The Lycourier

Students eat to win big at first-ever Super Bowl hot dog eating contest

February 9, 2012
By Aliza Davner
Editor in Chief/ Lycourier

As if the dining hall was not crowded enough or loud enough during lunchtime, Lycoming found a way to up the excitement with last week’s Super Bowl Hot Dog Eating Contest.

CAB sponsors spring Broadway trip

February 9, 2012
By Cassandra Mainiero
Lycourier Staff

 What’s your favorite Disney movie? Most of us can name our favorites right away. Some people say ‘Beauty and the Beast;’ other individuals such as ‘Pocahantas’ and sometimes people will just give their own rendition of the songs in ‘Tarzan.’

Science Column: Exploring the Moon

February 9, 2012
By Suzanne Smith
Lycourier Staff

‘Schemata’ offers publishing opportunity

February 9, 2012
By Julia Cuddahy
Lycourier Staff

Lycoming students help map out blueprints for great departmental writing when they submit to Schemata: Student Essays Across the Curriculum, an online journal featuring student work and photography, a new issue of which appears each spring.

CAB welcomes comedians to Jack’s Corner

February 9, 2012
By Samantha Ferraro
Lycourier Staff

Chieftain Award nominations due

February 9, 2012
Members of the class of 2012 are asked to submit nominations for the  recipient of The Chieftain Award.

Green Corner:It’s Recycle Mania time again!

February 9, 2012
By Alyssa Tomaskovic
Lycourier Staff

While millions of Americans were tuning into the showdown between the Patriots and the Giants on Super Bowl Sunday, February 5th was also significant in another competitive respect. Sunday marked the kick-off of a ten week long nationwide recycling challenge known as RecycleMania.

Crossing the Frames prepares film

February 9, 2012
By Victoria Irwin
Lycourier Staff


The cameras are rolling in Williamsport. Lycoming College’s Crossing the Frames is working on this year’s film, Pumpkin, with filming slated to begin soon.

Greeks celebrate spring recruitment

February 9, 2012
By Aliza Davner
Editor in Chief/Lycourier

‘Tis the season-- the season for bid returns, that is. For the past two weekends, Lycoming’s Greek organizations have actively sought, and selected, new members.

Black History Month

February 9, 2012
Friday, February 10th
Movie Screening ‘The Blind Side’
10:30pm
Heim G-11
Co-Sponsored by the Campus Activities Board

Saturday, February 11th
Movie Screening ‘The Blind Side’
8:00pm
Heim G-11
Co-Sponsored by the Campus Activities Board

Sunday, February 12th
Movie Screening ‘The Blind Side’
10:30pm
Heim G-11

Out with the old, in with the new

February 9, 2012
By Cody Marshall
Lycourier Staff
Opinion Editor


The recent release, “Star Wars: the Old Republic”, produced by BioWare and LucusArts is gaining high ratings as the game hits the market during this past Christmas holiday. The game takes MMO gaming to a whole new level and gives gamers the experience they have been waiting for.

‘Resident Evil’: the history of survival horror

February 9, 2012
By Robert Rinaldo
Entertainment Editor

Super Bowl lead-off programs: a retrospect

February 9, 2012
By Robert Rinaldo
Entertainment Editor

The Super Bowl is considered by many to be the largest event in sporting history. Every year, fans wait in anticipation for the two teams that duke it out to be declared the champion team.

Giants beat Patriots,again

February 9, 2012
By Justin Ossont Lycourier Staff

Senior Spotlight:Victor Marchetti

February 9, 2012
By Kelly Prendergast
Lycourier Sports Editor

Men’s lacrosse springs into season

February 9, 2012
By Justin Ossont
Lycourier Staff

Updates soon to come!

November 30, 2011
Digital copies of the newspaper will soon be made available! Stay tuned. 

Student Spotlight:Stephanie Robinson

September 15, 2011
By Paige Cole
College Life Editor/ Lycourier

Students at Lycoming College tend to hail from small towns, scattered across the East Coast.However, when classes are out, some students journey to other regions of the country to expand their horizons in rewarding ways. For Lyco senior Stephanie Robinson, an internship in Chicago was such an experience.

