Vol. 87 No. 7 Cedar Crest College, Allentown, Pennsylvania

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Vol. 87 No. 7 CedarCrest College, Allentown, Pennsylvania December8, 2005
Nursing Professors return from Africa
Holiday spirit
dwindles on
Kelly O’Donnell
campus
Staff Writer
Four Cedar Crest Nursing professors
returned recently from their two week trip to
Lori Gallagher
Ghana, Africa in which education was their
News Editor
main focus. Nancy DalPezzo, Sandy Leh,
Wendy Robb, and Amy Edgar all jumped at
the chance when a Lehigh Valley Hospital
Traditions are a strong part of the Cedar
Doctor, Dr. Richard Lartey, brought up the
Crest community. Students participate in big
prospect of a trip to Ghana. Nancy DalPezzo
sis/lil sis program, dink donut night, midnight
was first approached by Dr. Lartey and asked
breakfast, and ring ceremony, just to name a
if she would be interested in the opportunity of
few.
a lifetime. She brought it up at a staff meeting
However, what happens when support for
and that’s when Edgar, Leh, and Robb jumped
a tradition begins to dwindle? Should the
at the chance.
event be canceled, should it be changed, or
Edgar believes that the trip was a great
should it continue despite low attendance?
experience that brought hope and support, “I
This was the case of the holiday party
believe that as a group we were able to provide
that, for the last several years, had been a
a level of human engagement with nursing stu-
December tradition at Cedar Crest.
dents in Ghana that supported and reinforced
The holiday party was a celebration of
their hope for the future. Through discussion
both Hanukkah and Christmas traditions. Last
and interaction in the classroom, we shared
year, a Rabbi joined the Cedar Crest communi-
our enthusiasm for nursing, our beliefs about
ty as members of Hillel lit a menorah and
improving the human condition, and our var-
explained the meaning of Hanukkah. The audi-
ied technical expertise.”
ence helped with the singing of songs such as,
Ghana, a country in which fishing is the
Spin the dreidel and I am a Latke, as well as
main source for making money, is in the mid-
traditional Jewish songs.
dle of a shortage of medical necessities. They
This was followed by a celebration of
are experiencing a shortage of medicine, doc-
Christmas. Members of the Christian
tors, and nurses. The average nurse there
Fellowship lit an advent candle. The story of
makes $75 a month, so many of the doctors
Christmas as well as the singing of traditional
leave to other countries in search of higher
Christmas songs, such as Silent Night fol-
paying jobs. They have very little medicine to
lowed.
treat patients and are receiving much of their
After the candles had been extinguished,
current supply from the generosity of other
everyone was invited to have latkes and
countries. Part of the country does not even
Christmas cookies.
have electricity or running water, which is nec-
Attendance at this event was low and this
essary for medical treatment.
year Student Affairs asked the Student
Ghana’s hospitals (located in the big
Government Association (SGA) if they
cities; tribal villages do not have hospitals and
thought the event should continue, or if it
must drive to the nearest one, many patients
should be changed.
die during the drive) are much different than
Two SGAmeetings were spent discussing
the United States. They don’t have the techno-
the fate of this traditional celebration. There
logical advancements such as diagnostic
Nancy DalPezzo were suggestions to include more holiday cel-
The Cedar Crest nursing professors shared information with the Narh-Bita School of Nursing in Ghana.
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Lehigh Valley dusts off after mini-storm
In this issue
Opinions 2-5 Lori Gallagher
Just Blowin’My Mind News Editor
Ms. Takes
Campus Corner: Nicole’s Farewell
At about two o’clock in the morning, on
Sunday, December 4, small, white snowflakes
News 6-9
began to fall from the clear sky onto the freez-
Forensic Speech Team places in ing ground.
finals Even though the snowfall seemed slow, it
Women in Business accumulated rather quickly. By nine o’clock
that morning, almost two inches of snow cov-
ered the quad, but you could not tell this from
Lifestyles 10-14
looking at the streets or sidewalks, which were
Happy and healthy holidays
cleared before most students had even left their
You asked for it: Advice from Gillian rooms.
This was the first snowfall that accumu-
Sports 15 lated on the ground. However, temperatures
appear to be remaining low, which means that
Cabrini game highlights
another snowfall could be just around the cor-
Falcons leave Phoenixes in ashes
ner.As of Tuesday evening, according to the
AccuWeather snowfall map, the Allentown
Arts &Entertainment area is expected to receive any where from 6 to
16-20 12 inches of snow in the next two days.
Reel Reviews: The Polar Express Snow could be a problem for anyone trav-
eling home for winter break. More informa- Stacey Solt | Lifestyles Editor
Meet Professor Bart Shaw
tion about safe winter driving tips can be found
One of the trusty maintenance men Glenn Getz sprinkles salt early in the morning before students have the
on page 14.
chance to even think about slipping on the ice.
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OPINIONS
The Campus Corner: Nicole s Farewell
“Just four of the reasons I’ll miss Cedar Crest…”
My Comm. Mom and Dad
“…for their respect and guidance.”
The Campus Lydia Orban
“…for its inviting beauty.” “…for being the absolute super-
hero of the humanities
department.”
The Crestiad staff Compiled by Nicole Rubertelli
“…for their support and for giving me an outlet to express myself.”
After two semesters of dedicated work as part of The Crestiad
The Crestiad staff, Nicole Rubertelli will graduate in January 2006 with her B.A.
Fall 2005 in Communication. Look for Christa Hagan’s coverage of
Campus Corner beginning in January.
Managing Editor/ Editor in Chief Opinions Editor/
Photo Editor Jennifer Woytach Lead Copy Editor
Linda Misiura Sarah Magner
How does it feel to be fat?
News Editor Lifestyles Editors Business Manager
Lori Gallagher Stacey Solt Megan Ammons
Lakena Outlaw Stacey Solt ty sends overweight people: “Lose weight, or
A&E Editors Sports Editors Lifestyles Editor go away.” You don’t fit into chairs right, it’s
Amanda Rachel Goodman Adviser Jennifer Woytach difficult and embarrassing to push yourself
Gillian Maffeo Elizabeth Ortiz Andrea Zajac About a week ago, I stumbled across a out of a low chair, and people generally treat
video clip on MSN.com that shocked me. you with less respect.
“How does it feel to be fat?” Mader was shocked at the response she
NBC’s Today, with Katie Couric at the got from one restaurant owner – the wait for a
helm, was busy exploring what it is like to be table would be 30-40 minutes, maybe longer.
Staff different. What exactly When she visited with-
is it like to be large in out her fat suit, the wait-
Jillian Churchill Jennifer Kumetz Emily Pulham today’s world? To find er was more than happy
out, they recruited to give her the best seat
Beth Coulter Mary Ann Leone Nicole Rubertelli
Ford model and actress “When she visited without in the house after just a
Heather Croteau Bethany Mason Margaret Shair
Rebecca Mader. They five minute wait.
Heidi Gioia Cara Nicholl Amanda Swartz her fat suit, the waiter was
dressed her in a fat Even at my current
Christa Hagan Kelly O’Donnell Shannette Washington suite equivalent to 300 more than happy to give weight, I still feel
Jennifer Jackson Alison Vande Bunte pounds, and had her hit uncomfortable in class-
her the best seat in the
her usual “hot spots” in room chairs –the plastic
NYC. house after just a five seats cut into my legs,
The Crestiadis a student run newspaper organization. It publishes one edition every two weeks
Surprise, surprise. and I feel like every
throughout the Fall and Spring semesters,available both in print and onlineathttp://www2.cedar- Mader was very minute wait.” ounce of fat is on dis-
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uncomfortable in her play with that metal bar
concern to the Cedar Crest community, and to provide staff members with an on-campus
“fat” role, and was digging into my upper
internship-quality media experience.
utterly shocked to real- thigh. I often look at the
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found people were trying to steal a glance at their legs fit? How can I get my legs that skin-
my body . . . I did get a few looks of disgust, ny? I’m not that heavy anymore; I can’t even
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which made me very uncomfortable,” she imagine how I would feel at my past weight.
