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taylor eben 14 news editor If you think the decision to increase the price of parking permits was done haphazardly, think again. Krista Bailey Murphy, Ph.D., dean of student life and CHCs own parking authority, knows the drastic change came as a surprise to the student body: parking went from free to $140. However, the Presidents Cabinet had been debating the issue for the past three years; it was just a matter of pulling off the proverbial Band-Aid. The news broke just before the start of the academic year and the decision has been met with its fair share of criticism. I was really angry when I learned about the price jump, said Chris Shriver 15, a commuter. It wasnt simply because I hadnt factored it into my budget, but because I had to find out through Facebook. Although this change is new for undergraduate students, evening and graduate students have been paying $140 for parking for the past two years. The primary reason why parking is such a challenge for the College is because there arent enough spaces to accommodate a growing student body. The parking lot is already crowded enough during the day, but when evening classes begin the congestion only gets worse. Undergraduate students already have their cars parked in the prime spots, and evening and graduate students, who actually pay, cant find a place to park. Charging commuter students less than resident students is a popular option amongst many colleges and universities, but Murphy argues that it isnt the best choice because its unfair to place a value on which students need their cars more than others. There could be a commuter that chooses to drive to campus, but could take the bus, and there could be a resident who has to work two jobs off

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Philadelphia, PA September 2013 year prior. 44 residents have purchased permits, up from 42 last year.Commuter permit sales are down, but this could be because there are fewer commuters and more residents this year. If you still cant bring yourself to spend $140 on a permit, Murphy suggests purchasing a SugarLoaf permit. Although it isnt technically on campus, the permit costs $50 and the lot is accessible via shuttle service. We wanted to do what was the most fair and the most just, even though it was unpopular, Murphy said. Free parking isnt the answer.

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campus to pay for his or her tuition, and cant take a bus to get there, she explained. We thought that it was the most fair approach to charge everyone the same price. Stephan Wolfert 14, a resident, finds the increase absurd. The number of illegally parked cars has always frustrated him, but since parking only cost him $5 he dealt with it. Now I paid one hundred forty dollars and I still cannot find a spot because all of the cars without passes are taking up space. One question Murphy said shes been getting asked a lot is why administration decided to start charging $140 right away rather than increasing gradually. We could have done fifty dollars for parking this year and a hundred dollars next year and a hundred fifty the year after, but then every year we would be having this conversation, Murphy said. Many students, including Shriver, are curious as to where the money is going, but there is no a specific answer, Murphy said. There isnt necessarily a dollar for dollar exchange of where the money goes, the same way that your tuition doesnt pay just your faculty who teach you, Murphy said. Money collected from parking permits is distributed to various areas of the College, including parking-related costs: maintenance fees, parking space realignment to create more spaces, lighting, the shuttle service, ticketing, and booting cars. Money also goes towards towing costs in the case of a flood. Students like Allie Fusco 14 understand the administrations logic. I think its reasonable, considering students at other schools have been paying [for parking] for years. Its standard, she said. When it came time to actually decide on a price, the Cabinet benchmarked other local schools parking fees. They focused on the geography of the schools and the available number of spaces as opposed to the number of students. For a detailed list, see the Parking Benchmarks table. Despite the increase in price, people are still paying for permits. As of September 5, 2013, 129 commuter parking permits have been purchased, down from 182 exactly one

Parking Benchmarks Institution

Arcadia University* Gwynedd-Mercy College* LaSalle University* Cabrini College St. Joseph University* Holy Family University Eastern University* Neumman University Immaculata University Rutgers University - Camden*

Resident Fee
$60 $75 $150 $95 $334 $0 $200 $0 $50 $370

Commuter Fee
$60 $45 $100 $95 $212 $0 $200 $0 $50 $278.20

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New Student Life Board Promises Change

karlaane klouda 14 contributing writer Dont you wish you had a chance to make a difference and to voice your opinion and make your school a better place? Well, now you do. Thanks to Charles Davis 15, Chestnut Hill College is starting a Student Life Board. This committee will be comprised of students who want to help CHC students advance. Davis had to create something new that Chestnut Hill College needed. He knew he wanted to make a difference. Therefore, after researching what other colleges in the Philadelphia area had on campus, he created the Student Life Board. The boards main goal is to improve facilities on campus, such as Chartwells, security, transportation, and housing, to make them better suit our students. According to Davis, the Student Life Board will plan and research during the fall and begin executing their ideas in the spring. He stated, We are going to research what other schools in the areas do, and then use that to better our school. Hopefully there will be great results. By collecting data from other schools, the board hopes to come up with a compromise to improve student life in every way possible. Within the next few months, applications will go out to anyone that wants to be a part of the board. These candidates will go through an interview process before they receive a spot on the board. The Student Life Board will not have events or socials, but they will publicize all of their current actions and improvements. Daviss main hope is to leave an impact on student life at CHC. Keep your eyes out for signs about the Student Life Board around campus . They want to make Chestnut Hill a better place for all students.

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Vol. IV, Issue 1 The Free Student Newspaper of Chestnut Hill College Marilee Gallagher 13 Editor-in-Chief Skyler Stillwaggon 14 Managing Editor Layout Editor Andrea Wentzell 15 Business Manager Senior Layout Staff Taylor Eben 14 News Editor Michael Bradley 14 Style Editor Megan Dicus 15 Style Editor Megan Welch 16 Opinion Editor Adele Giangiulio 16 Sports Editor Tiffany Urea 16 Sports Editor Chris Shriver 15 Online Editor Elizabeth Bachmayer 16 Photography Editor Briana Charlton 16 Senior Copy Editor Layout Staff Alex Omoniyi 16 Copy Editors Sally Simons 15 Copywriters Gabriel Henninger 15 Meghan Gerry 14 Susan Magee, M.F.A. Facilitator Make your opinion heard and submit editorials to The Griffin. Submissions become property of The Griffin and are subject o editing for style, clarity and length. The views represented in submissions do not represent Chestnut Hill College. Submissions also do not represent The Griffins position, or that of its facilitator. The Griffin strives for accuracy and fair representation in all of its publications and factual correctness. If an error is found, email the issue number, the error, and the correction that needs to be made to the.griffin.chc@gmail. com. Corrections may be printed in the next issue.

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This summer, I worked at The Karma Agency in center city Philadelphia. Karma is a full-service branding agency that provides marketing, advertising and PR support for several clients including, King of Prussia Mall, Trex, Opera Philadelphia and Main Line Health. I worked on an account management team that supported marketing efforts, mostly for Trex. My job was to handle day-to-day tasks, support client communication, and generally, learn more about what it means to be an Account Manager in advertising. As a full-time employee, I got a real taste of the businessand even helped create Trexs brand-new website! I got my internship through Gillian Chapline, marketing manager at CHC. When we were discussing my desire to have a summer job in a field related to my major (corporate communication), she put me in touch with her friend who worked at Karma. I applied, went in for two interviews, and eventually landed the job! Working full-time gave me a better understanding of what it means to be a professional. Ive had part-time jobs since I was fifteen years old, but I had never been in a professional setting like that. Learning how to work hard, be a good employee, and make a difference in a corporate setting helped me understand how important it was for me to get a degree. Coming back to school this fall, I felt even more validated in my choice to go to college. The classes that I had taken before the internship gave me confidence as well. Being able to sit in a meeting and understand everything that was being said made me feel great about myself, the classes I had chosen to take, and the professors that had helped me learn the material. I love CHC, but my internship made me even more proud to say that I go to Chestnut Hill College!

