THE GRIFFIN

Philadelphia, PA September 2010

The Free Student Newspaper of Chestnut Hill College

Students return from England, Spain

MARY MARZANO
‘12
________
This summer, several
Chestnut Hill College students
traveled the globe and complet-
ed study-abroad programs in
Salamanca, Spain, and London,
England.
Seniors Jessica Fisher and
Melissa Graveline spent eight
weeks at City University in Lon-
don, while seniors Jill Sanger
and Rubby Canela studied in
Salamanca, Spain at University
of Salamanca and Mester Uni-
versity, respectively.
During her time abroad,
Graveline experienced not only
England, but those of Scot-
land, Wales and France. While
in Scotland, she took a tour of
the Scottish Highlands. “Driv-
ing through the curving roads
and looking up to the tops of
mountains shrouded in clouds
made my breath catch in my
throat; I fell in love with Scot-
land,” said Graveline. Fisher
also explored beyond London,
taking trips to Amsterdam,
Netherlands, and Barcelona,
Spain. Canela, a native of the
Dominican Republic, traveled
to Madrid, Alicante, Valencia,
Segovia, Avila and Elda.
Cultural differences were
immediately apparent to the stu-
dents. Graveline recalls a USA-
England “football” match:
“Do not scream raucously for
the Americans when you are
outnumbered 15 to about 100.
You will get covered in beer,”
she quickly learned. Fisher also
observed pub culture. “It was
perfectly acceptable for people
to leave work midday for World
Cup matches and drinks,” she
said.
Sanger, who chose Sala-
manca for its pure Spanish dia-
lect, adapted a new meal sched-
ule. “Lunch is the largest meal
of the day and isn’t served un-
til 2 pm,” she said. “All stores Graveline ‘11 and Jessica Fisher ‘11 at Salisbury Cathedral Melissa Graveline ‘11
except restaurants close mid- London as an Art Capitol, assigning 20 pages to read for course explored sex, sexual-
afternoon for siesta following ity, and gender as they are con-
composed of lectures along- one class,” said Fisher.
lunch.” structed and preformed, spe-
side museum and gallery visits. In conjunction with her
The students’ academic ex- cifically in the city of London,
periences were both challenging She found her studies to be less History major and minors in
and familiar. An English Lit- challenging than courses she’s Religious and Women’s stud- “Study Abroad”
erature major and Art History taken at CHC: “A [City Univer- ies, Graveline took a course in Continued on 2
minor, Fisher took a course, sity] professor apologized for Sex, Gender, and the City. The

College Community Unites to

Support Wood Family
CORA MAHON
‘11
________
“Stay Strong Woody” is the
mantra in hearts and thoughts
of students, staff and admin-
istration as the Chestnut Hill
College community hopes for a
fellow Griffin’s recovery.
Michael Wood, a first-se-
mester senior, was in a serious
car accident on September 3 and
remains in critical condition at
Albert Einstein Hospital. Mike
is a twenty year-old Political Sci-
ence major and former member
of the men’s soccer team. The
Wood family, in order to be
with Mike, has taken off work
and left their homes to be clos-
er to him. Although the College
has offered to house the family
at Sugarloaf, they spend most
of their time with him at the
hospital. The college commu-
nity has come together to sup-
port Mike Wood and his family
through this difficult time.
His roommates and close
friends assembled a banner for
anyone to sign outside of the
cafeteria with their thoughts
and prayers. Many staff and
faculty members have offered
home-cooked meals to the fam-
ily as an alternative to hospital
cafeteria and vending machines.
Fundraising has also been initi-
ated in the form of donations
from restaurants and jewelry
auctions to help the family pay
for parking and medical ex-
penses.
The Wood family is im-
mensely appreciative of all the
support they have received
from Chestnut Hill College
and asks that we continue to
keep Mike in our prayers and
thoughts. If any community
members are able to help with
fundraising and outreach initia-
tives, please contact Campus
Ministry or Student Activities.
Through his own strength and
through the strength of the col-
lege community, there are high
hopes for Mike’s recovery.
Photo contributed by friends
and family of Michael Wood

