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Battle with cross-town Griffins to test Bulls

Duke-North Carolina. Michigan-Ohio State. Buffalo-Canisius? Rivalries are part of what makes college sports exciting, and this Friday night should shape up to be another intense bout in the record books between Queen City contenders.Defeating the Griffins last year by a close score of 81-76 at Alumni Arena, the Bulls had a rowdy and anxious crowd of over 6,100 in attendance.


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Morzenti, Starks named Athletes of the WeekSenior Nikki Morzenti of the volleyball team and freshman running back James Starks were named Buffalo Athletes of the Week.In Buffalo's two game weekend split, Morzenti amassed 28 kills, 22 digs and three blocks against Mid-American Conference opponents.


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Students Against Sweatshops confront Simpson

Members of UB Students Against Sweatshops confronted President John B. Simpson outside of his Capen Hall office on Thursday demanding to know the status of on-campus subcontracted custodial staff as UB continues a three-year transition to unionized labor.Simpson told the group of nearly 20 students that while he would address the matter with the group at a later date, but that he did not then have the time to talk immediately, according to UBSAS members.The president departs on a nine-day trip to Asia along with U.S.


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Joy to the world?

When I heard the announcement that Saddam Hussein was sentenced to death by hanging, I was filled with mixed emotions.


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Schedule

VolleyballFriday: at Western Michigan, 7 p.m.M. BasketballFriday: vs. Canisius, 8 p.m.Friday: vs.


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Game tour makes a killing at UB

A man dressed as a ninja was attacked and severely beaten by a woman in skimpy black leather this past Wednesday in the Student Union.The audience, clustered in front of BestBuy's Ultimate Home Theater powered by Xbox 360, cheered and jeered the gamers on during the "Dead or Alive 4" demo.


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Gas leak causes Furnas fire

A fire on the fifth floor of Furnas Hall prompted an evacuation and emergency response after a gas line ignited in a lab.According to UB Chief of Police Gerald Schoenle, the building was not damaged and no one was hurt"They were changing a cylinder out in one of their labs, and gas leaked in the line and ignited," Schoenle said.


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And the winner is...

The leaves on the trees are gone and the weather is getting colder which means one thing in the world of college sports, a new season.


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"Book prices, on-campus safety top forum discussions"

Students and club representatives had the ear of the Student Association in an open forum this past Wednesday - concerns over the general welfare and status of the university, citing concerns over the rising prices of textbooks and the safety lighting on North and South Campus were all raised by over 50 people in attendance.Shannon Palermo, assistant director of academic affairs, said that efforts are being made to address the issue of textbook costs.


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A post-election Boxing Day

Poor strategeryThe Bush administration has been all but concise when it comes to proposals and plans for many government issues recently.


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Tracking mud in the CFA

A strange figure trudges down the sidewalks of Manhattan. It weaves its way through the crowded subways and stands on street corners.


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Protest at what cost?

Hold a sign, say some chants, post some fliers, give biased statistics, have a protest, hold a flag upside down and then go home to sleep safe in your bed.Is that courage, bravery or compassion?Train for months, say goodbye to family and friends, go to war and risk your life for others, sleep on the floor in the cold and the heat.


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