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Valuable experience is pretty much what everyone wants to gain going into an internship. They want something that is going to look good in a portfolio. I wanted experience, but I also wanted to leave with great memories of the company, the employees, and possibly some work to be proud of. I believe I accomplished that with the amount of time I spent as a graphic design intern for Print, Signs, and Designs (PSD) in Bridgeton, NJ. As a small graphic design firm, PSD handles copying, printing, typesetting, graphic and website design for a variety of clients. With a few valued employees, who are essential to the running of the company, PSD strives for excellence.

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I began my second internship of the summer in June at Shore Fire Media, a publicity firm specializing in pop culture and entertainment, in Brooklyn, NY, with Mark Satlof. When I first walked into the office, I could already tell I would love the experience. The front entrance was decorated in giant magazine covers featuring Macklemore, Lana del Rey, and Bruce Springsteen while the lobby sported shiny signed guitars on the walls. After finishing my internship with HOWL! Festival, an arts festival displaying the full artistic diversity of the East Village, my boss, Jane Friedman, suggested that I spend some time at Shore Fire to experience the typical office day-to-day work that goes into public relations rather than the chaos of organizing a music festival. Most of my work at Shore Fire included updating tour and press schedules, researching outlet contacts, and creating Prezis. My most time-consuming job during my stay was helping create a final campaign book for Summerfest, truly the largest music festival in the world. Needless to say, there was a lot of press that needed to be documented. Everyone at Shore Fire was incredibly kind and helpful. Before giving me an assignment to do, they would explain to me why the assignment was important in public relations and how it related to the client. If I ever had a question about anything, or if I was unsure on how to use a certain program, they would teach me everything there was to know. I absolutely loved my internship at Shore Fire Media. My goal upon walking into the office on my first day was to discover the day-to-day work that goes into publicity and the steps of working with a campaign. I learned exactly that. I feel blessed to have worked with people who really know their stuff, and who were so helpful and knowledgeable throughout my stay there.

During my time there, I was able to expand my knowledge of graphic design, but I also picked up a few new skills on the production and finishing end of design work. Many times, I worked on preparing quotes for businesses, which included creating several different prototype designs. Other times I worked on recreation of current designs, or creating fresh designs for some companies. One of the best experiences that I will remember forever was creating a design for a towing companys truck. My work is now displayed on a moving piece of equipment, through vinyl lettering, which I see in the community quite often when home. Thanks to the employees at Print, Signs, and Designs, I can imagine myself in that field of work. More importantly I learned that graphic design is not easy because you constantly have to please a client, but in the end it is rewarding. I can gladly say that the career path I am set on is going to be an interesting one at the very least.

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A Dream in Progress
kaila kane 16 staff writer Fifty years ago on August 28, 1963, a quarter of a million people gathered at the National Mall in Washington, D.C. to peaceably make a statement about eliminating discrimination in America for black people. Black people were denied equal voting rights, were forced to go to all-black schools, and could not find good jobs with reasonable pay. One man, the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., had a specific dream that he envisioned for the future, one where his four little children would be judged on the basis of the content of their character, not the color of their skin. The renowned I Have a Dream Speech would become one of the most popular speeches in history, and 50 years later, thousands of people would return to the National Mall to celebrate and reflect on the 50th anniversary of such a historic day. Dr. Kings children and Congressman John Lewis, the last living organizer of the original March on Washington, hosted special events and rallies from Aug. 21 - Aug. 28, in honor of the anniversary. Some of these included an I Have a Dream brunch, a free multi-cultural concert that reflected on peace, an interfaith service held at Dr. Kings memorial statue, and speeches from Trayvon Martins and Emmitt Tills families, as well as from Reverend Al Sharpton, Nancy Pelosi, former President Bill Clinton, President Barack Obama, and many more. Barack Obamas speech, spanning just shy of half an hour, recounted how the thousands of people, whose names were never mentioned in newspapers or on television, chose the road of peaceful protest when they were more than justified to lash out in anger or resign themselves to a bitter fate. He spoke about how the March on Washington was a huge success for the Civil Rights Movement, as it led to the passage

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of the Civil Rights Act in 1964 and the Voting Rights Law in 1965. It caused a domino effect, spurring change in both local and national government, and Barack Obama is a prime example as he is the first African American president of the United States. Obama continued with his speech, reminding his captivated audience that while many achievements were made in the Civil Rights Movement, their work is far from over, and complacency would be a dishonor to those heroes. This remark causes one to think about the progress that has been made, and the progress that is yet to come. The president briefly mentioned the Supreme Courts decision to repeal a key part of the Voting Rights Act this summer, which was met with opposition from some civil rights groups such as the NAACP. He also wants to ensure that the scales of justice work equally for all in the criminal justice system because this has a direct relationship to the underfunding of schools and the overcrowding of jails. This remark could have also alluded to the ruling in the George Zimmerman trial that sparked outrage in the African American community and across the nation this summer. Obama concluded his speech with an optimistic vision of the future. While the March on Washington and the work of Dr. King helped earn better conditions for women and minorities, the dream that was articulated on the steps of the National Mall 50 years ago is still in progress. The road to equality is an ongoing journey in the United States and globally, whether it concerns equal marriage rights in all states, eliminating income inequality, stop-and-frisk policies, or fighting against injustice worldwide. There is still much work to be accomplished, and hopefully one day this nation and the world will finally fulfill the dream that Dr. King had in mind for everyone.

With major changes happening in the dinning hall, Chartwells has brought on two new personnel, Desiree Johnson (left) and Stephanie Reinke (right) both who are in charge of catering for CHC.

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New Hires at Chartwells

kerry oBrien 14 senior staff writer As the new catering personnel on Chestnut Hills community, Desiree Johnson and Stephanie Reinke are looking forward to maintaining and creating happiness of students who eat regularly on campus. Johnson, a graduate of Widener University, located in Chester, PA, has a background in hotel and restaurant management. With this experience, Johnson began working for Chartwells at Gerard College, a small institution located near the Philadelphia Art Museum. After her time there, Johnson served CHC on and off for a few years. In 2013, she was named the Colleges new director of catering. In this role, Johnson is responsible for overseeing the dining hall and all of the catering done at the College, a job she takes very seriously. Johnson wants to see the College make necessary improvements because according to her, Chestnut Hill College has a nice community where every day is different. It is just a nice and happy place to work. Reinke, another new member of CHCs dining staff, has a catering background and attended Philadelphia University. She found herself at CHC by means of a job offer from Chartwells and Chestnut Hill. Her main focus is to make the dining hall the place to go and she plans to do everything she can to see that this goal is realized. Both women are looking to make students happy with the food Chartwells provides. Also, they are looking to introduce more options in the dining hall. Since the dining hall offers a made-to-order omelet station for breakfast, they want to add a made-to-order grill option for lunch and dinner, as well. As a team, Johnson and Reinke are also setting up special events in the cafeteria, all of it designed to improve the overall dining experience.