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tunately no stranger to the message that socie- the fat kid who lost weight. They know me as
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OPINIONS
Just blowin’ FEATURE
my mind
Facebook fury:
Beth Coulter Beauty in all forms
Columnist
In a wider scheme of things, I think the
Amanda Rachel Goodman
number of same sex relationships on campus
All we are saying is give A&E Editor
is purely beautiful. Love is a form of expres-
sion and should be seen in the same regard no
While browsing Facebook, I came
matter whom someone loves. Travel to
peace a chance across a group entitled, “Are You a model?
Vermont, and one might see a sign on the side
No Wait, You’re an Idiot Who Got Dressed
of a house that reads “Mom and Dad, Not
Up To Go To Lecture.” My eyes did a double
Tom and Brad, Take Back Vermont.” While
take, and so I proceeded to click on the group
this is on a bigger scale than what someone is
Greetings all, inspectors/peacekeepers. This would have to see its description. “If getting ready for
wearing, it is still discrimination against self-
I decided months ago what this final col- stopped the corruption of Saddam, kept him class involves more than zipping up the jeans
expression and diversity.
umn before winter break would be about. It from building or using Weapons of Mass you slept in…please move back to
Is it the fear of something that is differ-
involves the late, great John Lennon and a Destruction, and would have cost us billions Abercrombie Land with all the beautiful peo-
ent than you that angers people, or maybe
request he made to the world 36 years ago. of dollars less with no loss of life. ple” is just one of the descriptions of the
jealousy? There are approximately 1600
But before I delve into that, I need to America created a monster in the Middle group.
strong, beautiful, and intelligent women on
address the letter to the editor printed in the East. George W. Bush created a mess in his Now when did someone’s decision to
this campus, and I feel
last issue. bid to bring the monster down. dress up or dress
that groups that put
The author, Brittanney Smith (congratu- All I have ever said was that there was a down for that matter,
down women under-
lations on the Athlete of the Week nomina- different way than the two options presented concern someone so
“Now when did some- mine this institutions’
tion), asked if I remembered what Saddam to our nation—to wit, either support this war much to make them
strength in being an all-
Hussein was before the war, with the implied or you support Saddam. create a group dis- one’s decision to dress up
girls college.
question being if I supported Saddam. We failed to investigate all the other couraging someone’s
or dress down for that I’m glad that the
Saddam was a horrible, brutal dictator options, rushed to war and now are stuck in personal expression?
members of the group
who punished his people ruthlessly. this unwinnable situation. Does it really matter, concern someone
felt so strongly about
Nevertheless, we did not have to march to war No matter what we do, we will leave Iraq ruin someone’s day if
as we did, regardless of how bad he was. worse off than we found it. It was a horrible a fellow classmate so much to make them their convictions to
express themselves, so I
The ends never justify the means in my dictatorship with starvation and torture an decides to take the
create a group was just as equally
view. Gandhi said, “If the means are not pure, everyday experience. Now it is a land filled time to wear a fash-
pleased when I saw the
the ends will not be desirable.” This is my eth- with Civil War strife, with executions and tor- ionable outfit, or do discouraging someone’s
rebuttal in the form of
ical base for all of my opinions on war, any ture as an everyday experience, not to mention their hair and make-
personal expression?” another Facebook
war. bombings and kidnappings. up?
group, “I’m Sorry, I
Ms. Smith brought up a few points of his- In 1969, John Lennon proclaimed a I truly hope not. I
Didn’t Know it Was a
tory that need further clarification. “Year of Peace.” This was the year of the am a full supporter of
Crime To Look
A pro-communist military leader, “Bed-In” where John and Yoko spent a week any type of self-
Hottt!?!” While it may
General Kassem, took over Iraq in 1958 by giving interviews from a bed in a Toronto expression, from ver-
be futile to write an opinions column on
killing the King of Iraq. The Ba’ath party was hotel. bal expression (in the form of poetry, litera-
Facebook groups, I just wish others would
formed in opposition, and Saddam was His theory was if enough people around ture, or spoken word) to physical expression
celebrate diversity, self-expression, and beau-
recruited to be part of a 7-man team to kill the world demand peace, then peace would be. (in the form of tattoos, peircings, trends, and
ty in all its’forms. I want people if they feel
Kassem. When the plot failed, Saddam ran He had signs and billboards placed in attire.) Never in my wildest dreams would I
comfortable, to throw on clothes, roll out of
away and ended up in Cairo, Egypt where he every major city in the world that read in sim- think that I would see a group bashing other
bed and go to class or to spend 10 minutes
met with the CIA. With their help, he was able ple black and white, “WAR IS OVER (if you women for expressing themselves, especially
picking out a coordinating outfit, and spend
to form a plan to kill Kassem in 1963. want it) HAPPY CHRISTMAS From John at an all-girls college.
the time to do their hair and make-up. It takes
After 9 months, the Iraqi military brought and Yoko.” So many of the women on campus are
years for many women to feel comfortable in
down the Ba’athist party and Saddam went to John said in an interview that he truly just as beautiful if they were to dress in a ball
their own skin, and if you look deeper than
prison, where he studied Hitler and Stalin to believed that if every person who wanted gown than if they chose to dress in a potato
appearances, those “unkempt” students are
understand how to rule. When the Ba’athist peace put a sign in their window, then peace sack. Beauty is truly seen within an individ-
sometimes an internal mirror reflection of
party regained power in 1968, Saddam would be realized. ual’s character, so are the members of this
those that “primp.”
became the right-hand man of the ruler, his My request to you is to do as John group “ugly” people on the inside? Highly
D. H. Lawrence said, “Beauty is an
cousin, who he overthrew in 1979. Lennon did. If you want peace, if you believe doubtful, but it is discerning that still in 2005,
experience, nothing else. It is not a fixed pat-
He began his reign of terror assisted by that we as a nation can do better at working for that people feel the need to put down others.
tern or an arrangement of features. It is some-
the United States. The Reagan/Bush adminis- peace, then put a sign in your window and People may agree or disagree with my opin-
thing felt, a glow or a communicated sense of
tration assisted him by supplying poisonous leave it up until the New Year. It can be a ions, because simply this is my opinion, and I
fineness. What ails us is that our sense of
chemicals, biological agents, aircraft, and peace sign, or “No War” or whatever says am in no means trying to put down any of the
beauty is so bruised and blunted, we miss all
intelligence. Donald Rumsfeld went to visit Peace to you. members of this group. I respect their opin-
the best.” Don’t miss the beauty in others, but
him in 1983 and 1984 to offer help in the Iran- We are in the season of hope, a time ions; I just choose to disagree with the opin-
most of all never change your beauty, in all
Iraq war, and the U.S. was instrumental in when everyone throughout the world is wish- ion itself.
its’shapes and forms, for someone else.
blocking arms sales to Iran. ing for peace on earth. There must be a reason
When Saddam gassed 5000 Kurds in that humankind dreams of peace during the
1988, he used American-built and supplied longest, darkest nights of the year.
helicopters to do so. So put a message of hope in your win-
When he told the US ambassador in 1990 dow and leave it for all to see. You might be a
that he intended to “liberate” Kuwait, she told part of a worldwide movement.
him that the US did not “have much to say And most importantly, make sure during
about the matter,” and the State Department this winter break that you make actions of
made it clear there would be no intervention in peace. Make eye contact with a stranger and How does it feel to be fat?
the dispute. smile. Say a kind word to someone who needs
Bush the Elder went to war because it. Practice random acts of kindness. We can
Margaret Thatcher told him that he needed to change the world and make it a better place.
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protect Saudi Arabia, and that the world would “All we are saying/ is give peace a
back American action. Without that push, he chance.”
Stacey, the (almost) normal-looking woman. different because they weight more than you -
may have let Kuwait fall. I hope your break is good to you and
Being overweight is like any other stereotype. treat them like a beautiful being, because all
When it comes to the US oil suppliers, yours. I will see you here in the New Year.