News 2 STYLE 4 Opinion 6 Sports 8

2 The Griffin

GRIFFIN
THE

Vol. I, Issue 1
QUIDDITCH FLOURISHES, NYC WORLD CUP
CONTRIBUTED
___________
The Free Student The International Quid-
Newspaper of ditch Association (IQA) an-
Chestnut Hill College nounced its incorporation as
a non-profit organization this
summer and its plans to host
Max Kaplan ‘11 the fourth-annual Quidditch
Editor-in-Chief World Cup at New York City’s
DeWitt Clinton Park.
Jarreau Freeman ‘11 With nearly 900 teams span-
Managing Editor ning colleges and high schools
in North and South America,
Europe, Australia, and Asia,
Mary Marzano ‘12
the IQA orchestrates the rapid
News Editor
expansion of the sport inspired
by J.K. Rowling’s Harry Potter
Olivia Marcinka ‘13
series. CHC students, the first
Opinion Editor
in Philadelphia to play, adapted Max Kaplan ‘11 Above, NYC children play Quidditch at an IQA demonstration in Central
the sport in 2008; Max Kaplan, Park. Below, CHC’s Quidditch Team at the 2010 Middlebury Quidditch World Cup
Jill Sanger ‘11
the College’s commissioner, day clinic to teach area elemen-
Sports Editor
joined the IQA’s board of direc- tary and middle school students
tors in 2009. the sport in the spring.
Kyle Bachmann ‘10 Alongside the ever-ex-
Sports Editor First, though, comes the
panding league of high school highlight of many a Harry Pot-
and college teams, the IQA
Jen Jones ‘12 ter fan’s year: the Quidditch
recently found a new audience
Style Editor World Cup. The three previous
for the sport: America’s youth.
World Cups have been hosted
“We have organized successful
Bleu Lane ‘12 by Middlebury College in Mid-
youth clinics in several states
Style Editor dlebury, VT. According to Be-
across the US and beyond that
have created magical moments nepe, the goal to “expose the
Aizaz Gill ‘14 for children of all ages and in- game to a wider audience and
Online Editor spired youngsters to start their allow more teams from around
own teams,” said IQA CEO the country” warranted reloca- Max Kaplan ‘11
Westly Mandoske ‘13 and President Alex Benepe. tion to DeWitt Clinton Park in to the public. As in years past, dent Activities, will be held at
Layout Editor The IQA will raise funds Manhattan, a move in CHC’s
CHC students will have the op- the College on October 16. For
in support of children’s liter- favor.
portunity to travel to New York more information on the IQA,
Michael Bradley ‘14 acy, donating to international The Cup, to be held No- visit: internationalquidditch.org.
Assistant Layout Editor non-profits like First Book and vember 13 and 14, will see City on a coach bus to see the
Reading is Fundamental. In over 60 high school and col- matches at a discounted rate.
Susan Magee, M.F.A. conjunction, Chestnut Hill Ac- lege teams compete. Teams will Additionally, the Phila- For more information
Advisor tivities Team (CHAT) plans to compete on four fields, and ad- delphia Brotherly Love Cup, about Service Opportu-
host Camp Quidditch, a one- mission will be free and open sponsored by CHAT and Stu- nities, stop by Campus
Ministry, St. Joe’s Third

