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There’s Even an App for the Master Plan
Wednesday, November 13, 2013
General Elections in NY: Pace Reacts Taylor Longenberger News Editor
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The construction progress can be found in the timeline on the Pace website but also in the MyPace App. The icon for the app is a yellow hard hat that reads “under construction” and the Label for the icon is “Master Plan PLV.”
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Along with the Master Plan’s groundbreaking on Oct. 23, there have been new updates to be added to the progress that will be posted on the Master Plan App. The construction continues to go on with signs up saying “Par-
don our Appearance,” excusing the Pace campus for the current mess because of the construction taking place. The fence that hides the construction from the public also hides what is going on and the master planners want to keep everyone in the loop. The construction progress can be found not only in the timeline on the Pace website, but also in the MyPace App. The icon for
the app is a yellow hard hat that reads “under construction” and the Label for the icon is “Master Plan PLV.” Last week the construction update read: “It is anticipated that work will begin this week to clear the land behind the Goldstien Fitness Center for the new Environmental Center Complex. Erosion control measures will be put in place.”
Each week new information is posted about what will happen that week. The app will also correct the statements that may have not occurred or that have completed from the previous week. Questions regarding the Master Plan can be directed to the project Manager or the Business Leader William McGrath. Questions regarding the app should be directed to the IT help desk.
Pace Engages in International Education Week Tamara Bonet Feature Editor
Every student has their own personal reason for deciding on Pace in contrast to other considered universities. However, when International Education Week rolls around, Pace provides further reason to celebrate the decision.
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The motive behind the International Education Week is to provide an opportunity for students to bask in the benefits of international education and exchange worldwide. Not only does this include students who travel abroad, but also those who attend American universities, including Pace. This is it a joint initiative of the U.S. Department of State and the U.S. Department of
Education, and also partners with efforts to promote programs that prepare Americans for a global environment. This program was built to attract future leaders (the students) to engage in study abroad and exchange programs both in and outside of the United States. “I chose to study at Pace because of the internship opportunities,” freshman applied
CAMPUS WILDLIFE Feature Page 4
While the Environmental Center provides a hint of wildlife on campus, there is even more occurring naturally around us. Take a look at some of the species that wander Pace.
psychology major, Jessica Wong said. “I would have rather graduated from here.” But Jessica isn’t the only student to choose Pace as their institution of choice. There are currently 28 international students on the Pleasantville campus, and Continued on Page 3
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OPERATION CHRISTMAS CHILD News Page 5
Meet the organization behind Cru’s annual Christmas donation project.
Elections for public officials across United States, including the New York City mayoral race, as well as for State Supreme Court Justice, were held last Tues. Nov. 5. Democrat Bill de Blasio was voted the next mayor of New York City, claiming victory over the Republican Joe Lhota. The vote was a landslide with de Blasio having a 73 percent lead in votes over Lhota, with 24 percent of votes. Lhota, incumbent Mayor Michael Bloomberg, and President Obama congratulated de Blasio for his commanding win. Mayor-elect de Blasio is the first elected Democratic mayor in the last twenty years. He is challenged to create a new idea for New York following the outgoing Mayor Bloomberg, of twelve years. Bloomberg may have made New York a very safe city, but the gap upper and lower class gap still remained. De Blasio will take office on Jan. 1 and expects the transition of power to be a smooth one. As part of the general elections there were several amendments that were also part of the voting ballot. The New York State Casino Amendment is one of the most talked about changes to state law. This amendment alters the state construction of casinos to allow up to seven nonContinued on Page 5
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TATTOOS & PIERCINGS Opinion Page 6
It seemed like a good idea at the time... How will your ink and piercings hold up at job interviews and in your future career? The Pace Chronicle’s Opinion Editor dishes.
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Setters Leadership Program: Strengthening Leaders Through Service Tamara Bonet Feature Editor
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Students explore different leadership styles through programs on campus as well as across the country. The Setters Leadership Initiative is a program designed to bring out the inner leader in students exclusively on the Pleasantville campus. The Setters Leadership Program (SLP) and Setters Leadership House (SLH) are new programs developed to meet the needs of students. Beginning in 2010, the Director of Student Development and Campus Activities (SDCA) and a team of faculty and staff began researching leadership as an entity, then resulting in the piloting of the Setters Leadership Initiative. “Employers have said students have the hard skills (technology, specifics of industry), but not the soft skills,” Director of SDCA Rachel Carpenter said. “Soft skills are things that relate to conflict and self-awareness, and may not necessarily be easy to grasp.” While Pace does offer leadership programs and courses, not everyone takes advantage of them. In January 2012, the first group of the Setters Leadership Program took flight, providing now se-
niors and juniors the opportunity to begin their journey. The first semester was geared towards selfawareness and learning about individual strengths and weaknesses through programming and service events. SLP was initially designed for incoming students, but has now been opened up to secondyear and transfer students. The Dean will send an invitation to accepted students, inviting them to apply for the Setters Leadership House, as long as they have above a “B” average. Similarly, the Dean will invite all accepted students to the Setters Leadership Program, which does not have a GPA requirement. There are similar programs and service events, but each is unique to the students involved within it. “I have learned so much about myself and how to use my strengths to work with others people’s strengths,” junior communications major Samantha Clarke said. “We do a lot of workshops to learn about how to be a leader as an individual, with the community, and working in groups.” In addition to SLP, SLH resembles the newly formed First Year Interest Groups (FIGs) on campus. The SLH is designed specifically for freshmen who wish to engage in community service, volunteering and community and on campus leadership.
“I’m volunteering with a program called, Spark,” freshman business major Samantha Henry said. “We work with kids with Autism and other developmental disabilities and it has truly been a learning experience.” Through programming and workshops, the Setters Leadership Initiative provides a variety of opportunities for students. There are mentor group meetings, workshops (conflict management, communication, leadership values), group projects and more. Faculty and staff also play a role in the program by speaking with students about their experiences with leadership in their respective fields; in total, there are between 20-25 faculty and staff that are involved with the program. Carpenter expressed her excitement for future plans in the growth of the program. Some of the ideas include providing opportunities for third and fourth year students, including transfers, who are interested in becoming part of the SLP. Integrating co-curricular activities and leadership, as well as academics, are just a snapshot of what may be coming to the campus. A mentoring and leadership academic course is also being discussed which will allow upperclassmen to influence the newer Pace students.