Its power perpetuates until it takes over every people are beautiful both on the inside and
most Americans do not realize we obtain the
aspect of your life. out.
greatest portion from Canada. We get less than Until next time,
It both pains and thrills me that a power- On a personal note, I recently went dress
20% of our oil from the Persian Gulf Region. Peace,
ful woman in the media, Katie Couric, could shopping. I’m still getting used to being a
Thirteen percent comes from Saudi Arabia. Beth
bring such a sensitive topic to her daily show. smaller size, and I was very uncomfortable
My opinion back before the war was that
She did mention that overweight viewers with the store assistant telling how nice I
we needed to lift the sanctions that were Contact Beth at [email protected]
might find this show offensive. After all, she’s looked. Isn’t it her job to make me feel good,
killing the young, elderly and poor. To do this, and visit her website at www.bethcoulter.com
just repeating what we already know - fat peo- so that I’ll buy the dress? Then she encour-
we would have needed to flood Iraq with UN
ple are not accepted in society. I think the idea aged me to buy the corset with the dress,
behind “How does it feel to be fat” was not to because it would give me a flatter stomach.
remind overweight people how they feel - it With conviction that I rarely show, I
was meant to make other people aware of the kindly rejected the corset. If I’m already pret-
problems we go through every day. ty (which she claims), why do I need a flatter
Women of all ages need to accept them- stomach? I might not be perfect, but it’s about
selves for their size, and embrace the idea that time that I accept my body for all of its flaws
all sizes are beautiful. Do not treat someone and beautiful imperfections.
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Mr. Chemist’s Neighborhood
David Raker
Ms. Takes
Crestiad Cartoonist
Jennifer Kumetz
Columnist
Ready for holiday shopping?
Some tips on mindful buying
The holiday shopping season is finally toxic waste that will damage our environment
upon us! Why not use your power as a con- and may increase the development of cancer
sumer by purchasing products and patronizing as well as damage to reproductive and nervous
establishments that support and agree with systems.
your activist beliefs. Through the support of There are several different websites that
companies by buying their products, or avoid- can help you determine whether or not a com-
ing certain products and boycotting stores, pany is conscious of issues you care about. At
you can ensure that your voice and choices are buyblue.com you can find a list of companies
heard-money talks, right? For me, feminism is that are rated based on their political contribu-
more than just working towards fair treatment tions to specific causes. Idealswork.com is
for women, but also for fair and equitable another good resource. It allows you to choose
treatment of our world and all who live, and what issues are most important to you-
this can enter every aspect of life from career women’s issues, minority issues, the environ-
and volunteer choices to consumer choices. ment, nuclear energy, corporate practices-and
There are many companies out there who develops a personalized list rating companies
pride themselves on living up to high stan- in terms of your own beliefs. None of these
dards of practicing environmentally and resources can really stand alone though. It is
socially sound business ethics. Global the combination of the variety of practices a
Exchange is “an international human rights company follows that you need to personally
organization dedicated to promoting political, evaluate. For example, JC Penney rates high
social and environmental justice globally,” for women’s and minority issues on
according to their website at www.globalex- Idealswork.com. They also donated 85 percent
change.org. All of their products are Fair of their donations to the Republican Party.
Trade which means that the farmers and arti- They have used sweatshop labor in the past,
sans who produce their products are paid a fair but have repaid the workers for items they
and livable wage for their work. In their Fair have bought after a lawsuit. The Gap rated low
Trade online store at http://store.gxonline- for labor issues and corporate practices, and
store.org you can find books, crafts, jewelry donated 78 percent of their political contribu-
and clothing for sale. Prices and shipping for tions to the Democratic Party. Based on these
their products are reasonable. Since there is no ratings, you may have to choose what is most
middle man there are no huge price increases important to you.
for the shopper. They also ship all their items Another useful website is newdream.org.
in recycled packaging. Many of their products They provide you with lists of merchants who
donate a portion of their sales to causes such sell sweatshop free clothing, fair trade items,
as impoverished women and children in and energy efficient and recycled items. At
Motivation for celebration
Zimbabwe, and school development programs their Conscious Consumer Marketplace,
for underprivileged children in India. www.newdream.org/consumer/marketplace.p
Know a chocolate lover? Dagoba choco- hp, you can shop for items by category, such
late is a family owned company that works to as clothing, coffee and home products. The
protect ecological and environmental newdream.org website is full of useful tips on
resources that they use as well as employing how to be a Conscious Consumer and also
ethical labor practices. Many of their ingredi- provides a really good company profile search
ents are organic and Fair Trade. You will pay that informs you of companies practices and
My favorite season is upon us; no, day. Through the slightest action, you may a little bit more for their chocolate, but for the any problems or positives about the company
not winter…the holiday season, of course! set the tone of the moment for a younger chocolate lover on your shopping list they at www.newdream.org/consumer/shop.html.
Many of us are packing up computers and cousin, older sister, or even parent or pro- offer a great selection from extremely dark This was by far the best rating type of search I
cars, bidding farewell to Cedar Crest fam- fessor without even realizing it. chocolate bars ranging from 59 to 87 percent found. It not only rated companies in cate-
ily, and heading for home sweet home. In paying attention to such small cacao content to flavored chocolate bars such gories such as environmental and social
Spending Christmas with my family actions, I am more adept to appreciating as lavender, roseberry, chai and Xocolatl insight, but explained specific lawsuits and
affords me the ability to spoil three very every moment in my life; and I continue which includes chilies and cacao nibs. To save violations, as well as positive efforts in human
special people I know; my nieces and to act according to my conscience and my some money you can buy broken bars, or if rights, community involvement and various
nephew. However, I hope that during the consciousness. you are a member of Working Assets you can other issues.
holidays and otherwise, the most valuable Inspirational author Dan Millman shop on their website for discounted Dagoba Based on further research you may dis-
gift they may receive from me is my writes that there are “no ordinary products at www.workingassets.com/shop/. cover, using a variety of resources, which
example to them. moments.” So please take time during this These bars are also available in some health companies you would like to support and
One of my nieces is seven this year, break from classes to set the example of food stores for individual purchase for which to avoid. It is often difficult to choose
and she (perhaps more than the others) changes you would like to see, or of between $2-3 apiece. companies that completely adhere to your
looks to me as a guide for everything from appreciation for what you already have When you receive your gifts this year beliefs about ethical and sound business prac-
one-liner jokes to writing and illustrating within your own relationships. don’t forget to think about what to do with tices, and hopefully you might be able find
her very own stories (both of which she Either way, you are making the most your old items! Aprogram called Recycle for merchants who do their best in many areas. I
does quite well, might I add!). I cherish of the moment, and to me, nothing is more Breast Cancer collects old cell phones, pagers, found that it often comes down to choosing
the opportunities to influence and encour- worth a hearty celebration! computers, TVs, digital cameras and even flu- the lesser evil, or the companies that are at
age this young lady. orescent light bulbs. They will send you pre- least attempting to rectify any unsound prac-
So, my inner advice columnist would paid shipping labels for any items you wish to tices.
like me to ask you to notice the ways in -- Sarah Magner donate, or you can locate one of their drop-off Hopefully these resources can help you
which you may act as a role model each Opinions Editor centers for smaller items at www.recyclefor- on your way to worldwide happy, healthy and
breastcancer.org. Recycle for Breast Cancer’s safe shopping. Happy Holidays!
goal is to reduce the amount of electronic and
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OPINIONS
Saturday
Grabbing the sun: An adventure in tattooing
sabbath
Beth Coulter my back, so I could approve the placement. knew it was that bad because that’s the only
CrestiadColumnist Then he got started, after showing me all of his time I call out for my mother (dead these past
tools and how they were kept sanitary, even the twenty years).
ink. He did his best to make me feel at ease and Yes, I called out, “Mama!” at times. Other Bethany Mason
I started thinking about getting a times I squeezed this squishy thing Staff Writer
tattoo five years ago. Something about that used to be my boyfriend’s hand.
getting a peace sign tattooed some- It took ten minutes to put a two-inch “…Six days shalt thou labor and do all
where on my body appealed to me. But mahogany brown sun with a peace thy work, but the Seventh-day is the Sabbath
the cost and the thought of pain made sign. The pain was something I’d of the Lord thy God, In it Thou shalt not do
me put it off. never had for so long, and sleeping any work, thou, nor thy son, nor thy daughter,
The desire stayed with me, how- that night was torture anytime the nor thy man servant nor thy maidservant nor
ever, never really leaving my mind. sheet touched my back. thy cattle nor thy stranger that is within thy
When I met my boyfriend, I told him I Aweek later, I am glad I got it, gate for in six days the Lord made the Heaven
wanted one and in discussing the even though it still hurts. It is some- and earth, the sea and all that in them is, and
design with him, I drew a sun with a thing that defines me, like “peace ris- rested the seventh day wherefore the Lord
peace sign in the middle of it. ing” and it looks sort of sun-kissed blessed the Sabbath day and Hollowed it”.