Having students voice their opinions of Chartwells and the dining hall is a priority for Johnson and Reinke. Johnson suggests that students visit the dine on campus website (dineoncampus.com) to give feedback, or stop by the office in the front of the cafeteria to speak to her or Reinke personally. Hoping to create a comfortable and opendoor policy, Reinke says students should feel free to email them at catering@chc.edu if there is a problem that needs to be addressed or a specific dietary need one might have. Much like students who eat in the dining hall regularly, Reinke and Johnson have their favorite foods that Chartwells serves. Reinke says, I like the sweet potatoes and a lot of the breakfast foods, while Johnson is in favor of any of the pasta dishes. Johnson added that her staff has made sure to try all of the recipes so [we] know what the students are getting. It is this kind of service students should be glad to have.

prof. named editor for hemingway review

catherine dempsey 15 senior staff writer Director of Departmental Honors and Associate Professor of English, Suzanne del Gizzo, Ph.D., has been selected editor of The Hemingway Review, the scholarship journal of the Hemingway Society. She was named editor at the American Literature Association board meeting in May. A highly regarded Hemingway scholar, del Gizzo has published numerous articles on 20th century literature, Fitzgerald, and Hemingway in prominent journals including The Hemingway Review. She has co-edited two anthologies including Hemingways The Garden of Eden: 25 Years of Criticism and Ernest Hemingway in Context and has edited special sections for The Hemingway Review on Hemingways Garden of Eden and on Robert Frost. More work has included reviewing pieces for the American Literary Scholarship Journal and assessing submissions for the journal. Del Gizzo co-directed the Societys international conference in Switzerland, organized programs for the American Literature Association and Modern Language Association, and is currently serving her third term on the board. Acclaimed and esteemed by the Ernest Hemingway Foundation, del Gizzo is excited to have been elected such an honorary title. Susan Beegel, former Hemingway Review editor for 22 years, left rather large shoes for del Gizzo to fill in the new position. Shes made the journal such a wonderful, high-profile, well-researched and well-written space for Hemingway scholarship, del Gizzo says. I just hope to keep the standards the same, and after I settle into the job, maybe do a little bit more. Im excited but I have a healthy respect for what Im taking on and the really wonderful person that Im following, she adds. The Ernest Hemingway Foundation continues to support interest in developing literature since its founding in 1965 by Mary Hemingway, window to Ernest Hemingway. The Hemingway Review has a print run of just under 700 and a nearly unlimited electronic distribution in all major libraries, especially university and college libraries across the country.

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The Originals Take New Orleans

Briana Charlton 16 Staff Writer The CW Network show The Vampire Diaries (TVD) has been on the air since 2009. Since then, fans have followed Elena Gilbert (Nina Dobrev) Stefan and Damon Salvatore (Paul Wesley and Ian Somerhaulder), and friends as they dealt with affairs of the heart and went up against various enemies. However, the Mystic Falls gang has never battled a greater enemy than the Originals, the first vampire family to walk the planet. Since their introduction in season two, they have wreaked havoc upon Mystic Falls, and so formidable is their power, they now have their own show. The Originals, as the new show will be called, follows the deadliest of the family, Klaus (Joseph Morgan recurring TVD guest star), as he tries to take back his kingdom of New Orleans from his protg, Marcel (Charles Michael Davis), who has become the new king in Klauss absence. Marcel has succeeded in silencing the witches, corralling the werewolves, caging the humans, and has turned the town into vampire central. Klaus, believing himself to be superior to everyone else since he is a vampirewerewolf hybrid and an Original, is furious and will stop at nothing to dethrone Marcel and take all the glory for himself. For those who have followed TVD since Klauss debut, it is never a good thing when Klaus begins scheming. Blood will inevitably be shed, lives will be lost, and tantrums thrown when he does not get his way. When everything goes down, it will be up to the rest of the Original family, Elijah and Rebekah (recurring TVD guest stars Daniel Gillies and Claire Holt), to make sure Klaus does not cause too much damage. Those who are interested in The Vampire Diaries will definitely want to watch the spin-off, The Originals. Even though Klaus and the Originals are technically the enemy, you cannot help but fall prey to their charms and their story. Also, anything that comes from TVD writer Julie Plec is bound to be spectacular. Not excited yet? Well, fans can also look forward to possible Klaus love interests. First, there is Haley (recurring TVD guest star Phoebe Tonkin), a werewolf and a familiar face from The Vampire Diaries; and Camille (Leah Pipes), a human. The fact that Klaus would be drawn to a human in any way, besides as a snack, is interesting enough. Nevertheless, curious to see what happens between Klaus and these lovely ladies? Eager to uncover chapters in the Original tale you never before encountered?

Megan Dicus 15 Style Editor A definite advantage of being at Chestnut Hill College is the close proximity to Center City Philadelphia. Hop on the shuttle to the Chestnut Hill West line, and you will arrive in the city within a half hour. To welcome fall, a great city tradition in its 10th year is Restaurant Week, which runs from Sept. 15 through the 20 and the 22 to the 27. There are over 100 of the citys finest restaurants included, offering diverse three and four course prix fixe menus. Both weeks promise to offer delicious food for the budget-conscience student, plus this gives you a great excuse to try one of the better restaurants in the city. Some

restaurants will also offer special Saturday menus. Three-course lunches are offered for $20 per person, while three to four-course dinners are $35 per person. The participating restaurants are located in the Old City, Rittenhouse Square, and Center City East and West neighborhoods. Be aware that the above prices do not include tax and gratuity. Since this is a very popular time to eat in the city, I would suggest calling ahead to make a reservation. To view the complete list or download participating restaurants, go to centercityphila.org/life/Restau rantWeek. I would love to hear your feedback if you go into the city and have a great meal. Please contact me at DicusM@chc.edu. Bon Appetite!

Experiencing Mt. Airy Through Restaurant Dinning

Jasmine Bowens 14 Contributing Writer Besides discovering new restaurants (eating is one of my specialties), I like to explore new neighborhoods and parts of Philadelphia I have never visited. Recently, I discovered Mt. Airy. Mount Airy is a hop away from Chestnut Hill College and is the next neighborhood beyond Chestnut Hill. Like Chestnut Hill, Mt. Airy offers many shopping and restaurant experiences along Germantown Avenue, with many options to choose from. I decided to try a restaurant called Calypso located at 7122 Germantown Ave., specializing in Trinidadian cuisine. This restaurant is relatively new to the area. I am not familiar with food from Trinidad so I decided to try something simple: the honey garlic calypso wings and coconut crme spinach. Although not the healthiest option I could have chosen, it was really good. They have a vegetarian menu as well. The restaurant was cozy, the prices were reasonable, and this is a great place to try something different. While riding the 23 bus through Mt. Airy, I noticed a restaurant called Earth Bread + Brewery, located at 7136 Germantown Ave. They offer a brunch menu on Saturday and Sunday. I decided to pick something off the brunch menu, including one of their specialties, flat breads. I ordered savory cheese grits and a small White +Black, which is flat bread with roasted garlic sauce, crispy bacon, figs, arugula, asiago and parmesan cheese. Although the pairing may have been random, it was so good. The grits were cooked just right and the flatbread was thin and all the ingredients blended together perfectly. I would definitely go back again. It is a casual environment and the staff was knowledgeable

Calypso Ph. #: 215 - 703 - 7776 Location: 7122 Germantown Ave., Mt. Airy and pleasant. One thing I am looking forward to in Mt. Airy will be the 2013 Street Fare on Sept. 19 from 6 - 10:30 p.m. The outdoor event will be located between 7000-7200 Germantown Ave. There will be many stores and restaurants participating to introduce people to the area. Go to GOMTAIRY.com for more details.

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Earth Bread + Brewery www.earthbreadbrewery.com Ph. #: 215 - 242 - 6666 Location: 7136 Germantown Ave, Mt. Airy Hours: Open 7 days a week, Mon. thru Fri. at 4:30p.m., Sat. and Sun. at Noon.