Meet Campus Ministry

The Griffin strives for ac-
curacy and fair represen-
tation in all of its publica-
tions and correctness. If an
error is found, e-mail the
issue number, the article in
which the error was found,
and the correction that
needs to be made. The re-
sulting correction will be
printed in the next edition
of The Griffin.
Make your opinion heard
by submitting letters to
the editor or contributions
to The Griffin. Submissions
become property of The
Griffin and are subject to
editing for style, clarity and
space concerns.
Interested in writing, pho-
tographing, layout or de-
sign? Fill out a short form
on our Facebook and The
Griffin will contact you.
Email The Griffin at:
the.griffin.chc@gmail.com
or visit The Griffin on Face-
book.
Floor, or contact Sr. Min-
dy Welding or Sr. Michelle
Lesher.
nities. Several retreats are in the works for
the upcoming year: Busy People Retreat,
Woman’s Retreat, and Silent Retreat. Also,
students can get involved with Rite of Chris-
tian Initiation of Adults program for those
who are interested in learning about the
Catholic faith, and the Scholars in Service
Program. Students can look forward to a
concert on the summer house lawn. This is a
time for students to come together, eat good
food, and enjoy the talent of fellow Griffins.
Mass dates and times will be posted at
the campus ministry office for those inter-
ested. On Sunday evenings, a van will go to
Caitlin Kain ‘13
Game Night at Campus Ministry brings friends, current and the 6 p.m. mass at Our Mother of Consola-
future, together. tion Parish in Germantown.
JARREAU FREEMAN all the time,” she Welding encourages students to feel free
‘11 said. “Well, we live in the real world too. We to stop by Campus Ministry and say hello.
_____________ truly want to provide a place for students to Everyone there is excited to welcome new
The Campus Ministry office, on the meet new people, engage in healthy, happy students to the college community. Students
third floor of Saint Joseph’s Hall, is a place conversation, know that a friend is around to will meet new-comer Sister Michelle Lesher,
where students can explore community comfort them in times of need”. Assistant Director of Campus Ministry and
service, discover spirituality, and meet new At Campus Ministry, students can rest student interns Sarah Doherty ’11, Elijah
people. assured that there is always something go- Goloub ’11, and Cora Mahon ’11.
“Our goal is to provide a comfortable ing on. Campus Ministry hosts many great “Campus Ministry is about relation-
place for students to discuss, share ideas, service opportunities like feeding the home- ships,” said Sr. Mindy. “We want to know
learn from one another, and seek friend- less at St. Francis Inn and volunteering at who you are. You can give as much as you
ship, comfort, and support,” said Sr. Mindy Impact Thrift Store. It is known for Open want, you can do as little as you want. All
Welding, IHM, director of Campus Minis- Mic Nights, Ladies’ Eve of Reflection, and we want you to know is that we are here
try. “You don’t have to be Catholic to come weekend retreats like SEARCH and Life for you. Come with ideas, come with your
into Campus Ministry. Some people have Choices Retreat. humor; come with whatever it is you have.
this idea that it is just about prayer and God Campus Ministry is expanding opportu- Come just as yourself. You will not regret it.”
NEWS
Clubs Recruit New Members at Fair
Above, Brandon Wiltbank ‘14 collects signups for the capricious Entertainment Club. Be-
low, Alecia Farrar ‘13, left, and Brittany Davis ‘10, right, represent the AAAS.
ABROAD STATS
Rubby Canela ‘12
International Business, Lan-
guage and Culture Major,
Spanish minor. Studied at Mes-
ter University in Salamanca,
Spain for one month. Courses:
Spanish Business and an In-
ternship. Visited Spanish cities
of Madrid, Alicante, Valencia,
Segovia, Avila, and Elda.
Jessica Fisher ‘11
English Lit. Major, Art Histo-
ry Minor. Studied at City Uni-
versity in London, England for
eight weeks. Courses: London
as an Art Capital. Visited Ox-
ford, England; Amsterdam,
the Netherlands and Barcelo-
na, Spain. Sponsored by Arca-
dia University.
Melissa Graveline ‘11
History Major, Religious and
Women’s Studies Minors.
Studied at City University in
London, England for eight
weeks. Courses: Sex, Gender,
and the City. Length of trip: 8
The Griffin
Max Kaplan ‘11
Sanger, her sister, and a friend enjoy
Salamanca’s Summer Weather
weeks. Visited: in Scotland: Edinburgh, Glen Coe and Loch Ness;
in England Canterbury, Bath, Salisbury; Cardiff, Wales and Paris,
France. Sponsored by Arcadia University
Jill Sanger ‘11
Communications Major, Spanish minor. Studied at Universidad de
Salamanca in Salamanca, Spain for one month. Courses: Spanish
Language & Grammar, Culture, History and Art. Visited Spanish
cities Segovia, Avila, Madrid and Aveiro, Portugal.
DANA CONSALVO
‘11
__________
Student Government As-
sociation hosted its annual Club
and Organization Fair on Sep-
tember 9 in the Fournier Hall
Social Room, giving students
the opportunity to sign up for
new and returning clubs and
meet new friends with similar
interests.
The room was full of inter-
ested students perusing the ta-
bles and discussing clubs’ goals
and plans.
Freshman Brandon Wilt-
bank, a communications major,
decided that instead of join-
ing an existing organization he
would start his own. He created
the Entertainment Club min-
utes before the fair began, with
hopes of gathering students
with various talents to help en-
tertain CHC. New clubs this
year include the Shakespeare
Club, an outlet for enthusiasts
to read and perform the Bard’s
works. Also new is the Show
Choir Club, whose founders
Danielle Molino and Esther
McCrea plan as a venue for stu-
dents to sing a variety of songs
focusing on different themes.
There are several inspiring
clubs whose goals are to help
those in need, including the
History Club, Knitting Club
and Students Helping Hon-
duras. Owen Ward, History
Club President, told prospec-
tive members about the annual
Greek Animal Rescue project
that the club hosts. They raise
money for the abundance of
Study abroad
Continued from 1
through literature, art, and
theatre. “The course reminded
me of Dr. Suzanne del Gizzo’s
Gender and Literature course,”
said Graveline.
In Spain, Sanger and Cane-
la took courses taught entirely
in Spanish. Sanger’s array of
courses towards her Spanish
Jill Sanger ‘11 minor included Spanish Lan-
guage and Grammar, Spanish
Culture, Spanish History, and
Spanish Art. Canela, an Inter-
national Business, Language,
and Culture major, completed
an internship while taking a
course in business.
Their time abroad offered
each student unforgettable mo-
3
abused animals in Greece. The
Knitting Club works hand-in-
hand with Knit A Square, an
organization that makes blan-
kets for children affected by
HIV/AIDS, and The Ronald
McDonald House, knitting hats
for cancer patients.
Students Helping Hondu-
ras is a long-standing national
nonprofit, but is newly con-
nected to Chestnut Hill College.
It gives students the chance to
help children and make a differ-
ence in their lives. Mike Glasner,
club representative and enthusi-
ast, said, “You get off the bus
and right away these children
are looking up at you, and you
see it in their eyes, and they’ll
grab your hand. And that’s it,
you become their best friend.”
For students looking for
cultural flair, La Voz Latina is a
popular choice. “Chestnut Hill
College has a very diverse back-
ground,” said Richard Browne,
who is a club member. “We
want to learn about what you’re
about. We want to know about
cultures other than just Span-
ish,”. The club will offer lessons
in salsa dancing and speaking
Spanish, as well as appreciation
of the Spanish culture through
food and conversation.
With nearly ten new orga-
nizations formed in the first
two weeks of school, club pros-
pects appear strong for the new
academic year. Amidst the 40
existing organizations, those
who can’t find a club of inter-
est can take Wilbank’s lead and
start their own.
ments and valuable new per-
spectives. “There is so much
more out there,” said Sanger.
“Being in Spain really opened
my eyes not only to their cul-
ture, but to life in general; it’s
not about what you have, but
the experiences you have that
make it worthwhile.”
Fisher vividly remembers
waiting in a seven-hour line to
see tennis star Andy Roddick
play on Wimbledon’s courts.
“Time seems to move imper-
ceptibly fast, but the world is
full of rich opportunities,” she
said of the trip. “Continue to
pursue and take these opportu-
nities, from your golden youth
to your old and wrinkled days!”
 Style
4 The Griffin

