May 3, 2007

2007 senior superlatives, the winners

Most Likely to be beaten down by ninjas - Drew Fish
Although senior Drew Fish pretends to be a ninja, those who are close to him know the tragic truth. When he was a young child he was taken down by an army of ninjas and has since masked his fear with a personal facade of ninjaship.

Spring Fever or More?
Scott Nelson
nelsoni@marietta.edu
Spring is here, and the fever is in the air. The winter clothes are coming off, and as usual, things are heating up around campus. Spring is the time when many new relationships begin, as well as old ones rekindle, but unfortunately, many college students may not know the right way to score points with that special someone.

Students Being Immature
Kellie Clinton
In your years of being at college, you and your friends have had relationships that have been good, and some that have been horrible. Girls can be stubborn and guys can be conceited.

The Low Down On Love
Jessie Offenberger and Viktoria Jurkovic
Someone once said, “Love can be the best feeling in the world ... but it can also be the worst.” It seems that the Marietta College campus feels the same way. In surveying over 100 people, we’ve found some surprising results. It seems that no one “asks” out their peers anymore. Most friends gradually spend more time together, then have the “DTR” talk, or the “Defining The Relationship” talk.

MySpace and The Facebook Debate
Michelle Lund
The Internet surveys went really well, and for the most part, I feel that those filling them out were very open and honest. I just wanted to add my opinion about my initial reaction to the survey results. My question is, what is this world coming to? I don’t understand. Are we so dependent on the Internet that we can’t just merely ask someone out on a date?

Apr. 19, 2007

Evolution, Adaptation, & Marietta
How Changes in Mass Communication Affect Everyone . . .

Convergence at Marietta College
By Chuck Turberville and Sean Trench
turbervc@marietta.edu and trenchs@marietta.edu
With the convergence of the mass media that has been taking place over the past several years, the future of the industry seems to be laying itself out as we speak.

For those of you who do not know what convergence of the media is, to put it simply, it is the blending of all the traditional media, such as newspapers, television, and radio, into one single source, such as a website.

New Media requires new breed of professionals
By Brea Gardner
gardnerb@marietta.edu
The face of media is changing as we enter a new digital era. Gone are the traditional and most recognized gatekeepers of media: newspapers, radio, and television. Enter: the internet, XM radio, cell phones, podcasting, blogs, YouTube, and yes--Facebook! The journalist is no longer the grizzled professional; the groomed suit-wearing, briefcase/notebook toting type we typically associate with the field. The new breed of journalist is anyone and everyone: you and me. The power of one has been greatly magnified as any number of people with a computer (or any of the other advanced and varied tools of technology for that matter) and a willing voice can create stories from their homes. User created content and citizen journalism are fueling a new media that emphasizes "hyper-local" news and entertainment. Traditional boundaries are already being obliterated as newsrooms across the country are beginning to integrate all facets of their news dissemination process into one centralized and coherent information center.

Fresh and Bottled at the Source
An Interview with Dr. Jack Hillwig, Chair of the Communications and Media Studies Department
By Michael Dey
kmd001@marietta.edu
With the changes in today's media, the evolution of education must follow. Marietta College prides itself in being as up-to-date as possible technologically and is always striving to stay ahead of trends.

The Ethical Dilemmas of The New Media
An Opinion Piece
By Michael Dey
kmd001@marietta.edu
You can read this supplement to the standard Marcolian publication, in print as you are now. However, if our Senior Capstone Mass Media Class had decided to do so, we could have designed a website, released a podcast (either audio or video), or released a newscast on channel 15.

Dr. Walker discusses changes
By Jeremy Kopp
koppj@marietta.edu
In light of recent changes made in the Department of Communications and Media Studies, associate professor Dr. Suzanne Walker discusses the importance of these changes for students majoring in these studies.

PR more important as speed of communication increases
Neil Wilhelm
naw001@marietta.edu
Professor Jane Dailey is the most recent addition to Marietta College's Mass Media Department faculty, having joined the department in January. She has been involved with Public Relations long enough to witness some very significant changes in the field. She earned her wings working for the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency, serving as the media relations coordinator. Daily would later work for Hull & Associates - a Columbus, Ohio engineering firm - heading up their government and public relations program.

Dr. Liane Gray-Starner’s take on changes
By Sam Meranda
samantha.meranda@gmail.com
As the media changes, so must curriculums in college. Here, at Marietta College, we must keep up, too. I spoke with Dr. Liane Gray-Starner on her perspective of how she believes the Communication Department will have to change in order to keep up.

Apr.5, 2007

Community Day: The tradition continues
Community Day joins baseball and softball for week-long event
Mattie Unger
ungerm@marietta.edu
Nine years ago, Marietta College started the Sports Promotion class. The class would revolve around organizing a fun-filled day at Marietta College’s baseball park. This event would come to be called “Community Baseball Day.”

Mar. 22, 2007

Marietta College: What you will never see in the Viewbook
The Marcolian sent out its photo editor, Tyler Snell, to examine areas of the Marietta College campus that are lacking in aesthetics and usefulness. Places including Mills Hall, Dorothy Webster, Parsons Hall, Hermann Fine Arts Center and outside Fayerweather are all in need of a little renovation. The Marcolian is in no way trying to criticize Marietta College for letting these places fall apart. The student newspaper is merely attempting to draw students’attention to these places on campus that have been talked about but sometimes never actually seen.

Mar. 1, 2007

Start searching for your future
Spring Break is quickly approaching, and it’s never too late for students to begin their job or internship searches. The Marcolian has teamed up with Kathleen Powell, Career Center director, and Bill Fournier, associate director of the Career Center, for a Q&A session that can give helpful information to students searching for their future careers.
Jessie Schmac
schmacj@marietta.edu

Allison LaRocca
The Marcolian also had the opportunity to speak to some MC students who have advice for other students looking for internships or jobs. Junior Allison LaRocca and Senior Dana Donchess sat down with the Marcolian to talk about their success with internships and offer their insight in the job search.

