The Griffin: volume 73, issue 01 - Sept. 13, 2002

              "Prior to the renovation, test results showed that the soil conditions in the Quad were very poor to sustain healthy tree growth. There was excessive soil compaction and lack of nutrients, which is not too surprising considering the area of the Quad once served as a parking lot and an athletic field." "The work to improve the drainage in the Quad also required the digging of several trenches, which would have disturbed the tree roots and only accelerated the decline of the trees," Franz said. New flowerbeds were put in along with in-ground hose bibs, which, according to a press release from the College's office of public relations, will for Business and Finance, Dr. Laurence W. Franz, said he is confident the"campus community is going to be very impressed" with the newly improved Quad, and pointed out the value of the project for Canisius and adding the last phases of the Delavan Townhouses. As students clearly saw upon their return to campus both projects were completed (on schedule). Many changes were made to Canisius students lose friend, teammate See Quad page 2 renewed Oishei By M. Zogby News Editor By Stephanie Kortan Op-Ed Editor See Student Page 3 play baseball for Canisius. Any person interested in assisting the family can donate to this fund and contact Tim Dillon, Athletic Director with any questions. Turgeon was also a fifth year senior majoring in criminal justice as well as sociology/ Timothy Smith, education major and member of Canisius Baseball team died suddenly August 15. Smith died in a car accident in Turner, ME while visiting with long time friend and fellow Canisius student, Matthew Turgeon. Smith was a native of Martinsville, NJ. He was entering his fifth year and was set to graduate in May. He studied under the department of education with a focus in English and history. Smith's love of children led to his desire to teach at the elementary level. "IknowTim would have been a wonderful teacher," said Senior Katie Mclntyre. "He always put his heart into everything he did." Smith made 39 appearances as pitcher for the Golden Griffins during his four years. Parents Jeff and Joan Smith have established the Tim Smith Memorial Fund in his honor. This scholarship will go to one student each year that wishes to and British Columbia, among others, for the enrichment of student's education. The grant has also helped to bring in notable writers through MickCochrane's Contemporary Writer series, through which Tim OiBrien and Connie Porter read and spoke to Canisius students. The Oishei Foundation was first established in 1940by the Trico products corporation, a major manufacturer of windshield wiper systems. Through the years the foundation has been funded with annual contributions and remainder trusts. Principal assets of the Foundation also include the estates of Mr. Oisheiis son, John Oishei. The John R. Oishei Foundation prides itself on benefiting the community by aiding in various areas of research. Medical Research, health care, education and the cultural betterment of society in general are all concerns of the foundation. The grants given focus on the improvement of the Buffalo area, although some grants have been given to organizations as far away as SUNY Fredonia. Other organizations that the Oishei Foundation has donated money to includes the Center for Hospice and PalJiatativecares,TheBuffalo NY Prostate Consortium and Roswell Park Institute, all of which operate in the Buffalo area. The Oishei Professors grant has been renewed for the Fall 2002 semester totaling 840,000 dollars in combination with joint collie funding. This grant establishes the longevity of the program for the next three years. Nine professors, currently employed at the College, were given professorships that will be awarded over the next three years and focus on creative teaching in the classroom. Faculty appointments will be held and include in addition to normal salary a stipend and program budget. The grant will also allow the College to bring a visiting educator of notable rank to Canisius, each year for the next three years. In the past the John R. Oishei Foundation has awarded grants to many professors, which they have used to take students to Mexico, Washington D.C. Since the program started in 1998 with an initial gift of $1.5 million , the John R. Oishei Foundation has helped give Canisius studentis unique opportunities to leam. The grant has added technology in the classroom, increased opportunities for scholarly travel and created opportunities to participate in new courses. INSIDE Major Renovations have been made to the Koessler Athletic Center. Among the highlights is the brand-new gym floor, which features a large Griffs logo at center court. Turn to page 17 for the whole story. Read humor writer Melissa Marsherall's take on the recent improvements around campus in our weekly column, "Isn't it interesting?" on page 15. Are priests above the law? Is Ronald McDonald to blame for America's obesity? See what copy Editor Gary Bostwick has to say about these issues on page 7. Looking to get involved with tutoring in the community? Learn more about Sr. Pat's after-school tutoring program with centers throughout the city of Buffalo. Tutoring; It's not just for Education majors anymore! See page 3! Canisius College. Buffalo. NY DAN FALKNER The newly renovated Quadrangle includes widened sidewalks, improved drainage, and new flowerbeds. Volume LXXIII. Number 1 Friday. September 13. 2002 Over the summer, renovation crews were busy at work giving some aesthetic facelifts to the College's Quadrangle the Quad, which cost $1.3 million to renovate. Among them, the main sidewalk was widened from four feet to six feet and the new Koessler Plaza stretches 25 feet out to Loyola Hall. College Vice President By David Hill Copy Editor Summer Renovations Transform Quad Final phase of Delavan Townhouses Complete students past and present. "These renovations will greatly improve the aesthetics of the campus for students past, present and future, as well as for our faculty and staff," said Franz. Additionally, the College removed 25 of the Quad's existing trees, planting 52 new ones in their place. Franz said that the removal of the trees was necessary due to poor soil conditions in the Quad, along with the need to improve drainage in the Quad. Cbc ©riffin "Serving the Canisius Community since 1933" Illluminating Hope DAN,"Ni" Students gathered together for a candlelight vigil on September 11, to reflect on world issues and commemorate the one year anniversary of the terrorist attacks. Each candle was lit for remembrance of those lives lost and hope for peace in the future. anthropology. Although suffering numerous injuries he is doing well and on his way to recovery. Unfortunately however his injuries have restricted his return to school this fall. He hopes to return as soon as possible to graduate from Canisius. Close friends of Smith's held a memorial service on Sunday, Aug. 18 at Christ the King Chapel. Mclntyre spoke at the service about the long and intimate relationship she was able to have experienced with Smith. As oppose to directing her thoughts to the friends in attendance she read aloud a letter she wrote to Smith. This letter expressed the love she had for him and the fun memories she will never forget. Mclntyre also made a collage of Dictures of Smith, manv A memorial service will be held this Sunday at 9:30 p.m. in Christ the King Chapel. TODAY'S ©riffin m mi -EDIIO-RI-QL 7 mtm io mm 16