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Virgil Lybarger '25Graphic Design Directorhe/theyRebecca Wehner '24 Associate Editorshe/herSpring 2023 Network News TeamJulia DeRidder '23Editorshe/herContact us: studentnewsroom@baypath.edujderidder@baypath.edurwehner2001@baypath.eduSamantha Robinson '25Local Events Columnistshe/herCharlize Hernandez '23Creative Columnistshe/herContributors: Cora Swan '23Digital Artist & Art Directorshe/herBAY PATH UNIVERSITYSTUDENT NEWSROOMSpring 2023Hailey Lenski '24Creative Columnist,Instagram Managershe/herKaylah Sheppard '25Creative Columnistshe/theyMars Gallant '23WELL400Z Z1 students '23Donyel LeNoir Felton '26

E D I T O R ’ S N O T EWe’re a tight-knit community here at Bay Path. Our small size means we recognizemost people in passing, professors can get to know their students, and campus policeengage in friendly chats with those walking to class. Even students who don’t come tocampus forge connections through the online discussion boards.That’s why the newsroom has a tradition of banding the entire university together togive a worthy sendoff to our seniors each April. This is our third annual senior journal,and it’s always been a success. We include well wishes from fellow students, staff, andeven alumni, along with other thoughtful additions. Thank you to Rebecca Wehner fortaking on the responsibility of the senior section! Speaking of Rebecca, I’m excited to announce that she will be the Network Newseditor in the fall. I’m sure she will continue to take the magazine to the next level, andI couldn’t leave this newsroom in better hands.Lastly, this is our thirtiethedition of the NetworkNews! We’ve grown somuch in the past few years,adding more and moresections and more andmore stories from aroundcampus and around theglobe. This is a joint effortbetween everyone in thenewsroom and everyonewho submits stories,articles, and artwork. Thiswould not have beenpossible without Professor Happy reading and have a great summer! Julia DeRidder '23Fondon, our leader and the woman who works tirelessly behind the scenes.And of course, we would not exist without all of you who click on the link to dive intothe world of Bay Path. You make all of the hard work worth it. My family, me, Professor Fondon, Dr. Surbrug, and Dr. Abbott after the MarciaConrad Award Ceremony. Source: Bianca Romero

P . S .A special thank you to Dr. Lisa Ruch, Dean Dinah Moore, Elizabeth Cardona, AllisonZaczynski, and Dr. Courtney Patrick Weber for their proofreading and edits. Most ofall we express gratitude for everyone who reads the Network News. Also, a special thanks to Bay Path University Communications for their support --Karen Wood, Robyn Rawson and Melissa Wert-- and toPresident's Office, Darryl Sverisson and Lisette Pena, for their wonderful assistance.About the cover:This cover, titled, "Time of Our Lives(2023)" by Cora Swan, was created incelebration of Bay Path's graduatingclass of 2023, meant to encapsulatethe feelings of freedom, triumph,and melancholy.Shown is the 2023 Network News extended team. Congratulations to Rebecca Wehner (seated on right and closest to poster)who will be the incoming editor of the Network News. Shown on the left side, seated, is Julia Deridder, the current editorwho will graduate this year. Also graduating is Cora Swan, (far left standing). Source: University Communications

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For the final issue of the Network News this school year, we asked members ofthe Bay Path community to bid farewell to the class of 2023 through a series ofinterviews and nominations. Best of luck to our seniors in their future endeavors!section edited by Rebecca Wehner

Dia Almonte AriasThe most important thing I learned: To beauthentically myself without being worried abouthow others will perceive me. I was able to findpeace in showing up authentically as myselfeverywhere I go. What all students should learn: How to show upauthentically as yourself in a work environment. Itcan be hard especially if corporate America has aclear assumption of what the workforce shouldbe like. Reflections & advice from theClass of 2023Payton AtwellThe most important thing I learned:How much junk science is used by ourjustice system to convict people of crimes. What all students should learn: Socialjustice. Wrongful conviction is anational problem that everyone shouldbe aware of and educated on.Tiana Vazquez-FordThe most important thing I learned:Time management skills, which Ilearned through trial and error. What all students should learn: Topics about diversity. Racism iseverywhere and learning aboutthings you may be ignorant to is how we slowly, but surelycombat racism. Mackensie Spencer The most important thing I learned: I amnot limited to one path once I graduate. Manydegrees are extremely versatile with what youcan apply them to. What all students should learn: Do not turndown an opportunity just because it is notexactly what you want because experience isso important and you may end up loving a jobyou never would have thought to try. Samantha RobinsonThe most important thing I learned: Never give up on what you want because if you do you willnever succeed in life or get anywhere. I told myself that if I want something I should keepfighting for it, and my dream to host a Bay Path night at the local hockey game came true.What all students should learn: How to balance a checkbook and how to budget their money.When people graduate, some don’t know how to do that because they are never taught how.

Ashley HeinoThe most important thing I learned: Becoming a betterpublic speaker and gaining more confidence in myself.What all students should learn: Time management. Ithink that this is very important to have when gettingout there and starting a real job.Lily SalmonThe most important thing I learned: It’sokay to change your mind and to nothave a linear college career. People getcaught up in the idea that you shouldknow what you want to do with yourlife before you’re even done with highschool, but that’s almost never howthings turn out.What all students should learn: Skillsfrom electives unrelated to your major.Really focus on things they want tolearn just for the fun of it.Larissa ReganThe most important thing I learned: Take achance and accept any opportunity thatcomes about. Open doors often lead to greatpaths, and you can not regret a newexperience within your scope of interest!What all students should learn: How tocommunicate and work with peers throughevery situation effectively. It is best to getacclimated to these situations now, so youare prepared with the interpersonal skills tocommunicate correctly in the future. Alexandra GreenThe most important thing I learned: Step out of yourcomfort zone. We are capable of so much more thanwe think and we will never see this capability until wetake steps outside of our comfort zone. What all students should learn: How to create a“gameplan” and setting a timeline of goals.Hannah BertlingThe most important thing I learned: Self management.What all students should learn: Time-management, self-regulation, adaptability, and stress management skills.Ashley AlcantaraThe most important thing I learned:Figuring out a study method early on.I know I need to reinforce content bystudying the material efficiently andthis leads me to excel in my classes.What all students should learn:Their own study method, especially ifthey plan to go to a graduate school orfurther their education afterundergraduate.Jelani LathamThe most important thing I learned: Howto be a go-getter and to be “hungry” fornew opportunities. I had to learn to getout of my comfort zone and go afteropportunities that will help me thrive inmy career.What all students should learn: Real-world jobs and what needs to be done toobtain them.

Cristina CastilloThe most important thing I learned: There are moments you have to get out of yourcomfort zone and take the risk of doing something you have never done to get far in life.What all students should learn: The benefits of a mentor and how to get one.Bianca CarringtonThe most important thing I learned: Lifehas to be balanced. Everyone has theirown set of responsibilities and weshould always prioritize what isimportant. However, we must maketime for things in life that bring us joy. What all students should learn: How toefficiently complete their work. Iwould suggest finding a system thatworks for you. Mars GallantThe most important thing I learned:The way to achieve success isthrough self-love.What all students should learn: Howto make connections with people inyour career. Your professors knoweverything about your major, so theycan teach you some things aboutyour career, or connect you withsomeone who is in the field.Zyiasia KnightonThe most important thing I learned: It’sokay to understand others and respectothers' beliefs, but that does not need tochange yours. Success means being open-minded.What all students should learn: How tointeract, speak to, and respect people ofcolor without being offensive.Sarah DonahueThe most important thing I learned: Manypeople go through life without criticallythinking about their behavior and beliefsand where they originated.What all students should learn: A basicunderstanding of how to empatheticallylisten to someone, rather than blindly reactbased on emotion, could help alleviatefamilial and professional conflict.Uswah KhanThe most important thing I learned: Time management. Punctuality is agreat, professional, trait to have.What all students should learn: Relationship management. Buildingrelationships is a daily activity. Being able to start and grow relationshipsmight be crucial to one’s personal and career development.

