http://www.salisbury.com/suflyer/ Salisbury University Flyer, Volume 35 Issue 23, Tuesday, May 06, 2008 en-us http://www.salisbury.com/suflyer/story.asp?sid=1239Stephen McGrillies is only five months removed from serving in the United States Air Force. His two roommates, Andrew and Kyle, served in Iraq as Marines. Friends since middle school, the three vets have been united for nearly two months since Kyle returned to the states in Feb. But three weeks after moving into their house on Monticello Ave, the veterans were forced to move out. http://www.salisbury.com/suflyer/story.asp?sid=1238Students, friends and colleagues packed into Caruthers auditorium and later the Philosophy House to honor philosophy professor Jerome Miller last Saturday during SU's annual Philosophy Symposium. Dr. Miller, who founded the symposium, is retiring this May after 36 years of teaching at SU. http://www.salisbury.com/suflyer/story.asp?sid=1244Austrian officials made an unbelievable discovery on Saturday, April 26, after 19-year-old Kerstin Fritzl was admitted to a hospital in Amstetten, Austria. Her grandfather/father brought the girl's mother with him to the hospital to explain the young woman's condition, where doctors were informed of the full story. Elisabeth Fritzl, the mother of Kerstin, told authorities that she had been her father's captive for 24 years in the basement of his house. http://www.salisbury.com/suflyer/story.asp?sid=1243Chief Lashley, as it happens, is staying at SU. After receiving a job offer from the office of the comptroller, Lashley announced to the Salisbury community that he will remain Police Chief of the Salisbury University Police. Lashley cited personal reasons for staying, including family and a dedication to the Salisbury community. As a 28-year veteran of the state police and recipient of numerous prestigious awards throughout his career, Lashley is no quitter. http://www.salisbury.com/suflyer/story.asp?sid=1247You think filling up your gas tank for $50 is high? Try filling up for $1,200 once a week and only getting 5 miles or so to the gallon. That's what the nation's truck drivers are facing as they pull up to the pumps. Increase in gas prices is not a new topic, but the fact that many truck drivers are thinking about striking is. http://www.salisbury.com/suflyer/story.asp?sid=1242Dr. Lori Dewald, Health Education program coordinator and an assistant professor in the Department of Health, Physical Education and Human Performance, orchestrated SU's Student Health Fair on Thursday, May 1 from 10 to 3 p.m. in the Link of Nations. The health fair also fascinated and distracted those headed through the GUC double doors, intending to take part in the commotion that was the Multicultural Festival. http://www.salisbury.com/suflyer/story.asp?sid=1248A severe winter, hunting and the government's annual cull have reduced the bison herd of Yellowstone National Park to less than half of what it was last fall, according to CNN. The park estimates the herd of 4,700 bison that roamed last November has fallen to about 2,300 animals. http://www.salisbury.com/suflyer/story.asp?sid=1245Presidential candidate Barack Obama denounced statements made by his former reverend, Jeremiah Wright, on April 29. "I am outraged by the comments that were made and saddened over the spectacle that we saw yesterday," Obama said during a press conference. "I have known Reverend Wright for almost 20 years. The person I saw yesterday was not the person that I met 20 years ago." http://www.salisbury.com/suflyer/story.asp?sid=1237Like the years before, the American Cancer Society's Relay for Life was a huge success this past weekend, bringing in $89,098.41 for cancer research, education, patient services and advocacy programs. There were 107 teams and 947 registered participants. Before the event even began on May 2, the SU community had already raised over $62,000. http://www.salisbury.com/suflyer/story.asp?sid=1241Salisbury University recently purchased the Merritt Club fitness center to increase the amount of space students have for fitness activities. Right across the street from the University Park apartment complex, this fitness center will give students living off-campus the convenience of a close, university-owned fitness center. http://www.salisbury.com/suflyer/story.asp?sid=1246The Supreme Court sided with Indiana last week, requiring voters to have photo identification at the polls. This controversial 6-3 vote comes in time for Indiana to enforce the law in its statewide primary election. http://www.salisbury.com/suflyer/story.asp?sid=1240Several weeks ago a University Park (UP) resident took matters into his own hands when he circulated a petition to residents that called for the immediate discontinuation of noise violation enforcement between the hours of 8 p.m. and 3 a.m. on Friday and Saturday nights. http://www.salisbury.com/suflyer/story.asp?sid=1254If you were walking around campus last Thursday, perhaps you noticed something different other than the usual line up of students rushing to make class on time. Instead, you would have been transported to the Caribbean as steel drum rhythms filled the air for SU's Multicultural Festival, sponsored by Multicultural Student Services. The festival was a part of Multicultural Week with events being held from April 28 through May 2. In keeping with the festival's theme, "Taking Flight with Diversity," everyone's spirits soared. http://www.salisbury.com/suflyer/story.asp?sid=1256With all the club choices on campus, you may find it difficult to decide which one(s) you would like to join. If you are looking for a rewarding place to volunteer your time on campus, Best Buddies just may be the club for you. http://www.salisbury.com/suflyer/story.asp?sid=1255The Future Film Makers Club presented the Salisbury University Film Festival on May 3. This free admission, free submission event took place in Henson Hall room 243 at 3 pm. Opened to the campus community, the event featured works from students and alumni at Salisbury University. http://www.salisbury.com/suflyer/story.asp?sid=1262This week, from May 5-9, the Guerrieri University Center will be hosting GUC Blowout Week. The week will include a number of different events planned for SU students that will hopefully take their minds off of finals and allow a chance for some fun and