Vol. XXXXVII, No. 8

THE BILLBOARDWILSONWILSON COLLEGE Chambersburg, Pennsylvania THURSDAY, MAY 9, 2013

Fourth Annual Student Research DayCommunity Joins in Support of Students ResearchBY LAUREN KERSHNER

IN THIS ISSUE...OP-ED 2

LETTER FROM THE EDITOR: A goodbye and passing of the torchCAMPUS LIFE 3

On Fri, May 3 members of the senior class presented research they began working on last semester. Each senior who was presenting worked with at least one faculty member. This faculty member advised the student throughout their work and helped them to present their research work to the Wilson community. Student Research Day provides this opportunity to those graduating seniors who may have an interest in pursuing graduate work. Mary Hendrickson, Dean of the Faculty and Vice President of Academic Affairs, spoke before the rst presentation of the morning in the Science Complex Auditorium. Today is about the student, everyone here should be congratulated, said Hendrickson. This event is new and is the highlight of the year for me personally. The day consisted of nine sessions with a total of 18 seniors presenting their work. The sessions took place throughout the campus in the Science Complex Auditorium, the Allen Auditorium in Wareld Hall, and the second oor lobby of the Science Complex. and in the Bogigian Gallery. Presentations ranged from the arts and English to the Life Sciences of Biology and Environmental Studies. Chelsea Krebs 13, a Biology major, presented on Comparative Analysis of Viability Assays for Evaluation of Postthaw Equine Spermatozoa. In other words, she presented on how viable a stallions sperm is when frozen and then thawed. My research had some major bumps, but I ended with a strong project that had strong results, said Krebs.

PUSH: Election results, two new clubsNEWS 4

Apportionment ConcernsINTERNATIONAL 5

Disert Scholar Casey Beidel 13 presents during Student Research Day.

My presentation went well and I think everyone else is doing well. We all worked hard and it truly shows. Members of the junior class also showed their research during the poster session. These posters gave the students an opportunity to preview their own research for next year. They were able to get feedback and show people what they are passionate about. I wanted to nd a topic that I could connect with, said Jeaneva Gagne 14. I am really excited for this opportunity. I can choose what I want to study, which is unique to my Wilson experience. Gagne was not the only person who felt that Wilson is unique when it comes to the studies that students are able to accomplish. Assistant Prof. of Biology Laura Altfeld, who assisted with several of the senior research studies, also believes that Wilson students have some unique opportunities. I think the smaller size of our community allows for more innovative research. We are seeing more and more research, said Altfeld. I am happy we made it a tradition, setting aside a day just for research and highlighting students shows me that we are a supportive community.

The presentations ended with the presentation of the Disert Scholar, Casey Beidel 13, reading one of his short stories titled Feather. Beidel was awarded the Disert Honors Scholarship last spring semester for his senior research proposal. His research An Exploration of New-Wave Fabulism explores short stories using elements from different genres. His advisor, Dr. Michael Cornelius Chair of English and Mass Communications Department, believes that undergraduates should pay close attention to the research being presented. It would be wonderful if this day inspires undergraduates to do more with their time here, said Cornelius. Today is about taking ownership of their own education, which is something that we as a Wilson Faculty try to instill in our students throughout their time here. The day culminated with the Academic Awards Ceremony. This ceremony recognized students for their achievements, both during the current year and during their time at Wilson. While Student Research Day is a relatively new tradition, all members of the Wilson community are hopeful that it will continue so that more students can show their scholarly research.

Photo by Lauren Kershner

Multilingual Poetry Reading: Students express their love of language Seniors Say Farewell: Senior Wills & WWC Legacies Full WWC Legacies in the Billboard onlineARTS & ENTERTAINMENT 8 SENIORS 6-7

Capstone Exhibit showcases seniors art MOVIE REVIEW: Cloud AtlasSPORTS 9

SOFTBALL: 3rd place in conference championshipsPhoto: Caileigh Oliver

Jen Gipe prepares to bat.

Wilson awarded NCAA grantFACULTY 10

Five faculty members say goodbye

CALENDAR 12

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LETTER FROM THE EDITORDear Wilson Community,

EDITORIAL

THURSDAY, MAY 9, 2013

I am writing to inform you that as of Thurs, April 25, I will no longer serve as the Editor-inChief of the Wilson Billboard. I have chosen to step down from this position after the recent Wilson College Government Association (WCGA) election, during which I was elected to the position of Vice President. After consulting with Apprentice Editor Lesley Eichelberger and our advisers, we felt the best way for me to avoid any conicts of interest between the two roles would be to step down from the position of Editor-in-Chief. My stepping down also means that the Billboard can maintain its status as an independent and unbiased publication; a status we as a staff have strived to uphold this past year and one I will gladly give up my role as editor to help maintain. However, I will not completely leave the newsmagazine. I plan to continue working as a staff writer/graphic designer although we have agreed that I will not cover any stories relating to WCGA. I have the privilege of knowing that our amazing and talented Apprentice Editor will take over my role, and will do an amazing job of running the Billboard. The current issue is only the rst of many that she will help successfully usher into existence. I want to thank the entire Wilson community for the experiences of this past year and for working with myself and the entire Billboard staff as we learn and discover the many different aspects of journalism. I have loved my time serving as the Editor-in-Chief of the Billboard, but I also look forward to this chance to serve the Wilson community in a new way. Please join me in extending a warm welcome to the new Editor-in-Chief Lesley Eichelberger! Gratefully yours, Caileigh Oliver

What Was the Hot Topic On Sound Off! Wilson Campus this Semester?

