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The Xavierite Viewpoints Commuter Corner PAGE 3 Entertainment Navy Pier Development PAGE 4 Sports NBA for women? PAGE 8 Vol. 66, No. 6 The student newspaper of Saint Xavier University Friday, December 5,1997 DeMicco wins SXU Staff Excellence Award By Meredith G. Mastrobuoni News Editor Grace DeMicco, a familiar face in the Registrar's Office for the past 17 years, was presented the SXU Staff Excellence Award yesterday at a ceremony held in the Formal Reception Room, despite our misprint last issue which named last year's winner as this year's. The awards ceremony was a section of a three part celebration which included a formal luncheon and an afternoon mass held by Father Niblick. In speaking about her years here at Saint Xavier, Ms. DeMicco commented "I found it very rewarding working here and getting to know the students, faculty, and staff. The staff is really wonderful. They're a great support group ready to laugh with you or cry with you whenever you need them. True friendships were made from getting to know people outside of their curriculums." Winning this award followed a long nomination process that was open to all SXU faculty and staff. Letters were mailed out weeks before the nominations were due giving people the opportunity to nominate whomever they felt deserved the award. DeMicco added "I always nominate someone from the staff but I had no idea that I would win. I didn't have a clue until President Yanikoski called and told me." Aside from working in the Registrar's Office, DeMicco has been a student here taking classes sporadically beginning in 1987 and on a more serious, graduate level since 1991. Majoring in Early Education, DeMicco is preparing for her student teaching at Lane School in Alsip next semester. DeMicco is not sure if she will be staying with the University once she becomes a certified teacher. That topic, however, is being put on the back burner so she can focus on preparing for certification and student teaching. Congratulations go out to Grace DeMicco on all her achievements and years of dedicated service to Saint Xavier University. In the last issue, The Xavierite reported that last year's winner, Joan Kaminski, was this year's winner as well. Our apologies to both Grace DeMicco and Joan Kaminski for this untimely error. Web page gets new image By Meredith G. Mastrobuoni News Editor Foranyone who has frequented the University Home Page, you may have noticed that flashing advertise- ment at the bottom of the page announcing the new web page for 1998. What you're going to see, once the new web page is up and running, may surprise you. Be prepared for a whole new look combined with a whole new level of applications. John Springer, the Applications Coordinator for Information Services, in discussing the reason for the change, commented "the old page was a result of individual efforts with no real cohesion. We now have a web page committee working on the new page." This committee, comprised of faculty members Dale Fast, Jean Mehta, and Michael Rabe, As- sistant Librarian Joan Kobs, Director of Marketing and Public Relations Robert Quackenbush, committee chair Joe Coby, and John Springer. The committee members, along with web page specialist Dr. Susie Chan of De Paul University, have been meeting since early September to discuss what is going to be seen on the new web page. Working with the Words in Pictures company, the same company that works on the publication of the University magazine, the committee has come up with a tentative design for the new page comprised of SXU graphics and various links including Admission and Financial Aid, Alumni and Friends, Academic Programs, Library and Technology, Campus and Community Services, Student Life and Services, About SXU, News and Events, and People. Each link will feature its own icon designed with the information and the University in mind. By creating this web page, the University is looking to stay current with other universities, especially when it comes to prospective students. Quackenbush commented "we're hoping to have a new web site for Saint Xavier that we can be proud of. We also want something people want to visit often. It's as if you're almost putting the whole University on the web." Springer continued," more and more prospective students are look- ing for colleges on the web. We look at the web as an electronic front door. We want to show what's unique about Saint Xavier and what we offer as a University on the web." The committee plans to have at least the first two to three levels of the new web page up and running by early January. Departments, faculty, students, alumni, and community members are encouraged to offer any suggestions on content. The web will be continually added to focusing toward a goal of total completion. Don't blink too fast, though! This new web page will be current and up to date with constant additions and finalizations. If all goes well, the new web page should be available for full view and usage by the beginning of next semester. Boat bash takes on new look By Meredith G. Mastrobuoni Brooke Kosowski, Amy Roos, & Andrea Mroz News Editor On Friday, November 21st, a host of SXU students and friends embarked on a Midnight Cruise on the Spirit of Chicago for an evening of elegance and fun. For many of the passengers, this was a first time experience with the SXU "boatbash" phenomena, but, for many others, it was a surprising and delightful change from the bashes of the past. The event, which was sponsored by the Student Activities Board, left from Navy Pier in downtown Chicago and took the pas- sengers on a tour of Lake Michigan under a brilliant, midnight moon. Up until now, boat bash was a traditionally informal and casual party on a boat usually lasting from 7 to 11 p.m. that resembled the laid back atmosphere of SXU's Homecoming Tent Parties. This year, however, was quite different Taking on