, the Mavs have other numbers
to worry about. One is being on the verge of their third firstround playoff exit in four years. Considered one of the deepest teams in the West while claiming the No. 2 seed, Dallas is now tasked with trying to become just the ninth team in NBA history to rally from a 3-1 deficit in a best-ofseven playoff series. It was three years ago that the top-seeded Mavericks were shocked in the playoffs by eighth-seeded Golden State. Dallas is now in danger of getting ousted by the No. 7 Spurs. After the game, Nowitzki climbed up a dais in the media room, took the microphone off the stand and slouched back in his chair with a heavy sigh. He scanned a copy of the box score: Duncan getting four points on 1-of-9 shooting. Ginobili getting a modest 17. Parker scoring just 10. "It's tough. I'm not going to sit here and lie," said Nowitzki, who was held to 17 points, his worst outing in the series. "In Game 2 we should have had it at home and we feel we should have had one here. We didn't and it's frustrating, but we have to keep fighting until it's over." If Game 4 was any indication, Tuesday could be a rough-and-tumble elimination game. Officials rang up three flagrant fouls, pouring more fuel on an already intense Texas rivalry. Tempers flared as the Mavs threw away a 14-point lead in the third quarter, none more so than when Eduardo Najera was ejected after hooking a hand around Ginobili's head and sending him belly flopping to the floor. A livid Popovich leaped from his chair and began stomping toward the basket before being slowed down by his assistants. Minutes earlier, Richard Jefferson and Jason Terry had to be separated when words escalated in the third quarter. "We're not going to back (down), we're not going to take hits and let them keep doing it," Hill said. "Our guys stepped up and we can deliver a blow, too." The Mavs can no longer count on shutting down the Big Three as enough. Duncan has scored at least 25 points in the first three games of the series. Gi-
nobili, meanwhile, made just 4-of-16 shots while wearing a bandage across his broken nose that went from cheek-to-cheek, forgoing the discomfort of a face mask. But he was bailed out by Hill, who was held scoreless in the series opener while battling a sore ankle. "He really earned our trust all season long and he's responding in the playoffs in a tough situation," Ginobili said. "He started in front of Tony, which is not easy at all, coming from an injury and zero-point first game. It was not easy. The way he stepped up today and lead us was impressive." Caron Butler had 17 points for Dallas, the NBA's best road team during the regular season. But the Mavs couldn't leave San Antonio with a win, and they have to push the series to a Game 6 to earn another shot. Butler and Shawn Marion seemed to get the message after getting benched in the second half of Game 3. Marion had 14 points and helped push Dallas to a 51-37 lead early in the third quarter. It was reminiscent of Game 3, when Dallas went on a 17-0 run to get back in the game. But then the Mavs' meltdown began. Dallas missed its last 11 shots of the third and did not hit a field goal over the final 7:47 of the quarter. The Mavs turned the ball over eight times, struggling so much that even a simple inbound play was difficult. Still, the Mavs weren't done. They pulled off a 13-2 run in the final five minutes to get within 8684 with 2:13 left. But Ginobili came back down and connected on his first 3-pointer in seven tries, and the Mavs watched their chances disappear on back-to-back misses by Nowitzki and Jason Kidd in the final 28.9 seconds. "We're not looking at three straight," Kidd said. "We're just looking at Game 5 and that's as far as we can look." NOTES: Terry scored all of his 13 points in the second half, returning to the game after hurting his left ankle in the second quarter and being taken to the locker room. ...The Spurs made 6 of their 17 3-pointers after hitting none in Game 3.
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Chargers Win 19-6 on Women's Lacrosse Senior Day
By ANDY BEARDSLEY
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WEST HAVEN, Conn. The University of New Haven women's lacrosse team, led by their five seniors, cruised to a 16-9 victory over Saint Anselm College Saturday afternoon on Senior Day at Kayo Field. With the win the Chargers improve to 6-8 overall and 5-5 in the Northeast-10 Conference. Saint Anselm falls to 4-8 overall, 2-7 in the NE-10. Sophomore Sarah Magnone opened the game with a score in the third minute to put the Chargers ahead early. The teams exchanged another three runs which brought the score even at 2-2. Four unanswered UNH goals gave the Chargers a 6-2 lead with 13:49 left in the first half. In the final 14 minutes the Chargers netted three more, while the Hawks scored two. The Chargers held a 9-4 lead. Senior Kristine Lambracht opened the second half for the Chargers with her second goal of the game at the 28:07 mark. Two minutes later, Laura
McLean gave the Chargers an 11-4 lead off a goal assisted by Natalie Lieberman. The teams exchanged another eight goals before Kristina Curry gave UNH a 16-8 lead with 10:08 left in the second half. The Hawks scored the game's final goal in the last minute and moved the score to 16-9. Magnone and senior Sarah LeGoff led the team with four goals each. LeGoff added an assist. Lieberman led the team with six total points off three goals and three assists. Lambracht scored two goals in her final game at Kayo Field, while also leading the team with four ground balls. The Chargers clinched the sixth seed in the Northeast-10 Conference Women's Lacrosse Championship with the win. After concluding the regular season on Wednesday, April 28 at American International College, the Chargers will most likely head to Merrimack or Southern New Hampshire in the opening round of the NE-10 Tournament on Wednesday, May 5.
