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Taking the life out of the students

Oct. 21, 2012

A leaked MediaFire file caught the attention of a few UB students over the weekend, especially those who participate in clubs. Anyone that took even a moment's glance at the document, entitled "University-Wide Recognition Student Club and Organization Policy," will notice that something is amiss: it's not property of the Student Association, which currently has full control over the university's clubs - from recognition to funding.

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Landlord responds to negative publicity

By LISA KHOURY and ERIN ELLIS | Oct. 21, 2012

Jeremy Dunn owns 65 houses in the University Heights. One of his tenants, Mark Vega of 66 Northrup Place, described him as an "absentee slum

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A self-sufficient government

By Brian Josephs | Oct. 21, 2012

I'm one of the many executive board members in one of the Student Association's 130+ clubs. Yes, each club - and SA itself - has its flaws, but I'd like to think we're doing a pretty good job. Caribbean Student Association (CSA) - the club I'm a member of - is one of the only organizations in Buffalo that brings Caribbean artists to perform.

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SA Assembly votes for employee approvals and elected officials' salaries

By LISA KHOURY | Oct. 18, 2012

The Student Association Assembly unanimously voted to keep staff members in their job positions and approved this year's new hires during Wednesday night's Assembly meeting. Assembly members also approved the following elected officials' salaries: club coordinators, SUNY delegates, Student-Wide Judiciary associate justice and Speaker of the Assembly. Staff members' positions fall under the 11 SA departments: Student Affairs, entertainment, club services, communication, production, executive assistants, finance, film, UBTV, office staff and elected officials. Last year, there were 13 departments but Environmental Affairs was integrated into Student Affairs, and the event planners department was removed. After each department briefly explained what it does, the floor was open to Assembly and staff members for questions.

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These hips don't lie

By CHELSEA SULLIVAN | Oct. 18, 2012

Lifting weights and running on the treadmill becomes tedious. Costly memberships to off-campus gyms do not fit well with a college student's budget. That's why many UB students are turning to Zumba. Amy Newsome, the assistant director for aerobics and indoor cycling, directs recreational fitness on campus.

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Election Cheat Sheet: Immigration

Oct. 18, 2012

In the weeks leading up to the election, The Spectrum will be providing facts about the Democratic and Republican candidates' platforms so students can make an informed decision in the voting booth on Nov.

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The dynamic duo takes on Buffalo

By KEREN BARUCH | Oct. 18, 2012

Tara Green was 19 years old, finishing up her second year at Salt Lake City Community College, when her pregnancy test read positive. She is now 24, finishing up her sixth semester as a communication and psychology major at UB, with her 4-year-old daughter, Kaiya, by her side. Green moved from Salt Lake City, Utah, to the Queen City two years ago.

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Mixed messages

By ERIN MAYNARD | Oct. 18, 2012

Despite UB's UBreathe Free efforts, smokers gather outside Capen Hall, known to some as "Smoker Alley," as well as Lockwood Library and the Student Union. Students, faculty or staff can call 645-SMOK to report someone smoking on campus.

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On the prowl

By NATHANIEL SMITH | Oct. 18, 2012

After three road games, which stretched through three different states and two different time zones, the Bulls (1-5, 0-3 Mid-American Conference) will finally have the home-field advantage for the first time in a month. Buffalo looks to end Homecoming Day festivities on a positive note as it takes on a tough challenge in Pittsburgh (2-4, 0-3 Big East), a team that is also struggling this season.

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Poetry is a breeze at Talking Leaves

By MAX CRINNIN | Oct. 18, 2012

In the farthest corner of Talking Leaves, readers and audience members sat together in an intimate arrangement of wooden lawn chairs, waiting and chatting beside the walls of endless books, where the stereotypical idea of poetry readings was immediately shattered. Last Wednesday evening, a small gathering of people met at Talking Leaves Bookstore on Main Street for a reading from three local poets.

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Nothing But Bull

By LYZI WHITE | Oct. 18, 2012

Many students who are away from home for the first time must adjust to living with a stranger in such close proximity.

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"Obama, Romney bring heat to domestic policy discussion"

By LISA KHOURY | Oct. 17, 2012

Students in the Union watched President Obama attempt to make up for lost ground against former Massachusetts Governor Mitt Romney in a feisty dispute over domestic policy during the second presidential debate on Tuesday night. A consensus among students and media outlets is Obama was more aggressive than the first debate.

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UB starts new sophomore internship program

By LISA EPSTEIN | Oct. 16, 2012

The Career Services office is starting a new program that offers internship experience to sophomores at UB. The Sophomore Internship Program (SHIP) held a meeting in the Career Services office Tuesday.

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Don't start and you won't get

By ELVA AGUILAR | Oct. 16, 2012

Most viral web videos work as great conversation starters - just not in terms of social issues or questionable morals.

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Casual sex

By AMI DIALLO | Oct. 16, 2012

His 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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Read's cultural connections

By FELICIA HUNT | Oct. 16, 2012

The importance of culture, for some, is buried underneath their exterior. Some people keep their culture tucked behind their conscious and only express it on selective days on the calendar.

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Don't start and you won't get

By ELVA AGUILAR | Oct. 16, 2012

Most viral web videos work as great conversation starters - just not in terms of social issues or questionable morals.

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Quantifying the loss

By MEG LEACH | Oct. 16, 2012

Any sports fan knows the feeling: the anxiety of not knowing, the pain of absence. Maybe your class ran late or you had an exam.

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UB embarks on research program with Zimbabwe

By SAM FERNANDO | Oct. 16, 2012

UB is breaking outside of Western New York's borders. Its next destination: Zimbabwe. UB is teaming up with two universities in Zimbabwe to create an international research program.

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"Too little, too late?"

By ERIN ELLIS | Oct. 16, 2012

Although it was unclear what prompted the "Tenant Rights" meeting Monday, Attorney Francis C. Amendola said there has been an increase in complaints from UB students about their landlords.