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Concert Corner: Werlins Impossible to Unthinkable

Andrea Wentzell 15 Senior Staff Writer As the long awaited companion novel to Nancy Werlins previous fantasy novel, Unthinkable shows the world after the events of Impossible (2008). Just recently released on Sept. 12, Unthinkable has been getting mixed reviews, but overall positive feedback so far. Inspired by the ballad from Great Britain called Scarborough Fair, Nancy Werlin built the plot line for Unthinkable and Impossible around the tasks described in the ballad. Tasks included creating a shirt without seams or needlework, to plow an acre of land with a rams horn, and finding said acre between salt water and sea sand. Alt-J with Lord Huron: Sept. 17, 8:00 p.m. Arctic Monkeys: Sept. 18, 7:30 p.m. DigiTour: Oct. 5, 7:30 p.m. The Naked and Famous Oct. 8, 8:00 p.m. The Glamour Kills Tour feat. Mayday Parade Oct. 18, 7:00 p.m. Minus the Bear, Oct. 26., 7:30 p.m. We Came As Romans Oct. 30 7:00 p.m. Fenella from Unthinkable is the original Scarborough girl, while Lucy from Impossible is one of her descendants. Each daughter from in the Scarborough line must complete the tasks from the song or go crazy upon their childs birth. Unthinkable is what happens after Impossible, following Fenellas story both in the past and in the current age, since she has been trapped in the faerie realm for hundreds of years since her failure. Even though I have not had a chance to read Unthinkable yet, I know from experience that Nancy Werlin is an author that keeps her audience captivated. She is known for her intense and irresistible plots, which from reading the synopsis is true for her newest release. And though I read Im-

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possible several years ago, it still is fresh in my mind. I encourage you to try out a Nancy Werlin book even if it is not Impossible or Unthinkable. I certainly will be picking up Unthinkable within the next week. If you would like to find out more visit NancyWerlin.com.

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The Naked and Famous perform during their North American Tour in 2012. The bands new album In Rolling Waves released Sept. 17. They will be performing at the Electric Factory on Oct. 8.

Activities will range from Sundaes with the Sisters, Tea with the President, Liturgies, a Service Trip to Our Mother of Sorrows and more!
Contact S. Michelle Lesher at LesherM@chc.edu or Ryan Murphy at MurphyR@chc.edu for more information.

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Pop Culture Think: Todays Definition of News

Griselle Rodriguez 14 Contributing Writer There are a few names, such as Miley Cyrus, that seem to be synonymous with what we consider news as of late. The constant reporting of celebrity stories has taken over news outlets over the years and it all began with the now infamous socialite Paris Hilton. When the world was introduced to the hotel heiress back in 2007, an entirely new concept was born; a concept that is known as celeb-reality. When gossip shows popped up in the 1990s, networks were able to draw in audiences that had particular interests in topics not covered on primetime newscasts. Styled as short documentaries, networks often featured human-interest pieces including celebrity profiles. Celebrity news stories eventually became more demanded by viewers, leading to the creation of entertainment news shows like Access Hollywood and Entertainment Tonight. Susan Magee, MFA, assistant professor of communications, asserts that news magazine shows opened the gates for celebrity journalism and broadened the definition of what is considered news. The news division was never supposed to make money, she says. However, news magazine shows, like 60 Minutes, which often featured celebrities along with more serious news, became hugely popular, drew large audiences and the ad revenue started rolling in. Then came cable television with a 24/7 news cycle and new programming niches to fill, and our societal definition of news was permanently changed. Now with the Internet, that definition of news keeps getting broader and more celebrity and opinion oriented. Celebrity culture thus became more relevant with consumers indulging in their guilty pleasures. Entertainment tabloids featured more gossip stories, playing into the natural desire to see, read, and hear the maladies of celebrities. The term used for this is known as schadenfreude, which means to get joy out of the failures of others. Celebs are held on such a high pedestal and regarded as perfect, that we are almost inclined to want to celebrate when they make human mistakes. Not only do we feel better that they are not as im@lenadunham: To whoever has my old phone number: I truly hope youre enjoying those texts from that guy I met at that thing. maculate as they seem, but that sometimes their problems are as bad, or worse, than ours. Ileana Garcia, an assistant to city councilman David Oh, says because of the rise of celebrity news, the competition for national news to keep up interest grew. I think what has happened is that the real news has to keep up with what people are seeking out more, she said. It seems like they exaggerate how they present a real news story; almost like they want it to grab your attention more based on how they grab you, but not why the story is actually important. It goes without saying that some of us are aware of Miley Cyrus performance at this years MTV Video Music Awards in August, whether actively or by accident. Cyrus risqu performance raised eyebrows and got people talking, so much so that it was on the front page of almost every national and local news publication. Karen Getzen, Ph.D., assistant professor of English, admits that she only became aware of the story when she picked up the Philadelphia Inquirer. I saw the story emblazoned on the front [of the Inquirer] and on @kellyoxford: Man in a 400k car just blew me a kiss on Sunset Blvd and thats probably the closest Ill ever get to being a princess.

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ABC national news, so I wanted to see what made it so relevant, she says. Even though I dont really think celebrity news is important enough to garner front page headlines, I can see why there is a demand for it and that is because it plays into current youth culture. How should we determine what is news and what is not? That is entirely up to the reader, but what we choose to seek out contributes to what we deem as important. Reading an entertainment story or the gossip section of the paper does not necessarily mean that you are completely oblivious to real world issues. Instead, it solidifies that we often seek out stories that can distract us from it. Reality television shows @julieklausner: Reality Check, Please! will be my new TV show and I will play a waitress keeping it real.

have also played into quenching our thirst for knowing about celebrity life and have made the desire to know about them stronger. Because they have made themselves more accessible, it makes us feel as though we have more of a right to be involved. And just like the song to which Cyrus performance was set, celebrities such as herself have blurred the lines of reality and have people questioning, what exactly constitutes as the definition of fame? It also brings one to ponder the obvious: Should Miley Cyrus performances be covered by the same news sources that cover the worlds hard-hitting news? @robdelaney: You do not WALTZ in front of my car when I LET you cross the street. You RUN across & send me a NOTARIZED thank you letter.

Tweets of the Month

For Now I Am Winter

Kyle Mick 15 Staff Writer In an age of manufactured mega-pop hits, dumbed-down lyrics with as much substance as a dull crayon, and gimmicky costume-filled live performances that become the highlight of everyones Twitter feed, it is hard to see a future where creative, and passionate musicians get the recognition they deserve in the music industry. While the blight of poorly crafted pop music seems to never end, a glimmer of hope has emerged from the misty shores of Iceland. A soft spoken, humble musician, with an unbound creativity and musical passion that is conveyed in the massive emotional music he creates. His name is Olafur Arnalds. Mostly an unknown name in the United States, this Icelandic born metal drummer turned innovative classical composer, has taken Europe by storm with an ingenious mix of sweeping melodic classical compositions, and computer processed effects that feel surprisingly mature compared to other musical groups, such as Daft Punk or DeadMau5. In his third studio album titled, For Now I Am Winter, Olafur Arnalds takes us on a journey of musical experimentation and memorable classical melodies that are filled with sweeping violins, melancholy cellos, and the sound of Arnalds cryptic piano lingering in the background. While every track fits perfectly together like a well-constructed puzzle, what feels out of place on this album is the singing done by Arnor Dan. While his voice sounds amazing, the bland lyrics that he sings detracts from the musical compositions that Olafur Arnalds painstakingly put together. Though this is a minor complaint, it is enough to make you hit skip every once in a while. If you have never listened to classical music before or have listened to it your entire life, Olafur Arnalds, For Now I Am Winter, is definitely a great introduction into the classical genre.