Brookelyn Steinbach 16I guess the student center. What kinds of things it will have, like

The changes from the Commissions work. How will the administration and the students cope?

Nadja Bruskin 15

Going co-ed and the fact that it is conrmed and going to happen. Im an athlete, so this decision

Taylor Crouse 16

When we went co-ed.

Jess Menard 13

CORRECTION In the April 18 edition of Billboard a full professors salary was miscalculated. The gure given was estimated to be $9,200 per course taught. The actual gure is estimated to be $4,600 per course taught.

BILLBOARD STAFF Advisers: Kimberly Maske-Mertz Robin Herring Editor-in-Chief: Lesley Eichelberger Staff Writers: Caileigh Oliver Lesley Eichelberger Lauren Kershner Jisoo Kim Yolanda Cabrera Contributors: Mallory Sunderland Amanda Clever Jonathan Clark Graphic Designers: Caileigh Oliver Lesley Eichelberger Lauren KershnerThe Wilson Billboard is a once-monthly student-run newsmagazine serving the Wilson College and Chambersburg community. Our mission is to relay important information to the campus and provide a forum for intelligent and democratic discussion. To fulll this mission, the Billboard recognizes the many goals of the Wilson community and strives to encourage communication between students, faculty, staff and administration in an ethical and non-biased fashion.

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Student Life

THURSDAY, MAY 9, 2013

PERSIST UNTIL SOMETHING HAPPENSIn this last segment of PUSH, Wilson College Government Association will give a summary of what has occurred on campus and what will occur in the future. WCGA Executive Board received a constitution from students wanting to form the Wilson College Vaulting Club and the Wilson College Music Club. A motion was made to pass the constitution for both groups and grant the groups club status and the ability to apply for apportionments from WCGA. The motion was passed and the clubs will receive $250 each as a start-up amount from WCGA. Congratulations to both! WCGA also announced Lauren Kershner as the April Student of the Month for her willingness to help her fellow students by being an informed member of the community. If you see Lauren, please congratulate her on receiving this award and honor. On April 17, WCGA held their nal Pizza Talk of the semester which focused on discussions concerning a new tradition that can be made now that Senior Week has become one weekend and that all students can stay until after Commencement. Some thoughts included Sister Sit Down or a Traditions Boot Camp. The sit down would be a place where sister classes can share knowledge about the traditions specic to whether they are an Even or an Odd. This new tradition would allow the torch to be passed on to the underclassmen to keep the traditions alive and to make the farewell for seniors to be grander. Also held on April 17 was the Second Annual Honor Principle Day where students, faculty and staff showed their support of the Honor Principle. All participated by wearing their Wilson blue, doing the honor principle quiz, or sending daisy grams to those who have been seen doing something honorable. Participants were entered into the drawing for $20 gift cards of theirBy AMANDA CLEVER

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choosing. Students that won a $20 gift card were Kayla Talik, Kimberly Leitma, Lindsey Sutton, Courtney Lieb, Georgia Kalmoutis, and Laura Wilson. Faculty and staff were entered into the drawing for their lunch to be paid for them on Tues, April 23, 2013 courtesy of the Wilson College Government Association 2012-2013 Executive Board. The winners included Jean Hoover, Carolyn Perkins, Bob Dickson, Doug Crawford, Lisa Woolley, and Ed Wells. Elections for the 2013-2014 Executive Board were a great success. The new ofcers are President Morgan Momo Lindsay, Vice President Caileigh Oliver, Treasurer Amanda Clever, Secretary Nicole Melanson, Chief Justice Sonja Hess, Constitution and By-Laws Chair Brookelyn Steinbach, and Academic Affairs Chair Emma Echanis. Maria Thomke was chosen as Parliamentarian. Next year's ofcer team are meeting with current ofcers to prepare

them for next year and tag along with the current board to meetings such as the upcoming Board of Trustees meetings occurring the weekend of May 17th. The newly elected board was installed into their respective positions at the last WCGA meeting of the semester. The Food for Finals schedule is nalized and this whole event will be held in the Jensen Dining Hall. RAs will be providing ice cream sundaes on Sunday evening, Alumnae/i Relations and the Alumnae Association will be offering bagels and spreads on Monday evening, on Tuesday a soft pretzel bar provided by Dining Hall, Wafe Wednesday provided by WCGA, and CAB will be providing Pizza on Thursday. This week occurs the Week of May 12 during nals. We hope everyone enjoys! The WCGA Executive Board for the 2012-2013 Academic Year wants to wish all Wilson community members a great summer and good luck on Finals!

Community Participates in World Labyrinth DayBy LAUREN KERSHNER

The community joins together to walk through the Labyrinth on the Green.

On Sat, May 4 the Wilson community observed World Labyrinth Day. Community members created a temporary labyrinth on the campus green and in the Harry L. Brooks Science Building. The labyrinth allows people to walk through to nd themselves. It may look like a maze, but it only has a single path that makes it impossible for those walking to get lost. Chaplain Rosie Magee began the day by separating the volunteers into two groups. The rst group, in charge of the labyrinth on the green, used stones that community members painted

along with non-painted stones to build the design. It took the group about an hour to build the labyrinth, which will remain up for eight days. Another group put together a felt labyrinth in the lobby of the Science Complex. While this one was bigger and only up for the day, it was another place for volunteers to nd themselves. I think the project shows a lot of different ways to express yourself, which is something that I believe Wilson prides itself on, said Dr. Barbara Mistick, College President. No matter what your options are everyone is on

their own journey to express individuality and the journey is unique, which is what I appreciate most about the labyrinth. Other events during the day included a presentation by the Rev. Dr. Margee Iddings, who presented Preparing to Walk a Labyrinth. Iddings presentation allowed participants to learn about the practice of walking the labyrinth. Iddings said there are four distinct transitions that people go through when walking a labyrinth. The four transitions are: walking in, at the center, walking out and reecting, said Iddings.