Student GovernmentAssociationThe Student Government Association (SGA) is comprised of student-elected officers from all classes andrepresentatives from clubs on campus. Meeting once a week, Student Government strives to build anenvironment of cooperation and open communication. For their dedication in serving the entirety of Bay Path'sstudent body, Student Life would like to recognize the following graduating members of the SGA:

The RA assumes responsibility for responding to the residential and co-curricular interests and needs of floormembers, building a floor community that supports academic and personal development, and managing assignedadministrative tasks. For exemplifying the University's Core Values and going above and beyond every day toserve campus residents, Student Life would like to acknowledge the following RA seniors:Resident Advisors

Julia DudekFavorite Quote: "Know more than other.Work more than other. Expect less thanother." -William ShakespeareFavorite artist: Arctic Monkeys, FridaKahlo"Congratulations on your acceptance to BU!"-Gabrielly Braga DeOliveira Student Body PresidentMajor: Medical Science; Pre-Dental "Your kindhearted andhardworking character will getyou many places. You will dogreat on all your futureendeavors!!" -Julia Dudek"Best of luck with all futureendeavors Gaby! Yourinvolvement at Bay Path hasbeen exceptional. We are lucky tobe able to continue working withyou as an alumna!" -AdamZinkievich"Gaby is an extremely talented andcommitted BPU senior. The breadth andscope of her volunteer and club work oncampus is invaluable. She is a student leaderthat puts service and empowering others first.We will miss her, but know she will continueto be an advocate for students as a futurealumna." -Crystal Neuhauser "Gaby has been an outstanding member ofthe institutional advancement team, helpingus on a range of projects and always with asmile and a positive, can-do spirit. She'sheaded for great things, wherever she goes.Very best wishes to Gaby!" -John RamsburghTo Gabrielly Braga DeOliveira:

Cora SwanMajor: Digital Media & FilmFavorite Quote: "I am no longer acceptingthe things I cannot change. I am changingthe things I cannot accept.” -Angela DavisFavorite artist: Aaron DouglasGirl you are AMAZING!!! So creative! Ijust want you to know how much Iappreciate you and your work! You havefound a vibrant voice through your work!and its LOUD AND PROUD!!! Thank youfor seeing Value in ALANA and creatingour Logo which will brand ourorganization for generations to come! Youare going to do amazing things girl andthrough your work give a voice to manysilenced people! I am so proud to haveworked alongside you and to be walkingthe stage with you!! -Dia AriasCongratulations Cora! Thank you forbeing such a kind person, I'm so glad Igot to meet you. You're so talentedand I can only see you doing amazingthings from here on out! -JuliaDeRidderJulia DeRidderMajor: Professional Writing Minor: HistoryFavorite Quote: "What I need is the dandelion inthe spring, the bright yellow that means rebirthinstead of destruction." -The Hunger GamesFavorite artist: Lizzy McAlpine"Happy graduation! I am so proud to know you, especiallywhen you are an amazing and hard-working friend. I hopethe journey after graduation is exciting and prosperous!" -Mars Gallant "Girl!!! I wish you the best!! Don't let anyone dim yourshine! You are an amazing collaborator and have been afearless leader! I am so glad we have had a chance tobecome closer during the past few years and I am proud tosay that we are friends!! You are going to do amazing thingsand don't let anyone silence your voice EVER! You standfor justice, truth, and change! Love you girl!" - Dia Arias

How does it feel to graduate college in 2023? It’s a very heartwarming and humbling moment as a first-generation student. I’m incredibly grateful and blessed tohave access to education and I’m excited to see what thefuture has in store for me.What inspired you to become the President of theBlack Student Union? I led the Black Student Union because it serves as a spaceon campus to give a home to fellow black and people ofcolor students that don't regularly see themselves incertain spaces here on campus. I’m incredibly proud ofwhat the club has evolved into and I’m grateful ofknowing that the club will be in good hands after Igraduate.How will you use what you learned from Bay PathUniversity in the future? I have had the privilege to take on various leadership rolesduring my time here, and I feel that it has helped me beable to take on that leadership role when I start work.”Janell SmithFavorite quote: “This too shallpass." -Edward FitzgeraldFavorite song: Lovely Day byBill Withers"Love you Janell, you hold down the alto section sowell-- gonna miss you so much!" -Margret PhilieInterviewed by Cristina Castillo and Ashley HeinoMajor: MarketingWhat is your piece of advice for incomingstudents?My main piece of advice is to learn how to gowith the flow of life. If someone had told myfreshman year self that covid was gonnahappen and that my personal trajectory wouldbe shifted, I probably would’ve freaked out, asI was rather rigid on the personal timeline that Ihad put myself.What are your plans after graduation? My plans after graduation are to enter themarketing field. I would really like to marketfor the entertainment industry but if I can'tstart there then I would like to start working ata nonprofit industry and get enough of a clientbase and then work my way up. "Janell is one of the kindest people Ihave ever met who truly cares sodeeply about everyone around her.She is such a genuine person andpositive light that I will miss sodeeply. It won't be the same withoutyou next year, Janell!" -Madisyn Vera"Love you so much, we'll miss you!" -Olivia Carey

FaithRuggiero"Faith is someone who is constantlypositive, instilling confidence in ourentire softball team. She always upliftseveryone around her and I'm going tomiss her a lot when she graduates!" -Madisyn VeraThe first question I asked Faith regarded what graduatingcollege meant for her. Faith explained how graduating issimilar to closing a chapter and beginning a new one. Shealso talks about how it feels fear-inducing but exciting toleap into the unknown. Then we began the conversationabout the future of education and Bay Path University. The next question was about what can be done to helpfuture generations when it comes to education in the BayPath community. Faith emphasizes that communicationwith students is integral to successful change, along withrespecting students’ opinions. She said that it is better tolearn from each other and be open to change. I also asked her an in general question about what thegeneral public should do for future children in education.Faith highlights the importance of teaching kids how tosurvive in the real world, and how we shouldn’t criticize kidsfor their mistakes. Along with that, she explains howstandardized testing doesn’t work for children. The last two questions were about advice for Bay Path andits new students. I questioned her on how Bay Path cancontinue to express its core values in the future, and sheanswered “show don’t tell.” My final question was for any advice for new students. Faithtalks about the fact that college is not what you’ll expect,and you make the most of what you got. Favorite Quote: “Accept the things you cannotchange, have to encourage you to change the thingsyou can, and have the wisdom to know thedifference.” -Reinhold NiebuhrFavorite artist - Fall Out Boy Major: Forensic Science "Going to miss my softball buddy.You are a great friend and a greatperson. Love you bestie." -Samantha Robinson ""I have so much faith in you and I knowyou will go so far in life! You haveaccomplished so much and I am soproud of you! Keep shooting for thestars and always be moving forward! Ilove you." -Ansley Morrison Interview by Mars Gallant

Renee TauticWhat can be improved in current education?Renee feels that the ability to incorporate mentalhealth into education must be improved. Peoplelearn in all different ways and learning needs tocome to terms with mental health and education.Favorite Quote: “ Never leave that till tomorrow which you can do today.” -Benjamin Franklin Favorite Artist: Brandon Ratcliff Interview by Larissa Regan Major: Education Piece of advice to the incoming freshman...Take the time to get ahead of your classes!!What does it mean to graduate in 2023?Renee started her education in 2020, the year Covidhit. It was difficult to adjust to classes online. Eventhough it was hard for us all, we persevered, and herewe are, graduating college. Graduating means she hasshown her ability to persevere through tough times. What is your biggest takeaway from attending Bay Path?The future is in your own hands. You have control ofyour own path.What is your future career plan?Renee plans to graduate in December 2023 from Bay Path.Then, she hopes to attend UCONN in the spring for theirmicrobial systems analysis program.

Daisy GuzmanFavorite Quote: "Hope for thebest, prepare for the worst."Favorite artist: Harry Styles "I admire your devotion and attention to softball, you are acrucial member of the team and I will miss you a lot nextyear. Thanks for coming to Starbucks with me and puttingup with my bad driving. Good luck with your futureendeavors. I'll keep my eye on you." -Caroline Austin"Good luck bestie, going to miss you. Make sure to comevisit." -Samantha Robinson"Daisy worked so hard to get her degree and I am so proudof her. She always keeps it real and provides the best adviceand feedback. I will miss her so much next year. Have funback in Arizona!" -Madisyn Vera Diane AriasFavorite Quote: "The future belongs to thosewho believe in the beauty of their dreams." Favorite artist: Akira Rae"Your life journey is about learning to become more of whoyou are and fulfilling the highest, truest expression ofyourself as a human being." -Oprah Winfrey, quoteprovided by Jamie-Lynn Baber"Congratulations, Dia! You have worked so hard over thesepast four years and have made an outstanding impact onthis campus, community, and on me. I am so proud toknow you and so excited for what is to come in your careerand life. I know you're going to do great things and I can'twait to celebrate your successes. I will miss you!" -KatieKeith-HunterMajor: Medical ScienceMajor: CommunicationsMinor: Sociology

Mars GallantFavorite Quote: "We don't make mistakes, wemake happy little accidents." -Bob RossFavorite artist: QueenKyarah Gaston-FelicianoFavorite Quote: "Her power is herown." -Sandra CisnerosFavorite artist: Young Miko"CONGRATULATIONS AMOR!!! Lo Hicimos! I amso proud of you girl! We really made it! Thank you forbeing such an amazing friend and supporter! I reallyappreciate you and am so proud to have met you! Youhave grown so much and we both changed majors andfound ourselves! You are going to make such a hugeimpact in this world and do such great things!!! I knowthings get hard but you have never been one to give up!Keep your head up and don't let anyone dim your light!You shine too bright for that!!!" -Diane AriasMajor: Forensic Science"Congrats on graduating! So proud of you andthanks for sharing all your amazing artwork all theseyears (but my favorite is still the Shrek one)." -JuliaDeRidder"I am so excited for you to start this next excitingchapter of your life! You've been an amazing friendand roommate and I wish you all the best in whereveryou go and whatever you do!" -Rebecca Wehner Major: Education