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WEST HAVEN, Conn. The University of New Haven baseball team swept Bentley University 7-0, 6-2 Saturday afternoon at Frank Vieira Field. With the two wins, the Chargers improve to 28-9 overall and 16-6 in the Northeast-10 Conference. Bentley falls to 19-20 overall and 12-9 in conference play. Game One Senior pitcher Chris Smith led the Chargers to victory in the first game with the complete game shutout on the mound. The senior dealt nine strikeouts and just over 100 pitches in the appearance. He allowed just four hits in the nine innings, while showing poise with no walks and no wild pitches. Smith's run support came quickly in the opening game as the Chargers cashed in on five hits and one error in the bottom of the first inning. UNH got all the way through the order in the first inning, while scoring three and stranding three on base. New Haven's only other runs came in the bottom of the third inning, but New Haven also had the opportunity to build a larger lead with two runners left on base in the second inning.
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Smith forced three ground outs in the top of the third and then the Chargers first two batters reached base in the bottom half of the inning. Freshman Jack Heary then hit a single which was fumbled around by the right fielder,
Three other Chargers also recorded RBI's in the victory. Game Two Much like the opening game Saturday, the Chargers wasted no time putting runs on the board. Kyle Pettoruto drove in
run of the day and gave the Chargers a 3-2 lead heading into the sixth. Alex Smith, who started the game pitching for the Chargers, helped retire the side in the sixth. Two walks and a balk in the bottom of the sixth put
scoring two and putting the Chargers up 5-0. Heary followed by stealing third, while Tom Rombilus put the Chargers up 6-0 when he drove in Heary with a double to right center. After Rombilus stole third, Ryan Brockett grounded out with a bunt to the pitcher and drove in the team's seventh run. Bentley's closest opportunity to come back came in the seventh inning when they strung two hits together, but Smith kept the shutout alive with back-toback strikeouts and a fly out to end the inning. The Falcons also had a base runner in the ninth inning, but Smith retired the last batter with his ninth strikeout of the game. Rombilus led the team with three hits, two runs and one RBI. Brockett also went 3-for-5 with one run and one RBI, while Shane O'Connell added two hits, a run and a RBI.
both of the Chargers runs in the bottom of the first off a double down the left field line which drove in O'Connell and Rombilus. The Falcons quickly evened the score at 2-2 with a pair of runs in the top of the second inning off four hits. After retiring the side in the bottom of the second, Bentley looked to take the lead with a leadoff walk and a single in the top of the third. The Falcons fell short, however, hitting into a double play and leaving one runner on base. The Chargers mustered one hit in the fourth, while the Falcons added one in the fifth, but neither team scored until the Chargers added one in the bottom of the fifth. Tom Ballaro opened the inning with a single through the left side, while Heary followed with a fielder's choice. After Heary stole second, Rombilus drove in his fourth
Kyle Donnelly at the plate with runners on second and third base. The senior hit a ground out to second and drove in a run for New Haven's fourth run of the day. It was much of the same for UNH through the final innings as well. The Charger offense added a pair of runs on three hits in the seventh, bring the final score to 6-2. Smith pitched seven full innings for the Chargers. He recorded his sixth win of the season and college three strikeouts. Taylor Candage pitched one inning in relief, while closer Mitch Rossi sealed the win in the top of the ninth. Brockett added another two hits, one run and one RBI for UNH in the nightcap. Pettoruto went 3-for4 with three RBI's, while Rombilus went 1-for-3 with a run and a RBI.
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WEST HAVEN, Conn. The University of New Haven football team hosted its annual Spring Scrimmage Saturday afternoon at Ralph F. DellaCamera Stadium. For the nearly 500 in attendance, the Chargers put on an intersquad scrimmage which pitted the "blue team" against the "white team."
The voices of Charger Football, Craig Mortali and Pat Ryan were the game's guest coaches. Mortali, coach of the white team, came out on top with an 18-6 victory in the scrimmage which didn't include extra point attempts. White team quarterback Ryan Osiecki and wide receiver Demetrius Washington-Ellison highlighted the scrimmage midway through the second quarter with a 70-yard
touchdown connection which opened the game's scoring. The Chargers Spring Scrimmage concluded the team's month-plus of spring practices on the UNH campus. New Haven opens the 2010 fall season on Saturday, Sept. 4 when they travel to Seton Hill University (Pa.) for a nonconference game at 3 p.m.