In the beginning of this October, there. (Exodus 20:8-12,-Ten Commandments/ the
at the Pennsylvania Renaissance Faire, If you are thinking about your Bible).
I had my design drawn in henna on my first tattoo, keep a few things in We repeat that every Friday night during
left upper chest so I could live with it mind. Don’t be impulsive; think worship, or should I say use to now that I live
for a while. I highly suggest doing this about it for a while, maybe six away from home.
if you are thinking of getting a tattoo. months, and live with a temporary for My home which is located in Baltimore,
Get a temporary one and live with it at least a week. Next, go to a rep- MD is an Adventist home. Many of my
for a while. utable shop and an artist who makes friends and even some family members don’t
I was decided, and went to you feel comfortable. Expect intense quite understand the doctrine of my religion.
Chalice Body Art in Quakertown. I pain during, and uncomfortable pain Besides the fact that I go to church on
chose them because I knew the licens- after (depending on where it’s put), Saturday, some would say that my religion
ing requirements for the area were for quite a while. Lastly, it is a resembles denominations such as Baptist,
especially stringent, and that made me The worth-while, yet painful result. Beth Coulter | Columnist wound, so leave it alone except to Episcopalian, Methodist, and some even say
feel safe. I had also seen a lot of their wash it with plain soap and water a Pentecostal, but it isn’t-in fact it is so much
work on people in the area (I could tell couple of times a day and put a tattoo more.
from the bumper sticker who did the work), comfortable. healing ointment (with vitamins Aand D) on I was born and raised a Seventh - day
and found it to be decent. I’ve experienced pain like that only twice after you pat it dry for two weeks. Adventist and one of our many beliefs is that
Bob was my artist and he made a stencil in my life. Once was giving birth to my daugh- Then enjoy, because you have it for life, we observe Saturday (the Sabbath) as the real
out of the picture I’d made of my henna tattoo ter. The other was a spinal tap I was given and you paid a lot for it, just in the pain alone. and true Sabbath. Our beliefs are derived from
and placed a temporary tattoo on the small of when I was ten-years-old (34 years ago). I the Bible, which means the guidelines set in
our faith constitute the lifestyle we should be
living as Christians and those guidelines are
given directly to us from God through the
HHaappppyy HHoolliiddaayyss ffrroomm Bible. Some believe that Sunday is the day
the Sabbath should be observed, but if the
Bible is what many hold to be steadfast and
true, then scripture says that the Seventh-day
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(the Sabbath) should be kept the seventh day
of the week as stated above in Exodus. The
Creator (God), after the six days of Creation
(Genesis 2:1-3), rested on the seventh day and
instituted the Sabbath for all people as a
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mental/index.html).
The Sabbath is observed Friday night
(sunset) to Saturday night (sunset) which
makes up one day. In these hours time is spent
in devotion, worship (attending church, home
etc), and communion with friends and family.
During this time, all worldly pleasures
are put aside such as work, watching televi-
sion, partying, anything [secular or worldly]
that you would do during the regular work and
school week that keeps your mind off God;
this allows you to be completely focused and
engaged in growing in the Lord.
Growing up I enjoyed reading and wor-
shiping with my family during the Sabbath
and often looked forward to it because it was
peaceful and it brought my family together
from doing things that usually kept them very
busy and stressed during the week.
Being in school has definitely changed
the routine that I followed so much at home
growing up through the years, I haven’t
attended church as regularly and I haven’t
been keeping the commandments like I know
I should, and I feel disconnected, not from the
world but from God. Observing the true
Sabbath goes far more than just attending a
building on a day of the week, it’s communing
with God on His day He created, and with his
strength I’m going to continue to do what is
right-His Commandment.
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NEWS
Forensic Speech Team places in
Keeping safe:
Don’t drink
finals at three tournaments
and drive this
Lori Gallagher holiday season
News Editor
No, the Forensic Speech Team is not part
of the science department. If this organization Heidi Gioia
has nothing to do with science, then why is it
Staff Writer
labeled as a forensic team?
According to Webster’s Dictionary, foren-
sic, in its one definition means, having to do Cedar Crest is not a dry campus. Though
with argumentation or rhetoric. The Forensic it is not permissible to drink alcohol if you are
Speech Team does just that. They compete in underage or to get drunk, alcohol can be found.
tournaments during which they present public More importantly, winter break is coming up
speaking and oral interpretation pieces. and alcohol can be gotten on any corner if you
A student entering an oral interpretation are of age.
category can choose to read a piece of prose or People do it everyday: have a drink or two
poetry, perform a dramatic interpretation of a with friends and then find themselves turning
piece, or perform in a dramatic duo. This is a the key in the ignition with their hands on the
more dramatic category. wheel. Sometimes, it doesn’t seem like a big
The other forensic speech category is pub- deal when you have only one or two drinks.
lic speaking. Students entered in this category People often don’t understand the effect
must present either an informative, persuasive, that alcohol has on them. They think that one
extemporaneous, or an impromptu speech, par- could not hurt and the buzz they get might
ticipate in a debate, or present a communica- even make them more aware. But, more often
tions analysis. than not, individuals are so inebriated that they
If a student participates in the oral inter- are past the point of reason and feel like they
pretation category or presents an informative or can have control over their vehicles. Driving
persuasive speech, then they must develop a under the influence, often shortened to DUI, is
program that they plan to follow. Everyone a serious action that has many negative results.
who attends is required to dress professionally. Some states have laws that focus on DUI
Even though the presentations may require the while others focus on DWI. What is the differ-
Chelsea Toth
speaker to act out a novel through role-play, no Tonesha Baltimore, Linda Baas, Sarah Magner, Nadine Brosnan, Chaquetta Wallace, Chelsea Toth, and ence? DUI stands for driving under the influ-
costumes or props are allowed and movement Joanna Craig show their awards from the tournament at Shepherds University. ence, as stated above. DWI stands for driving
is limited. while impaired. DUI includes alcohol, drugs,
Sarah Magner and sophomore Chelsea Toth given an item and asked to spend ten minutes
The Cedar Crest Forensic Team is advised and other substances that may impair a driver.
won fourth place for their act from Sex in the trying to sell it. Allison Kazaras placed second
by Linda Baas, who received the advisor of DWI, however; focuses on anything that could
City. in this same category. This time, the dynamic
they year award from Cedar Crest last year. impair a driver from lack of sleep to not wear-
The team also saw a sixth place win from duo of Kazaras and Joanna Craig placed fifth in
Chelsea Toth, a sophomore team member said, ing glasses or contacts, in addition to driving
the dynamic duo of Magner and Toth during the finals.
“The team would like to thank Linda Baas for with a chemical substance.
Bloomsburg, Mad Hatter tournament. Along with the recognition the team
all her hard work and dedication.” Pennsylvania is a DUI state and officers
Magner described this particular competi- receives at the tournaments, some members
This year, the Forensic Speech team has and travelers are out in full force during this
tion as an enjoyable event for almost everyone also participate in Pi Kappa Delta, the Forensic
traveled the east coast following competitions. holiday season. The Center for Disease Control
on the team. Speech Honor Fraternity.
Most of the tournaments are pare of the says that someone is killed every 31 minutes
Even though the team did not place at the Magner said, “It is nice to have an organi-
Collegiate Forensic Association, but they also due to an alcohol-related automobile accident.
New York University tournament, because it zation that exposes us to more competition and
attend American Forensic Association tourna- In 2003 alone, 17,013 people were killed in
was a different division, it was a learning expe- recognizes up as experienced and dedicated
ments. crashes that involved alcohol.
rience. forensicators.”
