March 2013

The Leprechaun Gold
St. Vincent-St. Mary High School * Volume XLII * Issue 6 * March 2013
HABEMUS PAPAM
Pope Francis (Jorge Bergoglio) of Argentina
Jackson Ewing
staff reporter
Cardinal Jorge Mario Bergoglio, known as Pope Francis, was elected
pope on March 13, which is the same day as the Feast of St. Joseph, the
patron saint of Italy.
Pope Francis, who is 76 years old, was ordained in 1969, and became the Archbishop of Buenos
Aires in 1998. He became a
cardinal in 2001.
The pope is fluent in Spanish,
Latin, Italian, German, French,
and English.
As a cardinal, Pope Francis
has a reputation as a humble
man. Throughout his time serving the church, he lived a simple
life, including living in a small
apartment, riding the bus, and
cooking his own meals.
He is also known for modernizing the Argentine church. He
appears to have a conservative
view on issues such as abortion
and same sex marriage, as well
as his support of celibacy. His
opposition to same-sex marriage
has led to conflict with Argentine
president Cristina Fernández de
Kirchner.
Once he was announced as
Pope, he asked the audience and Catholics everywhere to pray for him
and for God to guide him in the difficult task of guiding the church.
This act was viewed as a sign of Pope Francis’s humble nature by many
Catholics.
He also referred to himself as “bishop” more than pope, calling himself the Bishop of Rome. He referenced his predecessor, Pope Benedict
XVI, as emeritus bishop as well.
The pope is someone who has had “a day-to-day link with the
population and ordinary people” during his many years as head of a
large diocese in Buenos Aires, said Rev. Federico Lombardi, a Vatican
spokesman. He also commented on his Jesuit background, saying Jesuits
are recognized for their exceptional educational institutions and their
focus on social justice. “Jesuits are characterized by their service to the
Church ... but trying to avoid positions of power,” said Lombardi, the
Vatican spokesman, who is also a Jesuit. “I am absolutely convinced that
we have a pope who wants to serve. His election was the election of a
rejection of power.”
The new pope is the first to choose the name “Francis,” a name that
many people associate with St. Francis of Assisi, though some say it
could be referencing St. Francis Xavier. Pope Francis is also the first
Jesuit and first pope from Latin America.
Catholics are speculating about in what direction he will lead the
Church. One of the biggest issues that Pope Francis will face is the
recent scandals involving clergymen. In Argentina and the rest of Latin
America, where Pope Francis has his origins, there are fewer reports
about such scandals. Many wonder
how this will affect any of his decisions on the issue.
He has a reputation for using his
mind to solve a problem but his heart
to make a decision. He also operates within the world of an ordained
clergy while not being drowned in
self-serving clerical rank and privilege.
His first day as pope began with
him praying at the Basilica of Santa
Maria Maggiore in Rome, a place of
special significance for the Jesuits.
Later, he participated in a mass with
the cardinals in the Sistine Chapel.
Speaking in Italian, Pope Francis
didn’t use a script and kept the sermon short, calling on the cardinals to
have courage. “I would like for all of
us, after these days of grace, that we
find courage to walk in the presence
of God ... and to build the church
with the blood of Christ. Only this way
will the Church move forward.”
Mr. Ken McDonald and Mr. Glenn Griffin both have positive things
to say about the new pope. “I think that things are looking good for the
Church,” Mr. McDonald said. “It looks like the cardinals have been
guided by the Holy Spirit to select a man who will bring us back to our
roots.”
“I’m excited about him,” said Mr. Griffin. “I’m just learning about
him, but his attention to form and willingness to bring humility to the
office make him seem like a good choice. His love for the poor and
humility are two things that I think will be a great example for us and
the entire Church, as well as something to help the bishops make good
decisions.”
Students are excited about the new pope as well. “I’m really excited
to get new blood in the papacy. All of my friends and I are excited to
see what Pope Francis brings to the legacy of the Catholic Church,” said
Aaron Bennett.
Erin McNulty said, “He seems really humble. I really like that he’s
the first pope from the Americas because the Americas make up a significant part of the Catholic Church.”
Commentary
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St. Vincent- St. Mary High School
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The Irish Prayer
May the road rise
to meet you,
May the wind be
always at your back,
May the sun shine
warm upon your face.
May the rains fall
soft upon your fields.
And, until we meet again,
May God hold you in the
Hollow of His hand.
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TOP FIVE CLASSES TO TAKE
BEFORE YOU GRADUATE
Amanda Sollenberger
Editor-in-chief
1. IRISH LITERATURE
Teacher: Mrs. Bickett
Reason to take it: “Even if your ethnicity
is not Irish, STVM has an Irish tradition and
spirit. Our school is located in an area that was
at one time almost exclusively inhabited by the
Irish. Many traveled from Ireland during the
Potato Famine to this area and built St. Vincent
Church and the surrounding neighborhood.
Studying Irish Literature is a great way to tap
into the humor and spirit of the people.”
What you study: “In addition to Irish literature, we also study the geography, history, and
culture of Ireland. Irish music and dance have
also become popular components of this class.
Throughout our study of Irish drama, a novel,
sort stories, and poetry, we develop an appreciation for our Irish roots.”
Additional Comments: “Yes, Irish Lit is
FUN!”
2. ART
Teacher: Mrs. Lancianese
Reason to take it: “These classes help you
relax and slow down in such a hurried place
we have in life. These classes also help search
for the creativity that we all have inside ourselves.”
What you study: “The basic elements of art
that are seen is all aspects of design, photography, and painting. Students learn about the
famous artists whom everyone should know:
Picasso, Michelangelo, and Dali.”
Additional Comments: “Art is not difficult,
it’s just time consuming. It’s like everything
else in life, the more one works on it, the better
it becomes. Taking an art class is a wonderful
experience that you will remember your whole
life.”
3. WESTERN THOUGHT I AND II
Teacher: Mrs. Richardson
Reason to take it: “Western Thought was
designed to prepare students for college. Most
universities have a required course in the
Humanities for which students have very little
background. This course provides a foundation in Western cultural traditions- including
philosophy, art, and music.”
What you study: “In the first semester, we begin with the ancient Greeks and Romans, continue with the Middle Ages, and end with the
Renaissance. The second semester covers the
Reformation, Baroque, Classical and Romantic
periods, and ends with the Modern Period.”