RuthieMacQuarrieRuthie was one of the first people I met at Bay Pathand has been a positive light to many in her time here.While not everyone will experience the privilege ofknowing Ruthie, I hope that others may be inspired byher humility and passion for learning.When asked what her education means to her she said,“If I didn’t have school I don’t really know what Iwould do." School is one of the most important thingsto her, which is a privilege she recognizes noteveryone has. I asked what she enjoyed most about hereducation. “How open the professors are”, she told me,“and how much they care”. It was no surprise to methat she focused on the people she has been able tolearn from; Ruthie has always tried to understand andconnect with others. When asked what she was mostproud of in her educational journey, she was quick tosay “My thesis”. Designing her own research andindependently working on it has taught her more aboutlab equipment and allowed her to explore hercapabilities.Favorite Song: Chemicals by Tigers JawAs a 2020 high school graduate, Ruthie was never ableto have the “typical” college experience but she has notallowed this to disrupt her goals. She will graduatewith two bachelor’s degrees and plans to continue hereducation. I asked her what it means to be finishingcollege this year. She candidly shared that she is“terrified”, but she is excited that soon she'll have twodegrees and understands how special that is. Whenasked what advice she would give to someone justbeginning college she replied, “Take your time. Youdon’t have to rush it. The more time you give yourselfto put energy into your work, the better off you’ll be”.Ruthie has multiple paths she may take after finishingher bachelor’s degrees, as she considers careers in bothgenetic counseling and social work, but with herpositive attitude, compassion, and drive to succeed sheis sure to do great things no matter what she chooses.Interview by Hannah Bertling Major: Biochemistry &Child Psychology Favorite Quote: “Spread loveeverywhere you go.” -Mother Teresa

Celia SanchezDamianChapmanFavorite Quote: "You can't go back and changethe beginning, but you can start where you areand change the ending." -T.S. Eliot Favorite artist: Ernesto Cardenal "Stay strong; you are a great student whois hard-working." -Mariam BeshayFavorite Quote: "If you think you are toosmall to make a difference, you haven't spent anight with a mosquito." -African Proverb Favorite artist: William Shakespeare"I am so proud of you! We started this journey togetherand I am proud to say that we will be crossing the stagetogether this May! You have overcome so much andhave stayed resilient through it all! You have foundyourself and are taking steps to find your happiness onestep at a time! You are incredibly kind and caring and Iwish you only the best after graduation! I'm proud tohave known you and regardless of how far we go or howlong it's been we will always be friends and you willalways have me in your corner as a silent cheerleader!Congratulations Dez we did it!!!" -Dia AriasMajor: Occupational TherapyMajor: Psychology

Jalisa StewartMajor: Business Administration& Small Business DevelopmentFavorite quote: "Strive forexcellence, because we don't live in aperfect world." -Joyce Meyer Favorite artist: Beyoncé "Congratulations! I am so proud ofyou." -Keiona WilliamsCynthia MikeMajor: Applied BehaviorAnalysisFavorite quote: "Ever tried, everfailed, no matter. Try again, failagain, fail better."Favorite artist: Shawn Cross "Congratulations!"-Jasmine Wilson

Major: ForensicPsychologyJamie-LynnBaberFavorite quote: "I raise up my voice—not so that Ican shout, but so that those without a voice can beheard. … We cannot all succeed when half of us areheld back." -Malala YousafzaiFavorite artist: Jack Vettriano “Twenty years from now you will bemore disappointed by the things youdidn’t do than by the ones you did do.So throw off the bowlines. Sail awayfrom the safe harbor. Catch the tradewinds in your sails. Explore. Dream.Discover.” -Mark Twain, quotesubmitted by Jamie-Lynn BaberNorkeeta EvansFavorite quote: "You can't move forward withthoughts that hold you back...keep pushing."Favorite artist: Tink Major: Business AdministrationMinor: Health Services & Psychology "Proud of you and all youraccomplishments!"

Amaliah TorresFavorite quote: "Do what you can, with whatyou have, with where you are."Favorite artist: Halsey Major: Advanced Trauma-Informed Mental healthCounseling"Congratulations!! I’m so proud ofyou and all of youraccomplishments. You have a lotof great things coming your wayand you deserve them all! Loveyou!" -Stephanie GonzalezTo Carly Laskowski:Congratulations Carly! I am soproud of you and all you haveaccomplished. I know this is just asmall glimpse of the greatness youwill achieve in the future! It's beenmy honor being your instructor andI thank YOU for inspiring me!Continue to dream and dream big.As Thoreau eloquently stated, "Livethe life you've imagined". -ProfessorGillian Palmer To Ashley Heino:"I'm so grateful to have met you Ash! I will missyou so much, and I hope your first year post-grad goes AMAZING! Let's keep in touch!XOXO "-Laura CobleighTo Jordan Gasson:"I'm so proud of you for making it this far.Buzz Bee really carried you. Best wishes.Love, Mom." -Kathryn Lusk To Lauren Hicking:"You're a super hard worker. Love you!" -Dyani Rodriguez

To Caroline Yaroshefski:"Congratulations on graduationCaroline! It feels like only yesterdayyou me and Mars were bravingWelcome Week together. You're sosmart and will do awesome things!"-Julia DeRidderTo Nyasia McKinney:"I wish you all the Best Nyasia! Please,stay curious, humble & moreover,Worthy of your contributions beyondgraduation! I can't wait to hear aboutthem all!!!" -Terrilyn CallowayTo Aryanna Townsend:"I wish you all the best and gonna missthose early morning classes and studysessions we had for English class! Don’tgive up girl ! Xoxo" -Gabby

Applying for a job can be a daunting task, butwith the right approach, you can increase yourchances of finding the perfect one. Here are sometips to help you navigate the job applicationprocess.Identify Your Career GoalsBefore applying for jobs, it's essential to identifyyour career goals. What type of job do you want?What skills do you have, and how can they beused in the workplace? What kind of workculture do you want to be a part of? Answeringthese questions will help you create a job searchstrategy that aligns with your career goals. Makea list of your goals and update it regularly asyour skills and needs change. Research Job OpportunitiesOnce you have identified your career goals, it'stime to start researching job opportunities. BayPath’s Handshake network is a great place tostart as well as LinkedIn and Indeed. Talk toyour professors and your career coach for adviceon companies or industries that might be a goodfit for you. Click here if you would like to bookan appointment. Click here to see the top 100jobs on Handshake. Job search tips for recent college graduatesby Crystal Senter-Brown, M.S., CCSP, Certified Career Services Professional Sullivan Career and Life Planning CenterTailor Your Resume and Cover LetterYour resume and cover letter are your firstimpressions to potential employers, so it isimportant to make sure they are tailored to thejob you are applying for. Highlight your skillsand experiences that are relevant to the position.Use action verbs and quantify youraccomplishments whenever possible. Keep yourresume and cover letter concise, clear, and error-free. If you need your resume reviewed, book anappointment with a career coach! In conclusion, applying for a job after graduationrequires preparation, research, and persistence.By following these tips, you can increase yourchances of finding the perfect job that aligns withyour career goals. Remember to be patient andpositive, and reach out to the career center forsupport and guidance.

What are some tipsfor landing topinternships?Internship tips for the rising seniorsby Tracy Trial, from Sullivan Career and Life Planning CenterQ. When should someone start looking for aninternship?A. 4-6 months prior to the time you hope to do yourinternship is advisable. Paid internships are popular,so it pays to get a head start. Q. What are some popular internships thatstudents in the past really enjoyed?A. Right now, there is a Bay Path student working asthe first Legal Operations intern at MassMutual. Notonly is this a paid internship, but MassMutual hasbuilt-in opportunities for the student to network anddevelop the skills she needs to advance. Plus, they'vealready sent her to a conference in NYC via companyhelicopter!Other popular internships are with local businesseslike Bacon & Wilson (Law), Behavioral HealthNetwork (Mental Health), and TurfCare (ForensicScience).Many Bay Path majors require an internship to graduate. Even if your major doesn't, internships are a greatway to get a foot in the door of your chosen career. Follow these tips for the optimal internship experience.Start searching early. Use search engines likeindeed.com, volunteermatch, Handshake, LinkedIn,etc. Read the SCLP eNewsletter for the "HotInternships" section. Check the bulletin boardoutside the Career Center if you're on campus. Goto the websites of companies and organizations inyour areas of interest and look for informationabout ways to get connected. Don't be afraid to callor email and ask about internship opportunities.Make an appointment with Career Services forsearch help!Use word-of-mouth. Tell everyone in your sphere(family, friends, colleagues, instructors,neighbors...everyone!) that you are looking for aninternship and give them a little information aboutwhat kind of experience you are looking for.1.2.