Key Tracks: Brim For Now I Am

Winter This Place Was A Shelter

With innovative music Olafur Arnalds, has taken Europe by storm. Above the cover for his newly released album For Now I Am Winter, and below covers for his albums Eulogy for Evolution, ...and They Have Escaped The Weight of Darkness, and Living Room Songs

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Pictured is a clip from Arnalds music video Old Skin a track off of For now I am Winter.

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Stylizing CHC Dorms, the Clashing and the Cozy

Nicole Carney 16 Contributing Writer It is your home away from home, your sanctuary, and a place you find yourself spending a lot of time. You sleep here, have friends over, and maybe occasionally study within its walls. A dorm room is an important part of many students college experience and can be a true reflection of who they are. Megan Welch 16 and Jessica Perham 16, residents of Sugarloaf, each described their room in three words. Perham used the adjectives mismatched, colorful, and reflective while Welch said bright, cozy, and peaceful. Back on campus, Justin McMahon 15 described his sixperson suite in Fitzsimmons to be scary, fun, and messy. Each dorm room portrays an image and has character, which depends on what you decide to put in it or how you decorate it. Welch and Perham together created a unique environment with Perhams Eminem poster and Welchs scarves brightening up the room. McMahons and his roommates have a much simpler way of living, similar to the stereotypical rooms of men in college movies. The bare essentials stacked up in the rooms, but not always in the most organized fashion. When asked if they had a theme to their room, Brittany McDonough 16 and Olivia Gorczynski 15 said they went for bohemian and that they accomplished. The room features

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The Sugarloaf room of Megan Welch 16 and Jessica Perham 16, a cozy clash of colors. colorful bedspreads, tapestries hanging in the corner of their rooms, paper fans adorning their walls, and twinkle lights to add that extra accent. The ladies most certainly knocked it out of the park with their theme. Their favorite part of their room is their vanity. Over the mirror they strung lights and as McDonough puts it, They are the focal point of the room and when they are on the atmosphere is soothing. Upperclassmen may think back to the days in Fontbonne, an experience that freshmen Andrew Hildebrand (In proofs the D on Hildebrand got left off) 17 and Scott McGrath 17 are living right now. Their door is often left open, as are many in this residence hall, which creates a tight-knit living community. The fact that they know everyone is their favorite part. If you walk into their room the first thing you would see is their nice television where they, and their teammates, can watch sports, movies, and play video games, of course, only when they are not studying. Christina Roach 15 resides in the Lincoln Woods Apartments across from the school and she could not be happier with her living situation. The fact that she has a kitchen and a laundry room at her disposal is definitely a benefit, but that is not even her favorite part. Roach said, My two favorite things about my apartment are the fireplace and the deck. We are not allowed to use the fireplace but it makes it homier. Our deck has a nice view because it overlooks the golf course. No matter where you live it is up to you to make it your own. Each residence hall has its benefits and its downfalls, but in the end it is home for this year.

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A bohemian theme adorns the Fitzsimmons room of Brittany McDonough 16 and Olivia Gorczynski 15.

Fall for the Arts Festival

Sunday, Oct. 6, 11a.m. to 5p.m.
Between Willow Grove and Rex Avenues
(Raindate Sunday Oct. 13th)
Each year Chestnut Hill welcomes Autumn with its transformed into an outdoor arts and crafts marketplace. Serving as a backdrop for more than 150 talented artists from throughout the Mid-Atlantic region and from as far away as New Mexico. A fabulous array of artistic choices will be on display including oils, watercolors, etchings, photography, sculpture, pottery, wood crafts, jewelry and accessories but thats not all! Live music, sidewalk cafes and a rock climbing wall too.

16 East Highland Ave. www.chestnuthillpa.com

Harry Potter Festival

Friday, Oct. 18 thru Saturday Oct. 19
The Shops of Chestnut Hill
Once a year Chestnut Hill transitions into the wonderful and magical world of Harry Potter. This years activities will range from themed shops, a Sorting Hat event, Defense Against the Dark Arts classes, to the annual Quidditch Tournament held at Chestnut Hill College.

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The Many Wars in Syria

Nicholas kowalski 16 contributing writer In the spring of 2011, the people of Syria began a series of popular demonstrations in order to voice their objection to the inhumane, despotic rule of President Bashar al-Assad. These protests developed into a national movement after a month, and the increase in popularity of the movements motivated the regime to order its military to violently suppress the civil uprising, which caused a large number of civilian deaths. This incident provoked a popular armed rebellion against the Assad Regime. In the beginning of the Syrian Civil War, the rebels were advancing toward their goal of toppling the autocratic government. However, Assads allies, Hezbollah, an extremist Shia Islamic militant group based in Lebanon, and Iran, intervened in the civil war, aiding the pro-government forces. To counter this effect, the Sunni-based extremist group, Al-Qaeda, began to aid the rebel forces, as a majority of the Syrian population are Sunni. The Assad Regime has committed internationally recognized humanitarian crimes and these atrocities have augmented during the war. This proliferation has led to an influx of Syrian refugees in the bordering territories of Jordan and Israel (American allies in the region). This influx has placed a severe burden on these countries. Jordan and Israel have asked for U.S. intervention in the Syrian Civil War for some time, hoping the U.S. could tip the war in favor of the rebels. President Barack Obama has sympathized with the Syrian peoples plight and has voiced concerns about the regime, but he is reluctant to intervene in another war in the Middle East. However, in August 2012, the president stated that chemical weapons used in Syria would prompt U.S. intervention. A year after this red line address, the United Nations sent a convoy of scientists to investigate chemical weapons use in Syria. A few days after their arrival, a rocket carrying an internationally outlawed chemical weapon, sarin gas, landed in a rebel stronghold near Damascus, indiscriminately killing roughly 1,400 civilians. The United States, the United Kingdom, France, Jordan, and Israel believe the Assad Regime is responsible for the attack. On the other hand, Assad and his allies, including Russia, blame the AlQaeda wing of the Syrian rebels for the chemical weapons attack. They believe the rebels carried out the attack in order to gain international support. In light of Augusts chemical weapons attack, President Obama has planned to stage a limited military strike against Assad in retaliation for breaking international law. To his chagrin, the U.N. Security Council will not support intervention due to Russias veto power. Therefore, at Congresss suggestion, President Obama decided to seek authorization to use a limited military strike against the Assad regime. Obama has been rallying bipartisan support from Congress, and has gained support from Republican leaders such as Sens. John McCain and Mitch McConnell and Reps. John Boehner and Eric Cantor. In addition, Obama has gained support from members of the international community, such as Britain, France, Turkey, Japan and a few others at the G-20 summit in Russia. President Obama, however, has failed to alter the opinions of President Putin of Russia. Putin, like Iran and Hezbollah, supports the Assad Regime and concludes that the rebels were responsible for the attack. In addition, a Syrian woman voiced concern on NPR that