Additional Comments: “The most important things a student can learn from Western
Thought are (1) how to think, (2). to understand the foundations of our own culture, and
(3) to appreciate man’s greatest accomplishments in art and music.”
4. CHINESE
Teacher: Mrs. Drumm
Reason to take it: “One, because opportunities
abound for Americans who know Chinese... not
only are American companies and organizations opening up to China, but also Chinese
companies are opening up here so there are
many possibilities. Two, you will never get
bored with studying Chinese language and
culture because their recorded history is long,
and you can go as deep into the language as
you want. Three, while the Chinese character
reading and writing are challenging, spoken
Chinese has relatively simple grammar (i.e. no
verb conjugations, no masculine or feminine
endings, and no plurals). And four, people will
think you’re cool!”
What you study: “We concentrate on listening and reading and then add speaking and
writing. I try to also give students all the tricks
I have used over the years for remembering
and learning the language. We also learn about
Chinese culture from food to calligraphy to pop
culture.”
Additional Comments: “Next fall, we will
begin having students from China as part of our
student body. That will give our American students of Chinese a chance to practice and learn
more about life in China. Students interested
in hosting these Chinese students in their home
should contact me [Mrs. Drumm].”
5. TECH THEATRE
Teacher: Mr. Neary
Reason to take it: “Tech Theatre is a hands-on
project design class that teaches the technically
curious student about the design and production elements of theatre. It is a class that challenges the student’s creativity.”
What you study: “In Tech Theatre we study
all of the technical aspects of production design
from designing sets, to creating special effects
and horror makeup, to actually building set
pieces for our productions. Students also create
projects in costume design and props design.
Students will also learn how to use tools properly and safely.”
Additional Comments: “Tech Theatre is
personally my favorite of the theatre classes
at STVM. The projects we complete are fun
and creative. The class atmosphere is informal
and project-oriented. It gives me the chance to
share my experience and passion
for the technical
theatre arts.”
March 2013
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Shamrock Alley
Morgan Marando
staff reporter
Mu Alpha Theta inducts students
The Mu Alpha Theta officers and Ms.
Patonai inducted the following students:
seniors Trenton Campbell, Emily Cetnarowski,
Vincent Piccoli, Joeseph Stavale; juniors Claire
Beskitt, Robert Brunn, Vincent Carson, Colbey
Coombs, Sylvia Fallucco, Joseph Fickes, Katie
Goedecke, Dieter Haas, Marie Hammer, Corey
Large, Gabrielle Leonardi, Brendan Luebbering, Joanne Lutman, Brianna Machuga, Audrey
Maloy, Olivia Manna, Kiley May, Rosalie
McCullough, Jaqueline McDowell, Sydney
Mcintyre, Melanie Mohler, Mackenzie Nolte,
Nicole Paolucci, Andrew Rickbrodt, Emily
Roberts, Viktoria Sargeant, Mario Volpe, Paul
Wilson, Gabrielle Yarbrough; sophomores Zane
Bellar, Julia Bowen, Jane Bozsik, Matthew
Carlson, Marco Colant, Mariah Costa, James
Demboski, Katherine Friess, Angela Giltner,
Cynthia Haas, John Kelliher, Alaina Misbrener,
Andrew Misbrener, Cannon Morgan, Jaclyn
Musci, Emma Noethen, Patrick Oliverio, Kevin
Oyakawa, Joeseph Puhalla, Emma Rickus, Karl
Rybka, Brooklynn Scherer, Michael Walker,
and Robert Yeaton.
Car Raffle winners announced
At halftime of the STVM vs. Canton
McKinley boys’ basketball game, the winners
of the 11th Annual Irish Family Car Raffle
were drawn. First prize, a 2013 Chevy Cruze
donated by Serpentini Chevrolet, was awarded
to Jim Kananen, a STVM former parent and
resident of Peninsula. Second prize, a 51”
Samsung Flat Screen TV donated by Kipp &
Ruby Kofsky, was won by Warren Guillard
father of senior Marie Guillard. The third prize,
$500 in Circle K gas cards donated by Jerry
Kelly HVM08, was won by Lori Urdiales,
mother of sophomore Karmen Urdiales.
Students qualify for OHS Olympiad
For the first time in school history, two
students qualified for the State Mathematics
Tournament: Preston Hollopeter and Andrew
Rodgers. The Ohio High School Olympiad
will be held on Saturday, March 30 at Capital
University.
Blood Drive exceeds expectations
On Friday, March 8, the Blood Drive sponsored by Future Medics took place in the main
gym. The drive was in honor of Ms. Sanor and
the school had the highest number of donors in
STVM history. About128 students participated
and 98 successful pints were given, which
passed the school’s goal of 91 pints. For each
pint given, three lives are saved. Mrs. Windhorst said “I was inspired by all of the
students’ courageous efforts.”
March 2013
Mock Trial Team
advances to state
Jackson Ewing
staff reporter
Feature
Team, Borodkin won Best Attorney and Johenning won Best Witness. On the Gold Team,
Woyat won a Best Witness award.
On the second day of competition, teams
were randomly selected to put on a trial against
another school. In addition to the schools being
randomly selected, the prosecution and defense
teams were also randomly chosen from the
school.
The defense side of the Gold Team went
up against one of Hoban’s prosecuting teams.
They won the trial, with Stadler winning a Best
Attorney award and Jane Bozsik winning a
Best Witness award.
In the semi-final round of competition, the
Gold Team’s prosecuting team faced Indian
Hill’s defense team. Sparhawk won Best Attorney for her work during the trial, but the team
lost during this round of competition. The Gold
Team placed in the final four out of 365 teams
which competed in Ohio Mock Trial competition. Indian Hill, the school that was also the
returning Mock Trial champion, went on to win
with Orange High School coming in 2nd.
The STVM Mock Trial Team qualified for
the state competition after winning at regionals.
In order to move on in a Mock Trial competition, both the prosecuting side and the defense
side of a team need to win their trials. On
Friday, February 22, Phoenix Team Gold and
Phoenix Team Green won both their trials.
Both teams competed in the State Mock
Trial competition in Columbus on March 7-8.
It is the first time that the STVM Mock Trial
Team has qualified for state competition since
the program first started three years ago.
Not only did both teams qualify for state
competition, the Gold Team also took second
place in the Regional competition, losing to the
first place team by only one point.