They Said WHAT?! Overheard at Lyco

September 15, 2011
- “I don’t know how to eat the nucleus”
- JP’s

- “Just thrust it, now”
- Clarke Chapel

- “I want to have babies with Katy Perry”
- Rec Center

- “If I find out you didn’t make these corrections, see this red pen? Insert in your ear.”
- Lycourier Office

- “During the earthquake I was in bed and it felt like my vibrator went off!”

Lycoming student connects with cultural roots on summer trip

September 15, 2011
By Aliza Davner
Editor-in-Chief/The Lycourier

An old cliché says that college is a time for finding one’s self, an idea which Lycoming Senior Samantha Silverberg took to heart this summer.

Faculty spotlight: Gene Donati

September 15, 2011

By Paige Cole College Life Editor/ Lycourier

Lycoming Warrior Football: Season Preview

September 15, 2011
By Andrew Wagner
Lycourier Staff

The Lycoming Warrior Football team is looking to bring the MAC Championship home.

“I feel like team chemistry is at an all-time high. We brought in a great group of underclassmen, and new coaches as well, who will together help us fulfill our vision of winning the MAC title,” said junior starter Jamie Reitzi.

Men’s soccer welcomes Coach Stahl

September 15, 2011
By Allison Tripoli
Lycourier Staff

Doug Stahl is the new head coach for the men’s soccer program this season. Stahl has 11 years of experience from Mount Saint Mary College in Newburgh, N.Y. where he received Coach of the Year honors in 2008 as well as being the college programs all-time leader in coaching wins.

Senior Spotlight: Jussae Hanford

September 15, 2011

By Kelly Prendergast Sports Editor/ Lycourier

Colin Farrell stars as blood sucking vampire

September 15, 2011
By Robert Rinaldo
Entertainment Editor

“Fright Night” is a 3D horror comedy film directed by Craig Gillespie. It is a remake of the 1985 Tom Holland film of the same name. The film stars Colin Farrell (“S.W.A.T”), David Tennant (“Dr. Who”) and Anton Yelchin (“Terminator Salvation”).

Horror movie remakes keep audiences screaming?

September 15, 2011
By Robert Rinaldo
Entertainment Editor

The recent release of the remake of the 1985 horror film “Fright Night” marks the

Question of the Week

September 15, 2011
If you could change one thing about the newfood provider what would it be?


Hannah Morrisette and Kali Moeller -Freshmen
-“More healthy choices.”

……

Alycia Lucio -Sophomore
“Bring back mashed potato bowl.”



Quentin Reinford -Sophomore
-“We should be able to have more than one burger at a time.”


Going Greek at Lyco

September 15, 2011
By Cody Marshall
Opinion Editor/Lycourier

Yes, we’ve all seen the stereotypical fraternity and sorority featured in many movies over the years; drinking, getting into trouble, and doing crazy things that would be looked down upon by many today. Is this how Greek life really is? The answer to this question is most definitely no, especially here at Lycoming College.

A New ‘Efficient’ System

September 15, 2011
By Cody Marshall
Opinion Editor/ Lycourier

Students here at Lycoming College know where to go for a late night snack whenever they are tired of studying or just need a bite to eat. The newly named Sequoia Grill, more commonly referred to as JP’s provides students with quality food that leaves the college cafeteria far behind in the dust.

Lycoming College Football off to a strong start

September 15, 2011
By Erin Meehan
Lycourier Staff

The Lycoming Warriors football team started its 2011 season off with a bang with two straight victories.

This is the first time in six years that the team has started out the season with back-to-back wins.

On Saturday the Warriors posted a 41-3 victory over Westminster College.

Senior Spotlight: Randon Wilston

September 15, 2011
By Kelly Prendergast
Sports Editor/ Lycourier

The 2011 Lycoming College Men’s Soccer season looks promising for senior forward Randon Wilston, No. 33. Wilston has been a key member on the squad since his freshman year, and is looking forward to being a main contributor to the team’s offensive attack this season.

Warriors win ‘The Battle of the Boot’

September 15, 2011
By Kelly Prendergast
Sports Editor/ Lycourier

The Lycoming College men’s soccer team had a thrilling 1-0 golden goal win over the Susquehanna Crusaders in the 11th annual Battle of the Boot at the Shangraw Athletic Complex on Sept. 9.

