Issue
Volume 59, Issue 2
Appearance-based rejection causes social withdrawal
By: Amanda Woods
That kid in your dorms that never seems to leave his room might have a legitimate problem, according to three recent studies conducted by psychologists at UB. [read more]
Carpooling program helps reduce UB’s carbon footprint
By: Amanda Woods
With thousands of students commuting to campus every week, the UB community greatly contributes to traffic confusion and traces its carbon footprint throughout the Western New York region. [read more]
Different cast, same high expectations
By: Joe Paterno
While students bid adieu to their summer vacations with one final hoorah, the men’s soccer team has been hard at work in preparation for the upcoming fall season. [read more]
Fresh look leads to fast start
By: Andrew Wiktor
After finishing last season with a .240 winning percentage, it was evident that the volleyball team needed to make a change. Buffalo decided not to renew Jim Lodes’ contract in December and set out in search of a new head coach who would attempt to lead the struggling program in the right direction. [read more]
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MCEER and Calspan partner to improve America’s bridges
By: Ashley Hirt
This fall, MCEER, the University at Buffalo’s Multidisciplinary Center for Earthquake Engineering Research, and Calspan, a company in Buffalo internationally revered for aeronautics and transportation testing, will begin building two bridges in Ashford, N.Y. The full-scale bridge test will be performed to develop ways to improve the nation’s crumbling bridge infrastructure. [read more]
Oh, Canada!
By: Matt Mosher
It’s hard to believe that UB is only a half hour away from a gorgeous, breath taking and romantic natural wonder of the world. Just a border crossing away, Niagara Falls, Ont. is home to tourist hotspots, Maid of the Mist boat tours and a nightlife rivaling some of the biggest cities. [read more]
Some students unconcerned with H1N1
By: Juan Carlos Gutierrez
The signs of distress are already appearing in the hallways of America as the warmth and comfort of summer fade into the darkened cold conditions of school and work during the winter. [read more]
Taking the reins
President Obama needs to clear up the health care debate
Given the current state of the country, there’s probably no more daunting a task than to reform America’s health care system. President Barack Obama must do exactly that. [read more]
The Heights of student nightlife
By: Rachel Lamb
Like any other college atmosphere, University Heights is constantly teeming with anxious students looking for something fun to do with their weekend nights. [read more]
The strip that never sleeps
By: Adrian Finch
As Monday rolls around and students begin their week of studying, waking up for class and staying in, many count down the days and hours until that blessed Friday comes when all stresses can be thrown to the side and their two days of freedom and enjoyment can truly begin. [read more]
Turning the page
By: Matthew Parrino
Soccer presents a unique problem. There are very few opportunities to score, making each and every moment crucial to the outcome of a game. One miniscule mistake can change the course of a game and turn a definite win into a loss. [read more]
UB2020 transformations begin
By: Jennifer Good
It may not even be 2010 yet, but the UB 2020 project isn’t waiting until the last minute to start making changes. [read more]
