The Griffin: volume 67, issue 07 - Oct. 25, 1996

              Canisius College and Tom Hersey, Director of Retention, are proud to annouce the kickoff of Parents Weekend '96 beginning today through Sunday. This year Parents Weekend is filled with many exciting events and activities for parents, students, and faculty alike. The activities offer something for everyone to participate in. In preparing the scheduale of events for this exciting time, Tom Hersey explains that, "We want our parents to see what we're doing here. Give them a chance to visit with the students in their enviroment and assess the growth of their daughters and sons in their Canisius education."(Left from right) Peter Cumbo, Katie Sion, Matthew Slazalc, Sarah Ausberger and Michael Garvey perform John Loves Mary as a part of Parent's Weekend. Photo by Christina, tank Details on this weekends events can be found in the Parents Weekend brochure. Canisius College is proud to offer such an exciting weekend to its parents and students. As Tom Hersey states, "It's a great opportunity to bring the campus together in a cooperative environment."Top the Parents Weekend experience off with a few social events such as the Picnic/Tailgate Party before the football game, the Residence Hall Social, a pumpkin carving contest, or Octoberfest in the Student Center Cafeteria and you have the makings of an enjoyable weekend with mom and dad. If you're looking for rock 'em sock 'em sports action you can see a preview of the men's and women's basketball teams, the men's soccer team in action, volleyball, hockey and the Griffs football team gunning for its sixth win of the season. There is a great opportunity to attend the Jesuit Open House in Loyola Hall on Saturday as well as attending mass in beautiful Christ the King Chapel on Sunday."The Poems of Robert Frost." Also available is a special student art exhibit in the Bouwhuis Library, a Little Theatre presentation, the Canisius College Jazz Ensemble and Afro-American Gospel Ensemble, and a Faculty Music Recital.Leader of the Hurd New Jersey Senator Bill Bradley speaks at Canisius by Ben Krass Griffin News Reporter See Bradley page 2 out that in his opinion, "only government has the power to counter corporate power." In other words, government can help make the "American dream" a reality. Turning to government is still an uncomfortable alternative for many people though who are distrustful of or disillusioned with the government. However, Bradley continually attempted to soften the image of government with the sincerity and integrity he displayed during his speech. In a direct address to Canisius College, Bradley intoned that "in addition to honing the intellect, you hope students have the capacity to see, feel, give." He saw college as a place that could instill positive values in students, for as he observed, "values determine how we use power." In response to an impassioned question about the disillusionment of the American voter with politicians during the question and answer period, Bradley coolly conceded that "money distorts democracy." It has gotten so bad that money determines not Shane Hurd catches the interception and the heart of the team as the GrifTs have been steamrolling to a perfect 5-0 record. See stories on page 12. rk<*o ashleydorceu United States Senator Bill Bradley (D- New Jersey) paid Canisius College a visit Monday night as part of the William H. Fitzpatrick lecture series. Throughout the evening, Bradley exhibited the qualities that have allowed him to excel as an Olympian, a Rhodes scholar, an NBA player, a politician and an author. Congressman John LaFalce warmly introduced Bradley to the half-filled Cultural Center. Bradley started off by saying that "We Americans today have arrived at a crossroads," meaning that we have to decide how best to use the incredible technology afforded us. Possibly hinting that we have not yet done so, a short while later he recounted what he sees as the message of America: "If you work hard enough, you can get ahead economically," and argued that "Today, most Americans doubt this basic precept." With this being the case, he asked, 'Where can an individual turn to for help?" His answer was the government. He point Griffs playing smash-mouth ball! (see page 16) Horseshoe exchange(see page 6) John Loves Mary (see page 8) VOLUME LXVII, NUMBER 7 Parents' Weekend '96 is here FRIDAY, OCTOBER 25, 1996 by Matt Herring Griffin News Reporter Want to engage in an academic debate? Be sure to sit in on the College Republicans versus the Young Democrats as they square off on the topic of the upcoming presidential election. Or maybe surfingthe Internet with Dr. Linda Volonino interests you. If the arts are your cup of tea, enjoy a special presentation by Dr. Joseph Lovering as he reads The events planned for this weekend are tailored to do just that. The wide range of events covers academic, religious, athletic, and social areas. Here are a few examples of things to do this weekend. The Griffin Serving the Canisius Community Since 1933