The group placed in two categories at the What people sometimes do not think
During the tournament in Brookdale, the The Forensic Speech team can currently
Shepherds University tournament in West about is the effect that someone else’s drinking
team placed in finals three times. Chaquetta be taken as a one-credit class or as an elective.
Virginia. Nadine Brosnan, a junior communi- may have on them. Some students may go
Wallace placed first for her impromptu sales The credits count towards the oral interpreta-
cations major, placed second in finals for her home for the holidays and some may stay with
speech. During her presentation, Wallace was tion requirement.
poetry reading. The dynamic duo of senior friends, but almost everyone will spend at least
some time in a car before the month-long break
Student Government News is over. Whether or not you drink and drive is
up to you. However, whether or not someone
else on the road decides to have a few drinks
before when he/she puts his/her foot on the gas
pedal is completely out of your control.
semester. This is only one of the potential con- was covered, the final exam policies were also
Christa Hagan
sequences of not turning in this documentation. discussed at the meetings. A concern was Holiday Party
Staff Writer
Reminders have been sent to all club e- brought up at the November 16 meeting regard-
mail accounts and reminders to check club e- ing professors rescheduling the exams over
The November 16 and 30 Student mail accounts were sent to all students. reading days. Some students thought that the continued | page 1
Government Association meetings were mostly Reasons for turning a binder in late will be class had to vote to have an exam on a reading ebrations, and increase advertising. An over-
comprised of end of the semester duties. evaluated by the Student Government day. whelming concern was that the event was per-
One of the items discussed was the club Association. This concern was addressed on the 30. ceived as being too formal. Students suggest-
binders that were distributed at the beginning Spring budgets were also discussed at President Sabrina Kulakowski had spoke to the ed having a residence hall decorating party
of the year. These binders must have the treas- both meetings. The budget forms will be sent Provost regarding the matter. She explained prior to the event and announcing the winners
urer spreadsheets, hard copies of the minutes in a e-mail to all club accounts. Clubs have the that on no uncertain terms are exams to be held at the party. They thought this would increase
and an updated copy of the constitution when option of turning in a completed budget form on reading days unless they are for a night attendance, especially if prizes were awarded.
they are turned in to Student Government. The before the end of this semester for the spring class. The class may not vote to have exams on The bottom line was that the students
binders are due on December 12. semester. This does not mean that they will reading days. thought Student Affairs should keep the party,
According to the club contracts that were receive an allotment any earlier. There will still Also regarding exams, there has been a but make it more refreshing and less formal.
signed in the beginning of the year, a club fail- be time to turn in budget requests at the begin- concern that students are requesting to take In response to these comments, Student
ing to pass in the binder containing all the ning of next semester. exams early so they can leave early. Exams are Affairs agreed to keep the party, but change the
items, an allotment will not be given for next Along with the housekeeping issues that supposed to be taken on the day they are sched- way it was organized.
uled. This year, the holiday party will still be
On a more festive note, the plans are in held in the Harmon Hall of Peace, however, it
The Shops at Cedar Pointe full swing for the holiday party. SGA and will be an open house. Refreshments, such as
Cedar Crest and Hamilton, Student Affairs have worked to organize this cookies will be served throughout the evening.
Allentown 610 435 7007 event. The holiday party will be held on Live piano music will also be playing through-
December 14 from 4:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m. out the party.
They plan to have singing, music and food. Student Government has agreed to help
This will take place in Harmon Hall of Peace. Student Affairs prepare advertisements. The
Great food,drinks and fun
There is one final meeting of the semester party is scheduled for December 14 from 4:00
for the Student Government Association. This p.m. until 6:00 p.m. It is an open house, so
will be December 7 at 6 p.m. in the 1867 room everyone can come at anytime.
of the Tompkins College Center (TCC). Hillel Society is also hosting a party on
Meetings for the spring semester will be Thursday, December 8, at 8:30 p.m. in the
held at the same time and in the same room, Moore Main Lounge in honor of Hanukkah.
6:00 p.m., Wednesday evenings in TCC 1867. They will be playing dreidel, watching
www.pistachiobarandgrille.com For questions or concerns, the SGAcan be con- movies, and making iron-on bead designs,
tacted at [email protected]. while eating latkes and other refreshments.
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NEWS
“Passion” prevalent for 2005
Women in Business Award winner
Jennifer Woytach
Editor in Chief
On November 17, 2005, Cedar Crest
College hosted its fifth annual “Women in
Business Award and Lecture.” This year’s
recipient was Cynthia Fricke Wollman, the
Vice President of New Business Development
at CRWGraphics.
A dinner was held in Alcove C and the
lecture and award ceremony followed in the
Harmon Hall of Peace.
President Dorothy G. Blaney began the
evening’s event by presenting Lisa Jane
Scheller, who was the first winner of the
Women in Business Award in 2001. Scheller is
the president and CEO of Silberline
Manufacturing Company, Inc and became
more involved with Cedar Crest after winning
her award. She is currently a member of the
Cedar Crest College Board of Trustees and
called the entire Women in Business event a
“source of learning, enjoyment, and pride.”
Before introducing fellow Women in
Business Award winner and Trustee Ruth
Spira, Scheller called Cedar Crest College a
“vibrant greenhouse in which women can
change their lives and explore themselves.”
The Women in Business ceremony proved
to be “much more than a one night event,”
Scheller said. “It opened my eyes to a source of
pride.” Spira, the 2002 Award winner, agreed
with Scheller’s opening remarks.
Spira, the executive vice president of
Lutron Electronics, introduced Cynthia Fricke Linda Misiura | Photo Editor
Wollman and not without citing the title of
President Dorothy Gulbenkian Blaney poses with Cedar Crest graduate and Women in Business award winner Cynthia Fricke Wollman along Lisa Jane Scheller (2001)
Wollman’s lecture by saying, “Passion is evi-
and Ruth Spira (2002).
dently what this lady has.” Spira called
Wollman “most capable and energetic” and she was 13. “Money gave me freedom I want- Wollman began working toward her MBA balance on one foot. After some shaking and
praised her for her commitment to encouraging ed,” she said. from Philadelphia College of Textile and light laughter, she let everyone sit back down.
continued education and for having a serious Initially, Wollman intended to study Sciences while she worked at Sun Printing, a “You have to move a little to get that balance,”
investment in the development of her staff. Education and minor in Business in college. family business. Wollman said that she wanted she said. Wollman credited her husband and
Wollman took the podium with much She was inspired by such things as the former to be respected for her knowledge. “You never three sons for always supporting her career and
applause and began her brief, yet energetic lec- tradition of “Dad/Daughter Weekend” at Cedar know it all,” she said. “There’s always room her decisions.
ture. Titled “Passion in Business: The Agent of Crest for choosing a career path that she was for improvement.” Transitioning to the second part of her
Social Change for the Next Decade,” Wollman not only interested in, but obviously passionate At Sun, Wollman made sure her company lecture, “Creating social change,” Wollman
focused on what the field of business means to about. Wollman said that Dad/Daughter was involved and advanced: becoming an early explained the importance of women in busi-
her and how important it is for people to be Weekend prepared fathers of that generation adopter of eCommerce in 2000 was one way to ness and supporting those women. When
business savvy. for what was to change in their daughters’ do this. She let her staff use Palm Pilots and Wollman wanted a new car, she looked beyond
Wollman called it a “privilege to be hon- careers. have an Internet allowance to further expand colors and interior fabric: she wanted a car
ored” by Cedar Crest and said, “Nothing has Not only inspired by her Cedar Crest edu- business. Wollman noted the importance to from a company that had job sharing and true
greater meaning than being honored by your cation, Wollman noted the opportunities that linking internal resources like IT and HR leadership for its women employees.
college.” A 1985 graduate, Wollman was a the College provided its students. These oppor- together. Wollman’s message was with business,
Business Administration major and had an tunities included internships, which Wollman In November 2002, Sun acquired another we can create a social change. “Be informed
Economics minor. said were a preparation for the real world. company. After three years and some obsta- and do research before you buy stock. Make
Opening her lecture with the statement “I Wollman spoke of her experience as a manage- cles, Wollman decided she wasn’t reaching sure there’s a woman on the board,” Wollman
love business,” Wollman explained her begin- ment trainee at Merchant’s Bank, which is now professional and personal goals. “I wanted to said before asking, “Why don’t we use pur-
nings in business. Coming from a family of a part of Wachovia. work for a certified woman owned business chasing power to influence change?”
business owners, she had “grown up around After being presented with a problem and and give back to community,” she said. Making her audience aware of the need to
business.” She called business fun and said that coming up with her own solution, Wollman Following that feelings and knowing create social change to support women in busi-
her grandfather had taught her early on the sci- was shocked that her idea was dismissed. “I’m where Sun as a corporation needed to be, she ness was Wollman’s lesson for the evening. “If
ence of business: he taught her how to read the a graduate of Cedar Crest College of course I left. “I knew Sun needed to be bigger and I was you work in business, support these changes,”
financial pages of The Wall Street Journal and came up with a new idea!” Wollman exclaimed happy to make the move.” She explained her she said. “Be the change you want to see in the
they bought Philadelphia Electric stock when to an understanding audience’s laughter. decision by asking the audience to stand up and world.”