At each stage you need to ask yourself different questions. You also can use the labyrinth to focus on others instead of yourself. At 1:00 p.m. Magee led the volunteers in a human labyrinth to conclude the day. During this activity, Magee placed the heart stone, the nal stone, in the middle of the labyrinth. After a moment of silence, the labyrinth became open for people to walk through at their leisure. I am proud of Rosie, said Katie Kough, Women with Children Program Director. I would like a spot to have a permanent labyrinth for reection.

Photo by Lauren Kershner

WCGA Account Causes Concern Over Apportionment ProcessProfessor of Spanish, Jos Hernn Crdova sent an allcampus email on April 23 questioning the $65,961.53 balance in the Wilson College Government Association (WCGA) account. In the email he asked how such a surplus can occur and what will happen to the money at the semesters end. If I were a student, I would ask what is going to be done with all that money now that the academic year is almost over? And I would also ask, why does WCGA have all that money left when there are Clubs that have been asking for support without, in some cases, getting any? wrote Crdova. As the advisor of the Spanish Club and Music Club, Crdovas email was a response to continuous questions and concerns he says he received from students. WCGA responded with an all-campus email outlining the apportionment process and other factors that inuence WCGA spending. The only voice missing in this dialogue is that of the students, whose money is in question. Clubs chartered through WCGA that submit a constitution are eligible to receive funding, called apportionments, for their club activities. WCGA allots apportionments to each club based upon a clubs application and approval within the rst month of the semester. A Finance Committee, whose membership this year includes the WCGA Treasurer Monica Lyons 13 and the WCGA Constitution and By Laws Chair Jessica Masilotti 14 and a student representative from each class, then votes on the apportionment recommendations. A WCGA Executive Board vote determines the nal awards. I am not directly involved with the apportionment process, but the students tell me whats going on, said Cordova. Our club requested money for a cultural trip to New York. We asked for $500 and they only gave us $200. We appealed but there was no change. It was absurd. Who makes this decision, what do they use to determine funds? Lyons posted an explanation of the apportionment process online for the Wilson College website in the student life section, under the tab for clubs and activities. Lyons also sent an email to the campus addressing these concerns. She explains the factors considered when issuing funds to clubs. We look at the clubs size, its fundraising and how much work it does outside of WCGA requirements, said Lyons. We try to do it as fair and quickly as possible, but it is a process and we have rules to follow. After WCGA makes a decision, clubs are notied of their awards by email. If they are not satised with the amount awarded, they can write a letter of appeal stating why they are unsatised and send it and a copy of their original application back to WCGA. The Executive Board, WCGA ofcials, then votes on the appeal. Concocheague Yearbook Club Treasurer, Daniela Kenmure 14 led an appeal even though her club receives an allocation from WCGA at the beginning of each semester to cover basic costs of printing the student yearbook. Allocations are different because they are given to clubs that provide services to the entire campus and the use of allocated funds is not restricted or determined by WCGA guidelines. We wanted to send two members of Yearbook Club to a media convention in New York City, so we requested an apportionment. We did not get enough money, so we wrote an appeals letter, said Kenmure. It was not hard, but it did take a lot of time. First, you le an application and then it takes more time if you have to appeal. Overall, we were satised. The club raised the rest of the money needed for the trip and two members, Victoria Alterio 14 and Christina Trevino 15 went on the trip. President of WCGA, Janelle Wills 14 thinks that there is a misunderstanding about the amount of money in the WCGABy LESLEYEICHELBERGER

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account. This gure does not reect the true balance, said Wills. It is frustrating. Dean of Students, Carolyn Perkins agrees with Wills. She explains that the WCGA account is one that uctuates greatly and is back-loaded, meaning that heavy spending will occur at the end of the semester. This spending comes from unclaimed apportionments, like those spent for Spring Fling and other bills that come in late. WCGA also nances new club start-ups, outstanding debt that any club accrues and student workshops during summer. Its difcult for students to understand the rules. Federal guidelines make it complicated and WCGA is trying their best to navigate through them, said Perkins. Anytime there is money involved, someone will be unhappy. ALLIES Club Treasurer Laura Wilson 14 thinks that the apportionment process is a fair attempt by WCGA to disperse students money. She only wishes that the process is more student-friendly and that smaller clubs receive the same nancial support as larger ones. We only have a few weeks in the beginning of the semester to organize our club. In order to receive apportionments you basically have to plan the clubs

events for the entire semester right away, said Wilson. We are focusing on planning for our new classes during this time, not our extra-curricular activities. WCGA requires clubs to participate in one fundraiser each semester and Spring Fling to supplement their budgets. Other sources for club funding may come through gifts from Alumnae/i, WCGA cosponsorship of events or WCGA loans. Clubs can also request an emergency apportionment to cover an unplanned event. Jenna Curran 14 is a member of Dressage Team, Eventing Team and Future Farmers of America (FFA). She is happy with the amount of funding that her club receives, although it does not cover her clubs spending. Our fundraisers are a pain, said Curran. All the fundraising affects my clubs activities and even my schoolwork sometimes. I understand that they cant give us all the money we need. Our events are expensive. We travel to compete. WCGA wants students to know that they are listening to their concerns about the apportionment process. Meetings are held in the dining hall on Tuesday mornings at 11:00a.m., students are welcome to attend. Email WCGA at wcga@wilson.edu for more information.