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the problem of parking

jessica perham 16 contributing writer Everyone is well aware of the recent changes in the parking permit prices. But are they necessarily informed? Over this past summer, the price for a parking permit increased from zero to $140. Although this seems like a high price, it is considerably fair when compared with other colleges and universities. As a sophomore here at Chestnut Hill, I cannot relate to having to pay for a parking permit, but I do have a very strong opinion about the whole ordeal. I believe that the parking permit is a good idea and has a fair set price. However, judging from what is being said, I feel as though the parking policy is not being strictly enforced. It is obvious that there are tons of cars on campus that technically shouldnt be there, but nothing is being done about it. Many students argue that if they arent going to get in trouble, why pay the $140? By enforcing the policy and giving out tickets to those who dont belong in the parking lot, the school would receive a better reputation for how the parking issues are handled. More students would be willing to pay the price because they do not want to rack up tickets that will eventually cost more than it would to buy a permit in the first place. Additionally, I understand that parking is limited, but I believe that the requirements to have a car on campus should be broadened. By their first year of college, many students have jobs off campus that they need to get to in order to stay in college. I feel the present requirements for having a car on campus are ridiculous. Overall, if a student can provide a legitimate pay stub from his or her job, it should be a reason for him or her to have a car on campus. If some of these things were changed, parking permit prices would be looked at in a more positive light , instead of as just another bill to pay. These changes would benefit both the school and the students. Students that actually pay for permits can have guaranteed parking because those without permits would be penalized for not paying. Also, it would make it easier on working students who apply and pay for the permit. Not only can they feel relieved that they can get to and from work in a timely fashion, they wont have to worry about the hustle and bustle of city transportation, which isnt always 100 percent reliable.

several Syrians believe the rebels staged the attack to gain international support and do not want U.S. intervention. In a Senate hearing, Secretary of State John Kerry and Sen. Rand Paul represented the sides of intervention and nonintervention, respectively. Paul believes the U.S. should not intervene because there is no way of knowing whether a strike would deter or prompt future attacks. Kerry disagrees, saying, If the United States of America doesnt hold him [Assad] accountable on this its a guarantee Assad will do it again. Also, the White House believes that no strike on Syria would send the message to Iran that the U.S. is taking a laissez-faire approach to foreign policy, allowing Iran to continue its nuclear development. This is the crisis in Syria. A war that began as a popular movement to overthrow a despotic government has emerged as a proxy battlefield for the political wars of Russia and the West, the religious wars of the Sunni and Shia, and the diplomatic wars of Iran and the United States. In addition, someone has used chemical weapons on a civilian target, killing children and other noncombatants. The president, many members of Congress, and allies of the United States are assured that Assad is responsible for the chemical weapons attack. However, Iran, Hezbollah, Russia and several Syrians believe the rebels are responsible. Can the U.S. justify a potential proxy war and more civilian deaths on Syrian soil because it has evidence that Assad used chemical weapons on his people? Or, can the U.S. sit in its armchair preaching isolationism while a government continues to disrespect the humanity of its people? Or, is this new diplomatic option of removing chemical weapons sufficient?

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It is with great pride and enthusiasm that for another year, we continue to celebrate the publication of Chestnut Hills free student-run newspaper, The Griffin. Written by the students, for the students, the staff of the paper have always pushed it forward, confronting controversy head-on and possessing a fearless desire for getting to the truth. While The Griffin has already made incredible strides in my four years here, we are pleased to announce one more. For the first time, in 2013, all seven issues of The Griffin will be printed in 12 pages and in full color. It is truly an accomplishment we as an organization never could have achieved without the unwavering support of the entire CHC community. So on behalf of my staff, we thank you. Never willing to accept complacency, the passionate and dedicated staff of The Griffin is excited to announce that after years of print, we are finally going digital as well! Having grown in staff, The Griffin is committed to producing quality content both for print and online. We live in the digital age and it is only fitting that together, we have made this great step toward the future. I invite all of you to check out thechcgriffin.com and to help us usher in this newest chapter of The Griffin. Our mission, whether in print or online, remains the same. As young student journalists, The Griffin continues to strive for professionalism, integrity and respect both in how we communicate with one another and in how we share the news. We are so much more than just a newspaper and it has always been our goal to represent ourselves as such. On a closing note, I can promise you that as long as there is news to report, The Griffin will report it. Sincerely, Marilee Gallagher 13 Editor-in-Chief

Letter from the Editor

a stand on taking stands

megan welch 16 opinion editor Every year, the school welcomes back a happy student body filled with enough leftover summer optimism to cushion the blow of the first few weeks of the semester. But now, three weeks in, reality has set in. Classes are harder than we originally anticipated, were starting to miss home-cooked food, and the eternal question of what do I do on weekends? is starting to be asked. In other words, weve reached the time of year when students are starting to complain about courses, professors, food, residence life, athletics, activities virtually everything. And while I can identify with many of these complaints, it is endlessly frustrating to hear the same things time and time again and see no one try to do anything about it. I have to wonder why this lack of action is such a problem in the first place. In part, it is because we assume that someone else is going to take the lead and make the changes we want to see. If multiple people are complaining about the same thing, it just seems natural for one of them to decide to do something about it. But I think its obvious that if we all have this mindset, nothing is going to get done. This lack of action is also perpetuated by the idea that students do not have any real say in what happens on campus. To an extent, this is true. There is only so much we can do in the short time that we are CHC students, and there are some efforts that are going to fail no matter how we pursue them. But to assume that this is the case for everything would be ridiculous. So what is the real problem? I think our inaction can be boiled down to sheer laziness and fear of failure. No one wants to put too many hours of their time and energy into tackling a long-term project, especially when it might never even yield the results they wanted. Also, no one wants to deal with the criticism and backlash that could come from speaking their minds if their opinion is unpopular. It is simply easier to complain to our friends about what is bothering us than to take action and try to fix the problem. But I have never understood why people think whining to their friends is going to help them. In all honesty, friends really dont care too much about the fact that your showers only temperature settings are miserably cold and miserably hot, or that the couch in your common room has an unidentifiable stain on it from whoever lived there last year. But there are plenty of people whose job it is to care -- your RA, Residence Life staff and maintenance, to name a few. And all of those people are the ones who are going to be able to actually do something about your problem. We constantly make change seem so much more difficult to achieve than it actually is. It doesnt have to take too much time or effort to see results. Change could easily be accomplished by taking complaints to someone who is getting paid to listen and serve. Recently, several students were displeased with some of the things that they felt had been happening in the cafeteria. However, instead of just complaining to their friends, they utilized the feedback section of CHCs dining services website. Within days, each of them received a personal email response from the new catering director with an explanation of what action was underway to correct the problem or address the issue. While it is too soon to tell whether or not changes will be made as a result of their complaints, the fact that someone in a position to make changes took the time to consider each of their responses says enough in itself. It shows that if we are unhappy with something, those who can actually do something about the problem are going to listen. And maybe by bringing our thoughts to people who have to help, like departments, professors, or student representatives, we can get the changes we want without the endless complaining.

