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@UB'Problems creator reveals identity

By RACHEL KRAMER | Apr. 28, 2013

After two years behind the computer, @UB_Problems' creator is ready to reveal her identity. Cassie Lavo, a senior communication major, is graduating and was convinced by her best friend to reveal her identity. She had kept it anonymous while she was the sole tweeter, because she thought if people who were friends with her knew who ran the account, they would want Lavo to tweet their problems all the time. "It's supposed to be something other than a person," Lavo said.

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Former UB law professor proceeds with federal suit against UB Law School

By LISA EPSTEIN | Apr. 28, 2013

A former law school professor has filed a federal lawsuit against UB's Law School Dean Makau Mutua for firing him without cause and for breach of contract. Jeffrey Malkan, who taught from 2000-09, claims he was unjustly fired in 2009 and has been unable to get a job since because Mutua has refused to write him a letter of recommendation.

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Back to Brooklyn

By Brian Josephs | Apr. 28, 2013

So this is it. Four years of writing for The Spectrum. Four years of college, ending with a brutal, 21-credit semester. In two weeks, I'll be sent off to the world in glorious, blue-cap-and-gown fashion to face a mountain of college debt.

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Procrastination medication

By TAYLOR BRUNDAGE | Apr. 28, 2013

Jeremy Ferris, a senior political science major, washed down an unprescribed 20 milligram extended-release Adderall with a swig of AMP energy drink. His French 104 exam was the next day, April 12, and hehadn't started studying yet. "I don't need [Adderall] to study," Ferris said.

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We all Float on

By SARA DINATALE | Apr. 28, 2013

Kelsey Barbour was radioactive for 48 hours. Quarantined in her bedroom and allowed minimal human contact, Barbour sat docile as radioactive iodine coursed through her body.

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We all Float on

By SARA DINATALE | Apr. 28, 2013

Kelsey Barbour was radioactive for 48 hours. Quarantined in her bedroom and allowed minimal human contact, Barbour sat docile as radioactive iodine coursed through her body.

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One book at a time: Talking Leaves World Book Night 2013

By BETHANY WALTON | Apr. 25, 2013

April 23 is marked in history as the day both Shakespeare and Miguel de Cervantes, the author of the world-renowned Don Quixote, died.

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"SA Senate and Assembly each meet, plan for next academic year"

Apr. 25, 2013

Senate On Wednesday, Student Association President Travis Nemmer and Treasurer Justin Neuwirt presented a proposed SA budget for the 2013-14 academic year to the SA Senate. The proposed budget breaks down the entire $3.7 million budget, including how much is allocated for club, entertainment and office budgets, student stipends and other SA needs. Neuwirt sent a letter to every SA club informing them of the amount in their budget next year.

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"After February CO leak, UB will begin project to install hard-wired detectors"

By LISA KHOURY | Apr. 25, 2013

Next week, UB will begin installing hard-wired carbon monoxide detectors in Richmond Quad, where a carbon monoxide leak poisoned at least 10 students and sent five of them to the hospital on Feb.

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"Mo money, mo problems"

Apr. 25, 2013

The SA budget for next year was announced Wednesday night at the Senate meeting. It includes the total student stipend portion of the budget being reduced from $255,450 to $181,000. Meanwhile, the individual stipends for president, vice president and treasurer will remain at $12,000 per academic year.

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Weekend in Buffalo

Apr. 25, 2013

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Ovadia wins UB Council student representative position by eight votes

By SAM FERNANDO | Apr. 23, 2013

On Monday, Daniel Ovadia was officially re-elected as the UB Council student representative. Ovadia, who collected 242 votes, narrowly beat Robert Golightly by eight votes.

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UB meets opposition from Fruit Belt residents at Common Council meeting

By Rebecca Bratek | Apr. 23, 2013

On Tuesday, residents of the Fruit Belt, an area in Buffalo's lower East Side, finally got UB to respond to their concerns regarding the sale and development of McCarley Gardens.

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Graduating Student Association officials bid UB adieu

Apr. 23, 2013

Name: Travis Nemmer Position: SA president Major: History, political science and classics Plans after graduation: Law school at American University Word to describe experience at UB: Transformative Travis Nemmer has a clear moment he regards as his most memorable at UB: winning the election for SA president last spring.

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UB students host red-carpet event at elementary school

By RACHEL RAIMONDI | Apr. 23, 2013

The lights didn't extend far enough, some props weren't finished and the tools were missing. Jenny Chen started to worry.

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Davis Hall's eco-friendly features earn gold standard

By TAYLOR BRUNDAGE | Apr. 21, 2013

Davis Hall, a building that houses the School of Engineering and Applied Sciences, opened its doors to students for the first time last May.

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SA Senate derecognizes Korean Student Association

By SAM FERNANDO | Apr. 21, 2013

On Wednesday, the Student Association Senate voted unanimously (16-0-0) to derecognize the Korean Student Association (KSA). In mid-March, two students, who asked to remain anonymous, approached the Senate to make allegations against KSA.

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Navigating a better hospital experience

By TONG MENG | Apr. 21, 2013

Sabrina Casucci's mother had two elderly relatives staying in hospitals at opposite ends of town. She had to split her time traveling to take care of both of them. Her caretaker responsibilities did not end when the patients were finally discharged.

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Police Blotter 4/15/2013

Apr. 18, 2013

All information according to University Police 4/9 1:14 a.m. - Amherst Police Department (APD) arrested UB student Michaela Carbone, 20, for driving under the influence on Main Street and Allenhurst Avenue. 8:29 a.m.

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Stargazing with the Heavens

By NICHOLAS C. TURTON | Apr. 18, 2013

For countless years, artists have been fascinated with the heavens, the stars, the moon and other celestial bodies.