photobucket.com

A guide to It’s Always Sunny’s

favorite Philadelphia haunts
BLEU LANE
‘12
__________________________________________________
The Gang is back this fall for another season of It’s Always
Sunny in Philadelphia! If you haven’t tuned into the sitcom, it
follows the lives of five dysfunctional bar owners and is set in
South Philly. It was created by three guys from Philadelphia who
also star as main characters in the show. If you have tuned into
the show, then get ready for season six which premieres Thurs-
day September 16th. Dennis, Dee, Frank, Mac, and Charlie will
be back to get into more ridiculous situations while incorporat-
ing controversial issues and maintaining their self-centered and
unethical ways.
Want to experience Philadelphia as seen on the show? Take
the It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia tour created by VisitPhilly.
com. Here is a list of places the Gang frequents on the show.
maps.google.com
1. The Laff House 2. The Italian Market 3. Anthony’s Italian Coffee 4. Mac’s Tavern 5. Philadelphia Java
(221 South Street) (902 South 9th Street) House (226 Market Street, Company
In season 4, Dee attempt- The Gang frequents this (903 South 9th Street) For the 21+ crowd (518 South 4th Street)
ed to perform stand-up at this outdoor market which is lo- This coffee house is lo- Owned by the actors who While Charlie frequents
comedy club located on South cated on 9th Street and is just a cated on South 9th Street. play Mac and Dee on the show, this spot to admire his crush,
street. While Dee’s act didn’t few blocks from the ever-pop- Here, you can grab a bite to Mac’s Tavern is an appropri- you can grab a drink, check out
go very well, the Laff House is ular South Street Here, you eat or have some espresso, sit ate tour stop because the Gang work by local artists, and surf
a great place to check out local can get fresh produce, meat, at a table outside, and enjoy spends most of their time in the web using the free Wi-Fi.
and national comedy acts. It is baked goods, and flowers. the neighborhood just like the their bar, Paddy’s Pub. This Philadelphia Java Company is
a good idea to get your tickets Gang. spot can be found on Market located on 4th and South Street.
ahead of time. Street in Olde City.

Kick off the new school year with fresh, new tunes
Bleu Lane, Jen Jones
‘12 Shark In the Water by VV Brown
________________________
The
Suburbs
Cavanaugh Park by
by Something Arcade
Corporate Skinny
Fire
Love
by
Bon
altpress.com concreteloop.com Iver

September movie round-up

ew.com
mojo.com

Aziaz Gill
‘14
Machete On the run from a major drug lord, Machete
(Danny Trejo) is a former “Mexican Federale” who
September 3rd
travels city to city in search of “work”. He finds it
when Michal Benz (Jeff Fahey) puts a hit out on
McLaughlin (Robert DeNiro) the Senator who is
behind the recent push to deport illegal immigrants
back across the border. What seems like an assassina-
tion attempt turns out to be anything but that as the
executioner becomes the prey.
While it may seem like another revenge movie
this movie has the chance to be complex and con-
troversial. Currently Arizona is in the process of try-
ing to enforce one of the strongest anti-immigration
laws in the history of the U.S. and the executives be-
hind Machete’s promotion have made full use of that
as they push their movie as topical. Even if you don’t
enjoy politics, you can still expect a violent, bloody
and action packed affair when it comes to Machete.
imdb.com
The Town Jon Hamm (of Mad Men) stars as a tenacious
FBI agent trying to bring down a gang that has been
September 17th
responsible for several, dangerous robberies occur-
ring in Boston.
The aforementioned gang of four is going
through their own issues as member Doug MacRay
(Ben Affleck) falls in love with a bank manager (Re-
becca Hall) who was the victim at the gang’s most
recent heist. Along with MacRays heart, the bank
manager also possesses the key to possibly sending
the entire gang to jail. MacRay’s partner in crime,
Jem (Jeremy Rattner), realizes the risk and prepares
to eliminate the gang’s only mistake. Former friends
turn into bitter rivals as the chase begins to see who
can survive in this action-packed thriller.
Truthfully, though, this movie had me at Don
Draper (John Hamm’s character on Mad Men) fea-
tured in a heist movie.
imdb.com
 The Griffin 5

Diverse group of artists to perform in Philadelphia this fall

Bleu Lane, ‘12
_______________________
Seeing an artist or band perform live can be a great way to experience their music. Philadelphia has many venues which offer a diverse selection of con-
certs. Each of the venues are easily accessible through public transportation. Check out some of the musicians who will be in our city this fall.

amazon.com

Thursday September 16:
Wiz Khalifa will be at the Tro-
cadero Theatre. The native
Pennsylvania rapper has gained
popularity this year and has
signed with a major label. It is
an all-ages show beginning at
7:30 PM. Tickets are $18.50 in
advance.
Monday September 27:
Jason Derulo is having a 7:30
p.m. concert at the Theatre of
Living Arts. This pop star has
been all over the radio this past
year. If his infectious songs are
constantly getting stuck in your
head, this might be the show
for you. Tickets are $35.25 and
the show is all-ages.
Wednesday October 6:
Ratatat will be at the Electric
Factory. The show is at 8 p.m.
and advance tickets are $22.
This electronic music duo is
known to have psychedelic live
performances that make you
get off your feet and dance to
their contagious beats.
Thursday November 4:
Wolf Parade is having a show
at the Trocadero Theatre.
The all-ages show is at 7:30 p.m.
and tickets are $20 in advance.
The indie rock band has recent-
ly released their third album,
Expo 86, and this stop is a part
of their North American tour.
Tuesday November 9:
Mumford & Sons will be at
the Electric Factory. The
members of this British folk
band are known to switch in-
struments on stage. The show
begins at 8 p.m. and tickets are
$22 in advance.

You and I by Ingrid Michaelson

Everywhere
I go
by
Lissie
Sunshine
by
Atmosphere
blogcritics.org

Superhuman Touch by
Black Swan

altpress.com elizamagazine.com amoeba.com

..............................................................Cut Here..............................................................