After 17 years, Disney classic ‘The Lion King’ Goes 3D

September 15, 2011
By Victoria Irwin
Lycourier Staff


In an unprecedented event, Walt Disney Pictures will again release its 1994 classic, “The Lion King,” for a special two-week run in 3D starting Friday, followed by the Diamond Edition release of the film on DVD, Blu-ray, and 3D Blu-ray on Oct. 4.

‘Super 8’ falls short of hype but still delivers

September 15, 2011
By John Villarose
Lycourier Staff

New changes to ‘Star Wars’ anger fans

September 15, 2011
By Robert Rinaldo
Entertainment Editor/ Lycourier

BAG club plans ‘Monopoly’ tournament for Sept. 25

September 15, 2011
By Sam Ferraro
Staff Writer/ Lycourier

Club Spotlight: Campus Girl Scouts

September 15, 2011
By Tricia Mundell
Staff Writer/ Lycourier

Greek life sets example with ‘Perfect Party’

September 15, 2011
By Paige Cole
College Life Editor/ Lycourier


Members of campus fraternities and sororities shared the dance floor with the Class of 2015 during the “Perfect Party.” The event, hosted by the Panhellenic and IFC Councils, was held to foster a positive image of Greek Life at Lycoming College.

Campus holds inaugural Day of Service

September 15, 2011
By Amanda Miller
Staff Writer/ Lycourier

Sunday marked the anniversary of the tragic day in American history which we refer to as 9/11.

Faculty Spotlight: biology department welcomes Zhao

September 15, 2011
By Victoria Yuskaitis
Staff Writer/ Lycourier


Dongjiao Zhao, a new faculty member of Lycoming College and an assistant professor of biology, is “so excited about the opportunity to teach at Lycoming.”

Snowden Library to honor woman behind ‘Little Women’

September 15, 2011
By Hillary Hubbard
Staff Writer/ Lycourier

Starting today, Snowden Library is organizing many activities regarding author Louisa May Alcott. The events will continue on throughout the fall semester, and will be held throughout the Williamsport community.

Senior Spotlight: J.B. Campanella

April 14, 2011
by: Kaitlyn Ober

When looking at colleges four years ago, J.B. Campanella narrowed his choices to Widener University and Lycoming, but not for lacrosse. Originally, Campanella was searching for a fit on a football team.

“Even though I had grown up playing both sports, football at that time was my main focus,” he said.

Women's Lacrosse Welcomes Trescavage

April 14, 2011
by: Kelly Prendergast

During the 2011 season the Lycoming College Women’s Lacrosse team is undergoing many changes. It is now under the leadership of new head coach Chrissy Carfello Trescavage.

Trescavage is the sixth head coach in the history of the Lycoming women’s lacrosse program.

Lycourier senior staff spotlight Kaitlyn Ober

April 14, 2011
by: Jennifer Basch

Graduating in May as a corporate communication major and a Spanish minor, senior Kaitlyn Ober has enjoyed her years as a Lycoming College student.

From Lititz, PA, Ober has participated in many campus activities including Women’s basketball, which has played a major role in her life, playing all four years at Lycoming College.

Lycourier staff senior spotlight Erica Smithson

April 14, 2011
by: Paige Cole

“I have loved to write as long as I can remember,” Smithson said. “I remember back in elementary school when I would read stories and try to create versions of my own. Writing has always been really fun and relaxing to me and a way to express myself.”

Students give life at spring blood drive

April 14, 2011
by: Emily Stinemire

Every two seconds someone in the United States is in need of a blood transfusion to save his or her life. That’s 38 thousand transfusions daily.

Last week’s American Red Cross Bloodmobile collected 100 units of blood which could help 300 people.

Lycoming Concert Band sets spring performance

April 14, 2011
by: Linnea Morris

The spring performance for the Lycoming Concert Band will be at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday at the Community Arts Center on East Fourth Street.

The band consists of 46 college students with some additional professional musicians and music lovers from the Williamsport area.

The program is as follows:

Students 'Outwit, Outplay, Outlast,' at Relay

April 14, 2011
by: Jennifer Basch

The Lycoming College chapter of Colleges Against Cancer hosted its seventh annual Relay for Life in the Recreation Center to raise money for the American Cancer Society.

The Colleges Against Cancer relay at Lycoming College raised $26,000 for the American Cancer Society, surpassing its goal by $7,500.
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