Contact UsThe Careers Team is ready for you. Whether you have an internship required for your major or you want to use elective credits to earn real, hands-on experience in your field, the Sullivan Career & Life Planning Center can guide you from search mode to successful completion.We can meet with you by phone, Zoom, and in-person on the Longmeadow campus. Eveningappointments can be arranged by request. Book an appointment through Calendly at https://calendly.com/cbauer-6 or just emailcareers@baypath.edu and ask for internship assistance!The steps are simple and we'll walk you through them.Chat with your Advisor about your degree requirements and when an internship will best fit into your schedule.Book an Internship Appointment with Career Services team member, Chris Bauer, to learn about the internship course and talk about potential leads for internship sites. Conduct your Search with coaching support from the SCLP.Match! When you've made a match, SCLP will guide you through the contract process and connect you with Advising and the Registrar for course registration.I need an Internship. What do I do??

Alumni spotlightDarlene Braica ‘07B.S. in Business Administration Darlene Braica is EA/Analyst in Indirect Supply Chain at Collins Aerospace. Darlene Braica began her career at Collins Aerospace in 2011. Priorto Collins, she worked in HR as a Benefits Specialist for a directmail marketing company. Darlene is a member of the BPU alumnicouncil. In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with her husband andtheir dog Tucker and serving as a mentor for BPU students. Miranda dal Zovo ‘10 G ‘16B.S. in Business Administration, MBA inEntrepreneurial Thinking and Innovative Practices Miranda is celebrating her 40th birthday and 20 yearwork anniversary at Eversource!This is Network News' third annual AlumniSection, where we share updates on past Bay Pathstudents. This year, the Bay Path AlumniAssociation assisted Allison Zaczynski in bringingus the following select stories. Thank you to alumnifor keeping us updated on your successes! Allison Zaczynski ‘21B.A. in Communications Allison started her MFA in Creative Writing atLesley University this past January.Keeping up with the alumnisection edited by Julia DeRidder

Ruth Remington King ‘78: Congratulations to the class of 2023!Jennifer Dawson '84: CongratulationsClass of 2023. May you all reach yourultimate dreams whatever they may be.Congratulations again. A job well done.Kathy Kulas Bielonko ‘81: Congratulations to the Class of 2023!!!Sandra Hamilton Bascove ‘87G’10: Congratulations class of2023. Reach for the stars.Amy (Hollis) Sidoti ‘87:Congratulations, class of 2023.May you take happy memorieswith you into this new chapter inyour life! Carpe Diem!Loretta (Hart) Johnson ‘94:Congratulations Class of 2023!Reach for the stars, aspire toyour dreams, and enjoy life tothe fullest!Heather (Nacca) Garcia ‘98:Congratulations Class of 2023,May you soar into your futureendeavors with pride and love.Jen Kubala Horn ‘00:Congratulations! May the memoriesand friendships you made in yourtime at Bay Path last you a lifetime.Carpe Diem!Norma Nunnally ‘01: CongratulationsClass of 2023 - reach beyond the stars!Alumni spotlight Alumni congratulates the '23 grads Darlene Braica '07: Congratulations youdid it, and you deserve it. You havereached a huge milestone in your life. Enjoy every moment.

Network News Live!Credits:Speaker: Julia DeridderCamera: Cora SwanEditing: Cora Swan

(continued on next page)From Peter Testori: Bay Path University continues toevaluate its processes, procedures, curriculum, andfacilities to properly address accessibility needs for allstudents, faculty, and staff. This includes continuallyevaluating the need for and feasibility of improvements tothe physical campuses in Longmeadow and EastLongmeadow. Some improvements, like modifying theautomatic door openers at Ryan so they worksynchronously, are made as they are identified. Others,while acknowledged, such as redesigning a residence hallto provide laundry machines on another floor, take moretime and resources to make a reality. Bay Path continuallystrives to make our campuses increasingly accessible.Don’t forget, the office of AccessAbility Services is hereand available to support all students and providereasonable, appropriate accommodations, academicadjustments, and/or auxiliary aids as determined on acase-by-case basis as governed by Section 504 of theRehabilitation Act of 1973 and also the Americans withDisabilities Act.From Michael Giampietro: Bay Path hasbeen committed to a comprehensiverecycling program for many years and weare happy to add extra bins where theymay be needed. If there are specificsuggestions, please forward requests tobpdeptmaint@groups.baypath.eduStudent Voices!Creating positive change one page at a time Section edited by Julia DeRidder and Rebecca Wehner Throughout the Spring 2023 semester, the Network News worked to bring thestudent body all of the answers to their important suggestions and questions.Here are the final responses to the questions that were posed in January.Thank you for raising your voices, and we are committed to making Bay Patheven better next year.The campus has a lotof accessibility issuesfor those with physicaldisabilities.There should be morerecycling bins on campus(both campus locations).

I would love to see a clinic on campuswhere the OT, PA, counseling, etcstudents can learn hands on skills whileproviding low-cost to free services topeople in the community. Otherneighboring schools have this and it has been successful.We published a response to this request earlier in thesemester, but promised to follow up for a more indepth response. This is the updated answer.I would like more dances.From Michael Giampietro: The University continuouslyevaluates the operation of the cafe at the Ryan Center. Wedetermine hours of operation by evaluating sales patternsand the population of students and employees in thebuilding. Due to the low population of students andemployees in the building on weekends, it is not feasible toopen on Saturdays. As an alternative, we have in place avariety of vending machines that are available at all timesand a self-service kitchen located on the second floor. Inaddition, a number of convenience stores and shops arelocated on Shaker Road, just a few minutes away from theRyan Center. From Allison Zaczynski: Next year,Student Life plans to have two dances,one in the Fall and one in the Spring.Have the cafe in the RyanCenter open on weekends,specifically Saturdays forthose who travel to campusfor labs. From Terry Devito: This is something we are interested in, however, there aremany layers of approval needed as well as medical licensure in order to be ableto offer such a service. There is proper student oversight to provide patientcare with proper credentials and insurance, a safe and accessible space todeliver the care as well as all the necessary equipment and supplies.These are just a few of the hurdles necessary to overcome. So, while I say it issomething we are interested in doing, it will take much time and investment toimplement.

If you can recall last month's issue, you'd know thatI decided to write an article about dreaminterpretation/oneiromancy. I decided to continuethe article with a little community involvement.Recently, the student newsroom sent out a surveyasking Bay Path students, staff, and faculty tosubmit dreams they'd like to understand. These aremy interpretations based on research of differentcultures' interpretations and psychological findings.Sam's DreamSeeing my past life in the same house that islocated at STCC behind the Armory. Supposedlyshe was accused of witchcraft and was arrestedbut escaped before she could be burned at thestake.Johanna's Dream I had a dream in which I was sleeping andwhen I woke up I saw a spider behind thecurtains but I was told by my spouse that Iwas sleeping and that nothing was there.But this spider was so big in my dreams. The thing that struck me the most aboutthis dream was the spider. Insectsappearing in your dreams in general couldmean that you have some worryingthoughts or could be heading for atransformation in life. Because you saw asingle and specifically big spider youcould be reflecting on a worrying thoughtor insecurity from your past. This can begood depending on how you choose tohandle it. Don’t be afraid to fight forwhat you deserve and take time you need it!InterpretationHi Sam! When seeing a past life in dreams therecan be many positive outcomes if you learn alesson from the experience. Since the witch thatappeared in your dream was yourself, it couldmean that you’re reevaluating areas of your lifeor you’ve just realized your power. With thearrest and escape piece attached, that couldmean that you’ve accepted a recent change inyour life that others may have been pushingyou toward. This change could be what you'rereevaluating! Hopefully, it’s you tapping into your power!Interpretationby Kaylah SheppardWhat do my dreams mean?Sources: allicaforneret.com, ententechicago.com, dreams.co.ukFYIThis section does not provideofficial dream interpretation.Comments have been compiledwith source material and further verification ofmeanings should be providedby a professional.

And more!Marcia Conrad Award Ceremony Multicultural & Lavender Celebration Women's Leadership Conference Academic Achievement Day

On the evening of Thursday, April 20, twenty scholarsrepresenting each of the three schools at Bay PathUniversity were honored during a Multicultural andLavender Celebration. The event recognized the significant obstacles studentsfrom diverse affinity groups face and offered anopportunity to publicly acknowledge the many waysstudents contribute to the university's diversity, equity,and inclusion efforts. Furthermore, the programallowed student clubs under the Office of MulticulturalAffairs to create an event that invited unity andcommunity engagement.Multicultural and Lavender CelebrationHonoreeers, families, and friends as well as members ofBay Path’s faculty, students, and staff gathered in personin Breck Suite or online to commemorate this specialoccasion and uplift each other. An unplanned theme thatcame up during a musical expression by Vanessa Ford,founding director of the Springfield CommUnity Chorale,and in Bianca A. Romero’s keynote remarks, was that nomatter where we come from, we all need one another toreach our goals. By “rising up” we confront our fears andcan be vulnerable to allow others to lift us up. Doing socan give us strength and encouragement to “own ourexperiences” and be destined to fulfill our personal andprofessional goals.Alex Beebe, ‘23 provides a brief history of theLavender Graduation nd shares a personalreflection. Source: Elizabeth CardonaPictured from first row from left to right: Shera Casseus ‘23, Priscilla Seibles-Weldon ‘23, Sara Marrero ‘23, Victoria Perea Bazalar ‘23,Johanna Battista ‘23. Second row: Dr. Peter Testori, Asia Thompson ‘23, Bianca A. Romero ‘18, Kyarah Gaston Feliciano ‘23, Janell Smith‘23, Elizabeth Cardona, President Doran. Source: Elizabeth CardonaBianca A. Romero, Assistant Director of StudentEngagement and Residence Life. Source: Elizabeth Cardonaby Elizabeth Cardona, Director of Multicultural Affairs