Going out guide: September

September 24
LCD Soundsystem and DJs: “The Summer
of Radness Finale”
Where: The Naval Cruise Terminal
at the Philadelphia Naval Yard
When: 9 p.m.
Admission: $25
For more information, visit www.R5productions.com
Critically acclaimed DJ James Murphy, known by fans
worldwide as LCD Soundsystem, will headline R5
Productions’ Summer of Radness Finale. The show,
sponsored by Urban Outfitters, will feature a variety
of other resident DJs and is a perfect summer wrap-
up for music lovers.
September 27
Groovin’ East Live
Where: East Parlor, St. Joseph Hall, CHC
When: 7 p.m.
Admission: Free
Led by Chestnut Hill College music faculty mem-
ber Chris Kuczynski, Groovin’ East’s three mem-
bers will perform a Jazz set in the East Parlor
of St. Joseph Hall. Bring a group of friends and
support a great local trio.
All of September through November 7
Dreadful Things Happen: The Brothers
Grimm and Maurice Sendak Exhibition
Where: Rosenbach Museum & Gallery
When: Museum hours
Admission: $5 (with student ID)
For more information, visit www.rosenbach.org
In a series of drawings initially inspired by Hansel and
Gretel, this exhibitions includes a multitude of eerie
pieces of art all depicting famous fairy-tales.

6 The Griffin
Subjective Scrutiny
Diagnostic Disorder
Dilemma
OLIVIA MARCINKA
‘13
_______________
Have you ever experienced
feelings of distress? Maybe a
day when you find that inevi-
table rain cloud never leaving
its spot behind your shoulders?
If so, you‘re most likely suffer-
ing from a severe case of Major
Depressive Disorder. Well, at
least that is what qualified phy-
sicians from the Diagnostic and
Statistical Manual of Mental
Disorders (DSM)-5 task force
have decided for you.
This group of 27 physicians
has been providing revisions to
the newest edition of the DSM
for about ten years. The DSM-5
is due for publication in May of
2013. Although these revisions
are debatable, the sections in
which a physician is to diagnose
their patient by using a series of
guidelines is flawed. According
to the recent changes proposed
to the DSM-5, a patient can
be diagnosed with a very seri-
ous condition for very minimal
symptoms in exchange.
The American Psychiat-
ric Association currently has
an Internet site that offers up-
dates on the DSM-5 revisions.
This website provides the cur-
rent definition of any disorder,
the proposed definition in the
fifth edition, the rationale be-
hind their decision to make the
change, and an intensity scale
offering a linear point system to
human behavior.
Although it is blatantly
stressed that a physician is
Travis Wolfe ‘12
meant to follow DSM guide-
lines with prudence, many phy-
sicians can be quick to diagnose
without consideration. While
“textbook knowledge” may be
desired for students, one can-
not judge the mental state of
another based solely on a strict
set of qualifications. Granted
the patient may have every
symptom in the book, there
is still room for the doctor to
make realistic deductions from
what they see. This fact poses
the real argument to lay not
with the DSM-5 task force, but
the psychiatrists themselves. Dr.
John Z. Sadler, contributor to
Psychiatric Times, explains that
“the DSM is an administrative
document for tracking service
use. It’s a nosology of disease.
It’s a coded system for billing.
It is used (however lamentably)
as a textbook of psychopathol-
ogy for students and residents.
It provides diagnostic schemes
for short-and long-term clinical
trials.”
As seemingly more people
are diagnosed with mental ill-
ness, average feelings of grief
or stress are hailed as fatal
leeches preying on American
blood. A larger percentage of
the population is now turning
to chemical “solutions” to ease
their emotional struggles. This
gives an opportunity for profit
to the drug companies distrib-
uting antidepressant medica-
tion. In a study led by Mark
Olfson of the New York State
Psychiatric Institute and Co-
lumbia University, it was con-
cluded that 10% of Americans
(27 million) were using antide-
pressants in 2005. Studies had
OPINION
Welcome to The Griffin’s
September 2010 edition. By
now, you’ve noticed that the
paper you’re holding is very dif-
ferent than its predecessors: it’s
lighter, has fewer sections, and
is in your hands much earlier in
the semester than ever before.
In fact, if we’ve done our
job well, this paper will remind
you what makes print journal-
ism an art form not to soon be
forgotten. Columbia Univer-
sity’s Andie Tucher once said,
“The distinction we don’t need
newspapers because we’re get-
ting everything online is kind
of like saying we don’t need
farmers because I buy all my
food at the supermarket. It has
to come from somewhere.” In
a culture plagued by informa-
tion overload, consider The
Letter from the Editors
When The Griffin’s former
editors asked to talk to me after
class, I certainly wasn’t expect-
ing to be asked to become the
paper’s new Managing Editor.
Running The Griffin? Talk
about a major responsibility.
Was I really up for the chal-
lenge?
For the last two years I en-
joyed being on the newspaper’s
sideline. I wrote articles but
never had the task of making
sure deadlines were met and
writers had assignments. When
asked to be an editor, part of
me wanted to turn down the
job, continue to coast along,
and watch on the sidelines
while someone else took on the
arduous task.
I accepted the challenge,
but not without chai tea and
late-night chats with mom.
also shown that about half of
the 27 million Americans were
taking antidepressants for other
conditions such as back pain,
nerve pain, or fatigue.
As we continue to move to-
ward a completely sedated style
of life, we risk losing recogni-
tion of normalcy. I mean that
self-awareness of thoughts,
feelings, and actions would be
obsolete. The incredible void
of apathy would absorb any
chance of experiencing emo-
tion.
Make your opinion heard
by submitting letters to the
editor or contributions to The
Griffin.
Submissions become prop-
erty of The Griffin and are
subject to editing for style,
clarity and space concerns.
Griffin a hand-picked selection
of news that’s worth printing
from both campus and beyond.
The Internet is to news what
car horns are to music.
Building a newspaper is no
small feat, but our editors have
already proven themselves wor-
thy of the challenge: our bright,
motivated, and diverse team,
from incoming freshmen to se-
niors, compiled this issue mid-
summer between work, sports,
and studying abroad. Much like
Student Government members
are your representatives, our
editors and writers are your
voice. The Griffin is, first and
foremost, your paper. Share
your feedback with us through
letters and we’ll gladly publish
them. Give us your suggestions
and you may see them as soon
However, I am pleased that I
accepted the challenge. I have
learned that I can’t live my life
avoiding challenges. I owe it to
myself to face my fears, make
a few mistakes, and see where
I end up.
Thankfully, I am not han-
dling this big job alone. The
Griffin’s staff this year is phe-
nomenal. I have the opportu-
nity to share the responsibil-
ity with Max Kaplan, Editor
in Chief, ‘11. He has already
shown amazing leadership skills
and an enthusiasm for the pub-
lication I admire, and I am so
excited that we will be able to
work together to create a paper
I know you will thoroughly en-
joy.
The team of editors is
wonderful and have cut their
summers short to start on the
FUNFOTO
MICHAEL WENZ
‘13
________
The scenery is changing
this time of year and travel is
increasing as the college-bound
move into their home for the
next several months. Some see
this time as separation from the
familiar and on to a transient
work camp, with dread and
disappointment around every
turn. Hold on, that’s no fun,
that outlook makes me want to
be in close proximity to a natu-
ral disaster.
Others, however, view it as
a reunion with some of their
favorite vacation friends. While
these views may be different,
what we see shares a common-
as our next issue, slated to be
in your hands on October 1
and on the first of each month
thereafter.
I believe I speak on behalf
of our entire editorial team
when I say welcome, thanks
for reading, and we hope this
marks the beginning of a fan-
tastic year.
All the best,
Max Kaplan ‘11
Editor in Chief
September issue, which illus-
trates their devotion toward
creating a great paper.
The Griffin, like many
things on campus, has under-
gone some changes, but I know
that they are changes you will
love. I hope you will join us
as we continue on this voyage
toward creating a newspaper
that reflects the heart and mis-
sion of Chestnut Hill College.
I know it will be a ride we will
never forget.
Jarreau Freeman ‘11
Managing Editor
ality; the lenses we see out of.
With this in mind, wherever you
are you can always find some-
thing to spark your interest. If
school isn’t your forte, then do
what you must during the day
and then change your lens.
Think about something
tranquil or that interests you. It
doesn’t matter if you’re stuck
somewhere, you can always use
your imagination to bring you
somewhere else. And if that
doesn’t work, just go on Google
and surf the net until you find
something cool and roll with it.
No matter your location,
find a better view. Move your
camera, change your lens, fun
can be found anywhere. Wel-
come back to a new year at
Chestnut Hill.
SPORTS
The Griffin 7

