The Greyhound

Internship Challenge helps to further strengthen the Loyola job network

Tue, 23 Feb 2010 05:00:00 GMT

The Career Center's new Internship Challenge program, launched to assist students in finding a summer internship, has sparked the interest of students, parents and alumni. The program focuses on helping students to develop their careers early.

"If you can get a taste of something right after your sophomore year, that's the most beneficial situation," said senior Christian Hayes, Career Center intern.

Doctor Jeffrey Barnett, Loyola psychology professor, honored with distingished award for noteworthy career contributions

Tue, 23 Feb 2010 05:00:00 GMT

While idly flipping through the new intro to psychology textbook he purchased for an elective class as an undergrad, Professor Jeffrey Barnett, Doctor of Psychology (Psy.D.), unexpectedly discovered his passion for the field of psychology.

"I bought the textbook the weekend before the class, and started flipping through the book, started reading and basically pulled and all-nighter," said Barnett.

Business Ethics Week panel ingnites valuable discussion

Tue, 23 Feb 2010 05:00:00 GMT

Would you be comfortable explaining what business practices you do on national television? This is just one example of an ethics test that Randy Comensky offered Loyola University students last Wednesday.

Snow mounds may still be chest high and parking scarce on campus, but Loyola's first Business Ethics Week, sponsored by the Business Honor Society Beta Gamma Sigma, rolled on.

Recent lecture focuses on controversial topic of Catholic Church and the free market economy

Tue, 23 Feb 2010 05:00:00 GMT

"I get into a little bit of trouble for this book," Dr. Thomas E. Woods admitted in his Moral Foundations of Capitalism lecture last week. The book he referred to was his 2005 published and Templeton Enterprise Award winning book, The Church and the Market: A Catholic Defense of the Free Economy.

BookBoon.com works to alleviate students of textbook bills

Tue, 23 Feb 2010 05:00:00 GMT

In an age where the Internet is flooded with websites for discount and rented textbooks, students now have the option of downloading their textbooks for free online with BookBoon.com.

BookBoon.com is a website that easily provides students with thousands of electronic textbooks free of charge.

The Greyhound Editorial: Loyola staff members shine during 'Snowpocalypse'

Tue, 23 Feb 2010 05:00:00 GMT

Whether you called it the Snowpocalype or Snowmageddon, the 40-plus inches of snow that pummeled Baltimore two weeks back brought Loyola to a standstill, as classes were canceled and offices were closed for a full week. Side and main roads around the city became treacherous and difficult to navigate; North Charles and Cold Spring were one-lane roads for a period of time, and many side roads along North Charles Street were completely blocked with snow.

Republicans challenge Democrats to televised jobs debate to shed 'party of no' image

Tue, 23 Feb 2010 05:00:00 GMT

Last week something happened in the political world that shows the current pulse of the nation, or at least how the Republicans see the pulse of the nation. Republican leaders in the House of Representatives challenged Democrats to a live televised debate over jobs, a play right out of the president's own playbook, and one that should help Republicans in the upcoming years and elections.

What really grinds my gears: girls who refuse to wear coats out at night during the winter

Tue, 23 Feb 2010 05:00:00 GMT

I'm not a big Family Guy fan, but I love the episode "Stewie B. Goode." Why? Well, there is a part when Peter Griffin gets a job on the local news ranting in a segment called, "What Really Grinds My Gears." He makes no sense and everything he says is completely absurd, but the idea behind it is fantastic.

Congress, overrun with partisanship and filibustering, is not operating as it should

Tue, 23 Feb 2010 05:00:00 GMT

The Senate has returned to Washington after a week off due to the snow. I wish I could write that they have come back ready to collaborate and get legislation passed. Unfortunately, the truth is the Senate was frozen over long before any snow storms hit. Some senators, like Sen.

Your lover should feel like a valentine every day

Tue, 23 Feb 2010 05:00:00 GMT

When you look into your lover's eyes, what do you see? You see a person that completes you. Cliché? Definitely! Such phrases are constantly repeated because it is a simple way for a person to express their sincere feelings for their one and only lover. Even though at times it may sound like they are exaggerating: "You are the sunshine of my day!" It's cheesy, but it's true.

Thumbs Up Thumbs Down

Tue, 23 Feb 2010 05:00:00 GMT

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The MAAC championships finally took place in the FAC this week after delays due to Snowmageddon. Who won? Umm . . . hot guys and girls in Speedos? I think we were all winners.

Nothing says national pride like the Olympics. White, Ohno, Davis and Vaughn are just a few of the killer athletes that make us proud to be an American.