Several individual awards were also won by
members of the team. Isabella Sparhawk, Ben
Nelson, Ellie Ewing, and Bryan Borodkin won
Best Attorney awards for each of their trials.
Monica Pirie and Ashley Johenning won Best
Witness awards for their portrayals of their
characters during trial.
The Gold Team consists of Nelson, Sparhawk, RosaLia Stadler, Jackson Ewing, Mary Bozsik,
Jane Bozsik, Pirie, and Maci
Woyat. The Green team
consists of Ewing, Borodkin,
Jack Kelliher, Meghan Geist,
Annmarie Costigan, Johenning, J.C. Portis, and Rollie
Shank.
The first round of State
competition on March 7,
had the same format as the
previous competition. The
Gold Team won both of its
trials, while the Green Team
lost one of its trials but still (l to r) Mock Trial Gold members Rosalia Stadler, Isabella Sparplaced in the top 20 of the hawk, Mary Bozsik, Jane Bozsik, Maci Woyat, Monica Pirie, Jackson
competition. On the Green Ewing and Ben Nelson pose in the courtroom before a trial.
(l to r) Mock Trial
Green members Ashley
Johenning, J.C. Portis,
Meghan Geist, Bryan Borodkin, Annemarie Costigan,
Rollie Shank, Ellie Ewing,
and Jack Kelliher pose in the
courtroom before a trial.
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Church
Leprechaun Gold
Pope Benedict XVI retires at age 85
Jackson Ewing
staff reporter
After eight years as pope, Benedict XVI resigned from his position
on February 28 at 8:00 p.m. He is the first pope in 600 years to resign.
Pope Benedict cited his old age as a factor in his decision.“Strength
of mind and body are necessary, strength which in the last few months
has deteriorated in me to the extent that I have had to recognize my
incapacity to adequately fulfill the ministry entrusted to me,” said
Benedict.
Although he will no longer be the pope, he will keep the name
Benedict XVI and still be addressed as “his holiness” once he retires.
He will also be known as pope emeritus, emeritus pope, or Roman
pontifex emeritus.
Benedict led 100,000 people in prayer on Sunday, February 24.
“Today we contemplate Christ in the desert, fasting, praying, and being tempted,” the pope said to an unusually large crowd at St. Peter’s
Square in Vatican City. “As we begin our Lenten journey, we join Him
and we ask Him to give us strength to fight our weaknesses. Let me also
thank you for the prayers and support you have shown me in these days.
May God bless all of you!”
It was the last time the pope would address crowds as pope, and he
not only thanked them for their support but also discussed how he was
working for the greater good.The pope continued, “During the decisive
moments of our lives, and in fact at every moment, we are in front of a
crossroads: Do we want to follow the I
or God?”
In order to select a new pope, a
conclave takes place. The College of
Cardinals sends its voting members into
sequestration in Vatican City. The term
“conclave” comes from the Latin phrase
cum clavis, meaning “with key.” The
term originates from this because the
cardinals are locked within the Sistine
Chapel during the voting process.
Normally, a conclave begins between
15 and 20 days after a pope’s death.
However, since Benedict has chosen to
resign, the conclave began on March 11.
There are a couple rules imposed by
Universi Dominici Gregis (UDG) that
the cardinals follow. These rules state
that the number of voting cardinals must
not exceed 120, a two-thirds-plus-one majority vote in order to determine the new pope, and an age limit of 80 on voting cardinals.
Each ballot is inscribed at the top with the words Eligo in Summum
Pontificem meaning “I elect as supreme pontiff.” Underneath this,
cardinals write in secret the name of the person they want to be pope.
The voting cardinal then folds the ballot twice, holds it in the air, and
carries it to the chapel’s altar. He then says, “I call as my witness Christ
the Lord who will be my judge, that my vote is given to the one whom
before God I think should be elected.”
The votes are counted by three different scrutineers who follow a
very specific procedure for counting the votes. The first scrutineer looks
at a ballot, counts the vote, and passes it on to the next scrutineer who
will do the same. The third Scrutineer reads aloud the name on the ballot, pierces the ballot with a needle through the word Eligo at the top of
the ballot, and slides the ballot onto a string of thread. Once all of the
votes are read, the string is tied into a knot in order to preserve the vote.
The ballots are then placed into a receptacle.
After the votes are counted, they are burned to signify that a pope
has been elected. If no pope has been chosen, a chemical is applied to
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the ballots in order to create black smoke when burned. White smoke
signals that a pope has been elected.
Benedict will have no influence in the decision, although some speculate that his influence will not be completely ignored. He has appointed
over half of the cardinals that are going to make the decision.
CNN Senior Vatican Analyst John Allen said that means the next
pope, no matter where he is from, will probably continue in Benedict’s
conservative tradition, which has seen the Church take a firm line on
issues such as abortion, birth control, and divorce.
Benedict has announced that he will “remain hidden from the world”
after he steps down from the papacy. In his statement, Benedict said he
wished “to also devotedly serve the Holy Church of God in the future
through a life dedicated to prayer.”
Lombardi said it was expected that Pope Benedict would devote his
time to reflection and prayer. He also added that, given his age, he will
most likely not be assigned any more administrative decisions or duties.
There have been some issues with the election of the new pope. Popular pressure is growing in the United States and Italy to keep California
Cardinal Roger Mahony away from the conclave to elect the next pope
because of his role shielding sexually abusive priests.
Mahony has announced that he will be attending and participating
in the election. A Vatican spokesperson also said that there is no history
of any cardinal not participating in the election of a pope because of
personal scandal.
Conclaves often cause shameful and dark secrets about cardinals to come to light. However,
Mahony’s previous history is both
recent and coincides with recent
scandals in both Europe and the
United States.
This week, the influential
Italian Catholic affairs magazine
Famiglia Cristiana asked its readers if the Los Angeles based Cardinal Mahony should participate
in the conclave given these facts.
“Your opinion: Mahony in the
conclave: Yes or No?” is the title
of the survey on the magazine’s
website. It is one of the most read
magazines in Italy.
Two days before Benedict XVI stepped down from the position, the
cardinals had already begun to gather in Rome.
On his last day as pope, over 10,000 people appeared outside of the
Vatican retreat where he officially stepped down from the position. He
thanked the crowd for their support and gave them a blessing.