JILL SANGER
‘11
_________
With World Cup hysteria
fading, more attention can be
paid to soccer teams closer to
home. A nearby Chester Coun-
United States directs the de-
fense with a 57% saving per-
centage. The remainder of the
team is rounded out by players
ranging from 19 to 31 years of
age from all over the world,
including: Congo, Venezuela,
First, it is important to know
that the name Philadelphia
Union was chosen to represent
the union of the 13 colonies,
of which Philadelphia was the
first capital. The colonies are
also the inspiration for 13 stars

Union soccer comes to Philly

Greg Carroccio/Sideline Photos

ty field boasts the Philadelphia
Union, a newly formed Men’s
Major League Soccer team rep-
resenting the historical city of
Philadelphia. Completing their
inaugural game with a loss in
March 2010, the Union is now
making steady strides in the
climax of their season with a
6-6-13 record.
French native Sebastien Le
Toux leads the offense for the
Union with nine goals and nine
assists on the season, while
goalkeeper Chris Seitz of the
Brazil, Colombia, Finland, Ar-
gentina, and, of course, the
United States. With unity,
these players bring trademark
moves from their native coun-
tries to compile the feisty Phil-
adelphia Union.
Draped in blue and gold and
showcasing a snake on their
chest, the players represent
much more than what’s seen
to the eye. Many hours of his-
torical research were applied to
each color chosen and design
contained in the Union’s logo.
at the bottom of the crest.
The rattlesnake was derived
from Benjamin Franklin’s po-
litical cartoons during the Rev-
olutionary War, representing
the danger of disunity. Navy
blue and gold were pulled
from the uniforms of soldiers
of the Continental Army and
light blue represents the civic
flag of Philadelphia. Lastly,
the logo is drawn together by a
circle, signifying unity.
The team came together out
of one common passion: to
play soccer. So, if you share Remaining Home Games
the same passion and want to
At PPL Park
support the continued growth
of soccer in the United States,
take a ride on 476 to PPL Park 25 Sept.
in Chester for an impressive Union vs. Chivas USA
view along the water and a 4 p.m.
soccer spirit on par with that
2 Oct.
found in Europe. With the sea-
son winding down and tickets Union vs. Houston Dynamo
starting at $25, it’s an afford- 4 p.m.
able warm-weather getaway. 7 Oct.
Union vs. Los Angeles Gal-
axy
8 p.m.