Dana Donchess
The Marcolian also had the opportunity to speak to some MC students who have advice for other students looking for internships or jobs. Junior Allison LaRocca and Senior Dana Donchess sat down with the Marcolian to talk about their success with internships and offer their insight in the job search.

Feb. 15, 2007

Singers to warm up MC in February
Thanks to members of CUB, Marietta College students have had many opportunities to see many entertainers and performers throughout the year. This semester is no different. Five Times August and Meg Allison will perform for students free of charge.
Jessie Schmac
schmacj@marietta.edu

Oct. 3, 2006

Marietta, Ohio may not be the fashion capital of the world, but MC students are accessorizing with some of today’s hottest fashion trends

Marietta, Ohio is not internationally known for its famed designers, its expensive apparel, or its acclaimed fashion shows, but the city and the campus is not out of touch with the latest trends of the fashion world. Female students all over campus are carrying and wearing the latest designs by Vera Bradley and Elisa Ilana.

April 28, 2006

The toys of summer: MC is rollin’ in style

The weather is warming up and MC students are tuning up their cars and making them shine. Marietta may not be the ideal scene for anything fast and furious, but even this small college town has car-enthusiasts. The Marcolian asked students to showcase their four-wheeled pride and joys and answer a few questions about the cars that they love.

April 21, 2006

Washington County air quality is worst in nation

Washington County is not a healthy place to take a breath.
Carbon monoxide emissions: among the worst in the nation.
Nitrogen oxide emissions: among the worst in the nation.
Sulfur Dioxide emissions: among the worst in the nation.

March 31, 2006

Doo Dah Day tradition comes to an end

With both tears and cheers, Doo Dah Day, the daylong party that has become a tradition at Marietta College, has been permanently cancelled. The main reason for the cancellation is the much-anticipated decision by “college officials” to make Marietta College a dry campus.
Some Student Senate members, when told about the decision before it was officially announced, actually broke down in tears. Some faculty were seen cheering after the announcement.

March 3, 2006

Students prepare to be rocked by Recycled Percussion

Ever get the feeling that campus tends to wind down after spring break? This April a band by the name of Recycled Percussion with it’s hip hop inspired vocals and body percussion will be bring it energy to campus. The “Rock Your Junk” tour is set to hit MC April 7, soon after we return from spring break. The best part - it’s going to be a free show, sponsored by CUB, Student Senate, and Siberman, a large student activities fund.
Recycled Percussion is best known for their unique style of “junk rock”. The concert isn’t just music, it’s a performance, with group members using parts every household item thinkable to produce their distinctive sound.

Feb. 17, 2006

“Guilty until proven innocent”

By LOREN GENSON
gensonl@marietta.edu

If you’re 21 and in possession of a 12 pack of beer, how does 15 hours of community service on a Saturday sound to you? What about paying $100 in fines? Under the new alcohol policy now on the table at Student Senate, those would be the penalties for a student of legal age possessing more than a six pack of beer or a 750ml bottle of wine.

It seems that most students are aware an alcohol policy on campus exists. Most freshmen are familiar with the policy, but it’s the upperclassmen that seem to forget.

Feb. 2, 2006

J-Terminology

Culture in Spain, Wine on the Finger Lakes, and for those not enrolled, one really long break

Science & Wine-Making

When then idea of the J-Term was presented to the faculty, assistant professor of chemistry Don Carpenetti wanted a way to tie an off campus trip to chemistry. “Other than sun tan lotion [and of course the beaches it implies] the only thing I could think of was wine,” said Carpenetti, “And I really couldn’t stretch the sun tan lotion chemistry into a whole week of classes.”

Nov. 17, 2005

Spotlight on the Supreme Court: Alito nomination considered

On October 27th, 2005, Supreme Court nominee Harriet Miers requested that her nomination to fill the vacancy created by Sandra Day O'Connor's resignation be withdrawn. Ms. Miers has served as the President's counsel since February of 2005. She was instrumental to the White House in helping with the successful, recent nomination of Chief Justice John Roberts.

Nov. 02, 2005

The games people play

Sometimes studying gets put on hold. Sometimes weekends just start early. Sometimes it takes hours. But playing games on campus is always a good time with friends.

It’s a Wednesday night with no exams scheduled for the rest of the week. The weekend has come early for the usual four Euchre players in their third floor Parsons Hall suite.
Each sits diagonal from their partner; one guy in slippers, another in a white hat, another with torn pajama pants, and the last with a dip of Copenhagen tucked in his lip.The tension in the room is high.

Oct. 6, 2005

Hunters take aim this bow season

Early Saturday morning, while many were still asleep and an hour before daylight, Ohio bow hunters were already poised in their tree stands. They waited in those country woods away from the noise and distractions of the cities, camouflaged and “Scent Loked” from their rubber boots to their headcovers. Silent and unmoving, anticipating the profile of that trophy whitetail buck deer in the peep sight of their bow.

Sept. 22, 2005
Homestyle Brew
Students and locals enjoy thirsty Thursday at the Brewery

10 o’clock on Thursday night. Outside, Marietta is relatively silent. Inside the Marietta Brewing Company, the night is just beginning. The lights dim slightly, the waitress empties a few ashtrays in a rush to leave for the night, and the bartender leaves his perch behind the bar and ventures near the door. He’ll be taking a cover charge from the ‘under 21’ flock who just want to sing. Here, karaoke seems larger than life.