the slogan "Boat Bash with Class," the event had a dress code of no jeans or gym shoes and an atmosphere of elegance resembling the Spring Formals held at the Knickerbocker Hotel every year. Cruise attendee, John Kelly, commented "I think the formal setting made it much more sophisticated. Boat bash was just a party on a boat; this was more." One of the main differences, aside from the setting, that SAB Di- rector of Finance Dominic Petruzzelli was quick to mention, was that the event took place "on a ship, not a boat" This alternative location, vastly different from the boat of the past bashes, had a great impact on the mood of the evening. James Zebrowski added "I think the elegance and the location made it a much more memorable night" So, what about the future? Although Petruzzelli, who is employed by the Spirit of Chicago cruise line, was able to arrange the event at a discount, the SAB is not entirely sure that they want to adopt this new setting permanently. "I don't know if this is going to be how boat bash is going to be forever. We really wanted to try something new to see if the students would like it. We were really pleased with the turnout," commented Inter Club Council Director, Rachael Cwiok. The Midnight Cruise, which was a sold-out event, definitely took boat bash veterans and newcomers by storm. It looks, however, as if we're all going to have to sit back and wait to see what kind of sea faring fun the SAB comes up with next. SXU to have holy hour By Jennifer Luhan Editor in Chief Beginning Monday, January 12,1998, Wendy Yanikoski will be hosting Holy Hour from four to five o' clock p.m. in the chapel located in McGuire Hall. Holy Hour will be held every Monday. "This is an invitation to the entire community to spend an hour every week with our lord for the intentions of the University community and any personal inentions," stated Mrs. Yanikoski. The premise for organizing Holy Hour is to just sit in the presence of the sacrament. Those who attend can pray the rosary, read from the scripture, or just sit and meditate. This hour is intended to give people a place to pray for an hour every week and all are welcome to pray for any intentions they may have. Originally, Holy Hour was going to be held in the Sister's Chapel near the Radio Building, but the location was moved because the site was so far from the students and the rest of the Saint Xavier University community. Mrs. Yanikoski is looking for students to draw a simple poster to make people aware that Holy Hour exists, for more information feel free to call Campus Ministry at (773) 298-3140. Happy Holidays from The Xavierite Staff
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Document | The Xavierite |
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Transcript | The Xavierite Viewpoints Commuter Corner PAGE 3 Entertainment Navy Pier Development PAGE 4 Sports NBA for women? PAGE 8 Vol. 66, No. 6 The student newspaper of Saint Xavier University Friday, December 5,1997 DeMicco wins SXU Staff Excellence Award By Meredith G. Mastrobuoni News Editor Grace DeMicco, a familiar face in the Registrar's Office for the past 17 years, was presented the SXU Staff Excellence Award yesterday at a ceremony held in the Formal Reception Room, despite our misprint last issue which named last year's winner as this year's. The awards ceremony was a section of a three part celebration which included a formal luncheon and an afternoon mass held by Father Niblick. In speaking about her years here at Saint Xavier, Ms. DeMicco commented "I found it very rewarding working here and getting to know the students, faculty, and staff. The staff is really wonderful. They're a great support group ready to laugh with you or cry with you whenever you need them. True friendships were made from getting to know people outside of their curriculums." Winning this award followed a long nomination process that was open to all SXU faculty and staff. Letters were mailed out weeks before the nominations were due giving people the opportunity to nominate whomever they felt deserved the award. DeMicco added "I always nominate someone from the staff but I had no idea that I would win. I didn't have a clue until President Yanikoski called and told me." Aside from working in the Registrar's Office, DeMicco has been a student here taking classes sporadically beginning in 1987 and on a more serious, graduate level since 1991. Majoring in Early Education, DeMicco is preparing for her student teaching at Lane School in Alsip next semester. DeMicco is not sure if she will be staying with the University once she becomes a certified teacher. That topic, however, is being put on the back burner so she can focus on preparing for certification and student teaching. Congratulations go out to Grace DeMicco on all her achievements and years of dedicated service to Saint Xavier University. In the last issue, The Xavierite reported that last year's winner, Joan Kaminski, was this year's winner as well. Our apologies to both Grace DeMicco and Joan Kaminski for this untimely error. Web page gets new image By Meredith G. Mastrobuoni News Editor Foranyone who has frequented the University Home Page, you may have noticed that flashing advertise- ment at the bottom of the page announcing the new web page for 1998. What you're going to see, once the new web page is up and running, may surprise you. Be prepared for a whole new look combined with a whole new level of applications. John Springer, the Applications Coordinator for Information Services, in discussing the reason for the change, commented "the old page was a result of individual efforts with no real cohesion. We now have a web page committee working on the new page." This committee, comprised of faculty members Dale Fast, Jean Mehta, and Michael Rabe, As- sistant Librarian Joan Kobs, Director of Marketing and Public Relations Robert Quackenbush, committee chair Joe Coby, and John Springer. The