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Singing with Glee Tamara Bonet Feature Editor
Whether it be through performance or at practice, students are opening new doors to showcase their talents. One student organization, the Glee Club, gives students further reason to vocalize their talents. Over recent years, Glee Club, or simply Glee, as it is referred to by its members, has acted as a base for students who want to engage in the arts. Since there is not a fine arts program on campus, Glee has taken the opportunity to give students a place to vocalize their musical talents.
“We really have a variety of members who share an abundance of musical tastes,” president and senior communications major Patrika Cheston said. “Since there isn’t a music or performing arts program, Glee really allows those interested in singing to take action.” With an intimate group of students, Cheston glorified the organization as a second family. All of the members take part in various events around campus, some of which have been described as encouraging and eye opening. The Glee Club has hosted concerts on campus for the student body and has been invited to perform on different oc-
casions for special events, such as graduation, and for faculty. “It’s really an honor to perform for the University,” Cheston said. Freshman Gabriel Solano joined Glee in his first few weeks and says it’s one of the greatest decisions he’s made. “It’s really a care free and fun environment,” freshman communications major Gabriel Solano said. “I couldn’t imagine expressing our talents anywhere else than in Glee.” Solano also stated that he will continue to do his part in growing the organization, not only as a member, but as a performer in this campus organization de-
scribed as a strong community. The Glee Club’s membership reflects the goals of the organization as all of the members are interested in furthering their talents, something that they would not be able to do without Glee. Cheston would like to see the organization grow before she graduates in May but is relying on the support of the student body to reach this goal. Glee is open to students who are musically inclined and have a desire to light up the room. For more information about Glee Club, please contact Patrika Cheston at pc41311p@pace.edu.
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The Glee Club practices at the Pace Perk on Sunday nights.
Pace Engages in International Education Week Continued from Page 1 as a university, including New York City, Pace represents over 30 countries. This allows the university to provide social and networking events amongst the international and domestic populations. “International Education Week is meant to really bring the population together,” staff assistant of Faculty-Led Study Abroad Maleia Sheflin said. And this has led students to engage in Pace’s culture. Freshman Stephanie Trupel from Sao Paulo, Brazil is fascinated with the idea of global education. “It really gives students a chance to experience different cultures in and out of academics,” freshman business major Stephanie Trupel said. Many of the thoughts Wong and Trupel have on global education can also be applied to American students. They both stated that they feel it is important for students to get exposure to other cultures, especially in today’s society. Pace will hold activities for International Education Week including an International Education Fair on Nov. 13 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., as well as the 2nd Annual International Jeopardy Tournament on Thu. Nov. 14 at 12:30 p.m. in the Student Union on the New York campus. For more information about international education programs, please contact Maleia Sheflin at (212) 346-1197.
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Wildlife on Campus An examination on the creatures around campus
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Jonathan Alvarez Located in Westchester County, the Pace-Pleasantville campus offers students a variety of options not found in the city campus. However, while some may find it more of an annoyance than a benefit, the Pleasantville campus offers students an environment abundant with wildlife. Whether it be the neighboring woods, the wetlands, or Choate Pond itself, animals seem to be located all around campus. While some students may be from the area, a large amount of students come from homes that aren’t located nearby. “This is a park –like to any students not from the area. Hopefully, they will appreciate the wildlife we have,” Assistant Director of the Environmental Center James Eyring said. “It’s a great opportunity to become aware of the environment.” Wildlife in mind, students have an opportunity to gain insight on some of the wildlife through the Environmental Center’s Wildlife Exhibits. This includes the Marty McGuire Museum, which is free and open to the public.
Dragonflies The Pace campus is home to a variety of species of dragonflies. Considered as the first winged insects to evolve some 300 million years ago, most modern dragonflies have wingspans of only two to five inches. Dragonflies have the ability to move each of their four wings independently,
“It’s their Earth. We share the planet with the creatures,” Eyring said. “We have to learn to live in closer harmony with these animals,” Some students may fall under the assumption that some of these animals are dangerous and a threat. Although some may be intimidating, students should be aware that when left alone, these creatures pose no harm. “No wildlife is going to attack, that is so far out of their natural behavior,” Erying said. “Most animals want to be left alone. They are afraid of people, for good reasons.” Consisting of a large variety of animals from minks to coyotes, Pace wildlife offers an opportunity to examine and learn more of what Mother Nature has to offer. “It’s a treasure to have all this wildlife,” Erying said. “I always tell people to treat wildlife and nature the way you want to be treated. You mess with them, they will mess back.” As the season changes, students may see a change in wildlife as well. Provided is a list of some notable creatures that can be found around campus.
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allowing them to become accurate killers when capturing prey in midflight. With viscous tenacity, dragonflies are able to crunch prey into a pulp through the use of their serrated jaws. They are also known for their dazzling appearance and brilliant colors.
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Common Snapping Turtles
Wild Turkeys Sometimes weighing in over 20 pounds, the wild turkey has been seen gobbling around campus, appearing from out of the woods. “They’re pretty neat, the wild turkey is up there when it comes to avoiding predators,” Eyring
for the powerful jaws and their aggressive disposition found out of water. Seen around Choate Pond, these turtles are one of many species that can be found on campus. Other turtles, like the red-eared slider, can be seen hanging out near the rocks in Choate Pond.
Holding the title as the New York State reptile, the common snapping turtle should not be confused with the alligator snapping turtle. The modern snapping turtle evolved over 40 million years ago, making their kind the oldest in compared to humans. Chelydra serpentine are known
said. “They’re kind of beautiful in a grotesque way. They usually appear in late autumn.” The Eastern Wild Turkey is believed to be the species first encountered in the wild by the Puritans, the founders of Jamestown.
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Minks The American Mink has been known for its cuteness, as well as its fur. “I’ve never seen a mink more than 20 feet away from a source of water,” Eyring said. “They normally live in root systems.” The mink is a semiaquatic mammal and a carnivore that preys on
rodents, fish, crustaceans, frogs, and birds. Due to its required living conditions, the wetlands located on campus provide great housing to these small creatures. Measuring from 12-18 inches in body length, the mink is highly prized for its soft, luxurious fur.