Global Impact of Athletes

HANNAH CAMPBELL
‘11
____________
The definition of an athlete,
according to the Merriam-
Webster dictionary, is “a person
who is trained or skilled in ex-
ercises, sports, or games requir-
ing physical strength, agility, or
stamina.” But athletes like Jim
Thorpe, Babe Ruth, and more
recently Tiger Woods and Ser-
ena Williams, challenge this
definition. The mystery of our
present decade is what to call
the few who go above and be-
yond. ‘Athlete’ seems too insuf-
ficient a word. Instead, let their
titles be Landon Donovan and
Usain Bolt.
Landon Donovan recently
concluded a courageous perfor-
mance in the 2010 FIFA World
Cup. After a disappointing 2006
World Cup, it was hard to en-
vision the American team pro-
gressing anywhere beyond the
first round of competition; the
world remained uninterested
in the American team as much
as Americans themselves did.
Soccer is described as “the one
sport Americans aren’t cultur-
ally equipped in dominating.”
However, that never deterred
Donovan: with his teammates
by his side, the world was soon
paying attention.
On June 23, in the 91st min-
ute of the American team’s fi-
nal group game of the World
Cup, Landon Donovan scored
a game-changing goal against
Algeria and secured the USA’s
place in the round of sixteen.
Not only did Donovan’s goal al-
low the team to advance, but it
was the first time since the 1930
World Cup that the U.S finished
at the top of their group. For
just a moment, Landon Dono-
van was the American hero.
The day Donovan scored, it
became less about soccer and
more about uniting a nation
behind a team. Not only were
Americans filled with pride for
a sport once barely acknowl-
edged, but they realized the
world was watching (and they
were putting on quite a great
display). Most everyone has
now come to realize the spirit
that lies within American ath-
letes, one that seems to course
through Landon Donovan’s
veins, making him the perfect
representative for his country.
Equally a great representative
for his country is Jamaican-
born sprinter Usain Bolt. Bolt
became instantly famous after
setting new world records in the
100 and 200-meter finals in the
2008 Beijing Olympics, making
him the first sprinter to hold
100 and 200-meter world re-
cords simultaneously since the
introduction of electronic tim-
ing. He proceeded to break his
own 200-meter world record in
the 2009 Berlin World Champi-
onships by .11 seconds. Beyond
all the numbers and technicali-
ties, Usain Bolt’s apparent ef-
fortlessness is a spectacle to
watch.
Since breaking these world re-
cords, Bolt has received numer-
ous endorsements, an Order of
Distinction from the Jamaican
government (he is now called
16 Oct.
Union vs. NY Red Bulls
6 p.m.
the Right Honorable Usain
Bolt), a highway named in his
honor, a 400-meter stadium
with a track exactly replicating
one in Berlin in his name, and a
twelve-foot chunk of the Berlin
wall.
Governing Mayor of Berlin,
Klaus Wowereit, who presented
Bolt with his piece of the Berlin
wall, is quoted saying, “one can
tear down walls that had been
considered as insurmountable.”
Usain Bolt and Landon Dono-
van have done just that: they
are internationally recognized,
respected, and admired, chal-
lenging a textbook definition of
“athlete.”

Upcoming home game calendar

16 Sept. vs. University of the Sciences 4 p.m. 28 Sept. Men’s & Women’s Cross Country
Men’s Soccer 24 Sept. Women’s Soccer Belmont Classic
vs. Goldey-Beacom College Women’s Tennis vs. Holy Family University Belmont Plateau, Fairmount Park
Plymouth Whitemarsh 6:30 p.m. vs. Post University 4 p.m. Soccer Field 4 p.m. 11 a.m.
17 Sept. 25 Sept. 29 Sept.
4 Oct.
Men’s Tennis Women’s Tennis Men’s Soccer
vs. Merrimack College 3 p.m. vs. St. Thomas Aquinas College Women’s Soccer
vs. Concordia University 1 p.m.
18 Sept. Men’s & Women’s Cross Country Plymouth Whitemarsh 6:30 p.m. vs. Lincoln University
Women’s Soccer Philadelphia Metro Invitational Women’s Volleyball Plymouth Whitemarsh 5 p.m.
vs. Concordia College Belmont Plateau, Fairmount Park vs. University of the Sciences 7 p.m. Men’s Soccer
Soccer Field 1 p.m. 12 p.m. 30 Sept. vs. Lincoln University
Men’s Soccer Women’s Soccer Women’s Volleyball Plymouth Whitemarsh 7 p.m.
vs. Concordia College vs. Post University vs. Wilmington University 7 p.m.
6 Oct.
Soccer Field 3 p.m. Soccer Field 1 p.m. 1 Oct.
Women’s Volleyball
20 Sept. Men’s Soccer Men’s Tennis
Men’s Tennis vs. Post University vs. Philadelphia University 3 p.m. vs. Lincoln University 7 p.m.
vs. LeMoyne College 2 p.m. Soccer Field 3 p.m. 2 Oct.
23 Sept. Women’s Volleyball Women’s Tennis For more information, visit:
Men’s Tennis vs. Bloomfield College 12 p.m. vs. West Chester University 12 p.m. griffinathletics.com
 SPORTS
8 The Griffin
Current record:
Men’s Tennis: 1-0
Women’s Tennis: 1-2
Men’s Soccer: 3-1
Women’s Soccer: 2-1-1
Men’s Cross Country: 0-0
Women’s Cross County: 0-0
Women’s Volleyball: 0-6
*as of 9/12/2010

Jess Veazey, ‘13 Jess Veazey, ‘13

(Left) Mike Pugliese, #13, prepares a tackle for the ball on University of the District of Columbia (UDC) player #11. (Right) Darius Gbunblee, #22,
prepares for a penalty on the UDC goal.