Congratulations to Cora Swan who has designedthe 30th cover of the Network News.Source: Robyn Rawson Julia DeRidder, Cora Swan, and AllisonZaczynski. Source: Robyn Rawson Cora Swan, a Digital Media Arts and Filmgraduate, recently celebrated during a senior artshow showcasing her curated work, "From Ashesto Diamonds." During her remarks, Corathanked everyone from professors to peers whoinspired or helped her to complete her years atBay Path and develop her artistic interests. This series, titled "From Ashes To Diamonds(2023)" contains seven pieces telling a collectivestory. This series represents triumph and self-improvement which are forged through hard workand tenacity-- all represented by the symbolism ofcoal, fire, water, and diamonds throughout thepieces. Diamonds are symbols of strength andhard work and act as the central piece to thisseries.The exhibit was powerful and the descriptions ofeach work were so inspiring. Cora's entire body ofwork at Bay Path is intentional and insightful. Hersuccess and legacy have continued to blossom atBay Path.Cora Swan's Bay PathUniversity Art Show "From Ashes ToDiamonds" Source: NewsroomShown (left to right) are Allison Zaczynski, past editor ofNetwork News, Professor Janine Fondon, Chair ofUndergraduate Communications, and Cora Swan '23.Source: Professor Fondon(continued on next page)

Photo above: Cora Swan's family attended the art show and celebrated Cora's achievements. Photo below: A special thanks to the Alumni Association for hosting this exhibit. Cora will join the Alumniafter her graduation this spring. Shown below left is Crystal S. Neuhauser, Vice President of InstitutionalAdvancement for Bay Path. Below right are Bay Path staff, faculty, and alumni. Source: Robyn Rawson

Marcia Conrad Awards 2023Student Government Club of the Year:Environmental Club: Julia Dudek, Gabrielly BragaDeOliveira, Sara Brescia, IsabellaHinkle, and Khilie Luczynski.Student Government New Club of the Year:Women in Science Club: Daisy Guzman, Brooke Evanchak,Cristina Castillo, and Grace Ramsey Campus Theme EssayContest AwardsTRAD: Julianna Murray TAWC: Tiffany Vega GRAD: Nanda KleinFreed First-YearWriting ScholarshipJazz McBrideLegal Studies AwardHannah Rose BertlingCATIC Foundation AwardAlyssa Findlay EducationUndergraduateCommunity ServiceAwardAmaya Jones BeginningTeacher of theYear Award-Undergraduate:Julia Duffy Beginning Teacher of theYear Award: Graduate,Special EdThomas Thornton Beginning Teacher of theYear Award, Graduate,English as a SecondLanguageJody Gray-Linden &Jaclyn Bournazian Beginning Teaching ofthe Year Award:Graduate, Elementary EdMary Farley Science ofReading Award:Jodi Alatalo Bashevkin CenterAward forExcellence in PeerTutoringJulia DuffyThe Marcia Conrad Awards is the most prestigious awardceremony at Bay Path. The newsroom wanted to recognizeeveryone who was honored with an award. Congratulations!(continued on next page)

Marcia Conrad Awards 2023Athletics Team Award -Softball TeamIsabela Rynaski, Faith Ruggiero, Alexandra Henderson, Emma Scheeren, TaylorSuffoletto, Kylie Silks, Ansley Morrison, Jailyn Harrigan, Madisyn Vera, BrookeEvanchak, Daisy Guzman, Alyssa Colangelo, Grace Ramsey, Maddie Tessmer,Isabella Ferrara, Olivia Stebbins, Elismairy Ramos Marte, Dhuha Abdulazeez,Caroline Austin, Carissa ChurchAcademic Achievement in theClinical Mental HealthCounseling Program AwardKatie BeanOutstanding InternshipPerformance in the ClinicalMental Health CounselingProgram AwardPriscilla Seibles WeldonProfessional Advancement inClinical Mental HealthCounseling AwardMegan DuprePsychology UndergraduateProgram Service AwardNina ColonPsychology UndergraduateAcademic AwardAlex BeebeThomas G. Carr OccupationalTherapy AwardLauren MatukaitisCheryl A. Leary AwardAmaliah TorresWomen in STEM HonorsExcellence in Research Julia Dudek and Faith RuggieroWomen in STEM HonorsCommunity Service AwardJulia Dudek Dr. George F. Kalf Excellence inScience AwardKaitlyn Howard Biomedical Scholar ResearchAwardAlyssa MulinareDivision of Research and AcademicResources Dean's AwardDez ChapmanSusanne Churchill Award ofExcellence for Women in STEMJulia Dudek (continued on next page)

Marcia Conrad Awards 2023School of Undergraduate StudiesDean's Award: TradJulia DeRidder School of Education, Human,and Health Sciences Dean'sAward - PAYvonne ThomasSchool of Education, Human,and Health Sciences Dean'sAward - OTMallory BauerSchool of Undergraduate StudiesDean's Award: TAWCLisa Maurer Mary ParkerFollett AwardHeather MontaltoCarpe Diem AwardJamie-Lynn (J-Lynn) BaberWomen Empowered asLearners and Leaders Award(Trad)Isabella HinkleWomen Empowered asLearners and LeadersAward (TAWC)Jodi Readinger Thomas G. Carr AwardSkylar TeeleDr. Jeannette T. WrightLeadership AwardMouna Alrahani Carol A. Leary Service AwardAnsley Morrison

Fresh check dayIn an effort to raise awareness for college students'mental health, Bay Path hosted Fresh Check Dayfrom one to four on Wednesday, April 12. Clubs setup booths throughout the lawn with mental health Chorale hosted a rock painting and puttybooth for stress relief. Source: Julia DeRidderRiver Valley Counseling Center center hosted a booth with chocolate, chip clips, and information about their services.Source: Julia DeRidderReagan Sperrazza throwing paint, which can be useda coping skill. Source: Samantha Robinsonawareness themes, and ALANA had a fundraiserselling refreshing piña coladas that helped combatthe hot weather. by Julia DeRidderInterested in receiving mental health services? Bay Path's counseling center is located inTheinert Hall and can be reached at:413.565.1354counseling@baypath.edu(Continued on next page)

Women of Cultural Background BookClub highlighted books with excellent mental health representation. Source: Julia DeRidderALANA selling piña coladas. Source: Julia DeRidderMadison Dion, President of the Psychology Club.Source: Samantha RobinsonRepresentatives from an off campus councelling service, Tools for Success.Source: Julia DeRidder

Women's LeadershipConference 2023 Igniting our inspirationAll photos source: Donyel LeNoir FeltonBay Path hosted its annual Women's LeadershipConference on April 6. Fifteen hundred peoplepacked into the Mass Mutual Center in Springfield,MA, to network, peruse exhibits, and hear from thethree keynote speakers. Another successful WLC inthe books!President Doran.Mayor Sarno of Springfield.Bay Path's Janine McVay shownsecond from bottom.(continued on next page)

All photos source: Donyel LeNoir FeltonRobin Williams, keynote speaker.Bay Path student volunteers Asli Hassan, AmayaJones, and Imanie Jean-PierreBay Path student Cora Swan, Kathleen Bourque, andProfessor Janine Fondon.Attendees taking in an exhibit. Tunde Oyeneyin, keynote speaker.Betsy Allen-Manning, keynote speaker.