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Eastern Coyote The Eastern Coyote have been nicknamed “coywolf” and have been seen around the Pleasantville/Briarcliff campus. “They are relatively a new phenomenon in the area,” James Eyring said. “They are the new predatory animals once the wolves were hunted out.” Presiding in the northeast area of North America, the eastern
White-tailed Deer coyote has been known to weigh between 30-45 lb. on average. Largely opportunistic predators, these coyotes hunt mostly on small mammals and larger mammals when available; like deer. Studies have shown that the coyote’s larger size and unique behavioral characteristics may be a result of interbreeding with Canadian gray wolves. Photo from Wikipedia.org
Also known as the Virginia deer; the White-tailed deer is known for its white underside, which it displays and wags when it senses danger. The deer usually prefer to reside in the forest area during the winter in order to provide shelter from the harsh winter
weather. These herbivores usually grow up to 6 to 7.75 ft. in size; while weighing in from 110 to 300 lbs. “They’re graceful and beautiful animals,” Assistant Director of the Environmental Center James Eyring said.
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General Elections in NY: Pace Reacts Continued from Page 1 Indian casinos to be constructed across the state. “I didn’t even realize that there was a limit on the number of casinos that could be constructed,” senior information technology major JJ Gentile said. “It really doesn’t affect me all that much but I think that it could be a good thing for the state.” Students at Pace who were eligible and registered to vote took part in the general elections of last week. With some students from the city or commuters that still live there during the year, the idea of a new mayor of New
York City has presented great discussion. “De Blasio seems like a nice guy, but in my opinion it is not the mayor that needed fixing,” a Pace student wishing to remain anonymous said. “Nothing can be worse than Cuomo. I just hope that the two democrats don’t gang up and cause more problems.” Although many of Pace’s students are eligible to vote whether or not students or society at large will take the initiative to go out and engage in civic duty is an entirely different question. Those who vote determine how the results are shown and how the changes in politics are made.
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Packing Christmas Boxes to Make a Difference Taylor Longenberger News Editor
Cru and other organizations are coming together in hopes of making Operation Christmas Child one of Pace’s most successful events again. Operation Christmas Child (OCC) is an event that is through Samaritan’s Purse, an international relief organization. Samaritan’s Purse has been the organization facilitating the involvement of events promoting the gift giving to children. In order to be a part of the National Collection Week for the Operation from Nov. 18 to Nov. 25, Pace will be having its own
OCC. The event is designed to box gifts in order for them to be sent to children who are less fortunate. The attendees of the event will box the donated items and prepare them to be sent for Christmas. Students and other organizations are asked to donate toys, school supplies, socks, hats and gloves or any item that would fit in the size of shoebox. “These gifts go to impoverished areas of the world and for some of these kids it may be the only gift they receive,” Cru Vice President and junior communications and media major Kerene Edie said. “People don’t understand the power of a simple gift. We ask people to pack the boxes
with love, with the things we would pack for ourselves when we were children. We are Santa Claus for these kids. It is also a tangible way of reaching out to those who may feel forgotten. These boxes also go to orphanages and foster homes.” The event was originally created by Cru, formerly the Campus Crusade for Christ (CCC) and is cosponsored by many other organizations. “Some people do not understand how powerful giving is,” Edie said. “A simple box can change a child’s life. It is important to see how others lack and even if we don’t have all of what we want, we are still living a great life. I give because I know
what it is like not to have, not because I have to give. Sometimes we feel like we have nothing to give. This is an opportunity to change someone’s life, maybe by just giving a washrag or toy or hygiene product.” Last year, there were nine cosponsors for this event. This year there are between fifteen and twenty. Some of the organizations that will be helping in the effort to create a happy holiday for those less fortunate this year include: The AALANA Mentorship Program, The Gay Straight Alliance (GSA), The Population and Community Development Association (PDA), The Black Student Union (BSU), The Future Educators Association
Photo from Operation Christmas Child Operation Christmas Child is an event that is through Samaritan’s Purse, an international relief organization. Samaritan’s Purse has been the organization to facilitate the involvement of events promoting the gift giving to children.
(FEA), Student Development and Campus Activities (SDCA), and Golden Key. This will be the third year that the event will have been running. The first year, there were roughly 70 boxes packed for the children around the world, and last year there were 105 boxes packed. This year, Cru’s goal and mission is to make it to 150 boxes. Edie explained that she introduced the idea of bringing OCC to Pace in her freshman year because of the impact that the program, through Samaritan’s Purse, was able to provide her. She described herself as being an example of someone that “came full circle.” The encouragement and help that organization gave her was what brought her to give back when she finally could. “It is a passion of mine because I received a box at school in Jamaica,” Edie said. “I am now volunteer as the community relations for the lower Hudson area and a public speaker for OCC. It is important because I received my first gift from OCC. I remember sharing a washcloth and other things with my older sister. I didn’t own much.” It is people just like Edie and her sister that are helped by the organization. The gifts that will be given from the boxes that will be wrapped are something that could change a person’s life. It is all a matter of people helping each other that makes the organization work the way that it does. Operation Christmas Child will be held Fri. Nov. 15 at 7 pm. If students or organizations are interested in becoming involved, they should contact Cru Vice President Kerene Edie.
OPERATION CHRISTMAS CHILD Friday, November 15 @ 7:00 PM
Contact Cru Vice President Kerene Edie for more information on how you can get involved!
