The Griffin: volume 68, issue 10 - Nov. 6, 1998

              ing with him. When problems occur, I have a direct line of communication to him." "This is the first time that the Hamlin Park Association has approached us for a social event," stated Martha A. Veasey, Canisius director of Disabilities Support Services and Community Relations. "I think this is due to the culmination of hard work done by Father Cooke and Strassner." Veasey reflected on her 17 years of experience at Canisius, at a time when "the members wouldn't come to the college ex- Fr. Cooke, who instituted quarterly meetings with Mrs. Margaret Strassner, president of the Hamlin Park Community and Taxpayers Association, has been diligent about talking through problems and differences and making strides toward understanding the neighbors' plight. Strassner related, "Father Cooke has established a certain rapport. The relationship has been improved since I've been meet- members' feelings into account," Hurley added. "The College has to realize that our being here, and our development, has consequences for the neighborhood. We have to be sensitive at all times." For the first time, the Hamlin Park Fashion Show, an annual event sponsored by the Hamlin Park Community and Taxpayers Association, will take place at Canisius on Saturday, Nov. 7 at 6 p.m. The event will be held in the Richard E. Winter'42 Student Center. Rev. Vincent M. Cooke, S.J., College president, will be giving the keynote address, the thrust of which will involve the status of the general relationship between the College and the surrounding neighborhood.College support of Greek community called into question by Tracie Redmond Griffin News Reporter page 2 The Rumors have been flying at Little Theatre. Checkout Griffin Art Editor Chad Spaulding's take on the matter when he reviews the talented group's latest production page 8 Meghann goes munchin' at the Manchurian Garden this week. Read about her dining delights before you embark on your next eating adventure. page 9 page 10 page 13 page 14 Kristin Jamberdino is all about shedding light on lesser known hands. Turn to Features to learn more about the little known Throwing Muses. Canisius student Gabriella Nanni takes advantage of one of the last nice days of the season as she chuckles in the Quadrangle with a good book. Crabbies put Mad Turtles back in their shells and capture a seeded position in the playoffs. Read about it on Caesar, a man for all seasons by Karen Helgeson Griffin Editor in Chief Women's soccer season is over, but a look back at the season proves how successful it was. Check out the recap on AOII, colonized at Canisius in 1987, is a social and philanthropic sorority. Their activities consisted of volunteer charity work as well as social events. On campus events included the homecoming IGA banner, the 24 hour dance-a-thon, the annual haunted house and various other activities. In the words of Brown, "It's all about a bond, sisterhood, community service and a lifetime commitment." Mr. Lee Fassl, Dean of students, stated during an interview that "Canisius is not going to make Greeks a high priority," explaining that in the Jesuit tradition, there is no strong and long-standing history of Greek organizations. The Greek community is not in the fabric of Canisius as it is with other colleges and universities. "This does not mean that we are not open to Greek organizations," Fassl said. Social Greek organizations differ from clubs in that they are exclusive and require a higher level of commitment. "Because they are exclusive they (Greeks) are not going to get the same kind of support," asserted Fassl. According to Fassl, top priority for clubroom placement is given to student government funded organizations and those currently placed on a waiting list. According to Brown, declining membership and decreased student interest in the Greek community, believed in part, to be a result of a lack of active support on behalf of Canisius, are felt to be factors contributing to the decision to disband. "We feel Canisius isn't supportive of the Greek community," said Lisa Giarraputo, AOII member since spring '98. According to Brown, some concerns included the fact that the Greeks have no on campus meeting place such as a clubroom. Presently, in order to hold meetings, Greeks are required to reserve classrooms. There currently Eire no campus-wide activities such as Greek week or Greek Olympics, activities that would foster a greater understanding and familiarity between the student body and Greeks. In what has proven to be an excruciating decision, the Nu Delta chapter of Alpha Omicron Pi voluntarily surrendered their chapter's charter early this semester. "It was the hardest decision of my entire life" explained chapter president Nicole Brown. The decision to surrender the charter is not irreversible, the charter will be held in trust at International Headquarters until such a time that the members decide to recolonize. Linda Collier, international president of AOII, in a letter to Brian Smith, acting director of Student Activities, states that "Alpha Omicron Pi Fraternity would like to be considered for recolonization when Canisius College expands the Greek system in the future." News 1-5 Editorial 5 Viewpoints 6-7 Features 8-12 Sports 13-16 The trip was deemed a success by students as well. One student enthused, "I love Stratford, and $25 for two performances and a bus was such a good deal." Senior Tom Salvatore was glad to have the chance to attend. "I don't usually go to the theatre, because I'm short on time and cash," he said, noting the inexpensive cost. "I'm really glad I went," he continued. "Julius Caesar was a really good show."The fun didn't stop with the performances, however. The town of Stratford proved to be an adventure in itself, described as "quaint," "cute," and a "gorgeous town" full of shops and restaurants. Organizers hope for continued success of the trip in the future. Expressed Deitz, "I hope students will know about it next year and will participate." A group of 37, including Canisius students, faculty, staff, and Holy Angels high school students was afforded the chance to travel to the town of Stratford, Ontario last Friday, Oct. 30. For a mere $25, participants purchased a round-trip bus ticket and tickets to not one, but two performances put on at the legendary Stratford Festival. The trip's inexpensive cost was made possible through the sponsorship of four campus departments, namely the English Department, the Classics Department, Enrollment Management, and the Office of the dean of Arts and Sciences. Leaving Canisius from the Koessler Athletic Center (KAC) early Friday morning, the theater-goers watched a matinee performance of William Shakespeare's Jul ius Caesar, and in the evening, a showing of Robert Boet's A Man For All Seasons. Trip organizers Dr. Judith Dompkowski, professor of English, and Dr. David Deitz, Classics professor, were glad to have been involved in the event. "We're already talking about doing it again next year," related Deitz. "Serving the Canisius Community Since 1933" THrOIOTFIN Volume LXVIII Number 10 November 6, 1998 by Marisa Loffredo Griffin News Editor See Hamlin Park page 5 Campus Ministry's annual Hunger and Homelessness Week kicks off this coming Thursday. Find out about all the events on Hamlin Park Fashion Show to take place at Canisius for first time Holding this event at Canisius is part of an ongoing effort to improve the relationship between the College and its Hamlin Park neighbors, which has been strained in the past. "The behavior of students who live in the neighborhood is a concern to those who live among them," explained Mr. John Hurley, vice president for College Relations. Difficulties stem from a range of issues such as students parking in front of residential driveways, excessive noise from student houses, and damage to neighborhood residencies. "The neighborhood felt that the College, pre-Father Cooke, wasn't taking its INSIDE INDEX