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INTERNATIONALBy YOLANDA CABRERA

THURSDAY, MAY 9, 2013

Poetry and Music Fill Patterson Lounge During Poetry ReadingAbout 47 students, faculty, staff and community members gathered in Patterson Lounge for the International Multilingual Poetry Reading on Sun, Apr. 28. Each semester the event is hosted by Dr. Jos Crdova Professor of Spanish. This semester the gathering was sponsored by the Spanish Department, The Spanish Club Foreign Languages and the Music Club. I was present at Jos Crdova's rst multicultural poetry reading get-together at Wilson College years ago and continue to attend once or twice a year. These sessions are always enjoyable and enlightening. I say this not only because they afford an opportunity to hear the poetry from many ethnic traditions and learn something about the poets themselves, but also because they allow one to read poetry to the group, poetry that is somehow appealing and important to that individual and even sometimes poetry of their own, said Thomas A. Seward, Associate Professor of Foreign Languages, at Hagerstown Community College. Seward not only read poems in French and Romanian, he told a joke in Spanish with a translation in English. "I am a big language lover and I really enjoyed the exposure to a variety of beautiful languages from around the world. I was also glad to have the opportunity to listen to live music and connect with the readers on subjects like war, patriotism, love, courage and patience," says Anush Petrosyan '14. There were more than 12 languages spoken during the Poetry Reading, including Nepali, Arabic, Irish, Punjabi and Urdu to name a few. Beatrice Sanford, Director of Development and Gift Planning said, Being part of the International Multilingual Poetry Reading served as an important reminder of the many talented students, faculty, and staff at Wilson College. I had the privilege of reading the marvelous Indiangrass written by Sharon Erby as part of the Labyrinth project. We are all indeed blessed to be part of the Wilson community. Music was also a huge contribution to the International event. Karlie Bodadilla played the ute and Jeffrey Montwicki was one of the

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Anush Petrosyan 14 recites at poetry reading

Photo by Yolanda Cabrera

Do not say Goodbye, Friendly Familes Host a Farewell Partythe families spend time together during the students stay in the U.S. The friendly families help the students adapt by introducing them to American culture most notably holidays, such as Halloween, Thanksgiving Day, and Easter, and of course, smore making. One of the friendly families, Gary and Virginia Lewis, really enjoyed this program. The main thought [of] this endeavor is how educational and enriching the experience was for us and the young students. We certainly realize that the opportunity to travel and expand one's view of the world is something that all people should embrace.By JISOO KIM

guitarists. The second guitarists, Heidi OToole, was accompanied by her two children as she played the guitar. I am currently not a student. I guess you would say I am on hiatus because of the loss of my husband, but I would like to say that my children and I thoroughly enjoyed hearing the many languages from around the world. To experience and hear from so many cultures is so enriching and beautiful. The experience itself was so inspiring, said OToole. The Poetry Reading was a successful and meaningful gathering for those who attended. It was a melting pot of mu-

sic, poetry, jokes and stories. The purpose of an activity such as The International Multilingual Poetry Reading is to provide a space and an occasion for those who are interested in reading poetry to do so, regardless of their language, and concomitantly, to foster attitudes of mutual openness and receptivity towards one another regardless of our particular differences, said Cordova. The fact that almost 50 people (47 to be exact) would get together to do just that on a Sunday afternoon without expecting any kind of reward is most gratifying, and bodes well, at least, for the participants.

International students and their friendly families celebrated together at a final farewell party on Sat, May 4. Pictures were on display recounting the international students memorable moments during their stay at Wilson from when they met their friendly families until now. Director of International Students Paul Miller gave the opening greeting. All international students introduced themselves and talked about their future plans. They also discussed their best, happy and unforgettable memories while enjoying delicious food. Through this program, international students and

Essentially, all humans, regardless of where they live have the same aspirations of finding happiness, peace and fulfillment, said Lewis. They enjoyed meeting all the students from the many represented counties and learning about the different cultures. We had many revelations as a result of this program. We took Borae Lee to many movies, breakfasts, lunches and dinners, took her to our church, and many shopping experiences culminating in a trip to Tysons Corner in Washington, DC. We also enjoyed her visits to our home where we had a chance to engage in a wide

Virginia Lewis, Borae Lee and Gary Lewis

range of conversations, plus she met 2 of our 4 children plus our 2 dogs & 3 cats. We always enjoyed her company, said Virginia Lewis. The Lewis family plans to participate in the Friendly Family Program next year, too.