Once Benedict resigned, seals were placed on the entrance to the
pope’s Vatican apartment, only to be broken when the next pope is
elected. His fisherman’s ring and papal seal had scratch marks put in
them so that he can no longer seal any documents with them.
Benedict also was required to make a pledge of unconditional obedience and respect to whoever becomes the next pope. “I will continue to
serve you in prayer, in particular in the coming days, so that you may be
touched by the Holy Spirit in the election of a new pope,” he said.
Each cardinal also said a final farewell to Pope Benedict after they
gave him a standing ovation. “There was a note of sadness in saying
farewell to this man who has been our spiritual father for the last eight
years,” said Cardinal Sean O’Malley of Boston.
The Cardinals then prepared for the conclave. Each was officially
invited Friday, March 7, to participate.
March 2013
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Country of the month: Vatican City
Kelly Lauck
staff reporter
It may come as a shock to many that Vatican City is a country. Vatican
City, also known as the Holy See, became independent in 1929 when Italy and the Holy See signed the Lateran Treaty. Since then, Vatican City
has been a thriving city/nation that issues passports, coins, and stamps.
Its post office is commonly used by Italians as it is more efficient than
Italian mail. The city is also equipped with a publishing house and radio
station. Vatican City also maintains diplomatic relations with more than
150 countries around the world.
Interesting Facts:
Population: 798
Capital: Vatican City; 798
Area: 0.2 square mile
Language: Italian, Latin, French
Religion: Roman Catholic
GDP per Capita: U.S. $25,500
*The Vatican museums are over 9 miles long. It is said that if a tourist
Church
spent only one minute admiring each painting, it would take that person
four years to go through the all of the museums.
*If they so choose, Italians are allowed to donate 8 percent of their
yearly taxes to the Vatican.
*In 2007, Vatican City became
the first carbon-neutral site in the
world. That means that Vatican
City has achieved a net zero
carbon footprint by offsetting their
emissions with fresh air. In order
to do this, they created a forest in
Hungary.
*ATM users in Vatican City are
still given the option to use Latin
to perform transactions. The Vatican Bank is the only one in the world to
do so.
* There is no income tax in Vatican City.
Interfaith Panel dialogues Art students receive honors
Jack Hurley
staff reporter
On Wednesday, March 3, the student body gathered in the gymnasium to listen to a panel of five leaders of different religions about
respect, worship, and expression of relationships to the community. They
included Pastor Mike Dennis, Canton Nazarene Church; Reverend Fr.
Norm Douglas, Executive Director of Heart-to-Heart Communications
and Campus Minister of The University of Akron; Pastor Stacey Jenkins,
House of Prayer for All People; Cantor Jason Rosenman, Temple Israel;
and Imam Nader Taha, Islamic Society of Akron and Kent. Student
participation included seniors Abrar Alniemi, Fransohn Bickley, Bennett
Nelson; juniors Aisha Jami, Maxine Prince, Mario Volpe; sophomores
Imani Davis, Aaron Kofsky, Sierra Turner; freshmen Lia Giffels, Kyle
Kelly, Hope Roberts. Religious witnesses were given by Abrar Alniemi,
Maxine Prince, and Aaron Kofsky.
Imam Taha, also a teacher at STVM, closed the ceremony with a
summation of the event and a prayer. “The main thing we should learn
from this is to respect each other’s views, even if we disagree with each
other. If we open our hearts and minds, we can start seeing the beauty of
the wisdom that God created us uniquely.”
The panel generated discussion among the students “It [the panel]
made us more aware of different cultures and religions, and it opened
our eyes. It took us out of our ‘private school bubble,’” said senior Katie
Pamer.
The Interfaith Dialog assembly was organized and presented by the
“STVM Cares Committee,” one of the teacher subcommittees responsible for implementation of the School Improvement Plan. Committee
members are Mrs. Roberts, Mr. Dages, Mr. Neary, Mr. Taha, and Mr.
Alniemi. It includes the goal that “Students will demonstrate their understanding of Catholic morals and values in building a faith community
of respect for themselves, others, and the campus environment.”
The Interfaith Dialog assembly was one of a number of activities provided this year to promote a culture of respect in the school community.
March 2013
Kelly Lauck
staff reporter
Art students acheived high honors in two recent art competitions; the
Ohio Govenor’s Youth Competition and Akron’s 2013 Holocaust Arts
and Writing Competition.
Of all the schools represented at the Ohio Govenor’s Youth Competition, only three of the pieces on display at the Govenor’s Exhibit
are from Catholic schools. Only two of the schools come from Akron:
STVM and Firestone.
Winners from the Ohio Govenor’s Youth Competition
Senior Mary Cistone was awarded State Winner with High Honors,
Top 25, and Judge’s Favorite Award in Photography. Her piece will be
displayed at the Govenor’s Exhibit through May 23.
State Winners:
Caroline McCarty
Maddy Bishop
State Finalists:
Jordan Weisensell
Amanda Getz
Maddie Beskitt
Christopher Esker
Kimi Gough
Mick Iacafano
Honorable Mention:
Bryce Ruggles
Abrar Alniemi
Gia Faetanini
Lacey Caprio
Mary Cistone with her state award
winning photograph titled, “The last day
of school.”
Winners from the City of Akron Holocaust Arts and
Writing Competition
Sophomore Joseph Paloucci was awarded 1st Place in the Visual Art
category. Because of this, he is invited to a trip to Washington D.C. on
May 9.
Joe Paolucci
Honorable Mention:
won 1st Place
Kimi Gough
in the Holocaust
Josh Vellequette
competition for
Maddie Beskitt
the Visual Art
Abrar Alniemi
category.
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News-in-brief
Leprechaun Gold
Around the Globe
1.
Sprint runner Oscar Pistorius accused of murder
South African sprint runner Oscar Pistorius was accused of murdering his girlfriend, Reeva
Steenkamp, on February 13. Pistorius claims that he believed his girlfriend to be a home
intruder. He called for help, but Steenkamp had died before proper medical attention could be
given. Prosecutors claimed that the two had an argument and that he killed her in an act of
rage. The defense claimed that there is not enough evidence for the prosecution to know that
information.Throughout the grand jury proceedings, Pistorius was seen sobbing and weeping
whenever his girlfriend’s name was mentioned. He is under house arrest at his uncle’s home
until the trial begins.