Celebrating learning at Academic Achievement DayThe annual Academic Achievement Day, this year held April11, is an opportunity for the Bay Path community to showcaseprojects or studies they had conducted throughout the year.Enjoy a few photos of the accomplished student presenters.by Julia DeRidderEnglish Language Learners (ELL): Path to Success. Presented by Elismairy Ramos. Source: Professor FondonIs the Secret to Immortality in Our Chromosomes? Presented byKaitlyn Howard. Source: Bay Path CommunicationsPlastic-Eating Bacteria Could Be the Answer To ManagingPlastic Waste in the Environment. Presented by AlyssaMulinare. Source: Bay Path CommunicationsDecolonizing Schizophrenia. Presented by DezChapman. Source: Bay Path Communications History of the Springfield Thunderbirds. Presented by Samantha Robinson. Source: Professor FondonExploring the World of Islam. Presented by Barera Ali,Rowanne Mustafa, and Asli Hassan. Source: Bay Path Communications

Network News' Academic Achievement Day reflectionsGeorge O'Brien, editor of Business West, VanessaPabon of NEPM, and Aprell May of the Republicanjoined a panel hosted by Network News on this year'sAcademic Achievement Day. The panelists discussedthe past and future of the communications fields andanswered questions from the audience.Kaylah Sheppard, Professor Fondon, George O'Brien, Julia DeRidder, Rebecca Wehner, Aprell May, andVanessa Pabon. Source: Newsroomby Julia DeRidderI was so appreciative of the diverse perspectives thateach panelist brought to the table. I was particularlyfascinated to hear that in order to make it in thecommunications business, it's imperative to marketyourself. - Julia DeRidderI was able to learn a lot from the professionals that weinvited for Academic Achievement Day. As someonewho is making their first foray into the writing andjournalism fields, it is essential for me to get informationfrom seasoned individuals in the same line of work. Iwalked away that day knowing much more about howto utilize my skills going forward.- Rebecca Wehner I learned a lot that the CHATGPT can be helpfulin some ways but not in ways that can helphumans. It can take jobs away from people.- Samantha Robinson I enjoyed being able to learn more about thewriting field today. I’m pretty familiar with hownewspapers and news publications in generalhave worked in the past but things have changeddue to the internet. The panelists did a great jobof explaining those differences and what Ishould be prepared for in this field. - Kaylah SheppardThe panel was wonderfully diverse, with a lot ofdifferent professional perspectives that I thoughtwere incredibly informative and interesting. Idefinitely appreciated their expertise as a writingmajor--and I'm sure many others did, too.- Virgil Lybarger

In partnership with Alianza DV Services, Dr. DianeHall’s Domestic Violence class participatedin the Clothesline Project on April 4th. The studentscreated inspiring t-shirts with messages pertaining todomestic violence in support of survivors. The shirtswere hung in the Atrium where members of the BayPath community were able to view them untilAcademic Achievement Day on April 11th. During Academic Achievement Day, the class held aposter presentation to raise awareness aboutdomestic violence and sexual assault. Additionally,Alianza DV Services provided resources on how toaccess help if needed. Throughout the presentation,members of the Bay Path community were givenpurple ribbons to place on a decorated shirt insupport of survivors of domestic violence, and tohonor their strength and resilience.In collaboration with the Page Singers led by RobertTomasulo, a closing ceremony was held in which thesong The Climb by Miley Cyrus was performed asthe students in the class each presented a decoratedshirt to Emily Skoczylas (Bay Path alum) andOutreach and Education Coordinator from AlianzaDV Services.Hands-on learning with an impact: The Clothesline Projectby Sophia SheehanThis opportunity, with the help and support from Alianza DV Services, gave the students of Bay Path the chance to show their support to survivors and spread awareness ofdomestic violence. Everyone in the class had a role in putting theevent together. Not only were we able to cometogether and create something meaningful, but wealso utilized what we have learned in ourDomestic Violence class throughout the semester.Working with an organization like Alianza DVService also allowed us to gain a betterunderstanding of their agency and the resourcesthey offer. Shirts hanging in the Atrium of Blake. Source: Diane HallDomestic Violence Class. Source: Diane HallAlianza DV Services has a 24/7 chat whichmembers of the community can contact tospeak to an advocate. The chat can be accessedthrough their website, alianzadv.org.Additionally, individuals in need of assistancecan call the hotline at (877) 536-1628.

Ignite: Glow from WithinAward CeremonyBay Path's Core Values:Diversity Makes Us Stronger.We Are Committed to Equity.Innovation and Excellence Drive Us.We Pledge to Foster Inclusion andBelonging.We Work Best as a Community thatCollaborates.We Treat Others with Respect andCompassion.Health and Well-Being Matter. Ignite: Glow from Within award ceremony was heldon March 30 in Breck Suite. The event celebratedstudents, nominated by Bay Path communitymembers, who exemplified the university’s corevalues. Rowanne Mustafa and J-Lynn Barber werethe enthusiastic emcees, successfully entertaining the audience and encouraging the awardees. BriannaChambers ended the event with an impressive acapellaperformance.Congratulations to all of the awardees, and thank youto Student Life for hosting the event. Emcee Rowanne MustafaAll photos source: Katie Hayes(continued on next page)Hannah Perry, Mackenzie O'Rourke, Mary Elias-Gillette, and Isabelle Hinkle.

Elizabeth Cardona, Brianna Chambers, and Emma Marlin-Curiel.Alexandria Richards, nominated by RobinSaunders, with her daughter. Bay Path newsroom, nominated by Professor FondonAll Resident Advisors, nominated by Dean Moore.

Bay Path softball splits home opener against Elmsby Samantha RobinsonOn a very chilly Thursday afternoon, Bay Path'ssoftball team opened their season with their firsthome game against Elms College. Even though thewind was whipping many students and staff came outto support the Bay Path Wildcats during thedoubleheader. The first game fell to Elms by a score of 6-4. Bay PathUniversity had trouble holding off the Blazers in thethird and fourth innings allowing them to extend thelead to 5-3. Isabella Ferrara took the loss for BayPath University. Ferrara surrendered six runs on ninehits over seven innings, striking out five and walkingthree.Jayden Dow got the win for Elms College. Thepitcher surrendered four runs on eight hits over seveninnings, walking two. Bay Path University collected 8hits on the day. Caroline Austin and Ferrara each hadtwo hits for Bay Path University. Elms College totaled nine hits in the game. CourtneySchwark and Kelsey Bennett had three hits each forElms College. Bay Path University had no trouble onoffense, winning big over Elms College10-2. In the first inning, Bay PathUniversity got its offense started. TaylorSuffoletto singled on a 1-1 count, scoringtwo runs. Bay Path University tallied three runs in the sixthinning. Bay Path University's big bats were ledby Suffoletto, Isabella Ferrara, and OliviaStebbins, all driving in runs in the frame. Emma Scheeren pitched Bay Path University tovictory. Scheeren surrendered two runs on ninehits over seven innings, striking out three andwalking zero. Kyla Cook took the loss for Elms College. Cooklasted four innings, allowing six hits and five runswhile striking out three. Bay Path Universitycollected 14 hits on the day.Caroline Austin, Suffoletto, Madison Tessmer,and Stebbins each had multiple hits for Bay PathUniversity. Suffoletto and Austin each collectedthree hits to lead Bay Path University. ElmsCollege totaled nine hits in the game. JosieCammarata and Katie Cosmos both managedthree hits for Elms College.Bay Path University's Isabelle FerraraSource: Samantha Robinson

The Hatch Library student workers were tasked to createan event for the students and staff to participate in.When participating in a work-study position in college,students are given the opportunity to learn skills they canapply directly to the workplace. One of the goals of thestudent assistant librarian position is to do just that. Inour position we learn customer service, advertisementskills, interpersonal communication skills, and more. With this knowledge, myself, Basha Halloran,Bianca Fernandez, and Sahara Garcia, were ableto come together to create the “Hatch LibraryResource Egg Hunt.” This week-long event wasmade with the goal to educate students, staff, andfaculty about how the Hatch Library can be usedas a resource. Before I started working here I hadno idea that there were so many options thatcould aid my learning experience here at Bay Path. For the whole week, each of us made sure tohave ten eggs containing candy and a slip ofinformation that explains a library resource.For every ten eggs, there was a golden onethat contained not just candy and a resourcebut a voucher for two free K-cups fromHatch and automatic entry into a raffle for a$10 Amazon gift card! Hatch Library Resource Egg HuntBy Kaylah SheppardA word from the student workers:"Gaining the knowledge of planning andorganizing an event, as well as working withother students, has been rewarding and anenjoyable experience all around. Weenjoyed being able to work with otherstudents so that we could help bring thecampus together. Thank you Hatch Library for giving us theopportunity to lead a project!"-Kaylah, Bianca, Basha, and Sahara.

Environmental Club flutters overto Magic Wings by Rebecca WehnerLast month, the BPU Environmental Club invited students to join them on a trip to MagicWings Butterfly Conservatory in Deerfield, MA. Students were able to get a closer look intothe world of the beautiful winged insects, and meet other unique bugs and reptiles as well. Madison Dion. Source: Rebecca Wehner.Julia Dudek. Source: Julia Dudek.Rachel Clark, Amelia Gioscia, Taylah Fearon, StephanieHocking, Jessica Bilsky, Katelyn Fernandez, and Anne-MarieAbbott. Source: Amelia Gioscia. Bailey Chance. Source: Rebecca Wehner.