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SENIORS

THURSDAY, MAY 9, 2013

To whom it may concern, As my time here at Wilson College comes to a close, and I being of sound mind and body, have decided to bequeath some of my most prized possessions to the following: Caileigh Oliver: To you I leave my "For Every Occasion" package. May it leave you feeling prepared for whatever life throws your way! You know the other item I have willed to you. Protect it, love it, and live by it. Alexis Anrko: To you, my niece, I leave an assortment of cat-related, dress-up, FUN objects! May they further enhance your unique tomfoolery! Nikki Melanson: To you, my ODD sister, I leave my classy footstool, orange organization basket, my frog hat (I will give you an explanation in person)... along with some 'sneaky' items. May they offer you as much use as they have offered me. Bre Cardasso: To you, my buddy, I leave my special candy bowl and matching blanket! May they offer you much needed stress relief during your nal semesters! Jenny Miller: To you, my little, I leave my zebra suspenders and pirate accessories. May you be blessed with as awesome Littles as I was! Katie Omori: To you, my Unagi, I leave King Julian. May he be your support when you feel

We, the Seniors of the Class of 2013...your most stressed and serve as a reminder that it is okay to let loose and have a little fun! Victoria Whitbred: To you, I leave my beloved sweater vest. May you nd the most festive occasions to show it off! Janelle Wills: To you, my Jelly, I leave you 'the Biebs'. Don't ask...this was started by Alyssa Bernard. Also, my friend, I leave you a gift that is most precious indeed. I leave you a friend, condant, and mentor as you transverse your way through the Veterinary world. And, if you so choose, a potential roommate. Never lose faith in yourself buddy...you have the power to move mountains. Brittney Poff: To you, my fox, I leave a poster or two for your almost-full walls. I also pledge visits, some summer fun, and an ear to listen as you go through your nal semesters here at Wilson. Courtney Bernecker: To you, I leave my stuffed soccer ball and a surprise for your senior year...don't worry, I will deliver (I knew what you were thinking... =P) Megan Longstreet I want to thank Cindy Shoemaker for her continued support. I also want to thank Dianna Heim, Linda Raimo and Debra Collins and let me not forget Linda Raimo, for their ability to accept me as a workstudy student. Theyve accepted me for who I was and I strive to be more like them. They are independent, secure, and hard working women. I would love to thank the few people I call my friends. Aly Arnold, Emily Stanton, Nadja Bruskin, and Anna Lynch have liked me for me and likewise. I dont think I could have accomplished so much without them. Thank you! April C. Davila I, being of sound mind and body (hopefully), leave the following: To my ODD Sisters Stephanie Walker and Brittany Sanocki: I leave you the love of horses and song. I hope that you keep these always in your hearts. While the horses may drive you crazy and the classes associated with them may be boring these animals

will be your stress relievers. The songs in your heart will keep you mellow in times of trouble and should always be song when the time comes. To my Special ODD Sister Brittany Sanocki: I will you a book. This book was handed down to me by my Sophomore Buddy, Becky Harrison, last year. It is a book that you and your friends will be able to read and learn what not to do when writing papers. At the very least it can be a book to read once you live in South or Riddle to read while in the bathroom. Becky left the book to me as what she called a bathroom read, now I leave it to you. Enjoy! To Rachael Myers: I will you the, soon to be showing, Western Team. We really started something this year and I my hope is that you continue with it. There are some rough times ahead while you get the team back into the show ring. Be patient with the team, they get intimidated easily and will need your guidance more than ever when you start practices next year. Please remember that I am only a message away if you need me. This team will always be in my heart and I will always be there to support you, regardless of what happens in the future. Lauren Kershner

WWC Legacy

Christina (Warner) EkwuemeI am most proud of the time I got to spend with my son. I am honored to have provided Jashad with the experiences that he has had.

As much as my legacy is about academic greatness, I would like to be remembered most for being an amazing mother who guided her daughter in becoming an amazing woman.

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SENIORScial expressions, may you embrace them more than you already have...and never change who you are for anybody. Hannah DeMoss To Middle: I pass on my passion for student activities Im so glad to have had the chance to work with you the last 3 years to build something amazing, keep the re going! The passion you show will surely spread to others. To Martha Hinish: I pass on the traditions USB and my love of traditions at Wilson. I hope that you grow as much as I have at Wilson and that CAB gives you as many opportunities as it has given me. To Courtney Bernecker, thanks for giving me some of the best roommate memories of my four years at Wilson, you will be missed. Sarah McGuckin To Rachel Kleinschmidt: I leave you my love for CAB entertainment. I know youre going to do an amazing job at it and the girls will be right there by you to help you along. To Martha Hinish, Courtney Shaner, and Angela: You girls are amazing. I leave you my passion for CAB. Im so glad you guys joined and enjoy it as much as I do. Miss you all!!! Vicky Alterio To Alexis Foor, my trusted little: I will down to you some fellow pirate accessories. This includes old posters from Pirates of the Caribbean that I have saved since my freshmen year and trust that youll take care of them. I also give you Mardi Gras pirate beads that came all the way from New Orleans and will be perfect for pirata/ninja day. Finally, I give to you a pirate bumper sticker and license decal so that any vehicle you may drive will have pirate style to it. To Janelle Wills, I will you an old pair of goalie gloves