Opinion Among Other Things Sara Moriarty Opinion Editor
Human nature is a funny thing. There are clearly defined Type A and Type B personalities, with countless combinations of the two. Some people are lazy, and others are driven to succeed. It can also be argued that some people strive to enjoy life with as little stress as possible, while others work so hard that they forget to appreciate what’s around them. Some people might change their light bulbs right away, probably the ones leaning more toward Type A. These people will make sure their lives are efficient, successful, maybe even adventurous, with every small detail accounted for. The opposite might also be true people who strive to achieve amidst stress, like forgetting about the small but important things like light bulbs. At any rate, many people will not replace a dead light bulb immediately. What is it about changing light bulbs? It isn’t difficult. It isn’t very expensive. But it brings out, arguably, some of the worst qualities in people. Sloth. Laziness. Forgetfulness. Perhaps even selfishnessneglecting to change a light bulb because it will require effort, even if this small effort will benefit others who occasionally visit or who live with you. Eventually, of course, the darkened bulb, some how or other, is replaced with one that actually lights up. Every time a fresh, new light bulb is screwed into a lamp, one thinks it will last forever. The person replacing the light bulb knows in the back of his mind that the light bulb will go out at some point, but still believes that this will be far in the future- so far, in fact, that he never has to worry about changing the bulb again. This is an exaggeration, of course. But the exaggeration is an enticing one, so there are no spare light bulbs to be found in the house. The replacer of the light bulb does not prepare for the next time the light bulb succumbs to darkness and must be replaced. The light bulb will eventually go out. The light that has been flicked on every day will, all of a sudden, flicker and die. Sitting alone in darkness for a moment
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College is about finding ourselves, and learning from any and all experiences. Here, I’ll examine the implications behind anything and everything- from classes to relationships, from Twitter selfies to self-realizations… among other things. or two, the victim of the darkened light bulb will walk across the room and turn on a dim lamp. For the next week, the victim turns on the switch of the dead bulb, out of habit. The week after that, the habit dies, and the victim relies solely on the little lamp at the end of the room, forgetting about the old light source, but not completely. In the back of his mind, the victim always knows that the old light could be replaced; it is just the light bulb that went out. It could be replaced with a fancy energy efficient bulb and shine even brighter. It would be so easy. Just pick up a light bulb at the grocery store. Such minimal effort for such a bright, long lasting lightbut the victim only focuses on the short term, the minimal effort that he does not want to make. Alas, the effort is not made for another several weeks. The process of the light bulb again begins, a glorious, bright beginning, and an ending consisting of a month of darkness due to ill preparedness (i.e. lack of spare light bulbs) and procrastination. The light bulb can thus be a metaphor for the human tendency to procrastinate. The light bulb dilemma can represent the human avoidance of confronting problems to fix them. Humanity, or at least some of it, will instead avoid confrontation and rely on other sources to avoid the specific problem- like the dim lamp at the end of the room. The lamp doesn’t serve much function, and before the main light died, the lamp was just used as decoration. Some people may be inclined to fix their problems immediately while others find it easier to live without a light bulb, thinking only of the short term, thinking only of the immediate effort and not how it will pay off in the long run. The light bulb metaphor has been and can be applied to many aspects of human life, from career difficulties to relationship issues. Take it as you will. However, I wrote this mainly because one light bulb in my bathroom went out. I want to replace it, but I consistently neglect to do so. Instead of replacing the light bulb I went through all of this effort to write an essay about light bulbs. What does this say about me? Damn light bulb.
Photo from Forbes.com It might be acceptable to have tattoos in the workforce, but Pace students place the most importance on the meaning behind tattoos rather.
Tattoos, Piercings, and Your Job Prospects Sara Moriarty Opinion Editor
People get tattoos for a variety of reason. Some tattoos might honor a family member or significant other. Some may pay homage to a heritage or passion. Maybe some tattoos are just something to signify that a teenager is an individual who is no longer under the complete jurisdiction of his or her parents. At Pace, opinions on tattoos differ, but the general consensus seems to be that tattoos are okay as long as they have some form of value to the owner. Many of my friends have gotten tattoos and piercings in recent years, and for the most part, I have supported these decisions. But I still cannot see the ultimate point in getting a tattoo, at least not for myself. We are all well versed in the idea that tattoos and piercings may not be viewed well in the job market. A giant skull on your face is probably not going to help you get hired- unless you’re applying for a job at a tattoo parlor. However, according to an article in Forbes called “Tattoos: No Longer a Kiss of Death in the Workplace,” some white-collar employers are taking a more lax approach when it comes to judg-
ing potential workers on their appearance. The article cites the case of the vice president of a sports company in Philadelphia, who landed the job despite having tattoos across her chest. That being said, some employers still might judge on appearance, something the Forbes article also makes clear. This still leaves options for tattoos, however. The hip, the ankle, wrists, the “tramp-stamp,” are all still viable options that won’t hurt one’s standing in the job market or at line in the career fair. But, I still can never see myself getting a tattoo; it’s expensive. That is money I would rather spend on textbooks and pizza, or save for concert tickets. I understand that tattoos can have meaning, but personally I would rather express myself through other means. But, I am very biased because I have terrible buyer’s remorse. I can hardly purchase a shirt without regretting it, so I couldn’t imagine marking myself for life. Another problem with tattoos: we all age, and tattoos fade and stretch. Perhaps some don’t, and perhaps there will be better technology to avoid this problem in the future. But still, fading and stretching of tattoos remains a problem.
While I remain afraid to “get inked,” many Pace students do not share my fear. “I have one tattoo and am getting another. Personally, I need my tattoos to have meaning to me,” sophomore criminal justice major Mackenzie Ferguson said. “But I won’t judge others if their tattoos don’t have meaning, it’s alright if people choose get tattoos just because they liked how they looked.” Other students agreed that tattoos should be meaningful, even if the value is only in “how it looks,” or, in other words, in the form of artistic expression and beauty. “I’d only get a tattoo if it’s meaningful. It should be of value to you,” sophomore communications major Steve Cosentino said. One student I spoke to made an excellent point when it comes to tattoos, piercings or anything else. “Do whatever you want, as long as you’re cool with it,” sophomore nursing major Heather Remsen said. Remsen’s words make sense, and the message here is that students should remain true to themselves while making practical decisions that won’t hinder any future careers.
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Dating at Pace vs. Online Dating Derek & Ceci vs. Not Dating Make a Sex Column
Photo from Doandroidsdance.com To pass it on or pass it up? Pace organizations have an incestuous routine of sharing sexual partners..