Are Wal-Mart stores wearing halos or horns?
employee wages and benefits)says that 56% of The chief financial officer of Wal-Mart far [on one side] because I go to Wal-Mart
Kelly O’Donnell
United States consumers think that Wal-Mart stores said on the independent study, “What’s every single week. It’s one to say ‘Ok, Wal-
Staff Writer
Stores Incorporated is bad for America, while the bottom line? Wal-Mart has a substantial Mart is a bad thing and I’m not going to shop
only 35% agreed that Wal-Mart is good for positive impact on a working family’s bottom there’but when it comes down to it and you
Does your Christmas “to buy for” list America. line. When Wal-Mart enters a market, we com- need those $2.50 pack of Oreos [your going to]
include 20 of your closest family members? Wal-Mart, however, questioned the timing pete with some businesses, which can result in go to Wal-Mart, your not going to go to the cor-
Are you getting stressed out about money and of the poll which was conducted during a time job losses. But we expand opportunities for ner store down the street that sells them for
not sure where to buy all the gifts? when the retailer’s critics organized events to many other businesses, which result in job $4.00”
With a Wal-Mart located withing almost voice their concerns about the store and growth. Overall, Wal-Mart’s economic impact When Deborah Bascombe, freshman biol-
every 30 mile radius, it may seem very easy to screened the new documentary, Wal-Mart: The on communities is a big net positive.” ogy major, was asked whether she thought Wal-
buy great gifts at the lowest prices available for High Cost of Low Price, which shows Wal- Cedar Crest students have mixed feelings Mart was good or bad for America she said, “I
everyone on your shopping list. However do Mart in a negative way. on these issues. “It’s taking business away from think it’s good for America because people who
the benefits really out weight the dangers of On Wal-Mart’s facts website, an independ- small businesses. You have a mom and pop can’t afford Gucci and Versace can go to Wal-
Wal-Mart? ent study shows that in 2004 Wal-Mart saved an shop and all of a sudden Wal-Mart rolls in and Mart.” Bascome had never been to a Wal-Mart
According to a December 2 Reuters average of $2,329 for each American house- they’re done,” said Cecilia Gerlache, a sopho- before coming to school because they didn’t
Article, a poll conducted by Zogby hold. It also showed that Wal-Mart created a more elementary education major. have one in her area but they are opening one
International and commissioned by total of 210,000 jobs across the nation (10% of She explained that although it may not be shortly there and she is excited that everyone in
WakeUpWalmart.com (a union funded group all jobs created) and had a .9% increase in real the best business it’s hard to stop shopping her area will be able to enjoy the low prices and
that has been pressuring Wal-Mart to raise wages, which has a positive economic impact. there because of their low prices. “I’m not that the good customer service.
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NEWS
Cedar Crest Sergeant
In the
promoted to Assistant Chief
news...
Frehulfer had been working as a Sergeant. sented to him.
Kelly O’Donnell
Moving up the chain of command in any He is also looking forward to continuing
Jillian Churchill Staff Writer
organization, such as from sergeant to assistant his career at Cedar Crest. This is where he
chief has it pros and cons. There is more feels like he is part of an extended family
Don Frehulfer has been a Cedar Crest responsibility, which ultimately means more because new people keep joining the organiza-
employee for 15 years. He was recently pro- challenges. tion and he gets to know all of them.
Sheehan honored with stone moted to the position of Assistant Chief of With his promotion, Frehulfer is willing to In the little spare time he has, Frehulfer
monument Safety and Security. Prior to his promotion, attempt these new challenges that will be pre- likes to fish and play EverQuest, a 3-D fantasy
In August, Cindy Sheehan made a 29 day game on the computer. He also likes to spend
stand against the war in Iraq outside of time with his family.
President Bush’s home in Crawford, Texas. Frehulfer is a father of three. He speaks
Over the Thanksgiving holiday, Sheehan very fondly of his all of his sons.
was presented with a stone monument His oldest son is a graduate of Bucknell
remembering her stand that ended with the University. While in college, he had an intern-
families of over two dozen soldiers joining ship that allowed him to create the info net that
her efforts. The stone was placed in front of teachers at Cedar Crest use.
the Crawford Peace House which opened Frehulfer’s middle son is currently a jun-
right after the war began. ior at West Point. His youngest is a senior in
high school. He is currently looking at attend-
Black Friday shopping proves to be ing Muhlenberg to become a Social Studies
teacher and drama instructor.
dangerous
Frehulfer also used to play guitar, sing and
In a Walmart outside of Grand Rapids,
play in a rock band when he was younger.
Michigan, the frenzy when the store opened
When asked what he likes most about
was so great that people were getting pushed
Cedar Crest College, Frehulfer said, “The fam-
down on the ground and stepped upon by
ily type atmosphere. Everyone is so friendly.”
other shoppers. In another Walmart in
He likes the atmosphere here because people
Florida, a wrestling match broke out after
do not get lost as they would in other colleges.
one man apparently cut another in line to
Frehulfer was born in Weissport, PA. He
check out. Overall, retailers are saying that
has lived there his whole life and was mayor of
this Friday is a good sign as the official
the town until just last year. He still lives there
beginning of the holiday shopping season.
and commutes to work every day.
Frehulfer is excited to be doing something
China facing problems after plant
Kelly O’Donnell| Staff Writer different and continues to look forward to his
explosion
job at Cedar Crest.
Over 100 tons of benzene was spilled in Assistant Chief of Safety and Security, Don Frehulfer looks forward to the challenges of his new position.
China from a chemical plant in November
after an explosion that killed one at a chem- Nursing professors in Africa
ical plant. Now, the country is trying to set-
tle arguments with Russia, who is also feel-
ing the effects of the spill, as well as trying continued | page 1 being a very peaceful country. DalPezzo and At the end of their trip they stopped in
to get clean drinking water to the residents equipment, so the nurses do not even know Leh said that the people there welcomed them Paris to view a nursing museum. This museum
near the spill. Benzene is a chemical used in what that equipment is and never learn about it. with open arms and were very friendly. They showed nursing techniques throughout the
gasoline and is known to cause cancer. This trip was made with a collaborated appreciated what they had even though it was world and was a very worthwhile stop on their
effort of Cedar Crest College and Narh-Bita very little. The people of Ghana also utilized trip. Coming back to Cedar Crest they were
Childhood obesity found to cause School of Nursing in Tema, Ghana. They host- the little they had to the best of their ability, not excited to share their experiences of both Paris
more concerns ed the professors, showed them local medical wasting any of it. and Ghana to their students.