Bailey Rae's sophomore effort brings tragedy and growth

Tue, 23 Feb 2010 05:00:00 GMT

In 2006, Corinne Bailey Rae released her self-titled debut album. She was a fresh sound in pop music; the hit single "Put Your Records On" was a girl-power-be-yourself anthem in a swarm of cheesy love songs, and the ballad "Like A Star" became popular for its jazzy feel and honest lyrics.

Hip-Hop Block Presents: Using the N-Word

Tue, 23 Feb 2010 05:00:00 GMT

A victim of prejudice similar to that suffered by blacks; a person who is economically, politically, or socially disenfranchised.

The N-word can find its history and meaning traced back about 400 years ago around the time our country was founded by Mr. Christopher Columbus.

McQueen's legacy will live on in fashion community

Tue, 23 Feb 2010 05:00:00 GMT

The fashion world was blind-sided recently when news broke that Lee Alexander McQueen, design genius behind the famed Alexander McQueen fashion house, had been found dead in his London home on Thursday, Feb. 11, at the ripe age of 40. His body was discovered on the same day he was slated to present his highly-anticipated contemporary collection, McQ, at New York Fashion Week, and only days after the devastating death of his mother.

Former Bravo Romeo Bravo guitarist finds fresh start

Tue, 23 Feb 2010 05:00:00 GMT

Starting over can sometimes be a good thing. For Dan Ciarrocchi, starting over with music has done him a great deal of good.

Dan, a 23-year-old former Loyola student, is no stranger to the Baltimore music scene. He was a guitarist in the band Bravo Romeo Bravo, as well as the bassist in Dropout Year.

Loyola names Paquette Athletic Director; Ridley Complex unvieled

Tue, 23 Feb 2010 05:00:00 GMT

After months of speculation, Loyola named Jim Paquette as its new director of athletics and assistant vice president at a press conference held on Feb. 17. Paquette will replace long-time athletic director Joe Boylan, who has served as athletic director since 1991.

Men's Lacrosse Preview: Expectations high for Greyhound's 2010 season

Tue, 23 Feb 2010 05:00:00 GMT

Just two weeks removed from the biggest snowfall in Maryland history, Loyola sports fans turn their attention to the lacrosse field, as the program turns over a new leaf in its history. The commencing of the 2010 will carry extra weight for the team, as it marks the opening of the brand new Ridley Athletic Complex.

Women's Lacrosse preview: High-powered offense leads Loyola

Tue, 23 Feb 2010 05:00:00 GMT

In their second season under coach Jen Adams, the Loyola women's lacrosse team looks to compete among the best teams in the nation. Adams and her high-powered offensive attack will certainly pose problems for any opponents that face the Greyhounds in 2010.

Men's Swimming & Diving wins second MAAC title in a row

Tue, 23 Feb 2010 05:00:00 GMT

After weeks of waiting, the Loyola Men's swimming team repeated as MAAC champion, earning the school its third conference championship in the sport on Saturday, Feb. 20. The event was held at the Loyola Mangione Aquatic Center, and is one of the conference's most highly anticipated athletic events.

Men's Basketball falls to Saint Peter's and New Hampshire

Tue, 23 Feb 2010 05:00:00 GMT

The Loyola men's basketball team dropped two games on the week, falling to conference rival Saint Peters xx-xx and to Bracketbuster opponent New Hampshire 61-60, with both games taking place at Reitz Arena.

Against Saint Peters, Loyola possessed a 46-37 lead with just under ten minutes remaining, only to allow a 12-point run that put the Peacocks ahead for good.

Women's Hoops drops two

Tue, 23 Feb 2010 05:00:00 GMT

On Friday, Feb. 19 the Loyola Greyhounds fell to Marist 70-60 at Reitz Arena.

The Hounds knocked down 12 3-pointers with help from the hot hand of Erica DiClemente who converted 5 of 8 threes.

"In the second half, we had to go zone," stated Coach Joe Logan.

Hounds sink Midshipmen in OT

Tue, 23 Feb 2010 05:00:00 GMT

Led by Cooper MacDonnell's career-high six goals, No. 15 Loyola was able to squeak by No. 11 Navy 8-7 in overtime on Sat. Feb 20 in Annapolis. MacDonnell added an assist, brining his point total on the game to seven.

Junior goalie Jake Hagelin made a point blank save in overtime against Ryan O'Leary, keeping the Hounds alive against their local rival.

Women's lacrosse takes down UVA

Tue, 23 Feb 2010 05:00:00 GMT

Led by Emily Gibson's five goals, No. 14 Loyola was able to knock off national power Virigina 15-11 on Saturday, Feb. 20 in Charlottesville, Va.

In addition to Gibson's effort, three other players recorded hat tricks for the Hounds, including Grace Gavin with four, and Cara Filipelli and Cass Cursaro with three goals each.