Four Guys, One Girl:
Pace Groupies Get Around Photo from Digitaltrends.com Online dating is popular, but some Pace students think it is better to meet someone on campus rather than on the web. Sara Moriarty Opinion Editor
“I don’t need a man. I don’t care right now. I can take care of myself,” one sophomore said. She chose to remain anonymous. Many students do feel this way, and I agree with this anonymous sophomore. College is about finding yourself, your passion, and making plans for how you want your life to go. I’m not saying to be closed to the idea of a relationship, especially should someone worthy meander into your life. But, college is, like the anonymous sophomore said, about taking care of yourself or at least learning how to be independent. But, with the plethora of social media sites specifically designed for meeting people and aiding the formation of relationships, the idea of college independence can be easily forgotten. EHarmony, JDate, Christian Mingle, the college-specific DateMySchool.com, the flirty Zoosk. com- these are all sites marketed to single adults both young and old. Some students might feel lonely or even just bored with the scene of people here at Pace. Perhaps some just don’t enjoy going out and partying or even going out to school-sanctioned events, so perhaps these websites might be a viable option. “[Online dating] works for
some people but not for everyone,” sophomore nursing major Allie Kress said. “It’s easy to meet people at parties, but if you’re not going out then online dating might work for you.” This much is true. Every Match.com commercial brags about the percentages of couples who meet each other and “stay together.” But some students still dislike the idea of meeting someone online, or even just actively seeking a relationship during their college years. “Everyone is creepy,” said junior nursing major Brittany Wolff in reference to people who use dating websites. You never truly know who you are talking to or who you will find online. If you do feel that you want to take a chance on starting some kind of relationship, you may be better off meeting someone at Paulie’s or asking out the cute guy in math class. It’s up to the individual to decide which method of meeting people is best for them, but online dating might generally not be the best for the college-aged individual. “Don’t go looking online, not at our age. It’s an old person thing,” sophomore education major Jack Quinn said. While the “old person” comment may be arguable, Quinn makes the point that we are young and have the ability to go out without worrying about finding
anyone serious. “Online dating is more for people not in college,” sophomore business major Rodiel Galvez said. “In college, there are people everywhere.” This is one of the only times in our lives where we are surrounded by people in our age group, whether we live on campus or not. This is one of the only times where we can go out every weekend with some sense of independence, but not full adult responsibility. College is the time to meet new people and learn new things without the specific intention of going out to meet potential significant others. Actively seeking a partner might only lead to disappointment or run-ins with internet creeps. Meeting someone on campus, getting to know that someone, and proceeding to date them, is different, and can lead to a fun college relationship. But don’t get your hopes up to meet that special someone on campus or online. The anonymous sophomore sums up her feelings on the college dating scene. She is not actively seeking out any kind of relationship; she is focusing on herself. “Right now, I’m happy. Until I have a job with a fixed income and feel like I want to settle, then maybe I’ll turn to some dating website,” she said.
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Cecilia Levine
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A disturbing trend has been occurring on college campuses across the country. Female fans are taking their team spirit from the bleachers to the beds and friends of fraternities are hopping like jack-rabbits from brother to brother. These girls make the rounds. They are a staple in the brotherhood, a familiar face in the house. Don’t be fooled, there are boys that do the same, they just keep it under wraps. “There has definitely been the sharing of girls within my fraternity,” junior criminal justice and psychology major and Delta Kappa Epsilon (DKE) brother Mike Lotocky said. “I have unintentionally been a part of it.” Lotocky’s fraternity brother, junior accounting major David Goldstein, can attest. “I’ve seen the same girl in my house multiple times,” Goldstein said, “and not all of the times with the same person.” The DKE house is not alone in this matter. “I believe that Pace has those girls but it’s not very high in numbers,” sophomore political science major and fine arts minor Pat Dooley said. “My female friends talk about who they’ve slept with and it seems to follow a certain trend of brothers or friend circles.” Regardless of which gender is doing the circulation, it’s instinctual for people to fall for those of the same friend group. Girls that meet their boyfriend’s teammates and
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guys that meet their girlfriend’s sorority sisters often unavoidably end up hooking up. “I don’t think that it’s passing around a person so much as it just happens,” senior marketing major and Phi Kappa Tau brother Justin Flores said. This is likely the case for students both living and partying on campus. At a school as small as Pace, it is not uncommon for girls to find themselves back in the same house but different beds. Sexy? Not exactly. Convenient? Absolutely. As twisted as it may be, those who get down and dirty with the same people often see it as a further means of bonding. “I do not think it’s gross because it’s college,” Goldstein said. “They’re my brothers, if I’d die for them why wouldn’t I share a girl with them?” The same goes for girls who share the same guys. For females this act of passing is considered betrayal as opposed to an element of a sisterhood. “In Sigma Lamda Upsilon (SLU) we tell each other everything so we would never disrespect one another,” senior business management major and peace and justice minor Kelsey Laro said. “Guys have a different perspective, when they hook up with the same girl they high five because it connects them - girls will fight.” So is it up to the boys to be gentlemen and pass up the offer, or is it the ladies responsibility to act in a modest manner? No matter who’s responsibility it is to turn down the temptation of getting your rocks off, it will always be a moral dilemma within the battle of the sexes.
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As an eighteen-year-old woman, I have pride in my ability to dress well. I know what colors match, and I know what looks good with my body type. But as a freshman college student in the Big Apple, it can be difficult to accept that I cannot afford the $700 Michael Kors leather jacket from Lord and Taylor or even the $70 dollar sweater in a local shop in town. Here at Pace, our two campuses are polar opposites. As a freshman who was required to attend Convocation, it was quite obvious who was from Pleasantville and who was from New York City. Pleasantville students wear the jeans and sweatshirts while the New York City students wear the tribal leggings with loafers, vintage leather vest paired with a beanie and purse that, let’s face it, can’t really hold much. They looked at us as if we were different breeds and it was as if they held their noses up to us and strutted their stuff down Shirley Beth’s Way. But does this make them better than us? No way. We are just as beautiful and strong as they are. While I am a beautiful and strong woman, I still want those tribal leggings and leather vest. I am human and definitely that type of girl that “never has enough shoes”. So what are the steps we can take to succeed in the fashion world and keep our less than full bank accounts happy? 1. Online shopping. In the technological and information age, we could easily browse the Internet in our sleep. There are websites out there that cater to our specific needs as broke college students with a desire for fashion. ModCloth has an excellent selection of sale items, in my opinion. Vintage dresses, blazers, vests, jewelry, etc. are among their selection. 2. Be the savvy shopper. When I go to the Palisades Mall, the clearance rack in the very back of the store is my best friend. It treats me right every time we meet, and it always gets better and better. With 30, 40, even sometimes 50% off, the receipt of my purchases reads much nicer. 3. Don’t overspend. When you go shopping, always have a budget in mind and stick to it. Straying from the plan leads to overdrawn credit cards and/ or empty banks accounts. Stay strong; stick to your guns, and you will do that happy dance down the hall with all of your goodies. There is no reason why we can’t have the same New York City look without worrying about our pockets. We will just have it at a much lower price. As for me, that brings me more happiness anyway. So don’t worry Pace, be happy.