Commencement 2:00-4:00 PM,Massmutual Center inSpringfield, MATuesday,September 5Fall Traditional Semester Begins8 AM, Longmeadow CampusWant an event added to the next KeyDates section? Email studentnewsroom@baypath.eduwith the event place, date, and time. Key Dates Senior Week Longmeadow CampusTuesday May 2-Saturday May 6Sunday.May 7Tuesday, September 12Convocation 10 AM,Mills Theater in Carr HallFriday, April 28Defens-A-Palooza 9:30 AM-12 PMD'Amour 6

Here's what we'rereadingHere are the books we've beenreading lately! Want to feature a book review in thenext issue? Contact us atstudentnewsroom@baypath.eduSource: Goodreads(Continued on next page)Wolf Hall is a masterfully written book, but only ifyou’re reading it closely. This historical fictionnovel follows Thomas Cromwell, an actual personfrom Henry VIII’s court, as he climbs his way upthe political ladder to become one of the mostinfluential men in the kingdom. The author does awonderful job providing fully fleshed-outcharacters and bringing the reader into 1500sEngland, a tense time when one wrong move couldsend your head flying. However, this is not a bookto read casually. If you don’t pay close attention toevery sentence, you can find yourself pages latercompletely unsure of what you just read. But if youdo read each word, you’re in for a tale of intrigue–and you’re getting a history lesson, too. --Julia DeRidderWolf Hallby Hilary Mantel

The WOCB Book Club is a club that strive to read book by women of color and create asafe space for those of color. Books by AAPI authorsMemoir: Know My Name by Chanel MillerLong Live the Tribe of Fatherless Girlsby Kira T MaddenOn Earth We’re Briefly Gorgeous byOcean Vuongin honor of Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, as shared by the Women of Cultural Background Book ClubFolklore/fairytale:The Night Marchers, and OtherOceanian Stories by Kate Ashwin,Sloane Leong and Kel McDonaldSix Crimson Cranes by Elizabeth LimFantasy:The Poppy War by R.F.KuangBabel by R. F. KuangA historical fantasy epic thatgrapples with studentrevolutions, colonialresistance, and the use oflanguage and translation asthe dominating tool of theBritish EmpireGhostly warriors, angrygods, and monstroustyrants? That's just thestart of this collection offolklore from the Pacific,retold in comics!Spans from 1960sHawai'i to the present-day struggle of a youngwoman mourning theloss of a father whileunearthing truths thatreframe her reality,All photos and blurb sources:Goodreads(continued on next page)

Romantic comedy: The Trouble with Hating You by Sajni PatelLiya Thakkar is a successful biochemicalengineer, takeout enthusiast, andhappily single woman. Jay Shah looksgood on paper...and off. He's alsoarrogant and infuriating. As their wittyoffice banter turns into late night chats,Liya starts to think he might be the oneman who truly accepts her. But fallingfor each other means exposing theirpainful pasts. Will Liya keep running, orwill she finally give love a real chance?Young adult All My Rage by Sabaa TahirTokyo Ever After by EmikoJeanIzumi has never really felt likeshe fit in—it isn’t easy beingJapanese American in her small,mostly white, northern Californiatown. But then Izzy discovers aclue to her previously unknownfather’s identity… and he’s noneother than the Crown Prince ofJapan. Which means outspoken,irreverent Izzy is literally aprincess.Fiction: The People in the Trees by HanyaYanagihara The School for Good Mothers byJessamine ChanA Burning by Megha MajumdarThe Last Story of Mina Lee byNancy Jooyoun KimIn this taut and explosivedebut novel, one lapse injudgement lands a youngmother in a governmentreform program wherecustody of her child hangsin the balance.All photos source: Goodreads

Here's whatwe're watchingShows and movies we've been streaming all month long!(continued on next page)Source: IMdb(Continued on next page)Source: IMDb.I want to be Mame Dennis when I grow up. This womangave me a new outlook on life. Mame is an eccentricwoman from the 1920s who led a rich and independentlife despite the time period. When her brother passes, shegains custody of her nephew Patrick, a reserved childtrained by his conservative father. I loved watching notonly their relationship as Patrick grew up but Mame’sgrowth through love and hardships like the 1929 stockmarket crash. Although the film’s purpose wasn’t toteach a lesson, I’ll always remember this quote: “Life is abanquet and most poor suckers are starving to death!” -Kaylah SheppardAuntie Mame (1958)Directed by Morton DaCostaInside Job Part 2(2022) Directed by Shion TakeuchiInside Job is back, and so is super-geniusReagan Ridley (voiced by Lizzy Caplan),her yes-man co-boss Brett Hand (voiced byClark Duke) and the eclectic cast ofcoworkers who cover up governmentconspiracies in this bizarre animated sitcom.This season is interspersed with off-beatcomedy and surprisingly tender moments asReagan tries to defeat her corrupt fatherand try her luck in love. -Cora Swan

Source: IMDb.Source: IMDb.UnsolvedMysteries (2022)Created by John CosgroveUnlike what feels like the majority of thepopulation, I have never really been intotrue crime or murder documentaries.However, after recently watching the mostrecent season of this show, I found myselfpulled in. Despite my fury when the realitysets in every episode that these mysteries doin fact remain unsolved, I am always on theedge of my seat to learn what happens nextat every twist and turn. Highly recommend!-Rebecca Wehner This show proves that most of the time love is not blind, butthat it is ridiculous. Now in its fourth season, Love is Blind is areality television show depicting a group of singles who fall inlove through a wall, only seeing each other after they areengaged. The cameras follow them for the next few weeks asthey get used to sharing their lives with each other, right up totheir wedding day. At the altar, the couples have to make thedecision if they want to stay together as husband and wife orgo their separate ways. The way to the altar is often full ofunnecessary drama, producers clearly supplying them withway too much alcohol, and generally proving that no, youshould not get married to someone you only met a few weekspreviously. (No shade to my grandparents, who actually diddo that and have been married for over 50 years). At the sametime, who am I to judge a reality TV show, especially one thatI continue to watch? What I do feel righteous in judging is thelack of body diversity on the show. Clearly love isn’t blind forthe producers.-Julia DeRidderLove is Blind (2020-)Created by Netflix

Current Events & Social Justice CONTENT WARNING: This section often includes sensitive topicssuch as discrimination, natural disasters and death. This is a recurring section of the Bay Path Network News. Avariety of social issues have been and will continue to bediscussed, such as minority recognition, gender equality, theBlack Lives Matter movement, global conflict, and more.Source: Canva.

How to support the LGBTQ Communityduring Pride Month- and all year!by Rebecca WehnerWhile school is not in session during the month of June, the Network News sends ourappreciation and support to the LGBTQ community year round. During Pride Month, manyevents and celebrations are hosted by the queer community. While homophobic andtransphobic rhetoric has recently seen an uptick around the country, it is important for allies todo their part to remind their queer loved ones that they are not alone. Here are some things thateveryone can do to support the LGBTQ community all year round:Use and Respect PronounsYou should never assume what gender someone is or whatpronouns they use based on their appearance or your ownassumptions. Many members of the queer communityrecommend that allies offer up their own pronouns first beforeasking so that an equal exchange of information is given. Ifsomeone uses pronouns that you are not used to using, practiceusing them on your own so that you are less likely to slip up,and so your friends feel affirmed and seen! Do Your ResearchNot all allies will immediately understand every facet of the LGBTQcommunity; in fact, not even all queer people do! What is importantis that you respect the choices and identities of everyone, even if itisn't always easy to comprehend. While some queer people love toshare and educate, it is essential for allies to take the time to learnon their own as well. Looking up the definitions of queerterminology you're not familiar with, understanding how toconjugate different pronouns, and knowing what appropriate wordsto use are all ways you can take your allyship to the next level. (continued on next page)

Speak Out Against HateIt's one thing to say you're an ally and stand behind theLGBTQ community, but it's another to actually put thosewords into action every day. Turning your head when afriend or family member makes a homophobic comment orbullies someone for their gender presentation only adds tothe ignorance and hate. Openly supporting and advocatingfor the LGBTQ community, even if that means calling afriend out on their bigotry, is a mark of a true supporter. Listen and GrowSomething that allies can struggle with is the idea that is okay to bewrong sometimes. Being able to admit that you messed up withpronouns, or made an insensitive comment, and then vow to do betteris of utmost importance when evolving to be a better ally. Listen tothe needs of the queer people in your life; being part of the LGBTQcommunity is not a one-size-fits-all experience. Each individual mayneed a different type of support, and being willing to accommodatethat proves that your allyship is not just for show. Taking the steps toshow support may not always come second nature, but it is verymeaningful to show your queer loved ones you care, especially attimes when they feel scared and unwanted. LGBTQ Charities &Organizations:The Trevor ProjectThe Human RightsCampaign Foundation Gay, Lesbian and StraightEducation Network(GLSEN)The Family EqualityCouncilCompanies that promoteLGBTQ rights:CoachGapTargetAdidasStarbucksApple

Devastating tornado outbreak hits the South and Midwest by Samantha RobinsonOn March 31 a series of bad weather conditions inAlabama, Arkansas, Delaware, Illinois, Indiana,Mississippi, and Tennessee helped develop deadlytornados. It was a normal day for many. People gotup to go to work and school, and just run theireveryday errands. Soon, the sky turned an eerie black and the sirenswent off. Conditions took a turn for the worse. TheRockford Ice Hogs of the American HockeyLeague even had to evacuate their arena in themiddle of the first period of their game against theLaval Rocket due to a tornado warning in the area. After these deadly storms had passed the skies wereclear and calm but the damage had to be addressed.Hundreds of people across the affected states werewithout power and homes were destroyed. Peopledescribed the scene as if a bomb had gone off. The death toll reached 33 people and hundredswere injured. Hospitals were overwhelmed andmany patients were being transported to otherhospitals in the surrounding areas. States of emergency were declared in the statesthat were devastated by these massive storms.FEMA and the Red Cross were called in to givepeople fresh water, food shelter, and whatever elsethey may need. If you would like to find out how you can helpthese people affected by these deadly stormsplease go to the Red Cross' official website to donate.

