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A fresh start
By AMANDA LOW | Sep. 10, 2013An organized Korean presence has been missing on campus since the Korean Student Association (KSA) was disbanded last semester.
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Brothers band together for Buffalo's community
By ANDREA SAADAN | Mar. 7, 2013Four years ago when Kyle McJury was pledging to his fraternity, the freshman would fill his free time cleaning out yards and shoveling driveways for the elderly and disabled residents who couldn't do it themselves. Today, McJury, a senior finance major and vice president of community service for UB's Delta Sigma Pi, Alpha Kappa chapter participates in various community service projects with the fraternity. Founded in 1925, Delta Sigma Pi, a national fraternity, is the university's largest professional business fraternity that prides itself on its involvement in the community.
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Sweating the issues
By ANDREA SAADAN | Feb. 28, 2013Racism, sexism, homophobia, low wages, random firing of employees, sexual harassment, physical and verbal abuse, forced overtime, child labor - these are the conditions in sweatshops around the world. UB students are trying to change them. After two years of not meeting, UB Students Against Sweatshops (UBSAS) got together to discuss these conditions and what the club can do to change them.
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The harpist
By AMI DIALLO | Dec. 4, 2012Most 10-year-olds spend their time playing outside, watching cartoons or enjoying the reactions." Gorman was playing at her friend's aunt's wedding when she was 10 years old, and though she was one of the younger guests in attendance, her talent with the harp stole the show. Eight years later, with more experience under her belt, Gorman continues to awe spectators with her talent, while living out her passion for music. Since being introduced to the piano and the harp at the age of 5 by her mother, Gorman has taken lessons to improve her skills.
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Invisible Children visits UB
By AMI DIALLO | Nov. 8, 2012Last spring, the world joined together because of one movement: KONY 2012. Millions watched a 30-minute video that soon became one of the most viral videos on the Internet. Many Americans, especially the younger generations, rose for a cause and used the power they have to make a change - all because of one man: Joseph Kony. On Wednesday night, UB Girl Effect did its part in reviving Invisible Children's mission by screening the organization's latest video, Move, which gives a behind-the-scenes look at the aftermath of KONY 2012 and its creator, Jason Russell.
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College dating 101
By AMI DIALLO | Nov. 1, 2012With the new age of technology and advancement of the online community, everything can be done on the Internet.
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The woman behind the wheel
By AMI DIALLO | Oct. 25, 2012At 9 years old, Grace Armbruster faced one of the most challenging obstacles in her life. After struggling with reading in her classes for years, she finally found out why she always felt left behind and wasn't learning things as fast as the rest of her classmates. She is dyslexic. According to research done by Headstrong Nation, one in seven Americans is diagnosed with learning disabilities.
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Casual sex
By AMI DIALLO | Oct. 16, 2012His bold British accent can be heard through the crowd. With his briefcase in hand, Tim Dean stands tall and poised amongst his students.
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The truth behind Columbus Day
By AMI DIALLO | Oct. 11, 2012Last Monday, Americans all over the country recognized Columbus Day. They celebrated Columbus' discovery of the New World and the birthplace of America. Some students were upset by the holiday - some because classes were not canceled, others because it was the celebration of a serial killer. Columbus Day, a holiday celebrated in this country for over 500 years, is observed in 41 states, honoring the man that discovered America.
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The band kid
By AMI DIALLO | Sep. 9, 2012With her backpack in hand, hair tied in a bun, and a navy blue fraternity shirt, she walks through the UB's halls with confidence. Chelsea Monroe is an assistant drum major for The Thunder of The East Marching Band. Monroe, a fifth-year senior communication and French major, is the leader of UB's band.
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UB Council and Graduate Student Association Election Results Pending Confirmation
By AMANDA WOODS | Apr. 18, 2011Results are in for last week's UB Council and Graduate Student Association elections, but they remain unofficial as of press time, according to Mike Lewis, a student activities associate in the office of Student Life. Mia Jorgensen, who received 259 votes, is expected to be the new UB Council student representative.
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Tripathi Expected to be Confirmed Monday as 15th President
By Andrew Wiktor | Apr. 18, 2011Officer in Charge Satish K. Tripathi is expected to be confirmed as UB's next president by the SUNY Board of Trustees Monday afternoon.
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"Today In UB History: April 13, 1994"
By ANDREW LEVY | Apr. 13, 2011About 6,500 fans crowded into Alumni Arena Sunday night to hear Phish, that vacuum cleaner-playing, washboard scratching, sometimes-a cappella band from Vermont. Yet another great concert brought to UB by the University Union Activities Board, Phish put on a show that lived up to this year's quality concerts sponsored by UUAB. Although the show was scheduled to start at 7:30 p.m., it started 45 minutes late due to the lead guitarist, Trey Anastasio, having to be taken to the hospital after falling through a hoe in the stage during the sound check. At 7:30 p.m.
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A Shameful Low in Higher Education
By Amanda Jonas | Apr. 11, 2011If there was a fire in the University at Buffalo's disability testing center, freshman Mark Shaw would not be able to get out. Sophomore Raymond Matuszak can't fit into a regular classroom desk, so he often has to stand or sit in a chair without a desk during class. Junior Alec Frazier often gets shuffled into back rooms and offices to take exams because he needs voice-automated software to help him. Senior Catherine Scharf, who is visually impaired, clings to the walls of UB's staircases, because the signs and staircases are hazardous for those with limited vision. UB is responsible for much of these students' struggles. Eight years ago, the University at Buffalo agreed to make this campus accessible to the roughly 500 disabled students who attend every year.
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VOICE Party Sweeps SA Elections
By AMANDA WOODS | Apr. 1, 2011A cheer rose in 350 Student Union on Thursday evening when the Student Association elections ended in a decisive victory for the VOICE Party, with all of its candidates dominating student ballots.
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Sources: UB Ignores SUNY Guidelines
By ANDREW WIKTOR and LAUREN NOSTRO | Mar. 10, 2011The Presidential Search Committee may not be adhering to SUNY guidelines as it pursues UB's 15th president. It has been speculated that the final candidates have already been recommended to SUNY; however, if true, UB would have violated step 10 of "The Search Process" section listed in the SUNY Guidelines for Conducting [a] Presidential Search. The step states that once finalists are selected, schools are required to schedule campus visits for each of the remaining candidates and are to publically announce the names of those left in the running. UB has taken neither of those steps. The committee, chaired by Jeremy Jacobs, has been searching for President John B.
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UB 2020 Progress
By Amanda Jonas | Mar. 3, 2011The University at Buffalo is one step closer to making UB 2020 a reality. On Wednesday, a bill sponsored by Republican North Buffalo State Senator Mark Grisanti, entitled the "UB 2020 Flexibility and Economic Growth Act," passed through the New York State Senate and was sent on to the Assembly.
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Strong Gas Smell in Fronczak Hall Under Investigation
By AMANDA WOODS | Feb. 23, 2011University Police evacuated Fronczak Hall Tuesday afternoon due to a strong natural gas odor in the building. An initial e-mail alert, sent out at 5:18 p.m., warned students, faculty, and staff to stay away from the building.
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Saving SUNY
By Amanda Jonas | Feb. 3, 2011Student leaders from across the 64 SUNY campuses sent a strong message to Governor Andrew Cuomo on Tuesday in response to his budget for the upcoming year.
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UB Closes in Anticipation of Severe Snowstorm
By AMANDA WOODS | Feb. 1, 2011The University at Buffalo announced that all day and evening classes are canceled Wednesday due to the impending snowstorm.
