AVs live in community, grow in faith during year of service
By ZACHARY WOZNAK ’12
Eye Staff Reporter
Each year, dedicated twenty-somethings return to their famed alma mater to spend the next nine months giving back to the Ignatius community and the surrounding neighborhood. This year is no exception as Aaron Mekker ’06, Joe Sheehan ’04, and Rob Zdankiewicz ’06 join our school through the Alumni Discernment and Volunteer Program (ADVP).
The program was established by Father Robert Welsh S. J. in 1995. Although much of the ADVP revolves around service, it also provides its participants with the opportunity for self-reflection in anticipation of future careers. Fifteen years and numerous volunteers later, the program has become a familiar addition to life at Saint Ignatius.
The alumni live in the century old Rutilio Grande House on Carroll Avenue. Each volunteer has his own room in addition to a living room, kitchen, and dining room. \”It has a certain charm that adds to the AVDP for the alumni volunteers,”
Cory Finkler \'11 belts one out of t he yard as pitcher Andrew Cioli \'14 watches in disbelief. Both are members o fthe Wiffleball club, which meets each Wednesday this fall.
By MAC ROBINSON ’14
Eye Staff Reporter
One of the up-and-coming sports on campus might not be what you think. No, it’ s not hockey. No, it’ s not lacrosse. Surprisingly, it is wiffleball. The sport is beginning to become a very popular sport on the campus. There are many ways to get involved in this stupendous sport, such as Wiffleball Club and the Wiffleball Tournament.
Cory Finkler '11 belts one out of t he yard as pitcher Andrew Cioli '14 watches in disbelief. Both are members o fthe Wiffleball club, which meets each Wednesday this fall.
On October 9th, the Latin Club sponsored a wiffleball tournament. The total number of participants was astounding- there were over 32 teams and 128 players. The tournament, refereed by Mr. Zebrak, Mr. Laco, and Mrs. Morse, lasted several hours. In the end, \” $5 Milkshakes”
RESTAURANT REVIEW:
OHIO CITY BURRITO
1844 W. 25th Street (Corner of Bridge and W.25th)
Cleveland, Ohio
Rating: 4 Paws
Price: $
Are you stark-raving hungry late after school? Is campus dining closed? If so, boy do we have the place for you.
About a 5 minute walk from our campus sits a pleasant eatery offering the finest of Mexican food. Located on the corner of West 25th and Bridge Avenue, Ohio City Burrito attracts consumers of all varieties. This eatery provides a delicious and plentiful menu that is arguably better than the ever-popular Chipotle.
Can’t decide between a savory burrito or a mouth-watering taco? Why not choose both? Patrons may also select nachos or a taco salad as a side dish. The numerous toppings include: chicken, beef, pork, beans, sour cream, guacamole, and a variety of salsas including their sweet creation, “Grandma’s Salsa.” A flavorful veggie burrito is a great option for vegetarians.
With nothing $10.65 bought me two soft tacos–pork and beef–and a Brother’s Burrito. The burrito was roughly half the size of the average freshman’s head and ompacted tightly with toppings of your choice. I chose shredded chicken, black beans, rice, and guacamole. Fresh, crisp veggies added just the right amount of texture and the pulled meats were flavorful without being over-seasoned. Those who like more kick should definitely opt for OCB’s Fiery Hot Habanero salsa.
A feeling of warmth embraces all who enter the atmosphere as the entrance bell rings delicately. The scent alone could arouse a state of perpetual joy. From the hospitable employees to the satisfied customers, smiles are irresistible.
The brain-child of an East Side firefighter, Raymond Jeffrey Pizzuli, Ohio City Burrito was opened on September 12, 2009 in its current location. Helping run and co-own the shop is Raymond’s sister, Michelle, a teacher. Together, along with some of Michelle’s high school student-volunteers, they decorated the shop vibrantly after the Mexican holiday Dia de la Muertos (Day of the Dead). The family owned and operated business is an attraction for downtown city workers, visitors from the Cleveland suburbs, and Ohio City residents. This fantastic, affordable eatery provides an appropriate complement to the rest of its neighboring restaurants and taverns in Cleveland’s Market District. “
With the Halloween season upon us, I would like to offer my personal selection for the most terrifying and entertaining horror movies of all time. I recommend not trying to watch any of them alone.