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To Jenny, I leave you all things zebra, may you nd more uses for them than I! I also leave you my loyalty to the ODD traditions, never lose sight of the importance of them. To Marissa and Amanda my ODD sisters, I leave you some things to keep you entertained when you are bored, and my passion for being an ODD. May you never lose sight of who you are and what it means to be a part of this sisterhood. To Nikki, I leave you something that has been in the ODD family for quite some time, may you protect it and nd another worthy sister to possess it. To Victoria Whitbred and Katie Omori, I leave you some tools for optimum sneakiness. May you use them for good NOT evil. I will be checking up on you. To Brittney, Caileigh, Bre, and Janelle, my soccer family, I leave you my love and passion for a sport that will never die. I leave you this team and the joy that it brings you. May you never give up on each other, play every second for each other, and remember why you step onto that eld. Remember that when all is said and done this team is your family, so hold each other close. And lastly, to Alexis, my child...I leave you my creepy eyebrow movements and fa-

since deep down I know you are a goalie at heart and will step up to the plate. I also will you an Avengers t-shirt for you are my fellow nerd buddy. Finally, I give you my Ali Krieger wristband, a USWNT soccer player who was an inspiration to me when I injured my knee and maybe she can be an inspiration to you! To Heather Lower, I will you a picture frame to be used for your senior year. Enjoy it! It goes by so fast! I also give you my Belle Princess scepter to use whenever you feel the need to feel like royalty and to go along with the whole Disney theme, I nally give to you a Mickey Mouse plate because you can never have too many dishes in college. Especially clean ones. Katie Murphy Dear roommate, I am leaving my precious hamster Izzy to you to take care of during your last year of college. Make sure that you spoil her rotten with goodies, animal crackers are her favorite. You might need to get her a new ball since she is able to escape from the other one. I know that you will take good care of her. She loves her auntie Kayla. P.s Her cage is looking a little shabby, it could use some sprucing up. Sarah Loucks

Do Hereby Bequeath to our Beloved Wilson Family...

WWC Legacy

Samantha BakerWe would like to be remembered for our humor and lightheartedness.

Yolanda CabreraWhat I would like to leave readers with, as well as my current and future fellow WWC, is this: stick to your dreams, goals and aspirations. Eat the fruit that has been placed in your basket along the way...

Capstone Exhibit; A Grand Finale for Three SeniorsBY LESLEY EICHELBERGER

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ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT

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Three seniors, Amanda Stup, Beck Metzbower and Catherine Green showcased their best work as ne art majors during the Capstone Exhibition reception held in the Bogigian Gallery in Lortz Hall on May 2. The event was a culmination of their skills honed while at Wilson and included an array of mixed mediums, including paper maps and photography of rearms. Amanda Stups photography offers a unique perspective to weaponry as she addresses issues such as guns in the media, gender perception and beauty in her exhibition titled Carbine and Steel, which displays ve photographs of guns. In addition to her work in the Bogigian Gallery, Stup presented an additional 23 pieces at the Shooters Delight gun range of Chambersburg, Pa. on Fri, May 3, 2013. I found it hard to nd someone to sell and display pictures of guns, said Stup. The range was perfect. It offered a captive audience of people who appreciate guns already,Stup said. Beck Metzbowers work, Metzbower, is an invitation into the abstract as she uses plaster, mixed paints and ink to create pieces that remain unnamed.

I am exploring the topic of grief through metaphors, said Metzbower. Texture and color build movements that ow through the pieces. People like to label things. I dont. I want the viewer to make their own interpretation when they see it, not to be inuenced by a name that I choose. Her exhibition consists of six pieces currently showing in the Bogigian Gallery and 12 more, which were previously exhibited at the Thought Lot Community Center in Shippensburg, Pa. Catherine Greens exhibition, Boundaries, uses nontraditional materials to create wearable art that challenges gender perception and stereotypes. The Columbus, Ohio native credits her hometown and her experience in the Army Reserve for her love of fashion and its role in gender perception. I have been sewing since I was ve. Where Im from, fashion and art are part of everyday life. There are many galleries, said Green. Being in the Army, we are trained on cartography [the study of maps] using a Tenino map. Its a map of Fort Lewis, Washington and you literally carry it around and study it constantly.

Greens work, Tenino, uses the paper map to create a dress that is displayed at the Bogigian show. Other high fashion works by Green appeared at her fashion show held Fri, May 3, 2013 at Bistro 71 located in Chambersburg, Pa. Associate Prof. of Fine Arts Philip Lindsey describes the Capstone Exhibition as a sort of grand nale for students. Students must take a number of courses in various disciplines and the Capstone Exhibit for them is a cohesive body of work, said Lindsey. They have two exhibits, one on campus and another off campus, plus they are responsible for all the things that they must address as an artist exhibiting, like working with the public, research and the actual creation of the exhibition. Stacy Hess 14 attended the reception for the Capstone Exhibit. She thinks that it is important to support other students. I am here to see Cathys work, said Hess. I think what she creates is interesting. The Capstone Exhibit will be open in the Bogigian Gallery from May 2 May 20, 2013. To contact Philip Lindsey email him at Philip.lindsey@wilson.edu.

Beck Metzbower 13, Amanda Stup 13 and Catherine Green 13 pose during their Capstone Exhibit

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THE MOVIE REVIEWtake place in different time periods and locations (from nineteenth century South Pacic to present day England to twenty-second century futuristic South Korea to post-apocalyptic Hawaii). Confused yet? Well, to make matters even messier, the principle actors in the lm (Tom Hanks, Halle Berry, Hugo Weaving, Ben Whishaw, etc.) all play different characters in these time periods. Wearing an array of prosthetics and covered in layers of makeup, each of the main performers not only assume different roles, but different ages, ethnicities and genders, which all mostly work well. As one can surmise, writing about this lm is very difcult,

Green 13 shows off her design, teninoPhoto by Lesley Eichelberger

Whos Under the Makeup?