STATE TOURNAMENT
staff reporter
2.
North Korea threatens U.S. and South Korea
The armistice agreement that ended the Korean War in 1953 has been declared invalid by the North Korean Army. The Rodong Sinmun newspaper reported, “The U.S. has reduced the armistice agreement to a dead paper.” North Korea also cut off direct phone links with South Korea at the
inter-Korean border village of Panmunjom, according to South Korea’s Yonhap News Agency. The phone line was the emergency link for quick,
two-way communication between the two sides. North and South Korea have remained technically at war since the conclusion of the Korean War. It
is yet to be seen if either side is going to take military action against the other. The Rodong Sinmun reported the commanders of the North Korean
military said that the military can now make a “strike of justice at any target anytime, not bound to the armistice agreement, and achieve the national
reunification, the cherished desire of the Korean nation.” South Korea and the U.S. have begun conducting military drills and exercises called the
“Key Resolve.” North Korea calls the exercises an “open declaration of war.” North Korea had previously warned it could carry out strikes against
the U.S. and South Korea. Analysts say North Korea is years away from having the technology needed to mount a nuclear warhead on a missile.
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Sea to Shining Sea
Brianne Mehen
Christopher Dorner rampage ends
staff reporter
Christopher Dorner, 33, a fugitive who killed four people during a set-up guerilla warfare
ambush posted a rant on Facebook that mentioned people whom he blamed for his job loss
as a Los Angeles police officer five years ago. A manhunt was launched on February 7 and a
reward for $1,000,000 was offered for spotting or capturing him. There was much concern also
because Dorner used to be in the Navy and has won many medals for his skillful shooting. He
stole a car from a southern California couple and left them tied up in their mountain cabin. As he was driving away, he was pursued by police and
took refuge at a nearby cabin, where a shootout began. During the battle, one San Bernardino County officer was killed. The police attempted to draw
Dorner out of the cabin with the somewhat flammable gas, CS gas. The cabin caught fire and burned him to death.
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Athletic Update
Division II-
Jackson Ewing
STATE TEAM SCORE: 3rd
120- Garrett Carter 7th
126- Mike Rix 2nd
132- Walter Gibson Injury
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138- Ryan Skonieczny 2nd
182- Aaron Adkins 1st
285- Dre’k Brumley 7th
1.
Wrestling
DISTRICT @ Alliance
The team took 3rd place overall
out of 48 teams. 6 wrestlers qualified to state with a 7th qualifying
as an alernate.
113- John Chell 5th (alternate)
120- Carter 3rd
126- Mike Rix 2nd
132- Gibson 4th
138-Skonieczny 1st
182- -Adkins 2nd
285- Brumley 3rd
Amanda Sollenberger
Editor-in-chief
SECTIONAL @ Northwest
The team took 1st place out of
12 teams overall with 240 points,
defeating the second place team
(Coventry) by 42 points. Ten out
of 12 STVM wrestlers moved on
to District.
113- Chell 1st
120- Carter 1st
126- Rix 1st
132- Gibson 1st
138- Skonieczny 1st
145- Knaus 3rd
152- Chu 4th
160- Sciarretti 6th
170- S Soovacool 1st
182- Adkins 1st
195- Joe Faetanini 6th
285- Brumley 1st
The STVM wrestling team started the season with twelve wrestlers, too few to make up a full squad, but the Irish didn’t let that stop them. They
qualified six wrestlers to state and one alternate and came out with a state champion, two state runner-ups, and a total of five state placers. Junior
Aaron Adkins took home the Gold and senior Mike Rix took home the Silver and his fourth state placement. He was the first wrestler in school
history to place in the state tournament four times. Junior Ryan Skonieczny also placed 2nd and this was his second time qualifying to state and his
second time on the podium. The two Irish wrestlers to finish in 7th place were sophomore Dre’k Brumley (two time state qualifier) and sophomore
Garett Carter (first time state qualifier). Junior Walter Gibson also qualified to the state tournament for the second time but was injured during the
quarter finals.
Coach Anthony Gary commented, “It was nice to see all the hard work the kids put in pay off, and it was a great accomplishment to have eight
sectional champs and six state qualifiers.”
Senior Mike Rix said, “It was great to go down to Columbus for my fourth time. Every trip down there is different with different hurdles and new
competitors. I’m very grateful for all my experiences with the wrestling program and all my accomplishments.”
Adkins, two time state qualifier, first time state placer, achieved his second state title of the 2012-2013 school year (also having won one in football). After competing in the semi-finals, Atkins was victorious and moved onto the final round. He won the 182 pound weight class with a pin in
1:01, defeating Revere senior Stephen Suglio.
Div. II State Champion
Jesse Jackson Jr. pleads guilty and waives trial
Former Illinois congressman Jesse Jackson pleaded guilty to criminal charges for spending campaign funds of $750,000 on personal expenses. He
is now facing 46 to 57 months in prison and a fine of $10,000 to $100,000 after making a plea deal with prosecutors. He also pleaded guilty to one
count of conspiracy to commit wire fraud, mail fraud, and false statements. A few hours later, his wife, Sandra Jackson, pleaded guilty to filing false
joint federal income tax returns and is now facing two years in prison and a fine of $3,000 to $40,000. She admitted that she failed to report $600,000
in income that she and her husband earned in the past six years. According to the law, the maximum fine for both Jackson and his wife would be
$250,000.
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Aaron Adkins
Ellie Ewing
staff reporter
Cleveland’s West Side Market reopens after fire
Div. II 7th Place Garrett Carter
On January 30, a fire broke out at Cleveland’s West Side Market. Investigations are still going on to see what
caused the incident but an electrical problem is suspected to be the cause. West Side Market representatives stated
that they have made sure to make the new and improved market cleaner and more efficient than ever. The cafe manager Tom Szoradi stated, “I can’t stress enough how surprised people are going to be. It’s really really beautiful.”
Although West Side Market has come out of this fire on top, not everyone has done so well. Two local meat stands
that are neighbors of West Side Market were burnt down in the fire and have yet to reopen.
2. Steubenville teens found guilty of rape
Two Steubenville teenage boys were found guilty of raping a 16 year old girl and were sent to youth prison. The rape occurred at the end-of-thesummer party in August. All were drinking and the assault occurred while the girl was drunk and appeared to be passed out. One was sentenced to
a minimum of two years and possibly until the age of 21 in the custody of the Ohio Department of Youth Services. The other was sentenced to a
minimum of one year. They both apologized to the girl, her family, and their own families.
