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SFB lobbies for activities fee increase

Wed, 29 Apr 2009 04:00:00 GMT

The Student Finance Board (SFB) revealed its special appropriations budget overview for the Student Activities Fee (SAF) to the Student Government Association (SGA) on April 22 for approval prior to its meeting with the Board of Trustees during this summer for official authorization.

Skin bleaching common cultural practice in Jamaica

Wed, 29 Apr 2009 04:00:00 GMT

Most people are not entirely happy with their appearance, but this was just one of the many possible reasons Dr. Winnifred Brown-Glaude, professor of African-American Studies, gave for the "phenomenon" of skin bleaching. The act of artificially lightening the skin through the use of certain chemical products was the topic of the politics forum titled "Bleached Bodies" last Thursday, which primarily focused on the amount of skin bleachers in Jamaica.

Career expert encourages networking to land post-college job

Wed, 29 Apr 2009 04:00:00 GMT

Ed @ TCNJ hosted Lindsey Pollak, bestselling author, speaker and consultant in career and workplace issues, on April 21. Pollak suggested networking for getting a job, particularly in today's economy.

Pollak explained that her parents were entrepreneurs, which helped her in her own career.

Homecoming Spirit Week funded after second proposal

Wed, 29 Apr 2009 04:00:00 GMT

In a 9-4 vote, the Student Finance Board (SFB) approved the Homecoming Spirit Week Committee's second request for their "Lip Sync and Dance" competition, powder puff game and "Yell like Hell" at their April 22 meeting.

For the "Lip Sync and Dance" competition, they requested $1,500 for a DJ, $4,500 for chairs and stage rental, $700 for workers, $1,350 for six police officers, $70 for wrist bands for audience and performers, $70 for zip ties for chairs and $100 for trophies for the winning team.

SGA denies support for SAF increase

Wed, 29 Apr 2009 04:00:00 GMT

The Student Government Association (SGA) voted down a resolution to raise the Student Activity Fee (SAF) drafted by Brian Block, vice president of Administration and Finance, and Leo Acevedo, executive director of the Student Finance Board (SFB), at its April 22 meeting.

Graffiti marks Forcina Hall

Wed, 29 Apr 2009 04:00:00 GMT

Campus Police discovered the message "Butts-Polak-Slut" written on three locations near Forcina Hall on April 10 at 8:20 a.m. The graffiti was written outside the retaining wall of the children's playground, on the right side wall of Lot 12 and above the double doors to the office in Lot 12.

Mystique of the East dazzles

Wed, 29 Apr 2009 04:00:00 GMT

With a colorful array of music, dance, theater and fashion, the 17th annual "Mystique of the East" celebrated the beauty of various Asian cultures on Friday in Kendall Hall. Sponsored by the Asian American Association (AAA) along with the Chinese Culture Club, the Japanese Club, the Indian Student Association and Barkada, the event aimed to raise awareness and appreciation of Asian cultures, history and heritage on campus.

Graduates plan alternates to Senior Week

Wed, 29 Apr 2009 04:00:00 GMT

The week before graduation, members of the class of 2009 will spend time with their friends one more time before they leave the College. While some will participate in Senior Week at the College, others have chosen an alternate route.

A group of Bonner Scholar seniors will use the week before graduation to volunteer.

'Take Back the Night' evokes emotion, courage

Wed, 29 Apr 2009 04:00:00 GMT

'Thursday night may have been chilly, but the number of supporters outside Green Hall for the annual "Take Back the Night" ceremony was enough to put warmth back into the hearts of those in attendance.

The event, sponsored by the Women's Center, a student group that supports women's rights and freedom, began at 8 p.

Keep DormSpace tips in mind

Wed, 29 Apr 2009 04:00:00 GMT

When I first conceived the idea of a dorm-living column my sophomore year at the College, it never occurred to me that senior year inevitably would arrive and I would be swept into the fray of an economic downturn filled with record-high unemployment rates.

