Issue
Volume 57, Issue 1
Against Me! go against the grain…again
By: GARRETT CARLSON
New Wave, a genre completely unaffiliated with Against Me!, is now a more than fitting title for their major label debut. Though their sound is most definitely not new wave, it accurately describes their continued musical transformation and movement towards the mainstream. [read more]
An open letter to the University Community
By: GERALD W. SCHOENLE JR.
With the upcoming holiday weekend, it is important to remind our community of a few important safety concerns. The following areas are of special concern: [read more]
Big Names On the Speaker Series List
But why not others?
Students of past years have seen a wide range of outspoken Distinguished Speakers; from former Vice President Al Gore to former Secretary of State Colin Powell to political pundit Ann Coulter, the diverse population of Buffalo students has been relatively pleased. [read more]
Bulls kick it up a notch while preparing for the new season
By: CHRIS RYNDAK
There will be a few new faces wearing the blue and white this season, 14 in all, but make no mistake about it, the goals of the men's soccer team remain the same and that is to bring home a championship. [read more]
Bulls look to breakout in 2007
Since their season ended nine months ago the Bulls football team has waited patiently to strap the pads on and get back to the field. Thursday, that wait will finally end when the Bulls and second year head coach Turner Gill start the season against nationally ranked Rutgers University. [read more]
Bulls stumble on the hard court
By: EVAN NEMEROFF
Hosting a tournament is a distinct advantage for most teams but not the Bulls volleyball team who were unable to shake off early season jitters, losing all three matches at the University at Buffalo Classic this past weekend. [read more]
Do’s and don’ts of UB sports fandom
By: ALEX RUBIN
Those who know me understand that I have been around here long enough, and have been put through enough of UB's athletic heartaches, that you can call me a grizzled veteran. From Turner Battle to Calvin Cage, from Randall Secky to Drew Willy, I have seen it all at UB. Here are the do's and don't's to becoming a real UB fan. [read more]
East meets West with Indian university exchange program
By: FIONNA AGOMUOH
UB is expanding its borders by developing an exchange program with one of India's leading comprehensive Universities, Banaras Hindu University. [read more]
Fall Fest gets rejected
By: JOHN RANIC
Different college, same headliner, way better support. Proving that we're more than capable of snagging the best Buff State has to offer, UB is proud to announce the All-American Rejects as the headliner of Fall Fest '07. [read more]
Georgia peaches and Dr. Pepper
By: JOHN RANIC
For members of any scene, there will always be "that band" that, upon first listen, not only catches your ear, but earns your devotion as well. They become your little secret and you rue the day they go mainstream because you know it's inevitable. Case in point: Cartel. [read more]
Ice custard happiness only a hop skip and a jump from south campus
By: CHRISSY CASILIO
Although the cool winds of fall will send chills down students' spines quicker than we'd like to imagine, there is still time to enjoy one of summer's best past times: brain freeze. [read more]
Live free or watch hard!
By: DAN MECCA
While the name McLovin may resonate stronger than any other movie moniker from this past summer and the line "We could be that mistake!" promises to be repeated countless times, it would be wrong to forget what blockbusters came before—both better and worse. [read more]
Live free or watch hard!
By: DAN MECCA
While the name McLovin may resonate stronger than any other movie moniker from this past summer and the line "We could be that mistake!" promises to be repeated countless times, it would be wrong to forget what blockbusters came before—both better and worse. [read more]
Michael Moore headlines six guest Distinguished Speaker Series
By: FIONNA AGOMUOH
The 2007-2008 Distinguished Speaker Series will feature human rights, economics, politics and American and British commentary with six influential figures geared to speak at UB this year. [read more]
Rights of Passage
By: ERIN CRABTREE
Orientation can either be fond memory or a dismal recollection. As a critical introduction to college living, freshman orientation allows students the opportunity to make friends and learn their way around the labyrinth of campus buildings. [read more]
Schedule
| Football |
| Thursday: at Rutgers, 7 p.m. |
| M. Soccer |
| Thursday: at Fairfield, 6 p.m. |
| W. Swimming |
| Thursday: vs. Niagara, 7 p.m. |
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September Welcome events pick up where Opening Weekend leaves off
By: JOANN PAN
The end of UB's Opening Weekend is a sign that the school year has begun, but that doesn't mean all the free Frisbees, t-shirts and events are over. [read more]
Sidelines
Turner Battle back as Assistant Coach [read more]
Student Medical Insurance: to waive or not to waive
By: STEPHANIE SCIANDRA
Many students opened their fall tuition bills this August and found a surprising addition on the price tag of attendance: the cost of Student Medical Insurance. [read more]
The Bread and Butter of Campus Life
By: SHANNON WHITE
Every August students quickly pack up the must-have belongings that they need to achieve success for the long school year ahead. From shower sandals to Ramen noodles, it's crucial to bring the items that keep students going when the semester gets tough. [read more]
The year ahead
By: SILAS RADER
2007 to 2008 under Student Association President Peter Grollitsch will be the first time in a long while anybody's seen the non-incumbent SA party in power. Already, this promises to be a year of change. [read more]
Veteran Bulls look to wrangle MAC
By: ALEX RUBIN
With nine returning seniors, seven of whom are expected to be starters, the women's soccer team is looking to take advantage of their leadership. Add to that the fact that head coach Jean-A. Tassy is retiring at the end of the upcoming season each player believes that this season is make-or-break for the Bulls. [read more]
Welcome!
By: PETER A. GROLLITSCH
Freshmen, welcome to the University at Buffalo! Upperclassmen, welcome back! [read more]
Your perspectives
What do you think of the UB2020 plan? [read more]