Div. II State Runner-up Michael Rix
Div. II 7th Place Dre’k Brumley
Div. II State Runner-up Ryan Skonieczny
3. Craiglist murderer found guilty
Richard Beasley will face the death penalty after being convicted of all aggravated murder charges in the 2011 shooting deaths of three men and an
attempted murder of a fourth man. The men responded to a Craiglist ad for a bogus job as a caretaker for Noble County property. Judge Lynne Callahan presided over the trial and will convene a mini-trial to determine whether the jury will recommend the death penalty.
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Update
Boys’ Basketball
Kristen Bratton
staff reporter
Regional:
Warrensville Heights:
Warrensville Heights (W 57-48)
Wells scored 8 baskets and 4 free
throws for a total of 20 poins;
Woolridge scored 2 baskets and 2
free throws for a total of 7 points;
Hudson scored 3 baskets and 1
free throw for a total of 7 points;
Bickley scored 4 free throws for a
total of 4 points; Hargrove scored
2 baskets and 1 free throw for a
total of 5 points; Junius scored 1
basket and 1 free throw for a total
of 3 points.
CVCA (W 54-37)
Woolridge scored 1 basket for a
total of 2 points; Hudson scored
2 baskets and 2 free throws for a
total of 6 points; Bickley scored
2 baskets for a total of 4 points;
Hargrove scored 1 basket for a
total of 3 points; King scored 7
baskets and 2 free throws for a
total of 18 points; Weber scored
1 basket for a total of 2 points;
Wells scored 7 baskets and 1 free
throw for a total of 15 points; Junius scored 1 basket for a total of
2 points; Booker scored 1 basket
for a total of 2 points.
King scored 2 3-point goals, Hargrove scored 1.
District:
Alliance (W 73-56)
Hudson scored 6 baskets and 10
free throws for a total of 22 points;
Hargrove scored 4 baskets for a
total of 9 points; King scored 5
baskets and 5 free throws for a
total of 16 points; Wells scored
4 baskets for a total of 8 points;
Williams scored 1 basket and 1
free throw for a total of 3 points;
Bickley scored 3 baskets for a
total of 7 points; Campbell scored
1 basket for a total of 2 points;
Weber scored 1 basket for a total
of 2 points; Booker scored 1
basket and 2 free throws for a total
of 4 points.
Hargrove, Bickley, and King
eached scored 1 3-point goal.
Tuslaw W 58-35
Hudson scored 3 baskets and 7
free throws for a total of 14 points;
Hargrove scored 1 free throw for a
total of 1 point; King scored 3 baskets and 2 free throws for a total
of 8 points; Wells scored 6 baskets
and 8 free throws for a total of 20
points; Woolridge scored 2 baskets
for a total of 4 points; Bickley
scored 1 basket and 3 free throws
for a total of 5 points; Campbell
scored 1 basket for a total of 2
points; Weber scored 1 basket for
a total of 2 points; Junius scored 1
basket for a total of 2 points.
Hudson scored 1 3-point goal.
Sectional:
Triway: W 78-38
Baddley scored 1 basket for a total
of 2 points; Bickley scored 4 bas-
2013 REGIONAL Champs
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kets and 1 free throw for a toal of
11 points; Booker scored 3 baskets
and 1 free throw for a total of 11
points; Campbll scored 1 basket
for a total of 2 points; Hargrove
scored 2 baskets for a total of 4
points; Hudson scored 2 baskets
and 2 free throws for a total of 7
points; Hurd scored 1 free throw
for a total of 1 point; Junius scored
2 fre throws for a total of 2 points;
King scored 4 baskets and 4 free
throws for a total of 13 points;
Robinson scored 2 free throws for
a total of 2 points; Weber scored
2 baskets for a total of 4 points;
Wells scored 4 baskets and 2 free
throws for a total of 10 points;
Wlliams scored 1 basket for a total
of 2 points; Woolridge scored 4
baskets and 3 free throws for a
total of 11 points.
Bickley scored 2 3-point goals,
King and Hudson each scored 1.
26 rebounds (Booker and Wells
each had 4).
Fairless: W 100-40
King scored 7 baskets for a total
of 17 points; Baddley scored 6
baskets and 3 free throws for a
total of 15 points; Corrigal scored
2 baskets for a total of 4 points;
Booker scored 3 baskets for a total
of 6 points; Junius scored 2 baskets for a total of 4 points; Weber
scored 3 baskets for a total of 6
points; Hurd scored 2 baskets for
a total of 6 points; Bickley scored
2 baskets for a total of 5 points;
Robinson scored 2 baskets and 3
free throws for a total of 8 points;
Woolridge scored 1 basket for a
total of 2 points; Williams scored
2 baskets for a total of 4 points;
Wells scored 2 baskets and 2 free
throws for a total of 6 points;
Hargrove scored 3 baskets for a
total of 8 points; Hudson scored
3 baskets for a total of 6 points;
Campbell scored 1 basket and 1
free throw for a total of 3 points.
King scored 3 3-point goals, Hurd
scored 2, Hargrove scored 2, Robinson and Bickley each scored 1.
Regular Season:
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Woolridge scored 2 baskets for a
total of 4 points; Hudson scored
8 baskets and 3 free throws for a
total of 23 points; Bickley scored
2 baskets for a total of 4 points;
Hargrove scored 1 basket for a
total of 2 points; King scored 7
baskets for a total of 16 points;
Campbell scored 1 basket for a
total of 2 points; Weber scored 1
basket for a total of 2 points; Wells
scored 5 baskets and 6 free throws
for a total of 16 points; Booker
scored 2 baskets for a total of 4
points; Williams scored 2 baskets
for a total of 4 points.
Hudson scored 4 3-point goals and
King scored 2.
36 rebounds (Hudson had 8).
N.C. HOOVER: W 79-71
Woolridge scored 1 basket for a
(Con’t on p. 9)
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(BBK con’t from p.8)
total of 2 points. Hudson scored
5 baskets and 4 free throws for a
total of 18 points; Bickley scored
2 baskets for a total of 6 points;
Hargrove scored 2 baskets for a
total of 5 points; King scored 6
baskets and 4 free throws for a
total of 17 points; Wells scored
7 baskets and 5 free throws for a
total of 19 points; Junius scored 3
baskets for a total of 6 points; Williams scored 2 baskets and 2 free
throws for a total of 6 points.