The Other Side of PEDs

alex omoniyi 16 staff writer Performance Enhancing Drug (PED) use in sports, whether it is in Major League Baseball, The National Football League, or The National Basketball Association, were never intended to coexist. The term sports was created with the foundation of pushing natural human talent to the edge. Pure hard work and dedication were the intangibles necessary in order to play at a world elite level. In the beginning of its creation, dating back all the way to the Roman Empire, this idea was feasible in the sense that the challenges sports had to offer brought out the best in men. Soldiers and warriors alike came to a common understanding that fighting to the death in most cases was an honor. Times have obviously changed since then, and sports today have much more than honor to offer. It has become a multi-billion dollar business, not only in America but around the world. Studies have shown that next to religion, sports are a close second in influence and worship. In a symbolic way, stadiums are cathedrals, the commentators are an avenue into the gospel that is sports, and the actual players themselves are the gods being worshipped. People cry, clap, and dedicate their lives to these players and teams they have an affiliation towards. I mention these important facts to reiterate the sheer magnitude of sports essence has on this planet. It is undebatable that the world would be a completely different place without it. If you are a sports fanatic, you have heard of the recent troubles occurring in Major League Baseball. Even big names like Alex Rodriguez are being heavily prosecuted by the league and its players about the use of PEDs. Granted, any fan or player is going to have a negative perspective when he or she hears the words cheat and drug in the same sentence. The very use of PEDs diminishes the meaning of the fair competition inherently given in sports. It creates new levels of difficulty in human performance the world has never seen before. Im not here to defend PED use, but looking at the diversity in sports and in the world, you would be closeminded at best not to look at the problem from the perspective of the actual offenders. According to Business Insiders, the diversity of baseball players as of 2012 stands at 60 percent White, 29 percent Hispanic, 8 percent Black, and 3 percent Asian. Looking at those statistics, you cannot see where those individuals originate from. What are their backgrounds, their heritages etc.? Using Hispanics as an example, much of that demographic comes from Cuba, the areas of poverty to be exact. The children in Cuba somehow thrive in these ghettos just playing baseball. Baseball isnt a choice for most of these kids, its their life. For one moment, put yourself in the shoes of these kids and imagine that life. You have natural talent, drive, and the opportunity to escape your reality, which is lower than lower class (by American standards). You make it to America based on your skills as a baseball player. Thats it. You can barely speak English, and your job is as follows: PLAY BALL. This is your only ticket to a better life, as well as your ticket out if you dont meet expectations. The pressure can be overwhelming if you dont have the mental capacity to handle it all. What would you do to secure your future? Scratch that, not only your future, but your familys future? You reach your peak as an athlete and its not enough, what option do you have in order to keep that dream alive? The answer, for some, has become PEDs, and the train has been wrecking ever since. Again, I am neutral to their use as a solution to a problem. It does much more harm than good in most circumstances. Media outlets and fans everywhere have been clamoring for the removal of the drug, saying it destroys the integrity of the game. I agree with that statement 100 percent, but the integrity we speak of does not do much for that kid growing up in Cuba does it?

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Transition to Div. II
Adele Giangiulio 16 Sports Editor A college freshman goes through many transitions, ranging from living on their own or with a complete stranger to a heavier academic workload. College students have all been through it; a nightmare of a roommate or three weeks worth of work with the due date quickly approaching, and in the worst cases, both. These transitions are enough to stress many and send a few running back home. Now throw a fulltime job into that and you have a Division II athlete. In Division II, we train and play volleyball like its a full time job, says Emily Drew, freshman Volleyball player from Hunterdon Central Regional High School. Typically if we aren't in the classroom, we are training. From playing at the high school level of any sport to playing in college is a huge transition that is rarely acknowledged but deserves it. The intensity of training at college is much higher and taken more seriously than it was in high school, says Matt McLeod, freshman Soccer player from Washington Township High School. The biggest difference from high school to college is the physical and rate of play. The schedule of a Division II athlete alone is a huge jump from the schedule of a high school athlete. I was used to only have one practice a day, and working out on my own every other day, says Drew. With only Sunday as a recovery day these athletes are conditioning, practicing and competing with enough intensity to make you tired just reading about it. At CHC, not only do I have two hour practices each day, but I also have to fit in an hour conditioning workout during the day on my own, says Drew. Practice is always high intensity, unless there is a game the next day, then it is a lighter session, adds McLeod. This is not even including the games they play, which can be hours away. Between conditioning, practices, and games, these athletes commit a tremendous amount of time to their team, all while balancing a college academic workload. Its all about planning your time wisely and getting your work done as soon as you can, because soccer takes up a majority of my college time, says McLeod. I am prepared for the fact that during the week I won't really have free-time and I will have limited free-time on the weekends, adds Drew. If I have an hour in between classes I am spending that time getting a few homework problems completed. While freshmen put in just as much work as anyone else on the team, they do not always get as much playing time, but nevertheless they continue to work hard for the benefit of their team. Our team has great potential and I just hope to be apart of a great season, says McLeod. I want to represent my school and team well by helping my team win and go to the NCAA tournament, says Drew. No matter how much hard work and time they must commit to their team there is always an aspect of it that makes them enjoy it. I love the family feel of being on the CHC volleyball team, says Drew. My team is filled with a lot of great players that all get pushed by one another to become better each training session, says McLeod. Everyone here is to win and thats the bottom line.

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CHC Reaction to Major PEDs

Tiffany Urea 16 Sports Editor these professionals are influencing their viewers on a daily basis. Young players look up to these athletes, and if these kids learn that their favorite players are cheating in order to win, what is that teaching them? Chestnut Hill College senior Desmond Lites, an outfielder on the Griffins baseball team, believes that the sport has taken a big hit because of steroid use. Its really just frustrating because you have that stigma now that anything you do that exceeds anyones expectations will be questioned and theres always questions arising whether someones taking steroids, Lites said. Its really taking away from the game. Not only are issues arising concerning the respectability of baseball, but awards given to players are also getting tainted. There are many different opinions concerning what should be done to players like Ryan Braun, who received a major honor in 2011, but admitted to taking performance enhancing drugs. Taylor Steen, a junior on the Griffins baseball team, thinks that choosing whether or not a player should keep his award is a difficult choice. Baseball is a very tough sport to play. When a player fails seven out of ten times and are considered great, it just goes to show that in baseball a player will fail a lot more than they will succeed, Steen said. Players shouldnt be stripped of their accomplishments; they should just go down in history with an asterisk, so that people know that they did not do it naturally. The bottom line is that we are living in a world where cheating in sports is almost inevitable. If Major League Baseball accepts that fact, they could move forward in attempting to tackle a situation that threatens to tarnish the game that so many American love. Go to page 10 for an Opinion piece on PEDs.

Baseball--it has been Americas pastime for decades, but for the past few years, the sport has taken a big hit. Major League Baseball has been tainted by the use of steroids and many other kinds of performance enhancing drugs (PEDs). On Aug. 5, there was another storm of athletes accused of cheating their sport. Three time Most Valuable Player (MVP) Alex Rodriguez, 2011 National League MVP Ryan Braun, and Texas Rangers Nelson Cruz are just a few of the names released in the list of players that were part of the year-long investigation into their ties to the South Florida anti-aging clinic, Biogenesis of America. In total, 13 players were suspended, some for the rest of the season, others for much more. But this is not the issue. Just like in any sport that is viewed by millions of people,

The Ups and Downs of Philly Sports

Joseph Golding 17 Contributing Writer

Phillies
There is not much to say about the Phillies season except that it has been a major disappointment. Although it's very difficult to compete within a division with the powerhouse Atlanta Braves and Washington Nationals, this team should have done better than fourth place in early September. Let us start off with positives: as always, Chase Utley stayed relatively healthy and consistent throughout this season. Domonic Brown finally emerged from top prospect to a middle of the lineup power hitter. Cliff Lee has been fantastic and Cole Hamels has pitched better than what his numbers indicate. Darin Ruf has been a pleasant surprise, providing some power in a limited role. However, the positives end there. Jimmy Rollins looks more and more like a mediocre player every day. Roy Halladay