committee members, along with web page specialist Dr. Susie Chan of De Paul University, have been meeting since early September to discuss what is going to be seen on the new web page. Working with the Words in Pictures company, the same company that works on the publication of the University magazine, the committee has come up with a tentative design for the new page comprised of SXU graphics and various links including Admission and Financial Aid, Alumni and Friends, Academic Programs, Library and Technology, Campus and Community Services, Student Life and Services, About SXU, News and Events, and People. Each link will feature its own icon designed with the information and the University in mind. By creating this web page, the University is looking to stay current with other universities, especially when it comes to prospective students. Quackenbush commented "we're hoping to have a new web site for Saint Xavier that we can be proud of. We also want something people want to visit often. It's as if you're almost putting the whole University on the web." Springer continued," more and more prospective students are look- ing for colleges on the web. We look at the web as an electronic front door. We want to show what's unique about Saint Xavier and what we offer as a University on the web." The committee plans to have at least the first two to three levels of the new web page up and running by early January. Departments, faculty, students, alumni, and community members are encouraged to offer any suggestions on content. The web will be continually added to focusing toward a goal of total completion. Don't blink too fast, though! This new web page will be current and up to date with constant additions and finalizations. If all goes well, the new web page should be available for full view and usage by the beginning of next semester. Boat bash takes on new look By Meredith G. Mastrobuoni Brooke Kosowski, Amy Roos, & Andrea Mroz News Editor On Friday, November 21st, a host of SXU students and friends embarked on a Midnight Cruise on the Spirit of Chicago for an evening of elegance and fun. For many of the passengers, this was a first time experience with the SXU "boatbash" phenomena, but, for many others, it was a surprising and delightful change from the bashes of the past. The event, which was sponsored by the Student Activities Board, left from Navy Pier in downtown Chicago and took the pas- sengers on a tour of Lake Michigan under a brilliant, midnight moon. Up until now, boat bash was a traditionally informal and casual party on a boat usually lasting from 7 to 11 p.m. that resembled the laid back atmosphere of SXU's Homecoming Tent Parties. This year, however, was quite different Taking on the slogan "Boat Bash with Class," the event had a dress code of no jeans or gym shoes and an atmosphere of elegance resembling the Spring Formals held at the Knickerbocker Hotel every year. Cruise attendee, John Kelly, commented "I think the formal setting made it much more sophisticated. Boat bash was just a party on a boat; this was more." One of the main differences, aside from the setting, that SAB Di- rector of Finance Dominic Petruzzelli was quick to mention, was that the event took place "on a ship, not a boat" This alternative location, vastly different from the boat of the past bashes, had a great impact on the mood of the evening. James Zebrowski added "I think the elegance and the location made it a much more memorable night" So, what about the future? Although Petruzzelli, who is employed by the Spirit of Chicago cruise line, was able to arrange the event at a discount, the SAB is not entirely sure that they want to adopt this new setting permanently. "I don't know if this is going to be how boat bash is going to be forever. We really wanted to try something new to see if the students would like it. We were really pleased with the turnout," commented Inter Club Council Director, Rachael Cwiok. The Midnight Cruise, which was a sold-out event, definitely took boat bash veterans and newcomers by storm. It looks, however, as if we're all going to have to sit back and wait to see what kind of sea faring fun the SAB comes up with next. SXU to have holy hour By Jennifer Luhan Editor in Chief Beginning Monday, January 12,1998, Wendy Yanikoski will be hosting Holy Hour from four to five o' clock p.m. in the chapel located in McGuire Hall. Holy Hour will be held every Monday. "This is an invitation to the entire community to spend an hour every week with our lord for the intentions of the University community and any personal inentions," stated Mrs. Yanikoski. The premise for organizing Holy Hour is to just sit in the presence of the sacrament. Those who attend can pray the rosary, read from the scripture, or just sit and meditate. This hour is intended to give people a place to pray for an hour every week and all are welcome to pray for any intentions they may have. Originally, Holy Hour was going to be held in the Sister's Chapel near the Radio Building, but the location was moved because the site was so far from the students and the rest of the Saint Xavier University community. Mrs. Yanikoski is looking for students to draw a simple poster to make people aware that Holy Hour exists, for more information feel free to call Campus Ministry at (773) 298-3140. Happy Holidays from The Xavierite Staff |
Collection | Xavierite (Saint Xavier University) |
Relation | Saint Xavier University Publications |
Subject(s) | Saint Xavier University (Chicago, Ill.) -- History. |
Type | text |
Format | image/jpeg |
Language | eng |
Publisher | Saint Xavier University |
Year Published | 2012 |
Rights | The items digitized in this collection are the property of Saint Xavier University. This image may be used freely, with attribution, for research and educational purposes. For permission to publish, distribute, or use this image for any other purpose, please contact archives@sxu.edu. |