Hudson scored 4 3-point goals,
Bickley scored 2, and Hargrove
and King each scored 1.
28 rebounds (Wells had 8).
Ursuline W 71-60
Woolridge scored 6 free throws for
a total of 6 poins; Hudson scored
4 baskets and 6 free throws for a
total of 18 points; Bickley scored
2 baskets for a total of 5 points;
Hargrove scored 1 basket and 2
free throws for a total of 4 points;
King scored 6 baskets and 4 free
throws for a total of 17 points;
Wells scored 5 baskets and 5 free
throws for a total of 15 points; Junius scored 1 basket for a total of
2 points; Booker scored 1 basket
for a total of 2 points; Williams
scored 1 basket for a total of 2
points.
Hudson scored 4 3-point goals,
Bickley and King each had 1.
25 rebounds (Wells had 12).
Walsh W 61-50
Hudson and King each scored 21
points; Wells scored 9 points and
had 6 rebounds.
Hudson had 5 3-point shots.
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staff reporter
DISTRIcT:
Girls’ Basketball
Hathaway Brown L 34-46
Junior Shannon Jack scored 5 baskets and 1 free throw for a total of
12 points; junior Jordan Korinek
scored 3 baskets and 4 free throws
for a total of 10 points; junior
Kiley May scored 2 baskets for a
total of 6 points; Freshman Amelia
Motz scored 2 baskets and 2 free
throws for a total of 6 points.
May scored 2 3-point goals, Jack
scored 1.
Tallmadge W W 47-38
Jack scored 3 baskets for a total
of 7 points; Motz scored 6 baskets
and 4 free throws for a total of 16
points; Korinek scored 5 baskets
and 1 free throw for a total of 11
points; junior Alexis Taylor scored
2 baskets for a total of 4 points;
May scored 1 basket and 4 free
throws for a total of 7 points; senior Erica Bratton scored 1 basket
for a total of 2 points. Jack and
May each scored 1-3-point goal.
Sectional:
Beaumont W W 71-31
Korinek scored 7 baskets and 5
free throws for a total of 19 points;
Loll scored 2 free throws for a
total of 2 points; Jack scored 2
baskets and 1 free throw for a total
of 6 points; Motz scored 3 baskets
and 1 free throw for a total of 7
points; junior Nicole Paolucci
scored 4 baskets for a total of 9
points; freshman Jane Uecker
scored 4 free throws for a total
of 4 points; Taylor scored 2 free
throws for a total of 2 points; May
scored 3 baskets and 2 free throws
for a total of 9 points; freshman
Lexi Handley scored 1 basket and
1 free throw for a total of 3 points;
Bratton scored 3 baskets and 3
free throws for a total of 9 points;
senior Maria Skora scored 1 free
throw for a total of 1 point.
May, Paolucci, and Jack each
scored 1 3-point goal.
Akron North W 77-31
Freshmen Octavia Loll scored 1
basket for a total of 3 points; Jack
scored 7 baskets and 2 free throws
for a total of 18 points; Motz
scored 3 free throws for a total of
3 points; Paolucci scored 4 baskets
for a total of 8 points; Korinek
scored 7 baskets and 2 free throws
for a total of 17 points; Uecker
scored 1 basket and 2 free throws
for a total of 4 points; Taylor
scored 3 baskets and 1 free throw
for a total of 7 points; May scored
4 baskets and 1 free throw for a
total of 10 points; Handley scored
1 basket and 1 free throw for a
total of 3 points; Bratton scored
1 basket for a total of 2 points;
Skora scored 1 basket and 1 free
throw for a total of 3 points.
Jack scored 2 3-point goals, Loll
and May each scored 1.
Regular Season:
Magnificat L 42-52
Korinek scored 6 baskets and 11
free throws for a total of 23 points;
Jack scored 1 basket and 1 free
throw for a total of 4 points; Motz
scored 2 baskets and 2 free throws
for a total of 6 points; Uecker
scored 2 baskets for a total of 4
points; Taylor scored 2 baskets
and 1 free throw for a total of 5
points. Jack scored 1 3-point goal.
Cardinal Mooney W 64-28
Jack scored 9 baskets and 1 free
throw for a total of 21 points;
Motz scored 3 baskets and 1
free throw for a total of 7 points;
Paolucci scored 1 basket for a total
of 2 points; Korinek scored 4 baskets and 3 free throws for a total
of 11 points; Uecker scored 4 baskets for a total of 8 points; Taylor
scored 2 free throws for a total of
2 points; May scored 2 baskets for
a total of 4 points; Bratton scored
1 basket and 1 free throw for a
total of 3 points; Skora scored 3
baskets for a total of 6 points.
Jack scored 2 3-point shots.
38 rebounds (Korinek had 8).
Cleveland Central
Catholic W 72-27
Loll scored 1 basket for a total of
2 points; Jack scored 6 baskets
and 1 free throw for a total of 14
points; Motz scored 1 basket and 2
free throws for a total of 4 points;
Paolucci scored 1 basket and 2
free throws for a total of 5 points;
Korinek scored 6 baskets and 4
free throws for a total of 16 points;
Uecker scored 3 baskets and 6 free
throws for a total of 12 points;
Taylor scored 1 basket for a total
of 2 points; May scored 5 baskets
and 1 free throw for a total of 13
points; Brattton scored 2 baskets
for a total of 4 points.
May scored 2 3-point goals,
Paolucci and Jack each scored 1.
30 rebounds (Uecker had 7).
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Science students advance with Inquiry projects
Jack Hurley
staff reporter
On Tuesday, February 12, STVM held its local science fair in the
Mrs. Joanna Price submitted the following results.
Cosgrove Center from 4:00-7:00 p.m. There were 70 students who parSaturday, March 16, the District 5 Science Fair was held at the Uniticipated in the fair, 39 of whom earned Superior ratings and moved on
versity of Akron with 370 students competing from Northeastern Ohio.
to the District Fair held at The University of Akron on Saturday, March
STVM had 35 students judged at the fair and 19 will be moving on to
16. The students include freshmen Jack Baumer,
State Science Day in Columbus on May 11.