relaxation. http://www.salisbury.com/suflyer/story.asp?sid=1257Summer vacation is almost here. Finally! Trips to the beach, amusement parks and other fun adventures are in sight. Even summer jobs and spending time with family are more exciting than cramming for tests and all night papers. http://www.salisbury.com/suflyer/story.asp?sid=1264In the year 1932, Adolf Hitler began his ascent to power in Eastern Europe. It was from this point on that the world as we knew it began to change. http://www.salisbury.com/suflyer/story.asp?sid=1258On a beautiful Saturday afternoon, college students reverted back to their old childhood game of kickball, but with a twist. The May 3 games raised monetary donations for Women Supporting Women, a breast cancer support group. http://www.salisbury.com/suflyer/story.asp?sid=1259Ms. Advice answers all of your questions in complete confidentiality http://www.salisbury.com/suflyer/story.asp?sid=1260Students were given the opportunity to get some tips on stress reduction at the second annual "Chalk It Up" event held in Red Square last Wednesday. It was sponsored by Student Counseling Services (SCS) and served as a reminder to students to remember to take time out of their busy schedules and take a break every once in a while. http://www.salisbury.com/suflyer/story.asp?sid=1263SU's American Marketing Association, with help from the Dream Team, sponsored themed events and contests at the Monkey Barrel from April 28 through May 2 to raise money for SU's Relay for Life event held May 2-3. http://www.salisbury.com/suflyer/story.asp?sid=1261Golf is a sport that many enjoy and Sigma Phi Epsilon found a creative way to take a sport they love and turn it into a fundraiser for a great cause, plus show their appreciation for one of their founders. http://www.salisbury.com/suflyer/story.asp?sid=1272The Salisbury University men's lacrosse coach Jim Berkman recorded his 326th victory on Saturday, tying him with longtime Army coach Jack Emmer for the most wins by a men's lacrosse coach in the history of the sport. http://www.salisbury.com/suflyer/story.asp?sid=1271The No.-1-ranked Salisbury University women's lacrosse team celebrated the past as the team celebrated its fifth annual alumni game. Former players, family and fans gathered to watch as the Gulls defeated the Alums 21-10 at Sea Gull Stadium. "The alumni team is stacked with All-Americans, but that's just how this team is this year," said equipment manager Tim Smith, who was serving as game announcer. http://www.salisbury.com/suflyer/story.asp?sid=1268The Salisbury University men's club volleyball team brought home their first trophy in the last 10 years after competing in the Centennial Conference Championship tournament on Saturday, April 26, at Loyola College of Maryland. http://www.salisbury.com/suflyer/story.asp?sid=1267The Salisbury University tennis team, who made a habit of winning during the regular season, finished their campaign ranked No. 22 nationally, and has continued its winning ways off the court earning multiple post-season awards. Head Coach Randy Halfpap was named CAC Coach of the Year for the third time in his career at SU and for the first time since 2004. http://www.salisbury.com/suflyer/story.asp?sid=1270On Wednesday, the Sea Gulls defeated McDaniel College in a doubleheader on the road. Sophomore Kelly Waskewicz broke the school record for home runs when she hit a two-run homer in the third inning, her 17th on the season. Waskewicz's home run gives her 34 in her young career. http://www.salisbury.com/suflyer/story.asp?sid=1266The Salisbury University softball team took home the Player of the Year, Coach of the Year, and six All-CAC player awards to go along with the CAC title. Shortstop Kelly Waskewicz was named Conference Player of the Year. She becomes the fifth player in CAC history to win the award twice. Out of the leadoff spot she had an even better statistical season than last year when she won Rookie of the Year and conference Player of the Year. Waskewicz led the team with a ridiculous .481 batting average, slugged 17 home runs, scored 53 times and stole 16 bases. http://www.salisbury.com/suflyer/story.asp?sid=1265Kelly Waskewicz, a sophomore softball player at Salisbury University, is from Brookeville. http://www.salisbury.com/suflyer/story.asp?sid=1269The words Salisbury and lacrosse are synonymous with success. You have heard it all before, the Salisbury men's lacrosse team and its seven national championships, the Salisbury women's lacrosse success and their eight CAC championships. However, I'm sure you haven't heard of Salisbury's other lacrosse team, that is, until this weekend. http://www.salisbury.com/suflyer/story.asp?sid=1252I was surprised to see the article by Steven Reddick (April 29) on recent discussions on grading at the SGA, which centered on a plus and minus grading proposal which I wrote up three months ago. Neither Reddick nor the SGA bothered to get in touch with me, and as a result there is a mistake in the piece which I would like to correct. http://www.salisbury.com/suflyer/story.asp?sid=1251Scientists recently evaluated the Chesapeake Bay for its clarity, algae, underwater grasses, bottom dwellers and dissolved oxygen. The Bay's grade was D minus. A few weeks earlier, Bay area Republicans, in their primary, nominated Andy Harris as their candidate for congressman in the Nov. 4 election. It was not a good choice. http://www.salisbury.com/suflyer/story.asp?sid=1250On April 21, all three of the contenders for president, Republican Senator John McCain and Democratic Sens. Hillary Clinton and Barack Obama, made a special appearance on WWE Raw. Apparently, Senator Clinton wants you to call her "Hill-Rod," or at least she did that night. Senator Obama wants to know if the "special interests" and the "forces of division and distraction" can "smell what Barack is cooking." And Sen. McCain announced that "to be the man, you have to beat the man" and "come November, it'll be ‘game over.'" http://www.salisbury.com/suflyer/story.asp?sid=1253George W. Bush, the man who for some reason is still the ruler of the free world, is a now a record setter, albeit one he probably wished he could have avoided. At 69 percent, Bush has the highest disapproval rating since the Gallup Poll's inception 70 years ago. http://www.salisbury.com/suflyer/story.asp?sid=1249Letter to the Editor