1977New York RepresentativeFrank Horton introducedHouse Joint Resolution 540for first ten days in May asPacific/Asian AmericanHeritage Week. It did not pass.Senator Daniel Inouyeintroduced Senate JointResolution 72 for thefirst ten days in May tobe labeled asPacific/Asian AmericanHeritage Week. It did not pass.1978Rep Horton introducedHouse Joint Resolution1007 for the President to“proclaim a week, which isto include the seventh andtenth of the month, duringthe first ten days in May of1979 as ‘Asian/PacificAmerican Heritage Week.’”1992October 5 1978: JointResolution passed andsigned Public Law 95-419 .“7 day periodbeginning on May 4,1979 as ‘Asian/PacificAmerican HeritageWeek.’1990Congress passes PublicLaw 101-283, a lawexpandingAsian/Pacific HeritageWeek to a month.Congress passed PublicLaw 102-450 whichannually designatedMay as Asian/PacificAmerican HeritageMonth.Reference: Asian/Pacific Heritage Month Asian American and Pacific IslandersHeritage Monthby Julia DeRidderSince 1992, every May hasbeen designated as AsianAmerican and PacificIslanders (AAPI) HeritageMonth. Please joinNetwork News incelebrating and honoringthose of this heritage!A Timeline of the Fight for Recognition 1. The first Japanese immigrated toAmerica on May 7, 18432. The majority of workers whoworked on the TranscontnetalRailroad were Chinese immigrants.The railroad was completed on May 10, 1869.Did you know?May was chosen as AAPI Heritage Month for tworeasons.

Health and Wellness SectionArticles and infographics about ways to stay bothphysically and emotionally healthy here at Bay Path and beyond!

Autism AwarenessMonthBy Samantha RobinsonThe month of April is Autism AwarenessMonth, a time when many autistic peoplefeel seen.What is autism? It is different for everyonebut in simple words, it is a developmentaldisorder that impairs the ability tocommunicate and interact.During my research to find out whatAutism Awareness Month is I reached outto a few different staff members from localcolleges in the Massachusetts area to askthem what they think about AutismAwareness Month.Colleen Caffery from GreenfieldCommunity College said the followingabout Autism Awareness Month:“I think Autism Awareness Month, at least insome circles, has evolved to Autism AcceptanceMonth--awareness is good, but acceptance iswhat is needed. I think Autism Acceptance Month is anopportunity to educate people about autismspecifically and neurodiversity more generally--that it's not a pathology but a difference in howbrains work. It's an opportunity to encourage people torecognize that those differences contribute to thediversity of and add value to society. It's an opportunity to promote the idea thatautistic people don't need to be "fixed", butrather, society needs to be more inclusive.”(continued on next page)

Beth Sessions also from GreenfieldCommunity College had this to say aboutAutism Awareness Month: "To me, Autism Awareness Month shouldnot be limited to one month. We need toconstantly educate folks and work tochange the culture to be more inclusivetoward autistic people. It's easy for me sinceI'm very involved in my new role, but weneed to make sure that the people who don'twork with autistic folks on a daily basis arejust as educated.”Tara Sasser from Springfield TechnicalCommunity College had this to say:“When I think of some of my students whohave been diagnosed with autism, I think of the following words: resilient, focused,and creative.”Cindy Kunz from Greenfield CommunityCollege said this: "Acceptance instead of awareness... The oldpuzzle piece logo is outdated and offensive tomany autistic folks-- minds are not puzzles withmissing pieces. I think of the narrow social (andeducational) constructs that exclude theincredibly wide variety of brain types humanshave-- and hope to promote the idea that whenyou've met one autistic person you've met oneautistic person.Everyone on the autism spectrum has adifferent experience. Don't be afraid to reach tothose with ASD-- they're people, just like you.

National Stress Awareness Monthby Cora SwanThis month is National Stress Awareness Month.Mental health is important to keep track of soyou can be your best self. It's important to keepin mind that, while there is no cure for long-termdisorders and recovery is never linear, keepingon top of your stress levels is good for alleviatingsymptoms, upholding your peace of mind, andkeeping your energy up. Even the smallest acts ofgoodwill towards yourself can be beneficial whenyou're feeling overwhelmed and lost. Here aresome tips and resources for reducing stress. Regulate your breathing: This is a simple trick, so relieve some stress by taking some time to catch your breath.Breathe in for seven seconds, hold your breath for ten seconds, and breathe out slowly for seven seconds.Drink water: The average person should drink about eight cups of water per day, but the majority of us simplydon't drink enough of it. If you're feeling exhausted, winded, or irritable, drinking water can be surprisinglybeneficial.Regulate your sleep schedule: A common misconception is that sleeping for longer periods of time is key tofeeling well-rested, but what matters more is consistent sleep, not longer sleep. Try to go to bed at aconsistent time in a way that works around your daily schedule involving school and work. Managing Stress/NAMI: National Alliance on MentalIllness Taking Care Of Your Mental Health/CDCMental Health/TipsFor Managing Your Mental Health Resource Links:

CreativeSpotlightTHe Creative Spotlight is asection where we highlightsome of the amazing visualand literary art that ourstudents create. These piecescan range from poetry toillustrations.This month we feature poetry from Virgil Lybarger,Samantha Robinson and Kaylah Sheppard, a video fromSamantha Robinson, and artwork from Mars Gallant. If you wish to have your art, writing, or creativeexpression featured in the next issue, please submit tostudentnewsroom@baypath.edu.Source: Canva

ATTENTION i think i’m dying all bittersweet days washed in gray and living without lighti open the windows and let sunlight pourinto the room but the angle of the sun andthe shape of the building means i getone squareof light onthe rug andthat’s all. ATTENTION i think i’mdrowning? under the quiet gray of my ownschedule. day by day by day goes by and nothingwell nothing ever changesroutine is good routine is grounding make my bedbrush my teeth laundry day again didn’t i do thatyesterday? ATTENTION i think i’m lonely myfriends all say hello in passing but it’s hard to sayif they’re speaking to me or the people behind meATTENTION i think i’m tired,or maybe running out of fuelATTENTION, i think i’mATTENTION. ATTENTION. ATTENTION.monotony.Virgil Lybarger

Let’s take a step back in time. A time to reflect on the past. On June 15th, 2022, 6 years after the Springfield Thunderbirds had been named the newAHL team in Springfield they did the impossible. They came from the bottom of the standings to 2nd place and then won the EasternConference Championship against the Laval Rocket 4-0. Fans everywhere were shocked that a team that was new to the area could do somethinglike that. Some fans even lost hope on the team, some stopped coming to games. Sometimes the impossible seems possible and the Thunderbirds have proven that time andtime again because for the second year in a row the Thunderbirds are Playoff Bound. You must have faith in what seems like an impossible job when you have faith, and you can put your mind to it, you can do whatever you want. This is a time to step back and say, “wow if a team that is still adjusting to a new areamaybe I can do something that scares me.” The impossible is possible and the Thunderbirds are proof of thatThe Impossible Seems Possible.by Samantha Robinson and Maggie O’Connor (hockey friend)Goalie Joel Hofer with the tee shirtcannon. Source: SpringfieldThunderbirds Facebook pageGoalie Joel Hofer and a HartfordWolfpack player. Source: SamanthaRobinson

This video shows the History of the SpringfieldThunderbirds and how they became the best teamin the Atlantic Divison last season. It starts in2016 when the Springfield Falcons were sold toArizona and then goes all the way to last seasonwhen the Thunderbirds became the EasternConference Champions. Samantha Robinson's AcademicAchievement Day video

The pretty girl that’s never been kissed before.Sitting passenger, in your parked car tonight. She’strying her hardest to breathe slowly under streetlights. You can feel her heart beating too fast. Shelooks so tough, funny to see her so shy. You laughedand she didn’t mind because she knew you’d only bea memory. It’s not your problem. She's sitting with memoriesthat we’re only her truth or version that madeeverything fine. Fine enough to swallow her nervesand apply her mascara. Fine enough to get in her carand drive through the night. Fine enough to sit in astranger’s car. Fine enough to kiss a stranger sheknew she’d never see again. She says, “It’s not your problem, it just feels likethere’s everyone and me.” She’s seen him before. Mr.Right. Shared what she could while the street lightradiated down on her. She’s steady, ready for thequestion-or at least hoping, this is not a movie sir.Please don’t turn on my flight or fight–sorry I lost itthere for a second. She’s steady, ready for the question. “Can I kissyou?” The pretty girl that’s finally been kissed. Feelingburned by street lights. In all of her memories whatseems to repeat is, “the end” as soon as their lips met. I don’t want to miss this anymore, but what’s tomiss when the memory never finishes. A firstmeeting. A first kiss. The pretty girl that’s never beenkissed before, sitting in your parked car.Living in First Kissesby Kaylah Sheppard

Forbidden Loveby Mars Gallant

Have a wonderful summer!