Eagles
With the first snap not yet to be taken, the Philadelphia Eagles are already at war, but not as you might think. Just a couple days before their Monday night opener in the nation's capital, wide receiver Riley Cooper and cornerback Cary Williams had a brief altercation that ended with fellow teammates and coaches having to separate the two. However, it did not end there. The fiery cornerback continued jawing at his offensive counterpoint before being led away by quarterback Michael Vick. This quarrel most likely started as a result of Cooper's comments in a video where he was caught using a racial slur. Williams told USA Today Sports that healing the broken trust will take time. For the Eagles sake, hopefully that time is before Monday night. They will need their team to be focused in order to claim their first division title since 2010, in a tenacious NFC East Division, after a disappointing 4-12 campaign last season.

cannot stay healthy for a full season, and it makes you wonder if all of those surgeries are going to affect his career. The Delmon Young signing was a disaster. Charlie Manuel, their manager since 2005, was fired in mid-August. To top it all off, they have one of the worst contracts in baseball with Ryan Howard, still owing him around $75 million over the next three years. Those are just a few of the many mistakes that Ruben Amaro, Jr. has made in the last couple of years. Before they make any plans for the future, the first priority should be that Amaro Jr. should not be a part of it. The rosters have expanded and, hopefully, they see call ups with bright futures, such as Adam Morgan and Jesse Biddle. This season was a lost effort and Phillies fans should just start saying "better luck next year."

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Tennis: Looking for a Repeat CACC Championship

Chelsea Maguire 15 staff Writer With a new season upon them, Chestnut Hills Womens Tennis team hopes to make it to the top. Training almost 10 hours a week in the off season and 20 in season, the women are working hard to succeed. The team is coming back from last years campaign hoping to return to the Central Atlantic Collegiate Conference (CACC) Championships where they would face other Division II rivals, such as Caldwell College, Philadelphia University, and Georgian Court University. The team hopes to advance again to the NCAA Division II Championship Tournament where their season came to an end in April last year, losing to the New York Institute of Technology. Stepping up this season as captain is Kelly Dennis 14. According to griffinathletics.com, she is the only active team member of the 100-win club and was the Intercollegiate Tennis Association (ITA) East Regions number 13 individual competitor. Other key returning players include Morgan Oeschele 15 and sophomore Iman Williams-Mulesa 16, both of whom had great success last year. Oeschele teamed up with Dennis in number two doubles and the duo ranked as the ITA East Regions number seven doubles team. On her own, Oeschele was 18-8 overall. Williams-Mulesa also showed individual success, earning back-toback CAAC Rookie of the Week Awards in September, and playing to a 14-4 individual record. Rejoining the team this year are a host of other players, such as Olivia Stevenson 14, Alexis Puhl 15, Hayley Craskey 16 and Axe Owens 16. Also making their first appearances on the team roster this month are Charlotte Dawson 15 and Marie Deleval 17. Albert Stroble returns as head coach of the Womens Tennis team this year, entering his sixth season and his tenth year. When asked about his projections for the upcoming season, Stroble said, We have a lot of good players this season, I feel good about our potential. Stroble feels that they can exceed what they did last year. Stroble also said that he expects the girls to work hard and win the Conference Championship. Its hard to expect anything with competitive things, but with commitment and hard work we can do it. Stroble said, Our goals are very difficult, but we can do it if we put ourselves in a good position. The team hopes to not only make it to the championships, but to succeed academically as well. Last year the tem had the highest GPA out of any of the Griffins athletic teams. Five of their members, Oeschele and Williams-Mulesa among them, received the honor of being named ITA Scholar-Athletes, as the team gained its third straight ITA AllAcademic Team award. The team served the opening volley of their season on Tuesday, Sept. 10, against one of their CAAC rivals, Georgian Court University. With the impressive statistics from the previous seasons, talented players, a positive outlook, and good guidance, the tennis team shows exciting potential and a great chance for success this season.

Sports
Positive Outlook for Mens Soccer Season
Tiffany Urea 16 Sports Editor As Chestnut Hill College students prepare for a new academic year, the Mens Soccer team is ready for a season of transformation with a fresh roster. Although Head Coach Keith Cappo lost some valuable players due to graduation, he has multiple players coming back ready for another season. Furthermore, the Griffins are bringing in 2013 with ten new athletes to add to their already powerful roster. Among the new Griffins is junior midfielder Nicholas Jaffe, who believes that the team is prepared after working hard during the offseason. Everything changed after this summer, Jaffe said. All the players made sacrifices and put work in during the summer without the coach. In the Griffins season opener against the Mercy College Mavericks, the team proved how physical they expect to be this season. For most of the game they were the aggressors against the Mavericks. However, after multiple attempts to score, the Griffins played for 90 minutes without a goal and the Mavericks took the first game of the season, 1-0. After this loss, the men played their season opener in the same aggression role and were able to secure a 1-0 victory early on in the game. Last season, the men went on a six game losing streak and want to avoid letting that happen again. This season we just need to trust each other and we cant put players down, Jaffe said. We need to have a strong work ethic and a positive attitude at all times. Not only are the players hopeful for a successful season, but Coach Cappo also has high expectations. "I feel very confident in our chances of having a successful campaign," Cappo said. The players are also looking forward to a season that can have the potential to be truly triumphant. In order to make it to the playoffs we only have to be a top eight team and we can definitely do that, Jaffe said. As long as we win as much as possible, this will be a great season. In the four years that Cappo has been head coach, the Griffins earned 75 percent of their wins at home and hope to continue that trend in order to return to the Central Atlantic Collegiate Conference postseason.

XC Preview: Our New Runners

Adele Giangiulio 16 Sports Editor Starting fresh; the cross country team begins their 2013 season with high hopes and greater intensity. With the addition of the track and field team, the cross country team has benefitted both mentally and physically. It has brought a lot more attention to the overall running program at Chestnut Hill and brought more people onto the team, says sophomore, Rachel Barnett. Additionally, it has really improved the overall attitude of the team because we have even more motivation to do well and really earn respect as a legitimate program. Motivation is one of the key differences between the 2012 and 2013 teams, according to Barnett. Unable to score in competitions last year due to the small size of the team, it was difficult to stay motivated. However, the team plans to begin this season with a bang. This year we are coming through with full force, says Barnett. Our main goal for the season is to earn respect as a competitive team. To achieve this goal the girls have kicked it into overdrive, practicing and competing with more motivation and intensity than ever before. We have all been truly pushing ourselves in training for this season and are sure that we will see results, says Barnett. We try to give it our all in practice every day no matter what the workout is. With the perfect combination of experience and young talent,

the team hopes to make waves in this years competitions. All of us have the potential to be great and we are working towards bringing that out for every runner, Barnett says. We are no longer just doing it for ourselves but for the team as a whole. This past weekend, the Womens Cross Country team competed in the Fordham Fiasco in New York, New York, and finished 9th overall with a total score of 267. This is just the beginning of the good things to come from the Griffins this season.

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Both the Mens and Womens Cross Country teams have gained many new additions this year, after the overall revamp of the running program at CHC.

image: Liana Florez 15

image: Elizabeth Bachmayer 16

Michael Hester 15 defends during the 9/7 game against, the team lost 1-2.

Current Record
Womens Soccer 0 - 3 - 0 Mens Soccer 1 - 2 - 1 Womens Tennis 1- 0 Volleyball 1 - 7

(Current as of 9/14)
Mens Cross Country Sam Mondello 17 ranked 19 and Eric Barton 17 ranked 37 out of 69 runners in the 5 mile. Womens Cross Country Paige Antell 17 ranked 44 out of 117 runners in the 5000.

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