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Its a shame more people did not see Cloud Atlas, the most expensive independent lm ever produced. The lm required three directors to handle the six storylines that span over 600 years, dozens of characters and at least four continents. Based on David Mitchells Man Booker (Englands Pulitzer Prize) short-listed novel, Cloud Atlas is a joint-created epic by the Wachowskis (The Matrix directors) and Tom Twyker (Run Lola, Run) about life, death, love, violence, revolution and reincarnation told through six plotlines that all

which may be why so many critics vehemently tore it apart in their reviews. This is unfair, as the lm, for anything else, is fun to watch just to try and guess which actor is under what makeup (during the credits they show all the roles each actor played and I have to admit I was surprised by a few). But there is more to this lm than critics and lack of audience gave the production. It is a spectacle - a grand spectacle even - that has some stunning cinematography and even better special effects. Whats more intriguing are the many kinds of movies your one ticket will get you with Cloud Atlas. Each plotline represents a different genre, from tragic love story to slap stick comedy to

urban thriller, all contained here in one movie. This backand-forth between the serious, the comic and the absurd may not mesh well with some people, but it worked for me. Like last years The Tree of Life, which also divided critics (and was my pick of the best lm of the 2011), Cloud Atlas did the same this year (with perhaps a few more people maligning the movie). If the movie is in fact a piece of junk as many have ascribed, then it is an amazing piece of junk. Cloud Atlas is out on BluRay and DVD and I cant recommend enough to see it, if not for any other reason just to see what your own opinion is on this unprecedented movie spectacle.

Softball Places Third At ChampionshipsTeam Qualies for Conferences Championship TournamentBy BETH WEIXEL, ATHLETICS DEPARTMENT

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The Wilson College softball team went three-two to nish third in the North Eastern Athletic Conference (NEAC) championship tournament May 3-5, 2013 at Penn State Berks in Harrisburg, Pa. The Phoenix started their NEAC tournament action the morning of Fri, May 3, tak-

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Taylor Crouse pitches from the mound.

ing on the Fighting Tigers of SUNY Cobleskill. Wilson found the scoreboard rst when Tara Fields 13 batted in two runs in the third inning. The Tigers chipped away at the lead, scoring one run in the fth inning. In the top of the seventh inning, Cobleskill had the tying run on third and the go-ahead run on second. Megan Schneck 14 made an amazing play in the hole at second base to end the game and secure the two-one victory for the Phoenix. In their rst game Saturday morning, Wilson battled the number

one seed in the North Division, Keuka College. Again, Wilson found the score board rst, scoring in the third inning. However, the Keuka Storm scored a run in the sixth inning, tying the game at one-one. In the bottom of the seventh, Keuka batted in the winning run, defeating Wilson two-one and relegating the Phoenix to the second chance bracket. After a short break, Wilson faced NEAC South rival Penn State Abington. The Phoenix took an early lead, scoring runs in the rst and third innings. Wilson was able to maintain the early four run lead, holding Abington to just one run in the sixth inning and securing the four-one victory. In their third game on Saturday, Wilson went to work at the plate, defeating SUNY IT 12-1 in ve innings. Several players had standout performances at the plate for the Phoenix. Schneck went three for three at the plate, scoring three runs. Katelyn Wingerd 16 went one for two with three runs batted in (RBIs), and Faith Ricker 15 went two for three with two RBIs and scoring two runs. Sunday morning, Wilson faced Keuka again for the chance to get the championship game. However, an 11-5 loss to the Storm eliminated the Phoenix from the tournament.

Pitcher Taylor Crouse 16 had an outstanding performance on the mound for the Phoenix, pitching every game of the tournament. In 32 innings pitched, Crouse recorded 33 strike outs and a 3.98 earned run average, while holding opponents to just 36 hits, 16 runs and a .283 batting average. Schneck also turned in an outstanding performance at the plate for Wilson during the course of the weekend. In 18 total plate appearances, Schneck recorded 13 hits and seven runs, with six stolen bases, and zero strike outs. She also led the tournament with a .722 batting average. In addition, Schnecks slugging percentage (.778) and on base percentage (.737) ranked second in the tournament. The Phoenix ends the season with a 16-17 record, 16-9 in the conference. Head softball coach Brett Cline was pleased with the passion and determination the team played with at the end of the season. Our goal going into the tournament was to strive for our dream and leave everything we had on the eld. During the tournament, this team played with pride, they played as a unit, and left everything on the eld. We are very proud of what they accomplished, said Cline.

Athletics Department Awarded Competitive National GrantThe Wilson College Athletics Department is one of six Division III colleges nationwide recently awarded a competitive grant by the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA). The grant money will help fund a new full-time Athletics Communication/Sports Information Director position. Expanding Wilsons athletic staff with this position is an important step in continuing to improve our intercollegiate sports programs, and will assist in making a smooth transition while we expand opportunities for our female and male student athletes, said Lori Frey, Director of Athletics. The NCAA Division III Strategic Alliance Matching Grant applies to the 2013-2016 cycle. Wilson applied three times in previous years but was never awarded the grant until this year. The strategic grant assists collegiate athletic departments in stafng by providing funding to enhance current staff members through training or the creation of newBy CAILEIGH OLIVER

positions. The grant allows athletic departments three years to adjust their budget to include the salary of the new position. The rst year the NCAA grant contributes to 75 percent of the salary, the second year 50 percent, and the third year 25 percent. The newly created Athletics Communication/Sports Information Director position expands on the current job of the Sports Information Director (SID). The SID deals with statistics regarding the

sports and provides game information. The Athletics Communication role focuses on dispersing all sports-related information to different departments around campus and coordinating with them. A national search for a candidate to ll this position will launch after the NCAA ofcially announces the recipients of the strategic grant. We are hoping to bring in someone with three to ve years of experience in sports information for this position, said Frey.