Anew study has found that obese children facilities and the Nursing school which has a Ghana, one of the more progressive coun- Cedar Crest College and Narh-Bita School
are more likely to have broken or fractured total of about 78 students attending it and a tries of Africa, is in the process of launching a of Nursing are going to keep an ongoing rela-
bones and joint problems than their counter- total of 6 full time professors. The school is so new insurance program in which the goal is to tionship and even hope in the years to come to
parts. Left untreated these can lead to perma- poor that it can’t afford textbooks for each stu- make sure every one of its citizens is covered be able to send students from Cedar Crest to
nent disabilities. The pain and immobility dent so the students share a few in the library, with medical insurance. If they are working it observe Narh-Bita School Students and Vice
caused by these bone conditions can lead to mostly studying from notes taken in class. will be taken out of their paychecks, the same Versa. All the woman agree that after the trip
less activity and even greater obesity levels. However poor they are, Ghanaians are still a as Social Security would be taken out in they more grateful for everything they have.
very kind people. America. If they do not have jobs then they DalPezzo says she will never again complain
European Union preps for more air Other parts of the Africa are in the midst will have to pay the equivalent of $7.50 U.S about anything. They all agree that this trip has
traffic of a civil war but Ghana is quite the opposite dollars to have the insurance for a year. changed them for the better.
A new plan, Sesear, developed by the
European Union is trying to make flying
over Europe better. The goals of the plan are
to increase safety of the flights, make the
flights more environmentally friendly and to
make air traffic control easier. The plan is to
update many systems that are 50 years old as
well as to link governments with airlines and
airports.
GM shedding over 30,000 jobs
The only good news for many GM employ-
ees is that the company is planning to contin-
ue paying its employees throughout the dura-
tion of their contract with the United Auto
Workers union, which ends September 2007.
Those who have worked for GM for over 30
years will be receiving their full pensions.
One real question facing even retirees is
whether GM will continue paying healthcare
for them.
Classifieds
Part time servers, baristas,
and hostesses wanted.
Flexible hours.
Apply in person.
Pistachio Bar & Grille. Nancy DalPezzo
The Cedar Crest nursing professors sit with the professors from the Narh-Bita School of Nursing in Africa.
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NEWS
Solomon Amendment causes
Cara’s Corner
constitution controversy
worldwide commentary
continue as it stands. Even though some jus-
Lori Gallagher
tices sympathized with the schools, there were
News Editor
Cara Nicholl many comments supporting the amendment.
An idea presented by the justices was to pro-
According to the Forum for Academic and vide disclaimers on all flyers and e-mails about
Global warming rapidly Institutional Rights (FAIR) a threat was made job fairs that the school does not agree with the
against the free speech rights that are guaran- views presented by all potential employers.
teed by the First Amendment of the United The actual ruling is expected to take place
increasing
States Constitution. in a few months.
In 1995, the federal government enacted Along with requiring that institutions to
the Solomon Amendment, which denies finan- allow military recruiters equal access to the
cial support to any institution of higher learn- students, the government has also been work-
Global warming is an issue that has long are raised by the billions in order to provide
ing that typically receives government money, ing on a database that contains personal infor-
been ignored by the media, to the point where food for the rest of the world, plenty of gases
if that institution fails to provide military mation about high school students between the
people, uneducated on the issue, claim to “not have emitted from them. The Kyoto Climate
recruiters the same access to the students as ages of 16 and 18, as well as all college stu-
believe in it” or simply choose to ignore the Summit also pointed to forest destruction as
other potential employers receive. dents.
issue all together. another reason, citing that it “greatly amplifies
This amendment was sponsored by Some information about high school stu-
Not to be a downer, but global warming is soil erosion and water wastage, is a major
Representative Gerald B. H. Solomon who also dents is already provided to the military under
everywhere. Take for example the rising levels source of loss of species, and undermines the
effectively pushed to deny federal student aid the No Child Left Behind act. However, the
of the ocean, which have been concerning sci- environment’s natural ability to store carbon. It
to men who failed to register for the draft. entire database includes birth dates, Social
entists, since the levels are rising so fast. The releases additional carbon to the atmosphere,
According to Solicitor General Paul Security numbers, e-mail addresses, grade-
waters are rising because the global tempera- thereby enhancing global warming.”
Clement the purpose of the Solomon point averages, ethnicity and what subjects the
ture is getting so warm, causing enormous gla- How will the world’s leaders react to this?
Amendment is to create an “opportunity [that] students are studying.
ciers to melt and sometimes break off (the lat- Statistics show it only took the world 125 years
allows the military a fair shot at recruiting the Like the Solomon Amendment, school
est glacier to break off was the size of Rhode to use up the first trillion barrels of oil – it is
best and the brightest for the military’s critical systems that fail to provide the needed infor-
Island). The water seeping from the melted gla- estimated by www.willyoujoinus.com that the
and vital mission.” mation risk losing federal funds. However,
ciers then makes the water levels rise. next trillion barrels will only take about 30
FAIR brought charges against this amend- according to the Washington Post and the
Or, take for example the recent hurri- years to finish off. Drastically cutting off these
ment because they said it limits the rights of Pentagon, individual parents or students can
canes, which have been so numerous, scientists fuels would help slow the effects of global
schools that do not agree with the practices of withhold information that would be transferred
had to revert to naming the hurricanes with warming but would prove devastating to the
the military. For example, most law schools do to the military through their districts.
Greek letters. Scientists debate that these world’s economy; the world’s leaders must
not allow military recruiters the opportunity to Additional information for the database is
numerous hurricanes could be the result of ris- find a way to slow global warming down
speak with students because the schools do not also being obtained through commercial data
ing temperatures in the Atlantic Ocean, which before the world is hit with impending disaster.
agree with the military’s disagreement of brokers, state drivers’ license records, and
creates an opportunity for strong hurricanes. Scientists are calling for the leaders to pay
homosexuality. information already held by the military.
Although patterns of global warming can more attention.
This case of Rumsfeld v. Forum For What do the Solomon Amendment and
be attributed to a cycle that has been ongoing At the Kyoto Climate Summit in 2000,
Academic and Institutional Rights was brought the government database mean for Cedar Crest
for centuries, the recent speed rate of global they called for citizens and scientists world-
to the United States Supreme Court on students? The answer to this question and
warming cannot be attributed to nature. The wide to hold their leaders “accountable” for
Tuesday, December 6, 2005. additional information regarding the official
speed of global warming can be attributed to dealing with the global warming threat.
As of December 6, the court was leaning ruling of the case will be in the first issue of
something referred to as Greenhouse Gas emis- How have the world’s leaders responded
towards allowing the Solomon Amendment to The Crestiad next semester.
sions, which are “higher concentrations of CO2 to the threat of global warming? George Bush
and other “greenhouse” gases trap more has chosen to ignore it, instead, taking actions
infrared energy in the atmosphere than occurs such as exempting SUVs from fuel efficiency
naturally. The additional heat further warms the requirements (although SUVs are the least fuel
atmosphere and Earth’s surface.” efficient cars in the world). This goes against
(www.koshland-science-museum.org). what he said in 2001, when he agreed to work
The greenhouse gas emissions such as with the United Nations to help lower the
carbon dioxide and methane have added signif- effects of global warming.
icantly, as most scientists will argue. The use of The global warming effect cannot be
cars is one major factor; another cause is sur- ignored because it will not go away. Instead, it
prising. In fact, plenty of people eat this cause has to be taken head-on. As warned about in the
on a daily basis. Cows are one of the main Kyoto Climate Summit, ignoring global warm-
greenhouse gas emitters, expelling methane as ing could result in “long-term environmental
they fart, a result of their grass diet. Since they and resource damage.”
Klopp Award presented to
Parkland teacher
Heidi Gioia ed for this award by the Principal of Orefield
Staff Writer Middle School, Victoria Hersh. A November
17th college press release quotes Hersh saying,
“Mr. Montes’exemplary accomplishments are
Dr. Howard Klopp is not necessarily a above and beyond the expectations of anyone
name students recognize at Cedar Crest today, in his profession. He possesses a strong work
but 25 years ago, students knew him just as we ethic, believes in student success and is a posi-
all know our Professors today. tive role model for the students and teachers at
According to the College Relations our school.”
