The Spectrum

Biology department receives grant to study songbirds

Thu, 01 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Walking through the woods on a nice spring afternoon you are sure to hear the sounds of birds singing. The songbirds' melodies echo through the woods for all to enjoy.

Dr. Barbara Pierce of the biology department here at Sacred Heart University was rewarded a $420,000 grant from the Division of Integrative Organismal System of the National Science Foundation (NFS) to study the singing songbirds.

Can your daily habits be a result of OCD?

Thu, 01 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

You're sitting in the mahogany room trying to do homework, but you're obsessed with cleaning the table first and organizing your notes before getting anything done. Messes bother you.

Germs bother you; you feel the need to constantly wash your hands to avoid contamination.

Poster showcase presents senior projects

Thu, 01 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

From hockey players to horseshoe crabs, the University Commons was filled with students presenting the topics of their research projects last Friday afternoon.

More than 70 Sacred Heart University students presented 28 research posters from an assortment of disciplines at the Undergraduate Research Poster and Showcase Session on Friday, April 25, showing the fruits of their labor from the entire year, or in some cases, two years.

Reporter from NYT speaks about religion in the headlines

Thu, 01 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Laurie Goodstein starts her day off like most working mothers by eating breakfast with her husband and two sons, then heading to work at The New York Times.

Her days continue with either sitting at her desk and making phone calls, or heading out of the office, to report on stories all over the country.

Secret Service Officers speak at SHU

Thu, 01 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

"Train for one of the toughest jobs in the country. See inside an elite investigative operation that identifies and eliminates threats before they happen. Walk the rope line. Scan the crowds. Meet the agents who know that the past can repeat itself at any moment.

SHU gives away free tuition

Thu, 01 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

On April 16 an important announcement was made at the 19th annual Discovery Awards and Scholarship Dinner in Old Greenwich, Conn.

Dr. Anthony J. Cernera, President of Sacred Heart University, informed the attendants that full-time undergraduate students with families who have incomes under $50,000 and are admitted to the university from Fairfield County high schools will be given a tuition-free education.

A letter from the Editor:

Thu, 01 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

In early September of 2004, Sacred Heart began a new year with the then largest freshman class it had ever had. Hundreds of high school students became members of the SHU community.

One of these students was a kid from Islip Terrace, who had no idea what was in store for him.

Inside the Line: So long and farewell from Inside the Lines

Thu, 01 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Eleven months ago, when our Sports Editor wanted someone to write a column for him, he was having a little bit of trouble finding someone who provide both enlightening and entertaining opinions about the world of sports. He was also having trouble finding someone willing to write an extra thousand words every week and not get credits for it.

The Curtain Call: We're entering a whole new game

Thu, 01 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

I wasn't elected Valedictorian, but here goes nothing:

I hesitate to say so, but William Shakespeare was a moron because parting does not bring sorrow. It is the signal of another chapter in one's life. The last time I checked, that is something to celebrate and applaud.

Warm weather means playoff hockey for students

Thu, 01 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

For most students at Sacred Heart University, the newly arriving warm spring weather means spending time at the beach and laying out on the grass all day long. However, for some, this soothing breeze in the air only means one thing, the Stanley Cup Playoffs are here.

"Best Buddies" breaks the mold

Thu, 01 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

A place where unlikely friendships form and self-discovery is infinite - "Best Buddies" college programs offer students at Sacred Heart University a unique opportunity to make friends with people they never would have expected.

"Best Buddies is an international organization that focuses on creating friendships for people with intellectual disabilities," said sophomore Colleen Hellman, president of the Sacred Heart chapter of Best Buddies.

F.O.R.C.E. proves talent at showcase

Thu, 01 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

There is only one group on campus that can say they are a "fusion of rhythm, spirit, creativity and energy"-the SHU FORCE dance team.

The F.O.R.C.E. is a group of 40 girls, who through an auditioning process, come together to form a non-competitive dance group.