Students 'pay it forward'

Wed, 29 Apr 2009 04:00:00 GMT

While taking classes at the College, most students are required to work with others in a group project or presentation. In these situations, some students are magically able to sync schedules and arrange meeting times, while others are left with reply all e-mails and attachments.

Jazz ensemble nearly knocks Kendall down with tunes

Wed, 29 Apr 2009 04:00:00 GMT

Steve Voelker, tenor saxophonist, was trying to earn his pork pie hat in the Jazz Ensemble's concert Saturday night in Kendall Hall.

The junior musician had the task of playing tenor on the Lester Young piece "Tickle Toe." Young was famous for wearing pork pie hats, and for his cool tone.

Lynch strikes right note with off-color comedy

Wed, 29 Apr 2009 04:00:00 GMT

Comedian Stephen Lynch brought down the house on April 23 at 9 p.m. in the Kendall Hall Auditorium. Lynch sang 13 original songs, including "Waiting," "Fishin' Hole" and "Medieval Bush," several of which were from his new CD "3 Balloons." Although Lynch's notoriously offensive humor was occasionally met by stifled guffaws and cringing, he-went-a-little-too-far-that-time expressions, the majority of his jokes struck the right note, and incited the audience to laugh, clap, whistle and whoop its approval.

Roth's listless lyrics indicate decline of music industry

Wed, 29 Apr 2009 04:00:00 GMT

Asher Roth

"Asleep in the Bread Aisle"

1.5 out of 5 stars

When Nas titled his 2006 album "Hip Hop Is Dead," perhaps he was envisioning the rise of Asher Roth. But Roth isn't killing hip hop. The white rapper's road to prominence is more indicative of the decay of the music industry.

Bands use 'music as a weapon'

Wed, 29 Apr 2009 04:00:00 GMT

It was a warzone. Shots from the snare rang out in the night as bass and toms pulsed the Izod Center, shaking the ground on which the soldiers stood. Shrill screams of guitar poured from speakers, sending them into a frenzy. The infantrymen dressed in black circled the floor wildly, screaming and flailing in response to their field general's arrival, the man around which all of this chaos revolved.

Students, professors showcase creative talents

Wed, 29 Apr 2009 04:00:00 GMT

The end of the semester signifies the winding down of classes, signs of summer and for the culturally inclined, a fusion of arts in the Rathskeller. ? On Saturday, the Rat was once again host to the all-day student arts festival, The Goods. The biannual festival, hosted by Ink, is a celebration of writing, music and creative work.

'Observe and Report' not typical popcorn fare

Wed, 29 Apr 2009 04:00:00 GMT

Just a few months ago, audiences across the country were swept away by the hilarious antics of a crime-fighting mall cop named Paul Blart. Now, three months later, Hollywood has pumped out another security guard comedy, but as far as comparing the two, the comparison stops there.

Professor Rao sparks intellectual growth

Wed, 29 Apr 2009 04:00:00 GMT

The campus is abuzz with news that Nagesh Rao, Assistant Professor of English, was recently denied tenure. Many students are up in arms about this inconceivable affront. Through all the second-hand information and indignation one fact remains glaringly clear -Rao is a good professor.

Nagesh Rao isn't a 'bad teacher'

Wed, 29 Apr 2009 04:00:00 GMT

Professor Nagesh Rao was recently informed that he was being denied tenure and that his contract was not being renewed after next year.

Professor Rao teaches multicultural and postcolonial literature in the College's English department. He completed his PhD at Brown University, has studied with many renowned scholars including Neil Lazarus and is well respected in his field.

Passionate professor will not be reappointed

Wed, 29 Apr 2009 04:00:00 GMT

Assistant Professor Nagesh Rao, Phd. was denied tenure and reappointment by the English Department. I took Multicultural Literature LIT217 in Spring 2007, and I am currently taking his Senior Seminar in Research and Theory; Literature and Politics in Post Colonial Africa.