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Where’s ‘The Schtick’?
Do you want to be The Pace Chronicle’s next cartoonist? Meetings are held Sundays at 9 PM on the Third Floor of Wilcox e-mail Jonathan.Alvarez@pace.edu for more information
Alice Altshuler is one of the many students at Pace who is able to enjoy the college experience through the Successful Learning Center (SLC). SLC, according to its website, is a program that enables students with disabilities to meet and interact with other college students and become exposed to the collegiate environment. On Wednesdays, students in SLC come to Pace and spend time with other students through the Lunch Buddies program. It was through this program that the Chronicle’s Editor in Chief, Jonathan Alvarez, met Alice and learned of her future aspirations of becoming a journalist. When Jonathan promised to publish her writing in The Pace Chronicle, she immediately began typing away at a nearby computer and assured him she would have her article submitted the next day. Alice kept her word, and the following column gives in-depth accounts of her days at Pace. For more information on SLC or the Lunch Buddies program, stop by the Setter’s Lounge on Wednesdays or visit their website www.successfullearningcenter.com.
Alice Altshuler Featured Writer
Here at Pace we have had to come in on Mondays on holidays. The holidays are Veteran’s Day and Columbus Day. I think we need to have Monday holidays off. We need to be home on those days with our families at home relaxing. When it was Columbus Day and I had to come in, I felt like I really wanted to be home. I had a good day being at school though. I think once in a while we need a three-day weekend just to enjoy some relaxation time. All in all, even though we come in on Mondays on holidays, I still enjoy coming in for classes.
Entertainment
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Arcade Fire Reflektor A reflection of what’s hot in entertainment from the perspective of Pace student’s versus that of one eccentric writer
Derek Kademian
Entertainment Editor
Grammy Award winner Arcade Fire has returned with its highly anticipated album Reflektor, which is receiving nothing but positive attention. “I think they really had something with the new album,” said senior marketing major Steven Druan, “it showed us a lot of different sides of them that we hadn’t seen before.” Bringing on producer James Murphy, owner of Death From Above (DFA) Records and front man of the Grammy nominated band LCD Soundsystem, brought Arcade Fire to new grounds through his disco-funk style. “There is a whole new vibe on this record, it’s out there at times but I think that’s a good thing,” junior finance major Rafael Puerari said. “Their last albums were so much more serious so I’m glad they came out with something I can dance to. ” Unlike their previous albums, which emphasize relationships within families and neighbor-
hoods, Reflektor is about the theme of isolation and reflecting on certain part of your life. The two conflicting themes make for a different sound than what their fans have become accustomed to. “[Reflector] took a darker turn for them, but they’ve definitely stuck to their ideology,” senior media communications major Marielle IIjazoski said. My Two Cents: Since Arcade Fire released their self-titled EP ten years ago they have came out with nothing but spectacular work and Reflektor is no exception to this trend. The album breaks musical barriers in almost every conceivable way. Their last album, The Suburbs, won a Grammy for album of the year in which they challenged audiences through subjects such as the urban sprawl, poverty and paid homage to front man Win Butler’s suburban upbringings. Reflektor is far more mature and yet it seems more playful than ever. Using influences from the Caribbean music, Arcade Fire has closed the gap between Indie Rock, Rara (music of Haiti), 50’s era Rock n’ Roll and Disco Noir.
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Arcade Fire’s new album showcases the newly adopted genres. If the Bee Gee’s made their music in a parallel, surrealistic universe, Reflektor would be the outcome. The production value itself is award worthy let alone the actual quality of lyrics and originality. Aracade Fire’s collaborations with Indie titans such as James Murphy, David Bowie and Owen Pallett elevate texture
and consistency while its new Haitian influences further expose the band to new themes. Over the past decade Arcade Fire has risen through the underground and has been dubbed the quintessential Indie Rock band and Reflektor is the plaque that certifies their authenticity and earnestness.
Reflektor captures the awe of their live shows, in contrast to the efforts of previous albums which did not encompass the same feeling. With no sign of a world tour on the horizon, it may be a while until Arcade Fire fans have an opportunity to see these stage masters show off their skills.
According to CNN Money, 8 of the top 20 fastest growing jobs are in computing.
Entertainment This Week at the
JACOB BURNS FILM CENTER
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Artist Spotlight: Mackenzie Ferguson
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Blue is the Warmest Color This controversial Palme d’or winner centers on 15-year-old Adèle and her relationship with the confident and charismatic Emma, a slightly older bluehaired art student. Their intense and complicated love story spans several years and is touchingly universal in its depiction of sexual awakening.
Photo by Danielle Huebner Pace sophomore Mackenzie Ferguson provides the soundtrack to your life.
Abdellatif Kechiche . 2013. 179 m. NC-17. France, French with subtitles. IFC Films.
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Entertainment Editor
Wherever a student may be in Kessel Student Center, there is a good chance that sophomore criminal justice major Mackenzie Ferguson is providing the soundtrack to student conversation. The piano-playing prodogy
Steve McQueen. 2013. 133 m. R. USA. Fox Searchlight.