In the spotlight: Stephens, DaSilva leave dance team with a bang

Thu, 01 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

They had just two minutes and 15 seconds to prove their talent.

No re-dos, no timeouts, no substitutions.

In those two minutes and 15 seconds, captains Brenna DSilva and Jackie Stephens led the Sacred Heart University dance team to place fourth in the nation, reaching an all-time high ranking for the team.

The Annual M.A.X. showcase is back

Thu, 01 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

It is that time of year again for all you aspiring artists to show off your work.

The Media Studies Department is hosting its annual event, displaying students' creative work. This event is called the M.A.X.

It is a "display of all of the best work of the semester from every production and history class.

Art and Design Department ready to host Senior Portfolio Night

Thu, 01 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

A few weeks ago we announced the three winners to The Society of Illustrators of New York Student Scholarship Competition. This time we are celebrating an entire senior class.

Vincent van Gogh, the famous artist once said, "My opinion is that the best thing would be to work on a piece of art until art lovers feel drawn towards it of their own accord, instead of having to praise or to explain it.

Falanga crowned this year's "Mr. SHU"

Thu, 01 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

She's beauty, she's grace, and she's, a male? Every year Sacred Heart University has their spring competition to see who will be the next "Mr. SHU."
For this year's Spring 2008 competition, nine young men competed to win over the crowd and judges to earn the title of "Mr.

Fallon moves on to new career stepping stone

Thu, 01 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

"Saturday Night Live's" favorite funny-man Jimmy Fallon is making his way up the comedy ladder.

The late night star has been asked to sign on to become heir of the Conan O'Brien show.

Much like Fallon, O'Brien also started out as a writer for "Saturday Night Live.

Paintball proves to be fun event in the nice weather

Thu, 01 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

The weather outside beckons flowers from their winter sleep, brightens up curmudgeon professors, and provokes long walks in the woods and nearby parks.

Wooded paths take you deeper into the peace and serenity of the forest and further away from Park Ave, which never offers a lull in the noisy traffic even on nice, spring days.

Slapstick comedy brings out best in Segel

Thu, 01 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Ever notice how small the world gets when you break up with someone? You may have seen that person regularly when you were going out, but now that you have split, they are everywhere.

"Forgetting Sarah Marshall," written by Jason Segel and directed by Nicholas Stoller, shows that you aren't imagining this.

Letter to the Editor...

Thu, 01 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

I am writing to you concerning a very important topic, Professor Matt Semel. Professor Semel is with the Criminal Justice department here at SHU. He is easily one of the most loved Professors in the program. It has recently come to the students' attention that Professor Semel is losing his job at the end of year.

Seniors: how we will miss Sacred Heart days

Thu, 01 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

As we prepare to leave the place that has served as our home away from home for the past four years, it is impossible to part with our college career without thinking about all of the things that we are sure to miss. Through all the good times, the hard times and all of the memories we have made here, it never occurred to us that it would someday end.

Where students flock when the weather's hot

Thu, 01 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

The soothing sound of crashing waves echoes throughout your mind. You can almost taste the salt of the ocean on your lips. You can practically even feel the grains of salt under your feet and the light, misty wind sweeping over your face. Despite your nagging conscience screaming otherwise, you grab your bathing suit and iPod and ditch bio lab to go to the beach.

He Said: Commencement date dilemna

Thu, 01 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

It's the final countdown- girls are getting their dresses and boys are, um, well, doing nothing. Senior Week is right around the corner - and that means open bars, no more school, and a last chance to celebrate with the friends that become our family. It also means you have to decide whether or not you are going with a date or stag to Commencement Ball.

She Said: Commencement date dilemna

Thu, 01 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Dress: check. Shoes: check. Bag: check. Flask: check, check. Date: ????

Commencement Ball is the culmination to our college careers, what better way to end it all then to get all dressed up and party it up with our fellow graduates. All the seniors dressed in their best, ready to hit the open bar.