Office, Klopp taught as a Professor emeritus One reason Montes has made such a
for 25 years until he retired in 1986, leaving noticeable impact as a Teacher are his leader-
behind his many years of ship, commitment and gen-
knowledge. uine concern for his students
In November 2002, and diversity education. For
Klopp passed away resulting example, over the years, Mr.
in the creation of the Klopp Montes has developed an
Award for Exemplary academic project that the
Teaching. students at the school look
This award centers on forward to completing in his
outstanding teaching class. Every year, each of his
throughout the Lehigh and students publishes a book for
Northampton Counties, espe- young children that is writ-
cially in elementary, middle, ten in Spanish. The effort
and secondary schools. It is and rewards put into projects
given every year during like these caused Cedar
National Education Week in Crest College to take notice
an effort to put attention on of this local educator.
the many noteworthy teach- Cedar Crest joined the
Press Release
ers of the area. Parkland school district in
Among those noteworthy individuals is congratulating Montes on a fine job of teach-
Carlos Montes, an 8th grade Spanish teacher at ing. He was the 2005 recipient of the Howard
Orefield Middle School. Montes was nominat- Klopp Award for Exemplary Teaching.
www2.cedarcrest.edu/crestiad The Crestiad - December 8, 2005 - Page 10
HOLIDAY SPECIAL
Baked cranberry
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sauce
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12 oz. cranberries, fresh or frozen
1 ¼ cups sugar
¼ tsp. cinnamon
Emily Pulham is represented by a black candle, and is always unique is the type of food — they have a large
Pinch nutmeg
lit on the first night, to symbolize the unity of potluck dinner, instead of limiting the menu to
Optional - ¼ cup bourbon or spiced rum Staff Writer
the people as being of fore-most importance. traditional foods.
Ears of corn, crops, the unity cup, and beauti- The Johnson-Hopkins family also passes
Tis the season — but not just for
ful works of African art are placed out on a around the unity cup, and each family member
Combine cranberries and dry ingredients in Christmas trees and menorahs. It is also a time
mkeka mat to honor ancestors. shares what they are thankful for. Another
a small casserole or baking dish. Stir to coat of year for red, green and black candles, cele-
As with most holidays across the world, aspect of their unique celebration is in their
cranberries. Cover and bake 55-65 minutes brating family, and giving thanks. It is time for
means of celebrating Kwanzaa differ from introductions to the other people at the dinner.
at 350 degrees. the celebration of Kwanzaa. Starting on
family to family. Although most families typi- According to Johnson, they introduce them-
December 26 and ending on January first,
cally celebrate by eating, honoring ancestors, selves by “announcing my name, and then the
When done, cranberries will be soft, all Kwanzaa is a celebration for African-
and spending time with loved ones, Leni name of my mother, and her mother, and so
sugar will be dissolved and there will be a American and Pan-African values.
Johnson, a sophomore, said that her family’s on.”
syrupy sauce. After baking, if desired, stir Kwanzaa is a celebration in the African
celebration “couldn’t be more different” from Regardless of how it is celebrated,
in bourbon or spiced rum. Alcohol will culture dedicated to giving thanks for the first
others. They do place their Kwanzaa alter up Kwanzaa is about to approach its 39th year of
steam off since the sauce will be very hot. harvest. According to the Official Kwanzaa
and enjoy food. What makes their celebration honor, tradition, thanksgiving, and love.
After sauce cools to room temperature, chill Website, “Kwanzaa” is Swahili for “first
for a few hours before serving (at least one fruits” (officiakwanzaawebsite.org). Although
hour). Store leftovers in refrigerator, it will the tradition of giving thanks for harvests dates
stay good for at least two weeks. back to the ancient Egyptians, Kwanzaa was
“created” as an official holiday in 1966 by Dr.
Maulana Karenga.
Contributed by
Kwanzaa is a holiday meant for more
Jennifer Kumetz
than celebration; it is also a time for reaffirm-
ing and restoring knowledge and a connection
with African roots. It is a holiday for learning,
Sweet potato fluff giving thanks, paying respect to one’s culture,
and honoring values and traditions in African
history. There are seven principles of
3 cups cooked and mashed sweet potatoes Kwanzaa, all of which “contribute to building
1 cup white sugar and reinforcing family, community and culture
2 eggs among African American people as well as
1/2 cup butter Africans throughout the world African com-
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract munity” (officialkwanzaawebsite.org). Each
1 cup flaked coconut night in Kwanzaa, one of these principles is
1 cup packed brown sugar honored. The principles are Unity, Self-
1/3 cup all-purpose flour Determination, Collective Work and
1 cup chopped pecans Responsibility, Cooperative Economics,
1/3 cup butter Purpose, Creativity, and Faith.
Each of the seven principles is represent-
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. ed by a colored candle that is lit on its respec-
Mix the mashed sweet potatoes, white tive day. The red, green, and black candles rep-
sugar, eggs, 1/2 cup of the butter or mar- resent bloodshed, land, and people respective-
garine, vanilla and flaked coconut. Place in ly. In terms of the seven principles, red candles Officialkwanzaawebsite.org
heat proof 2 quart sized casserole dish. represent self-determination, cooperative eco-
With a fork mix the brown sugar, flour, nomics, and creativity. Green represents col- Ears of corn, crops and the unity cup are placed out on a mkeka mat to honor ancestors.
pecans and the remaining 1/3 cup of butter lective responsibility, purpose, and faith. Unity
or margarine. Sprinkle over the top of the
potato mixture.
Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for
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30 minutes.
Allrecipes.com
one candle is lit to symbolize the miracle of the The holiday menorah has nine candles –
Jillian Churchill
eternal light. Ablessing is also said. An addi- the center candle is used each night to light the
Staff Writer
Potato latkes tional candle is lit each night, until all of the other eight candles.
candles are lit on the eighth night. While oil may have been used in ancient
Most people have heard of
times, most now have candles for the
Hanukkah, but do not know the real
Latkes are potato pancakes fried in oil. The oil is eight flames.
meaning behind the Jewish celebra-
a reminder of the miraculous oil that lasted for Menorahs come in all shapes
tion.
eight days when the Temple of Jerusalem was and sizes. The one restriction on them
rededicated. The word Hanukkah means is that the individual flames must be
“dedication” in Hebrew. The celebra-
spread far enough apart that the
4 cups peeled, grated potatoes tion is meant to commemorate the
Menorah does not look like a pagan
1 large onion, chopped rededication of the Jewish Temple of
flame. While most Menorahs are
1 1/2 teaspoons salt Solomon that was taken over by
2 tablespoons flour about 18 inches tall, several groups
Greeks in 168 BC. After Greek sol-
2 eggs have claimed to have created the
diers took over the temple and
pepper to taste world’s largest. One group made one
changed it to a temple to worship
2 teaspoons chopped chives (optional) that was more than 60 feet tall, and
Zeus, many Jews decided to fight
the rabbi had to be lifted by a crane
Wash, peel, and grate the potatoes. Squeeze out back.
every night to light the flames.
liquid. Combine with onion, salt, flour, and pep- It took three years for the Jewish
A traditional Hanukkah treat is
per (and chives). Lightly beat the egg, and stir soldiers to defeat the Greek soldiers
latkes. The soldiers that reclaimed the
into the mixture. and rededicate their temple. One of
temple had latkes made of cheese,
the first things that they wanted to do
Heat the oil in a skillet, and spoon in tablespoons vegetables and fruit. Today the tradi-
once they reentered the temple was to
of the mixture to make medium sized patties. tional Hanukkah speciality is potato
light the Menorah. In those days, oil
Brown on one side, turn and brown lightly on the pancakes that are made from grated
other. Repeat with the rest of the mixture. was used to keep the flames going, potatoes, eggs, onions, and flour.
but only enough oil for one day was
They are then fried in oil. Because oil
Serve with applesauce, cottage cheese, yogurt, or found. Miraculously the oil lasted for
was burned in the original Menorahs,
sour cream. eight days, which allowed enough
oil now plays an important symbolic
time for more oil to be found and the
From “The Story of Hanukkah” Menorah.com role in many fried foods.
Menorah to remain lit.
Hanukkah is celebrated on the
By Norma Simon The traditional Hanukkah cele- On the first night of Hanukkah, one candle is lit to symbolize the miracle of
25 of the Jewish month of Kislev and
Harperchildrens.com bration lasts eight days, to remember the eternal light. Ablessing is also said. An additional candle is lit each night,
usually falls in December. This year,
the miracle that lasted for eight days. until all of the candles are lit on the eighth night.
the festival of Hanukkah begins on
On the first night of Hanukkah,
December 25 at sundown.