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As the end of the semester approaches the following faculty members will be leaving, Mary Hendrickson Vice President of Academic Affairs and Dean of Faculty provides quotes for each.By YOLANDA CABRERA

Saying Goodbye: Five Faculty Members Depart

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Dr. Cathy Santai Assitant Professor of ChemistrySantai has worked at Wilson part-time for several years. "I have very much enjoyed sharing my passion for chemistry, biochemistry, and women in science with the many talented students at Wilson College. I want to extend my gratitude to the students at Wilson who have taught me so much. It has been a blast," says Santai. Dr. Santai attended a womens college as an undergraduate. She took her education to heart and she has inspired other women to reach their potential as budding scholars and leaders inside and outside of the classroom. Cathy will be able to devote more time to her family after leaving Wilson," says Hendrickson.

Dr. Bill Shoemaker Director of Masters of Education ProgramShoemaker has worked to grow and improve the Master of Education Program these past ve years. Shoemaker said, "After 36 years in K-12 public education, it was a refreshing change to experience the collegiate level. Id like to thank those in the administration, faculty, and staff who so strongly supported the program." Hendrickson, says, "Bill is a quiet, humorous, competent, and completely reliable administrator and educator. Bill has been able to greatly expand the M.Ed. program and has left the program on solid ground for a new program director to build upon. I would like to thank him for his many contributions." Dr. Kouadio, joined Wilson College in the fall of 2008. "Wilson is a unique place for me for various reasons. Wilson offered me my first academic job which I remain grateful for. Wilson is a unique place in that it taught me a lot about gender and feminist issues as I taught my courses. I could not have made it without the help of my colleagues, students and staff. I am especially grateful to Dean Hendrickson and her

Dr. Karen Adams Chair of Computer Science and Mathematics DepartmentAdams has won teaching excellence awards. Students who struggle with math are as complimentary of Adams skills as are those who major in the discipline. Karen is known for her high standards and for her enthusiasm for her discipline. She has frequently encouraged students to attend competitions and events in her field. Her commitment to scholarship in the discipline of math is also noteworthy. Adams will be taking a position at Shepherd University. Hendrickson, says Dr. Adams is a gifted mathematics teacher who has modeled for her students the importance of dedication to the discipline. Assistant Robin Herring, and also Liz Thorpe and Gretchen for their unconditional support and assistance. To ALL I say thank you from the bottom of my heart for making me a part of the Wilson story." Hendrickson, says, "Bertin Kouadio brought to the College the perspective of another culture. His gentle ways and obvious enthusiasm for teaching and his students will be held in our memories. He will be missed."

Dr. Douglas Crawford Chair of Business and Economics DepartmentCrawford has commuted back and forth from Richmond, VA during his time at Wilson. His family is now anxious for him to spend more time at home. Crawford has devoted much time and attention to teaching business in an innovative way and to building the business department. He was active in the fencing club. Crawford says, "Teaching in this environment I was able to impact students and in return I was impacted by students." "Dr. Crawford has a contagious enthusiasm for teaching and learning. He has devoted himself to teaching business and has shared with the students other life lessons," said Hendrickson.

Wilson Faculty are:* Inspiring * Enthusiastic * Dedicated * Committed * Unique * Passionate

Dr. Bertain Kouadio, Department Chair and Asst. Prof. of International Studies

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CALENDAR Sun, May 19COMMENCEMENT Summer Term 1 Begins

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CLASSES END!

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Mon, July 8Summer Term II Begins

Fall Term Begins

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The 143rd Wilson College Commencement will be held Sunday, May 19, 2013 at 1:30 p.m.Schedule of EventsFriday, May 17, 2013 4:00 p.m. 5:30 p.m. Rehearsal--Commencement Ceremony Senior Bash Saturday, May 18 3:30 p.m. 5:00 p.m. Phi Beta Kappa Induction Ceremony Presidents Garden Party Sunday, May 19 9:30 a.m. 10:00 a.m. 11:00 a.m. 11:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. 11:15 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Assembly of Graduating Class Baccalaureate Service Senior Class Exercise Passing of Colors and Senior Book Daisy Chain Posed Portraits Buffet Luncheon Robing for Commencement 12:30 p.m. 12:45 p.m. 12:45 p.m. 12:45 p.m. 1:00 p.m. 1:00 p.m. 1:30 p.m. Following Commencement Photo of Franklin County Graduates (In case of rain--Lenfest Commons Staircase) Photo of M.Ed. Candidates (In case of rain--Lenfest Commons staircase) Photo of Faculty (In case of rain--Edgar Hall) Photo of Baccalaureate Candidates (In case of rain--under esplanade) Faculty, Trustees and Speakers Line Up (In case of rain--Edgar Hall) Graduate Candidates Line Up (In case of rain--Edgar Hall) Commencement Ceremony (In case of rain--Laird Hall) Refreshments on the Esplanade Front of Library Front of Library Front of Library Front of Wareld Hall Front of Library Front of Wareld Main Green Laird Patio Alumnae Chapel, Thomson Hall Banks of the Conococheague Creek First Floor Lounge, Lenfest Commons Jensen Dining Hall Allen Auditorium, Wareld Hall Sharpe House Main Green Laird Hall

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