Bryan Borodkin, Gonzalo Diago, Colin Edgley,
The following students scored superior
Maddie Fickes, Eva Finley, Brian Heller, Justin
which allows them to move on to State comHofacker, Rachael Iacofano, Vincent Mazzola,
petition: freshmen Bryan Borodkin, Colin
Bridget Neugebauer, Hope Roberts, Dominic
Edgley, Maddie Fickes, Eva Finley, Hope
Sciarretti, Griffin Spinner, and Danielle WhidRoberts, and Danielle Whiddon; sophomores
don; sophomores Mariah Costa, Katherine
Katherine Friess and Karl Rybka; juniors
Friess, Joe Gironda, Joseph Puhalla , and Karl
Jack Giles, Meghan Gorbach, Preston HolRybka; juniors Sylvia Fallucco, Sean Gaffney,
lopeter, Jack Hurley, Mario Volpe, Mary
John Giles, Meghan Gorbach, Preston HollopWalsh, and Erica Wolf; seniors Emily Baker,
eter, Jack Hurley, Erin McNulty, Mario Volpe,
Nick Neill, Isabella Sparhawk and Vincenzo
Mary Walsh, Derek Whiddon, and Erica Wolf;
Volpe; state alternates: Sylvia Fallucco and
seniors Abrar Alniemi, Emily Baker, Nick
Local Science Fair winners are (l to r) Derek Whiddon, Sean Gaffney.
Neill, Bennett Nelson, Sloan Piglia, Isabella
Jack Hurley, Sean Gaffney,Mary Walsh, Marissa Tomin, Several of the students took home awards
Sparhawk, Marissa Tomin, and Vincenzo Volpe.
Vincenzo Volpe, Ben Nelson, Erin McNulty, and Sloan for placing in the top of their category and
The winners for Zoology and Microbiology
winning special sponsored awards that were
Piglia.
were Rybka (1st), Sciarretti (2nd), and Spinner
particular to their area of study.
(3rd); for Botany and Environmental: Edgley (1st), Borodkin, Roberts;
1. Emily Baker- 2nd place in Chemistry, Bridgestone Americas Tire
for Chemistry, Medicine, and Biochemistry: Hollopeter (1st), Friess
Operations Award
(2nd), and Alniemi (3rd); for Physics, Engineering, and Computers: Vin2. Bryan Borodkin- 2nd place in Zoology
cenzo Volpe (1st), Sparhawk (2nd), and Hurley (3rd). First place winners 3. Mariah Costa- Sigma Theta Tau- Delta Omega Chapter Nurses Honreceived $60 gift cards; second place winners received $40 gift cards;
orary Award
third place winners received $20 gift cards.
4. Katherine Friess- Sigma Theta Tau- Delta Omega Chapter Nurses
In addition to advancing to the District Fair, some students were
Honorary Award
invited to attend two other prestigious fairs. The following students were
5. Preston Hollopeter- 2nd place Polymer Science Award, Bridgestone
selected to attend the Northeast Ohio Science and Engineering Fair held
Americas Tire Operations Award, Governor’s Award in Environmental
at John Carroll University during the week of March 5th. Alniemi (3rd
Science Research
place: Health and Medicine, Cleveland Clinic Department of Biomedi6. Jack Hurley- 3rd place in Engineering, 3rd place Polymer Science
cal Engineering); Baker (3rd place chemistry); Giles 2nd place Health
Award
and Medicine); Gorbach (3rd Chemistry), Hollopeter (3rd Chemistry,
7. Nick Neill-1st place Biochemistry
Cuyahoga County Solid Waste District Special Award, First Energy
8. Hope Roberts- 1st place in Zoology
Corporation Special Award, NEOSEF Board of Directors Special Award,
9. Karl Rybka- 2nd place in Botany
William R Sweet Family special award); Hurley (3rd Place Engineering,
10.Isabella Sparhawk- 2nd place in Engineering, ASM International
Parker Hannifin Corporation Special Award, US Army Special Award),
Award
Neill (2nd Place Chemistry, American Chemical Society Special award);
11.Mario Volpe- 1st place in Chemistry, Governor’s Award in Advanced
Sparhawk (1st place Engineering, Intel Grand Prize, American InstiMaterials Science
tute of Chemical Engineers Special Award, Cleveland Clinic Special
12. Vincenzo Volpe- 1st place in Engineering, Governor’s Award in
Award, NASA Glenn Research Center Special Award, U.S Army Special
Biotechnology Research
Awards), Julianne Stamer (American Statistical Association Special
13. Derek Whiddon- Akron Council of Engineering & Scientific
Award), Mario Volpe (3rd Place Chemistry, American Chemical Society
Societies, Ohio Soybean Council
Special Award, NASA Glenn Research Center Special Award, ASM
All of the above accomplishments led to St. Vincent - St. Mary winInternational-Cleveland Chapter); Vincenzo Volpe (2nd Place Engining the award for Most Outstanding High School 2013 at the fair.
neering, Cleveland Clinic Special Award, Parker Hannifin Corporation
Special Award, International Society Advancing Light-Based Research
Special Award), and Whiddon (3rd Place Engineering).
Students were invited by Dr. Brian Davis to participate in the Austen
Bioinnovation Institute’s Best Medicine Fair held at Inventors Hall of
Fame STEM School on March 9: Joseph Puhalla (Bronze Award in Sensors/Imaging), Costa (Participation Award, Cartoon Art Award), Alniemi
(Participation Award), Angela Giltner (Participation Award), Freiss
(Plastics News Award, Participation Award), Sparhawk (Gold Award in
Health/Medicine, Internship at the University of Akron/ABIA Bioinnovations), Neill (Bronze Award in Biomaterials in Biomaterials/Polymer Medicine), Hurley (Participation Award), Gorbach (Participation
Award), Giles (Silver Award in Musculoskeletal), Whiddon (ParticipaFreshmen science winners are (l to r) Rachael Iacofano, Hope
tion Award), Vincenzo Volpe (Silver Award in Biomaterials/Polymer
Roberts, Eva Finley, Bridget Neugebauer, Vinny Mazzola, Gonzalo
Medicine, Biomimicry Award,) Stamer (Simulation Award, Participation
Diago, Justin Hofacker, and Bryan Borodkin.
Award), and Baker (Bronze Award in Interfaces/Infectious Disease).
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