Dump and Run encourages recycling at the College

Wed, 29 Apr 2009 04:00:00 GMT

Every day, the average American produces more than four pounds of trash, which means that over the course of a single year, every one of us is responsible for adding almost a ton of waste to our nation's landfills. Although Americans make up only five percent of the world's total population, we are responsible for creating 30 percent of the world's trash.

America's war on drugs is misguided

Wed, 29 Apr 2009 04:00:00 GMT

After almost 40 years, the United States government's "War on Drugs" has reached a turning point - or so the media would have you believe. Lately, American news outlets have been hawking a story about Mexican drug cartels invading the United States. The threat, they tell us, is so big the Obama Administration is considering using the military to stop it.

LETTERS

Wed, 29 Apr 2009 04:00:00 GMT

Mock car captivates campus attention An opinion article recently ran about the legitimacy of events and presentations put on during Alcohol Awareness Week. It is quite possible that the majority of students have not been significantly impacted by the presence of a vehicle that was destroyed as a result of a drunk driver.

A week to forget

Wed, 29 Apr 2009 04:00:00 GMT

After two weeks which showcased surges of power and nine wins in 10 games, the Lions took a step in the wrong direction at the wrong time.

The Lions finished their regular season on a three-game losing streak, ending their year with a record of 20-16-1 en route to the opening round of the New Jersey Athletic Conference (NJAC) tournament beginning this week.

Spring Sports Recaps

Wed, 29 Apr 2009 04:00:00 GMT

Baseball recap

By Bobby Olivier

Sports Editor

After a disappointing Arizona road trip, the Lions baseball team was able to bounce back on the East Coast and put together a respectable season.

The College finished their regular season this weekend, ending the year with a record of 20-16-1.

Lions nab third seed, home field for NJAC

Wed, 29 Apr 2009 04:00:00 GMT

With a split of their doubleheader against No. 16 Rowan University, the College locked up the No. 3 seed and a home game at Lions' Park in the 2009 New Jersey Athletic Conference (NJAC) tournament.

The Lions will host that game against the No. 4 seeded Roadrunners of Ramapo College at 4 p.

College athletes impress at Penn Relays

Wed, 29 Apr 2009 04:00:00 GMT

The College of New Jersey track program hosted the annual Lions' Invitational on Saturday, April 25. The men's and women's track and field teams collected a number of ECAC qualifying marks and a few NCAA provisional marks.

Tim Blashford, sophomore pole vaulter, said, "Any meet at home is always fun.

Lion lacrosse team bounces back from two game skid, demolishes Dolphins

Wed, 29 Apr 2009 04:00:00 GMT

Sixteen was the magic number as the Lions bounced back from their first two losses of the season, recording two victories in dominating fashion this week. On Thursday the Lions blanked the visiting Dolphins of The College of Mount Saint Vincent 16-0, and then two days later routed the Bobcats of Frostburg State University, 16-3.

Women's tennis ends season on strong note

Wed, 29 Apr 2009 04:00:00 GMT

The women's tennis team ended their spring season in typical dominating fashion as the Lions swept Stevens Institute of Technology in a home match last Wednesday. After a 9-0 shutout, the College ends the season with an impressive 15-3 record and a perfect 10-0 mark at home.

Lion of the week: Allison Jaeger

Wed, 29 Apr 2009 04:00:00 GMT

Sophomore Allison Jaeger scored three goals in the College's ninth home victory of the season. She now sits at 99 goals in her career, and will look to break into the 100 goal plateau when the College hosts the Steven Institute of Technology on Wednesday.

Our first online-only edition

Wed, 29 Apr 2009 04:00:00 GMT

Congratulations! In front of your eyes is the first ever Signal online-only editorial, along with the rest of the first online-only edition.

Come Fall semester, we at The Signal hope to continue the trend of directing readers toward our Web site. Our web team will be working diligently over the summer to develop a new site that will lend itself to a 24-hour news cycle and breaking news.