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Netflix's original series 'House of Cards' proves to be a house of drama

By TORI ROSEMAN | Mar. 1, 2015

My expectations were not just met – they were exceeded.

MFA student Liz Black grew wheatgrass on gloves through the method of hydroponics as part of her exhibit entitled Creature Skin.

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MFA student Liz Black creates wearable living art through exhibit Creature Skin in CFA Project Space

By David Dressner | Feb. 26, 2015

Creature Skin, the current exhibit in the CFA Project Space, explores the connection between plant and person through wearable art made of winter wheatgrass.

Rachel Sawyer, a senior English major, (left) performed a rendition of Amy Winehouse’s “Valerie” on stage at the UB Improv’s Open Mic Night Wednesday night.

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UB Improv club hosts Open Mic Night

By REBECCA VINCENT | Feb. 26, 2015

In Student Union 330, UB Improv held an Open Mic Night Wednesday night as an opportunity for anyone who wanted to perform a song or comedy routine in front of a live audience.

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Gamefly for all it's worth

By JORDAN OSCAR | Feb. 24, 2015

December 29 marked my 100th month as a GameFly subscriber.

THE OSCARS(r) - THEATRE - The 87th Oscars, held on Sunday, February 22, 2015, at the Dolby Theatre(r) at Hollywood & Highland Center(r), are televised live on the ABC Television Network at 7 p.m., ET/4 p.m., PT. (ABC/Craig Sjodin) THOMAS CURLEY, BILL WILKINS, CRAIG MANN

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UB alumnus, Tom Curley, wins Oscar at 87th Academy Awards

By BRIAN WINDSCHITL | Feb. 24, 2015

Thomas Curley, a UB alumnus, received an Oscar at the 87th Academy Awards for Best Sound Mixing for the film Whiplash on Sunday.

UB Bhangra members performed at last year’s International Fiesta as part of the Indian Student Association, showcasing their dancing skills in addition colorful costumes.

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UB Bhangra dance team makes a comeback: dancing with the scholars

By GRACE TRIMPER | Feb. 24, 2015

After a two-year hiatus, UB Bhangra rebounded when students organized a brand new team in 2011. Members say that team has flourished since the reboot.

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A review of the Oscars: 'Birdman' soars, jokes fall flat

By Joseph Wilner | Feb. 24, 2015

The most painfully awkward and drawn out joke of the Oscars on Sunday night was Neil Patrick Harris’ predictions.

Torrenting remains popular on campus, despite popularity of streaming services and consequences. Photo illustration by Kainan Guo.

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More than 80 percent of UB students admit to torrenting despite consequences

By David Dressner | Feb. 22, 2015

A poll of 212 UB students showed that more than 80 percent admit to torrenting. Of the students who used torrents, 79.8 percent said they got away with it without any negative repercussions.

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The Grapevine: Dopapod, The Nth Power and Voiceplay

By BRIAN WINDSCHITL | Feb. 22, 2015

Buffalo, this week especially, is a city that champions local talent.

Flo Rida is one of the artists who dropped a new song this past week. The Spectrum shows you both sides of the story - what's worth the listen, and when to press "skip."

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The good, the bad and the tone deaf: Flo Rida, Tori Kelly, Imagine Dragons

By TORI ROSEMAN | Feb. 22, 2015

Our job at The Spectrum is to show you both sides of the story – what’s worth the listen, and when to press “skip.”

Game of Thrones premiere on April 12 at 9 p.m. isn’t something students living on campus will need to torrent or borrow from a friend now that HBO Go is included in student’s housing packages.

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HBO Go comes to UB's campus

By JORDAN OSCAR | Feb. 22, 2015

Students returned to campus at the start of the semester to find pamphlets at their doors, flyers throughout the dorms and messages in their inboxes telling them they now had access to HBO Go.

As four girls, and their recently deceased friend accompanying them as an angel, depart for a karaoke bar, only hilarity and ’80s music ensues.

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‘Girls Night: The Musical’ takes the CFA out for a fun night at a bar

By REBECCA VINCENT | Feb. 22, 2015

Crowds of women with drinks in hand entered the CFA's Mainstage Theater to enjoy 'Girls Night: The Musical' on Friday, Feb. 20.

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Fifty Shades of Grey review: Fifty Shades of blah, blah, blah

By REUBEN WOLF | Feb. 19, 2015

The Spectrum's movie reviewer thinks Fifty Shades of Grey was pretty average.

Father John Misty's newest album, I Love You, Honeybear, deals with the heavy metaphysical concepts of love and life with Josh Tillman's charming humor and poetic lyricism in one of 2015's best releases (so far).

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On display: the heart of Father John Misty

By BRIAN WINDSCHITL | Feb. 19, 2015

Josh Tillman’s career has stretched over the span of a decade, but reached a new artistic apex as Father John Misty, with his sophomore debut I Love You, Honeybear.

Bill Jack and Jerasak Parker Manivong, both members of UB Improv, performed at Jamprov on Feb. 16. The event combined Jam Club and UB Imptrov to provide students a way to showcase their comedic and music abilities.  Alexander Plummer. The Spectrum

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Jam Club and UB Improv come together to create 'Jamprov'

By TORI ROSEMAN | Feb. 17, 2015

Bill Jack and Jerasak Parker Manivong, both members of UB Improv, performed at Jamprov on Feb. 16. The event combined Jam Club and UB Imptrov to provide students a way to showcase their comedic and music abilities.

On Drake's newest project, If You're Reading This It’s Too Late,
the rapper delves into his artistry to explore themes
of self-identity and overcoming the social oppression of celebrity.
Courtesy of Cash Money Records

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"Drake's new mixtape 'If You're Reading This, Its Too Late' speaks to artist's evolution "

By BRIAN WINDSCHITL | Feb. 17, 2015

On Drake's newest project, If You're Are Reading This It?s Too Late, the

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The grapevine

By BRIAN WINDSCHITL | Feb. 15, 2015

Buffalo has a jam-packed lineup this week. There aren?t many cities hosting a tribute to classic rock legends on one day, and then country stars and up-and-coming rappers performing the next day.

Starring Jamie Dornan and Dakota Johnson, as Christian Grey and Anastasia Steele, the film adaptation of E.L. James’ “Fifty Shades of Grey” is the fastest selling R-rated film in Fandango’s history. Courtesy of Michael Deluca Productions and Focus Features

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"UB students share their excitement about the release of ""Fifty Shades of Grey"""

By Rachel Kramer and Jordan Oscar | Feb. 12, 2015

Starring Jamie Dornan and Dakota Johnson, as Christian Grey and Anastasia Steele, the film adaptation of E.L.

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The Buffalo Chips: A musical brotherhood

By GRACE TRIMPER | Feb. 12, 2015

The Buffalo Chips have been practicing in Knox since August of last year for their 20th anniversary concert Saturday in the Center for the Arts. Angela Barca, The Spectrum When attendees walk into the Mainstage Theater in the Center for the Arts on Valentine?s Day, they will hear the sounds of a full band, bass and percussion.

During a silent auction hosted by UB’s Fashion Student Association Wednesday night, some students bid up to $60 for a Valentine’s Day date. 
Angela Barca, The Spectrum

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A covert affair

By JAMES BATTLE | Feb. 12, 2015

During a silent auction hosted by UB?s Fashion Student Association Wednesday night, some students bid up to $60 for a Valentine?s Day date.