Pussy Riot: A Punk Prayer In 2011 Vladimir Putin was reinstalled as the Russian president after a controversial election. No protesters got more notice than the feminist collective Pussy Riot, who donned colorful ski masks and jumped on the altar of a Moscow cathedral to sing “Virgin Mary, Put Putin Away.” Focusing on the show trial they endured, this film, which won a special prize at Sundance for “punk spirit,” reveals the people behind the ski masks. Mike Lerner/ Maxim Pozdorovkin. 2013. 88 m. NR. UK/Russia, Russian with subtitles. HBO Films.
ther had an organ and whenever I’d go to visit him I would just start pounding on the keys and eventually he gave me the organ,” Ferguson said. Regardless of the fact that she wants to go into law at some point, she is trying to hold on to her talent. “Even though I’m not going to be playing for a living it is still
One Roof, Two Departments
12 Years A Slave Based on the true story of one man’s fight for survival and freedom. In the pre-Civil War United States, Solomon Northup (Chiwetel Ejiofor), a free black man from upstate New York, is abducted and sold into slavery. Facing cruelty (personified by a malevolent slave owner, portrayed by Michael Fassbender), as well as unexpected kindnesses, Solomon struggles not only to stay alive, but to retain his dignity.
is starting to gain quite the reputation around campus as the goto-gal for easy listening. Ferguson has been playing piano since she was six years old and has been performing ever since. She has also participated in the New York State School Associations for levels four, five and six. “It started when my grandfa-
very much a part of my life,” Ferguson said. Apparently Ferguson’s abilities have also gotten her some side jobs working as a piano teacher in her hometown of Danbury, Connecticut. Her job carried over by chance to the Pace commuter lounge. “Normally I’m a paid piano instructor but I don’t charge people when I’m at Pace because I just enjoy doing it,” Ferguson said. Ferguson’s talent is not taken for granted by her musically enthused, Pace students. “Mackie’s a really great instructor, she explains things incredibly well and she even brings her own sheet music so it’s convenient.” Sophomore Computer Science major Xavier Carlson said. All areas of music from Dubstep to Rap, and many composers such as Beethoven and Bach have been equally influential in the ever-improving artist’s career. “I think every great composer has different aspects that you admire about them, so I take pieces from all of them when I try to play a song,” Ferguson said. While music may not be the chosen career path for Ferguson, she is confident that it will always be an important part of her future endeavors.
Derek Kademian
Entertainment Editor
With the Master Plan in full effect, the Media Communications and Visual Arts program has started to unveil its big plans for the changes, moves and additions happening in the near future. “The most significant change is going to be moving the art department to Wilcox,” Department Chair Robert Klaeger said. The Media Communications merged with the Art department three years ago but now it is time that they connect them physically. Most of the construction done on campus so far has taken place around Paton House and its parking lot, prompting the question of how it fits into the plan. According to Professor Klaeger, the art studios that are currently located in Paton House will be moved onto the third floor of Willcox Hall. They are going to create studios for painting, drawing and preparation. Paton House will then be renovated and turned into administrative offices, but the details of who is exactly moving in is unclear at the moment. “We all loved being in our
old charming stone building but I look forward to the move as a way to energize the department,” painting professor Kathryn Morohn said. The changes expand into The Art Barn, which although is typically reserved for ceramics, will also be getting a makeover. “The Art Barn is going to get rebuilt so that it can be used for both ceramics and sculpture,”
Klaeger said. “There is a lot of unused space in there so we are going to take advantage of it.” The Art Department is not alone in its expansion. The Media Communications major will be getting two additional classrooms. One will serve as a screening room while the other will be a new studio space. “The new studio space will be a sound stage and The Art Barn
renovations will be completed by this summer,” Klaeger said. The spatial merge of the Media Communications and Visual Arts departments between the Art Barn and Paton House are expected to be finished by the end of the Summer of 2014 as for the rest of the changes they will not take place until the Spring of 2015.
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Sports
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Men’s Basketball Captain Looks To Lead Team To New Horizons
Photo from Stockton Photo, Inc. Denzel Primus-Devonish against LIU Post Natalia Alvarez Pagan Sports Editor
Senior Denzel Primus-Devonish hopes to leave a lasting legacy with his alma-mater, as he hopes to help lead the team to the
NCAA Tournament and more. “I think that the whole basketball staff has done a great job of assembling the team for this season, and ultimately our goal is to make it to the NCAA Tournament,” said Primus-Devonish, a global marketing major from Riverdale, Maryland. “I also
want us to be one of the top teams in our conference.” Being the co-captain for the basketball team, Primus-Devonish looks forward to the new season and hopes to serve the title well. “I am honored to be named co-captain, and I understand
that being captain means that you need to be a leader both on and off the court,” said PrimusDevonish, who was named to the Northeast-10 Conference Third Team Selection for the 20112012 season. Assistant Coach Kevin Clark believes that Primus-Devonish has excelled as a player on the team over his years here at Pace. “Denzel has been a huge asset for Pace University, both on and off the court” Clark said. “He has excelled as a four year star on the basketball team and has continuously grown in the classroom. Denzel looks to improve every day and helps lead our team with his experience, which is everything we look for in our captain.” Primus-Devonish has accumulated several top accolades throughout his career at Pace, including being named to the Northeast-10 Conference Weekly Honor Roll six times between the years 2011 and 2013 and being named to the Northeast-10 Conference All-Rookie Team for 2010-2011, among other things. Having been at Pace his whole college career, Primus-Devonish has seen many changes go on within the department, as well as himself as a player. “Recently there have been a lot of changes going on, but they have all been for the better,” Primus-Devonish said. “It’s really gotten better since they hired the new Athletic Director. They are really trying to make it more like a Division I school.” Having played in all 26 games in the 2012-2013 season, as well as all 27 games for the 20112012 season, Primus-Devonish has had plenty of opportunities to improve as a player. (pacesettersathletics.com) “I think personally I have also
seen changes in myself as a player,” said Primus-Devonish, who started playing basketball when he was nine years old, mostly because all of his friends started playing as well. “It’s been a huge learning curve, and I am still learning every day.” Over the past three seasons at Pace, Primus-Devonish has been one of the top five leaders in various categories in the NE-10, including third leading scorer with 12.8 PPG in 2012-2013, as well as being fourth in assists with an average of 4.85 assists per game in 2010-2011, allowing his goal to seem much more reachable. (pacesettersathletics.com) “I am always looking to be more successful, to work harder, and to get better each day. One of my goals is to be recognized as one of the top point guards in the league,” Primus-Devonish said. Primus-Devonish feels like the road to success can be challenging, but with new recruits brought in this season, along with a new coach, he has high hopes for this upcoming season. “I think that we have a really good chemistry going on,” Primus-Devonish said. “The new recruits came in at around late August, so we’ve had about two months together, but we’ve gotten to know each other and understand each other as players and I think that we mesh really well.” With plenty of practices under their belts, a strong team unit is certainly what Primus-Devonish believes to be the key to success. “We know how to play together, and I think that we have a certain confidence and belief in our abilities that will help us be successful,” Primus-Devonish said.
