Heather DiLalla

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Honors Convocation awards students

By Heather DiLalla | April 29, 2004
The Honor's Convocation added a new award titled the Adjunct Faculty Teaching Excellence Award and it was presented to Fine Arts Professor, Cassandre Maxwell. Adeline Bethany, Chairperson of the Fine Arts Department, nominated Maxwell because she has "contributed significantly to the stability and quality of the art program.

Flyers advance past Devils

By Heather DiLalla | April 22, 2004
Thanks to goals by Alexei Zhamnov and Danny Markov, a pair of Russians acquired late in the regular season, the Philadelphia Flyers will play in the second round of the Stanley Cup playoffs. Zhamnov scored the opening goal and Markov added the game-winner on a long shot in the final period to lead the Flyers in a 3-1 victory over the defending Stanley Cup champion New Jersey Devils, eliminating them from the playoffs four games to one.

Good ol’ days

By Heather DiLalla | April 22, 2004
I know this sounds ridiculous, but I feel old. I think it started when Nick at Nite stopped showing "I Love Lucy" and "Bewitched" and began showing "Full House" and "Roseanne". Growing up, Danny Tanner was like a father to me. Where did all the time go? Lately, I have been catching myself saying things like, "Times have changed," or "I remember when gas prices were 98 cents.

Health Watch

By Heather DiLalla | March 25, 2004
Cigarette smoke contains 200 different poisons and 43 of them cause cancer. There is a known chemical in cigarettes called carcinogen that is extremely harmful, however it is ignored because it is in the form of tobacco. If carcinogen were used in any other matter, charges and legal action would most likely be taken.

Problem after problem with ticketing

By Heather DiLalla | February 26, 2004
Why do we have driveways on campus if we cannot park in them? This question has been bothering me almost as much as why there is not enough housing for Cabrini students, but let's not go there. Everyone I know hates the fact that after circling the campus five times and still finding zero spots, their last resort is to park in the driveway and as a result, they get a ticket.

Nine year veteran serves up smiles at Jazzman’s

By Heather DiLalla | January 29, 2004
Many people are familiar with Jazzman's employee Kathie Mininno, who stands behind the cash register with a constant smile on her face. It may, however, be surprising to some that Mininno's only daughter, Lisa Carnesie, graduated with an English/communications degree from Cabrini in 1998.

Dissed by teacher, another saves face

By Heather DiLalla | November 13, 2003
I never thought the day would come for a teacher to tell a student that they could not help them. This has been my past experience with a Cabrini teacher. There I was shocked and speechless that the word "no" came out of my teacher's mouth when asked with the simple question, "Can you help me with this assignment?" I have found that in three years at this school, I have had very little problems with the teaching staff.

Philly group helps kids

By Heather DiLalla | October 30, 2003
City Year is a non-profit organization that provides service to children in elementary, middle, and high schools throughout the nation by teaching, tutoring and mentoring youth. Its overall goal is to "promote the concept of national service as a means of building a stronger democracy," as stated in the organization's mission statement.

Main Line nightlife

By Heather DiLalla | October 23, 2003
The Wild Onion is one of the hot spots Cabrini students go to when they want to have a fun time. Great music, food and drink specials are all a college student is looking for and this place has all of that and more. Krista Stella, a senior psychology major, not only enjoys going there with her friends, she is also been an employee there for almost a year.

Communication is key

By Heather DiLalla | October 16, 2003
"Let's go white" was one of the many cheers filling the air on Tuesday, Oct. 14, when the women's field hockey team faced off against Wesley College. According to the majority of the team, strong communication skills are essential for positive play. Head coach Jackie Neary leads her team in the communication role.
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Women’s Tennis ready to take PAC by storm

By Heather DiLalla | September 11, 2003
Junior Patti Aylmer is a new addition to the women's tennis team for the 2003 season. She is not the only new person joining the team as eight freshmen join her. She is an experienced tennis player because she played for the team her freshman year. Sophomore year she decided to give softball a shot, but shortly found out that her heart was with tennis.

Caf food bites

By Heather DiLalla | September 11, 2003
Let's face it, the cafeteria food is horrendous. I thought this year would be different, that somehow I would have adapted to the half cooked noodles and the dark brown chicken, but that has not been the case. I can honestly say that I am afraid of the caf food.

Dzik and Danehy receive promotions

By Heather DiLalla | September 4, 2003
After 23 years of hard work as the Athletic Director, John Dzik recently received a promotion to become the new Executive Assistant to the President for Athletic Advancements. As of July 1, 2003, Dzik packed up his office in the Dixon Center and moved into the mansion in hopes of continuing his success.

Junior tells NYC blackout experience

By Heather DiLalla | September 4, 2003
The usual activity on the streets of New York City quickly turned into absolute chaos after one of the biggest and most devastating power outages hit on Thursday, August 14, 2003 at approximately 4:11 pm Southern Canada, Michigan, Ohio, Delaware, New York, New Jersey and Connecticut all suffered power outages.

Summer of sequels

By Heather DiLalla | September 4, 2003
With all the rain this summer, what else better than to go to the movies? That is, if you could find a good movie to go see. This summer the movie industry was struggling to come up with original and unique flicks. This was obvious with the release of 14 summer sequels some of which are too lame to even mention.

Tough road for Women’s Lacrosse team

By Heather DiLalla | April 3, 2003
On Saturday March 29, the women's lacrosse team suffered an 11-8 loss against Rowan University. The Lady Cav's we were down at 2-6 at one point and came back to be within one goal. However, at the end of the half, the score was 5-7 with Rowan still leading.

Sports profile: Maureen McQuade

By Heather DiLalla | March 27, 2003
Maureen McQuade is not the average Cabrini student. She is a talented athlete who is involved with two sports, lacrosse and field hockey. She is not one to brag and when she was asked to describe herself as a player she responded, "the team makes me the player I am.

Personal trainers provide aid for getting into shape

By Heather DiLalla | March 20, 2003
Senior Kit Hillion decided to become a personal trainer to make some extra money and get experience for future jobs. Her advisor, Dr. Hallion, recommended that she look into the job openings in the area. On the main line, an hourly wage can range anywhere from 25-60 dollars.

Seeing double?

By Heather DiLalla | February 21, 2003
Could parents one day have the opportunity to clone their fatally ill children? Could Hitler or Elvis be brought back to life? Could humans be cloned for the sole purpose of using their organs? Would clones have rights and legal protection? Cloning is becoming one of the more popular debates lately.

Would you rather have all the money in the world or a lifetime of happiness?

By Heather DiLalla | February 13, 2003
Happiness VS Money
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