CHC defeats UDC in impressive overtime win
ASHLEY MCGRAIL
‘14
_________________
It was an overtime goal by Carl Essenthier, af-
ter an exhilarating back-and-forth game between the
Griffins and the University of the District of Colum-
bia (UDC) Firebirds, that had fans jumping out of
their seats cheering with their team to celebrate the
Griffins’ win. On Thursday, September 9, the men’s
soccer team took the field determined to win.
Despite the drop in temperature, which left many
fans draped in blankets and sweatshirts, and trailing
1-0 in the first half after a goal by Mario Benegas slid
by Griffin goalie Michael Goldstein, spirit remained
high. However, a lack of defense wasn’t to blame. De-
fense went to work early, allowing few chances for
UDC to score; the team pressured their opponent’s
goalie, Kyle Heatherington, early in the game.
Out of CHC’s 22 shots on goal, the majority were
attempted in the first half, while UDC’s 22 shots were
mostly attempted in the second. After more impres-
sive work from the defensive, and very impressive
stops and blocks from sophomore goalie Goldstein,
the score remained 1-0 at half-time.
While the team rested and cooled off during half-
time, students who attended were given free pizza for
supporting their team while they waited for the boys
to take the field again, hoping for a comeback. Both
teams fought hard in the second half, which led to
tension between the teams and a quite few fouls.
At 55:55, senior defense player Maurice Blanton
scored on a penalty kick, tying the game at 1-1 and
had fans standing, clapping, and screaming in appre-
ciation.
Only three minutes later (58:20), the Griffins
scored again as a goal by Carl Essenthier, on a play
set up by midfielder Mark Pugliese, went searing by
Heatherington.
CHC was in the lead 2-1. The Firebirds came
back quickly with goals by forward Kane Moar and
an impressive 20-yard free-kick by midfielder Tansu
Korkmaz. Midfielder Chris Moore brought put the
team back in the lead with a rebound goal three min-
utes before ovetime.
In the end, with 40 seconds remaining, forward
Ryan Lannutti put Essenthier in the perfect position
to score against Heatherington, and he did just that.
The crowd went wild, the Griffins patted each other
on their backs in triumph, and CHC was victorious.
The Griffins are now (2-1-0), and they aren’t slowing
down.

A look back at the unforgettable 2010 FIFA World Cup
KYLE BACHMAN
‘14
______________
One goal can change not
just a nation, but the world in
the FIFA World Cup. The one
goal scored by Spain’s Andres
Iniesta gave his team a 1-0 win
and their first ever World Cup
title, changing the lives for
many fans and players alike.
The fans had waited so
long to be able to run through
streets with nothing on their
minds but simply celebrating
the victory. It changed the life
of a coach who had worked so
hard to compile a team worthy
of winning the Cup, while not
allowing that team to lose their
focus and fall short after a first
round loss.
The 2010 World Cup finale
between Spain and the Nether-
lands dramatically ended with a
116th minute goal decided by
Spain’s Iniesta for the win in ex-
tra time. But there were plenty
of exciting moments along the
way that are definitely worth re-
one- and two-goal deficits what it’s all about.
judging from a fan’s perspec-
membering.
tive, was when Uruguay’s Luis wasn’t something fans were used There’s nothing better than
The atmosphere was elec-
Suarez blocked a sure goal with to or wanted to see, but the way having everyone forget about
tric, the goals were incredible,
his hand at the goal line against in which it happened was truly their daily problems, put aside
the referee’s calls were ques-
Ghana in the quarterfinals. This exhilarating. Donovan’s extra their differences and just agree
tionable at times, but the end
moment in itself was unex- time goal against Algeria was on something simple as putting
result was a tournament full of
pected in the 121st minute of one of the greatest moments in a ball in the back of a net. And
memories that no soccer fan
the game and clearly a penalty. U.S. men’s soccer history. It put even if it was just for a couple
will soon forget. This tourna-
Ghana’s Asamoah Gyan was al- the U.S. through to the second weeks, this simple game of soc-
ment had everything to offer
ready 2-for-2 in penalty shots in round and gave a nation some- cer showed us that there is hope
fans for all of the countries, and
the tournament and was picked thing to cheer about and come for all of us in life, as individu-
more.
to take the shot that would put together for, which is really als and as a country.
For the United States, pos-
his country into the semifinals.
sibly the most memorable goal
However, Gyan banged his
of the tournament was when
shot off the crossbar and gave
Landon Donovan’s goal in extra
Uruguay new life and hope.
time gave the U.S. a 1-0 victory
Uruguay eventually won the
over Algeria and helped them
advance to the second round. game in penalty kicks, but the
real story of the game was the
Another goal to remember
moments leading up to the re-
was from Netherland’s Giovan-
sult.
ni Van Bronckhorst against
For U.S. soccer fans, this
Uruguay in the semifinals of the
was probably the most exciting
tournament. He took one touch
group of games they have ever
toward the goal and made a
had the pleasure of watching.
shot from 30 yards out that was nytimes.com
Obviously it didn’t end the way
on a rope leading to the upper
the fans wanted, but there was After nearly a month of gameplay Spain was victorious in
post just past the outstretched
plenty to be proud of and dis- winning in the 2010 FIFA Soccer World Cup. This trium-
arms of the Uruguay keeper.
appointed at along the way. phant feat marks Spain’s first World Cup win since the start
The most unforgettable
Having to battle back from of the tournament in 1930.
moment of the tournament,