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Pulling out a victory

We the people...an informed response

As many readers of The Spectrum have noticed, there have been recent measures taken to humiliate the Black Student Union (BSU), the Lesbian Gay Bisexual Transgender Alliance (LGBTA), and those who sympathize with the causes of these groups.

Asia increasing share of troubled U.S. assets

In announcing plans Monday to spend as much as $8 billion for a 20 percent stake in Morgan Stanley, Japan's biggest bank underscored just how far that nation's financial companies have come from their own economic crisis in the 1990s.But the deal by Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group also highlighted Asia's crucial role as the United States tries to restore health and confidence to its tottering financial system.For years, Asian nations have financed the heavy spending of the U.S.

Students speak out on campus safety

While crime reports are down in comparison to the start of the last school year, students remain fearful because of the increase in violent on-campus attacks.

A slight misstep in Olean

The women's soccer team came into their game Sunday against St. Bonaventure looking to end the non-conference portion of their schedule undefeated.

Seasons Playlist

As the leaves change and wind brings a chill, it's time to celebrate Earth's diversity.1.) Fall Out Boy - "Grand Theft Autumn"2.) Justin Timberlake - "Summer Love"3.) Snow - "Informer"4.) A New Found Glory - "It's Been a Summer"5.) The Matches - "Between Halloweens"6.) The Starting Line - "The Drama Summer"7.) Metallica - "Trapped Under Ice"8.) The Bronx - "Dirty Leaves"9.) Punchline - "The Coldest of Calendars"10.) Secondhand Serenade - "Fall For You"

Linda Yalem Run returns for a sprint to campus safety

The return of the Linda Yalem Run on Sunday will mark the 19th year that the UB community has gathered to raise awareness for personal safety.

China abroad program affords students a real cultural experience

Bulls finish third at UB Stampede Invite

On a summer-like day at Beaver Island State Park on Grand Island, the Buffalo Bulls cross country teams found some success in their only home meet of the season.Both the women's team and the men's team placed third in their respective divisions at the UB Stampede Invitational.

Sarah Palin: McCain's silent springboard?

RAINN Day in UB's forecast

UB will hold its first ever RAINN Day this Thursday to help raise awareness about rape and sexual abuse on campus, but the idea for the event came long before the recent sexual assaults on South Campus.

Safety Report

9/12 An unattended backpack with books in it was stolen from Alumni Arena by an unknown subject.

Divas confront middle age

Filled with wit, humor and the occasional song, DIVA by DIVA is a cabaret-style affair that makes light of women growing old - showing its irrelatively to growing up.

The beauty in decomposition

The sun rains agony on your unprotected body with malicious intent. Irritated skin starts to blister.

Big differences

One organization is aiming to put the bright futures of children in the hands of UB students. Representatives from Big Brothers Big Sisters of America (BBBSA) set up in the Flag Room of the Student Union on Tuesday to hand out flyers and applications to recruit mentors for disadvantaged children.

UB Robotucs invests automatic ambitions in robot

This year UB Robotics aims to be number one as they edge their hopes on the club's primary project, an autonomous robot being redesigned for the Intelligent Ground Vehicle Competition (IGVC) in Rochester, Michigan.

Afro DZ ak inspires a fight for the cause

Band: Afro DZ akAlbum Title: ElevationRecord label: Gnawledge records Release date: Sept. 23, 2008Grade: B - Pete "Afro DZ ak" Shungu, the multi-instrumental emcee, ditches his training wheels for the release of his solo debut Elevation.

"Cultural issues take a backseat in campaign, coverage"

Riding on student-run airwaves

WRUB, the student-run campus radio station, has been hitting the airwaves and giving students opportunities since 1978.

UB's own Woodstock: Jam Club hosts music fest

The ethereal echo of wailing guitars, screaming harmonicas and gut-rumbling bass could be heard Saturday outside the Student Union as UB Jam Club hosted the first UBeephree Music Festival.