Setters Lose to St. Anselm Hawks In Final Home Game Natalia Alvarez Pagan Sports Editor
On the day that Pace recognized its football seniors for their career as Setters, the Saint Anselm Hawks came out with their first victory of the year as they beat the Setters 63-33. Saint Anselm improved its record to 1-9 while the Setters fell to 0-10. The Hawks scored the first touchdown of the game as freshman quarterback Yianni Gavalas, from Manhasset, New York, completed an eight yard pass to wide receiver Ahkeen Williams, a junior from DeWitt, New York, to give Saint Anselm a 7-0 lead. The Setters were able to tie up the game quickly, as quarterback Antwan Washington made a three-yard rush play for a touchdown. The game remained tied till the final minutes of the first half,
as Gavalas made a 32 yard pass to junior wide receiver Brandon Gomes, from Providence, Rhode Island, to give the Hawks a 14-7 lead. Another touchdown in the second half of the game gave the Hawks a 21-7 lead, but the Setters once again cut the lead with Washigton making a one yard rush play to make it 21-14. With the score at 28-14, Washigton made a 23 yard pass to senior wide receiver Matt Tarpley, from Plymouth, Minnesota, making it 28-21. With another touchdown from Saint Anselm, the Setters ended the first half trailing 35-21. The second half of the game was when the Hawks really took off, scoring three touchdowns in the third quarter and one more in the fourth. Pace ended its scoring in the fourth, with Washington completing a six yard pass to Tarpley, making it 55-33.
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For the Setters, Washington ended the day completing 21-of34 passes for 397 yards, which is a career high, as well as three touch-
Pace football will compete at the Northeast-10 Championship this weekend.
downs. Tarpley also ended with a season-high in yards with 112, while scoring two touchdowns. The last game of the season for
the Setters will be Sat., Nov. 16 at Long Island University Post for the Northeast-10 Championship Weekend.
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Setters Basketball
Margo Hackett pictured above as Setters played against Queens
Starts on Wrong Foot Natalia Alvarez Pagan Sports Editor
The basketball season began on Sat., Nov. 9, with both the men and women’s teams taking on their opponents, and both unable to start the season off with a win. The women’s team took on Queens College at home, losing the game by a score of 70-61, while the men’s team lost a close game by a score of 84-82 while facing off against Long Island University (LIU) Post on the road. The women’s game started off with plenty of momentum on the Setter’s side, as they were able to erase an early deficit to take the lead. The Queens College Knights started off with a 4-0 lead but a three point shot from sophomore forward Yuni Sheri, from Poughkeepsie, New York, cut the deficit to just one point. Later, another three point shot from Shanice Maynard, a junior from Camden, New Jersey, gave the Setters a 6-5 lead. Pace continued along as Queens College kept pace, keeping the game close throughout. The biggest lead for the Setters was four points when they lead the game 18-14. A foul by freshman Shanice Allen allowed Queens to close in, as sophomore guard Joya McFarland from the Bronx, New York, made both her three throw shots
to make it 18-16. After another three point shot from Maynard, Queens College made their way back, as freshman MacKenzie Rowland, from Cohoes, New York, made a layup to make it 26-25, while shortly after junior Kasheema Besley made tied the game up at 28-28 with free throw. From there the Knights took over, ending the first half of the game with a 42-34 lead. As the second half of the game came along, the Setters came back fighting, slowly beginning to close the gap. With 12 minutes remaining in the second half, junior guard Margo Hackett, from Pawling, New York, made the first of three consecutive three point shots to make it 50-41. Loren Kaiser, a freshman from Stewartsville, New Jersey, making her college debut, followed with the second consecutive three point shot, while Hackett delivered the third consecutive three point shot, closing the gap to 50-47. With a layup from Kaiser, the Setters were able to tie the game once again at 50-50. The next eight minutes saw neither team have more than a four point lead. But in the last two minutes of the game, the Knights were able to separate themselves from the Setters, eventually winning by a score of 70-61. Hackett led the Setters with 20 points, 15 of which came in
Photo from PaceSettersAthletics.com Denzel Primus-Devonish scored 37 points in Saturday’s game.
the second half, while Sher led with 10 rebounds while also contributing 8 points. An 8-for-20 free-throw performance ended up hurting the Setters, as the Knights were able to make 22 out of 31 free throws. Meanwhile, the men’s team took on the LIU Post Pioneers in what ended up being a tough loss for the Setters. The Pioneers took over early on in the game. Forward Tyuan Williams, from Newark, New Jersey, had a dunk to give the Pioneers an 11-6 lead while P.J. Torres, junior from New Rochelle, New York, made a three point shot to make it 14-6. With 12 minutes left in the first half, the Pioneers biggest lead was 20-8, but two free throws from new recruit Jamaal James, who comes over from Southeaster
Louisiana University, made two free throw shots to make it 20-11. With about four minutes left in the game to play, a layup from Nick Jackson, a sophomore guard from Brooklyn, New York, tied the game up at 40-40. The Setters continued forward from there, with graduate student Kevin Berardini, another recruit for the Setters, making two jump shots to help the Setters end the first half with a 51-47 lead. “The guys played their hearts out,” graduate assistant coach Kevin Clark said. In the second half, the Setters started off maintaining the lead for about half the time, until sophomore guard Dillon Burns, from Staten Island, New York, gave the Pioneers a 67-65 lead. It remained a close game till the end, with the biggest lead be-
ing five points. Two free throw shots from Burns ended up being the difference in the game as the Pioneers beat the Setters 84-82. Two Setters ended the game with a double-double, as senior Denzel Primus-Devonish scored 21 points and eleven assists, and sophomore Jayleen Mann scored 19 points and 13 boards. Though the Setters were unable to secure a win at the beginning of the season, head coach Pat Kennedy decided to focus on the positives as the Setters move forward. “To play a top 20 program on the road to a 2 point game was very encouraging,” Kennedy said. The full schedule for both Pace basketball teams can be found online at pacesettersathletics.com.