Because St. Ignatius is strategically located in between the west and east sides of Cleveland, there is a wide array of potential trick-or-treat destinations for students on Halloween night. Here are the best and worst trick-or-treat destinations in the Cleveland area:
Best:
University Heights, east side: Everyone takes Halloween seriously in University Heights. Maybe a little bit too seriously. Nearly every house has some sort of
decoration up and almost all give out candy. The blocks are small to allow for easy and convenient trick-or-treating. Times: 6:00-8:00
Medina, south side: According to sophomore Tyler Tagliaferro, \”If you’re willing to make the long trek out there, the corn fields of Medina are a hot spot for king-sized Snickers and Reese’s handed out by the locals.”
Imagine the following scenario. You are working late in the SIHS Library. Engrossed in your English paper, you lose track of time. It’s 11:45pm and the last student left hours ago. You hear a strange sound. Is it Mr. Arko, coming to grammar check your work? Or is it something far more sinister? You panic and make a run for it. Here are five places you probably want to avoid:
#5 The Top of the Tower
Few student have been privy to the secret room located above the Tower Conference room. Behind a locked door is a narrow stairwell leading to a rickety ladder, leading to a trapdoor, leading to a room right out of Edgar Allen Poe’s warped imagination.
The Tower room makes it to our Top Five Scariest Places, although truth be told, we think Ignatius’ gothic spires are more spectacular than scary.
# 4 The Loyola Hall Boiler Room
Freddy Krueger’s schoolhouse lair has nothing on the Loyola Hall boiler room. Tucked away behind a nondescript door next to the back stairwell, the boiler room is a subbasement of the oldest building on campus.
#3 The Carroll Gym Basement
Few even know this place exists, but according to Mr. Valinsky, the Carroll Gym basement is a dusty, rat infested maze of discarded gym equipment.
#2 Under the Stage in the Rade
The construction of the Breen Center left this area largely unused. With it’s black paint-splattered walls, the angst of drama students past is almost palpable as you descend into a labrynth of old props, which according to rumor, includes a casket.
#1 Mr. Hennessey’s Office
If there’s one place no Ignatius man wants to wind up, it’s Mr. Hennessey’s office. The thought alone is enough to tmake the hairs on any Ignatius man’s head stand on end. You’re better off taking your chances with whatever it is chasing you around campus!
For a special video highlighting Ignatius’ Scariest Places, please check back here soon…
Conservative Republicans like to claim that they are the party of moral and Christian values. This statement is completely fallacious. The Republican Party is the political party for the rich, of the rich, and by the rich. They use the shroud of \” Christian values”
Barton Ziganti \'12 pleads the case for the Ignatius Conservative Union while Democratic Ignatians on Politics members Brooks Boron \'12, Cody Mason \'12, and Thomas Rovito \'11 look on skeptically. The two groups held a debate on Wednesday, October 27 that was attended by approximately 120 students.
By BILL WYSNISZKI ’11
With the upcoming mid-term elections this November, it is important that Catholic voters support candidates that embrace Catholic principles. As we have seen over the last two years, very few Democrats can be considered \”moderates”
In a recent poll conducted by the Eye, students were asked to identify the two most conservative and two most liberal teachers on campus.
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The results weren’t surprising. Theology Department members topped the list of conservatives, taking the top four rankings. Liberals were more widely diffused throughout the school.
Here are the top four vote getters: Conservative
Marty Dybicz (Theology). With 40 of 63 votes, the moderator of the Ignatius Conservative Union the \”High Priest of Ignatian Conservatism”