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The Other Plan B
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Jennifer Lopez’s new film The Back-Up Plan was merely a splash in the movie world this past weekend with Dreamworks’ How to Train Your Dragon expecting to raise more in the box office than Lopez this weekend. The movie pulled in a 24%
rating on www.RottenTomatoes.com. Jenny from the Block’s plan B doesn’t seem to be looking for a top spot this season. The Back-up Plan is an adult comedy exploring family, dating, love, and marriage – in that order. After years of dating, Zoe (Lopez) has given up on finding the right man and has decided to start a family on her own. Via her
Plan B, she’s inseminated. Much to Zoe’s dismay, she meets a guy almost immediately who could be Mr. Right (Alex O’Loughlin). Testing Stan and his Mr. Right capabilities while trying to hide the early signs of pregnancy proves to be a comedy of errors for Zoe. After sending him constant mixed signals, Zoe reveals her secret and Stan, unaware
of the upcoming tests and unprepared for the trials of fatherhood, fully commits. Although filled with enough wit and laughter, from 3-way nights with a pregnancy pillow to date nights at a stranger’s birthing, the chaos in the film will stray future movie goers away! The raging hormones and baby-to-be cold feet, means wait to rent it – don’t buy it.
thing to benefit his chosen charities. "I had the great fortune of doing the same thing with a kidney stone," Shatner said. "I passed a kidney stone, and a company offered me ... $75,000 for my kidney stone." Shatner donated the money to Habitat for Humanity. "I handed the motorcycle over and it was a part of my heart, but that's only figuratively speaking," he said. Highlights from the Star Trek auction will be exhibited beginning Friday at Ponte 16 in Macau, China, and Jun. 14-24 at Planet Hollywood in Las Vegas. Bids will be accepted in person, online and by phone. The collection will be "very meaningful" to "Trek" fans, said Shatner, who cites the show's optimistic themes as the reason it has endured for decades. "It suggests that 300 years from now, mankind is still around," he said. "It's on a note of hope that not only will we be around, but we will flourish and be out there among the stars, colonizing."
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LOS ANGELES – Shoppers can boldly go where no man has gone before when Star Trek creator Gene Roddenberry's collection of personal effects and show memorabilia go up for auction. Hand-annotated scripts, costumes from the show and Roddenberry's own studio pass are among the items available at the June 27 auction at Planet Hollywood Resort and Casino in Las Vegas, administered by Julien's Auctions. Proceeds will benefit the Roddenberry Foundation, which makes grants to support children, education and the environment. The original Capt. Kirk, William Shatner, is also getting in on the auction, selling his custom HarleyDavidson motorcycle, his Golden Globe nomination certificate and the plaque he was presented when he got a star on Hollywood's Walk of Fame in 1983. Shatner plans to donate a portion of the proceeds to the Hollywood Charity Horse Show, which helps handicapped children. The 79-year-old actor said he doesn't mind parting with his mementos and would do just about any-
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LOS ANGELES – Avatar is maintaining its popularity in the move from
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Crowned Showcases Hagan’s Poetry
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Ellen Hagan’s debut poetry collection, Crowned, effectively merges the pulse of city life with the rhythm of the Kentucky countryside to create a body of work that is earthly and compassionate. Hagan takes her readers on a journey into womanhood, delving right into the heart of her personal experiences with childhood, puberty, and maturation. Crowned brings together issues of love and loss to deliver an honest portrayal of what it takes to truly transcend life’s heartaches.
According to Hagan, an integral part of growing up is forming an identity. In “Questions,” Hagan writes of the difficulty in figuring out who you are when there are so many factors to consider: How whole am I with all these separate parts? In “Puberty – With Capital Letters,” Hagan describes the rollercoaster from adolescence into adulthood as being characterized by Regret. Pure Bliss./ Uncovering. Feeling not good enough. Cockiness. Joy. The collection of poems moves further along the process of female development in “Plan B,” when Hagan speaks as a thirteen-yearold girl who has gotten
pregnant and thinks of Sixteen ways to kill [herself], and maybe two ways to kill him. Towards the end of the book, Hagan’s growth takes place in the areas of work, technology, politics, and family. She writes honestly in several poems about the struggles of her students at P.S. 315. In “PS Education,” Hagan wants to Take all the metal detectors apart and build imaginary cities with them so that her 7th graders can build a utopia and walk around in it. Hagan’s collection is pure and tainted, beautiful and ugly, allowing her poetry to truly capture the essence of growing up.
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