The Griffin: volume 69, issue 04 - Sept. 25, 1998

              Who knows Feature Columnist Chris Brownsey was a recordholder? Read more about his astounding feat on... There's nothing cooler than your own, custom-made CD of underground music. Read the how-to's in Features. I iif'1 mtammL. r.;. .t  Photo by MEGAN ROCKWELL An architect from Ciminelli Architects display the plans for the renovations of the 1908 building and Old Main to the Undergraduate Student Association (USA), the representative association of the student body. Checkout the first installment in our new comic strip, compliments of Features artist Phil Bowman.The Undergraduate Student Association (USA) met last Tuesday, Sept. 22 at 7 p.m. in the Grupp Fireside Lounge to further the process of allocating budget money to student clubs. to add $100 to its budget. Other groups whose budget reviews were postponed included Psi Chi (the Psychology Club) and Canisius radio station WCCG, whose requests for certain additional funds were under debate. Another issue which came to the forefront was the temporary freezing of the Campus Programming Board's (CPB's) budget, an issue that also is to be discussed by the Senate at future meetings. Other plans include designs to "reconstruct Bagen Hall into a one-stop service for students' convenience," according to the head of the presentation group, Dr. Walter Sharrow, professor of History. Prior to the meeting, architects presented ideas and plans to USA regarding the many proposed renovations to be made to Old Main and the 1908 Building. The presenters suggested specific renovation ideas for Old Main and the 1908 Building. Some of these included major changes such as the relocation of the Communication Studies Department from Old Main's fourth floor to the third floor of the 1908 Building, the construction of seven new, state-of-the-art classrooms in the 1908 Building. The addition of "breakout spaces" (furnished open areas at the feet of main stairwells for student gathering, discussion, and possible "crashing" between classes) were also among the suggestions. When USA Chairman Dan Jasen banged the gavel for the final time and all was said and done, there were $2,691.66 left in the budget allocation pool, as well as a lot of exhausted senators and club representatives. USA continues with budget allocation; Old Main and Bagen Hall slated for future reconstruction national Management Council (IMC) went before the senate to request additional club funding. TheMathTeam, represented by Sean Simpson, was allocated an additional $120 for a trip to a Hudson Valley math conference, while the Rifle Club was given $50 more to help cover range fees. IMC, however, failed in its effort During the four-hour meeting, numerous budgets were passed and a few, including The Griffin and Azuwur, were sent back to committee for review. While most budgets were passed without discussion, particular clubs, including The Griffin, the Math Team, the Rifle Club, and the Inter- by Jeff Schragel Griffin News Reporter College creates "warm, inviting atmosphere" for dean candidates Volleyball had an intensive weekend with three games. How did they fare against their opponents?well as getting the staff to get the entire college involved." The main activities which he is involved in are the Ignatian Seminar, Faculty and Staff retreats, the RC1A Program, as well as saying mass on a regular basis. He stressed that he wants the entire campus, including faculty and staff to be involved. Their participation enables us to achieve our goals." He states his main goal is to, "improve on the already good ministry in the college, and get even more people involved." It is also important that the office is accessible to everyone, and that there is an open and welcoming atmosphere. Galligan also stressed the informality of the office. "We want people to feel comfortable with us, because part of our job is to make them feel comfortable with themselves." Galligan is proud of the fact that the office has such a positive atmosphere. "We have a real community among us, and it reflects upon the campus as a whole. We do great ministry for the college, and in return, they work with us to make our projects a success." He continued, "Without the support and participation of the rest of the campus, all of our efforts would be fruitless." The return of Sr. Brady to the campus ministry staff See Ministry page 3 Sister Butler and Father Galligan Campus Ministry's winning team News 1-4 Editorial 4 Viewpoints 5-6 Features 7-12 Sports 13-16 Last Wednesday and Friday, the first meetings were held to begin the search for the three open Dean's positions at Canisius. Three different committees are searching for separate candidates to fill the spots of the Dean of Students, the Dean of Arts and Sciences and the Dean of Education and human services. The committees held their first of their preliminary meetings in order to arrange suitable job descriptions and quali- See Deans page 4 At Canisius, the largest part of Galligan's job is to "empower the rest of the staff to do creative ministry, as Prior to Galligan's arrival at Canisius, he served as pastor of an International Parish in Frankfort, Germany. This after having served as Retreat House Director of the Loyola Retreat House in Morristown, NJ for ten years. The process took place during the summer months when Sister Butler returned from her meeting making the announcement ofher new position. Inearlyjune, Canisius President Rev. Vincent M. Cooke, S.J. examined the situation, and asked Fr. Galligan to step into the position of director. When the position ofDirectorwas vacated, a new budget position was made available, maldng it possible for Sr. Brady to return to her former position. By Jennifer Gorczynski Griffin Managing Editor  Upon the election of Sr. Marlene Butler, GSNH to Superior General of her community, the Grey Nuns of Sacred Heart of Yardly, PA, Fr. Dick Galligan, S.J. was appointed to the position of Director of Campus Ministry. Prior to his appointment, he served as the Assistant Director. Sr. Patricia Brady, SSMN was reappointed to the position of Coordinator of Volunteer Services. Volume LXVIX Number 4 September 25, 1998 "Serving the Ccinisius Community Since 1933 " page 3 page 5 | INDEX INSIDE THETuIi FFIN page 6 page 8 page 9 by Paul Dumansky Griffin News Reporter page 11 Women's soccer nets two big wins. Check out this week's Sports section and fins out who they defeated. page 13 page 15 What's up with this year"s CPB? Chairperson MelanieShiree tells us what events are lined up for '98-'99. Is Canisius producing true leaders, or merely flocks of followers? Viewpoints Columnist Rob Haley explores the possibilities.Viewpoints newcomer Mollie Strasser advises that students should make the most of their education by getting involved, for "challenge creates a stronger person."