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Smoker's dilemma: freeze or cold turkey?

The return to wintry weather in Buffalo has pushed many students back into the shelter of the walkways and tunnels this week, but those who choose to smoke in between classes remain out in the cold.The falling temperature and snow-laden gusts did not keep sophomore nursing major Ashley Cleveland from smoking a cigarette before going to study in the library."I just do it for stress," Cleveland said between puffs, when asked why she smokes.

The week ahead: 2.12.06

"With starters benched, freshmen snap skid"

A starting lineup of four freshmen proved to be just what the doctor ordered, as the Bulls halted a four-game losing streak on Saturday against the conference doormat, Central Michigan.Head coach Reggie Witherspoon's prescription for the 73-59 victory was flawless, although it didn't involve X's and O's or an inspired speech.

Jezorski sets mile record at Penn State

Swift senior Jen Jezorski set a new Bulls indoor track and field record in her one-mile run last weekend at the Sykes-Sabock Challenge Cup hosted by Penn State University.Despite low overall team scoring, Jezorski had individual success.

Arts Clips

Monty Python is backSix one-hour specials of never-before seen Monty Python footage will be aired on PBS as part of a special series.

Another light ballot?

The Student Association executive board elections are around the corner, and petitions will be open Feb.

Living by the law not always easy

Television can glorify it, jokes can sabotage it and books can make it all too interesting. No matter the spin, however, studying law takes hard work, dedication and sacrifice that few outside the field actually see.Within the first year, law students are exposed to civil procedure, torts, contracts, property, criminal law, constitutional law and ethics.

Adroit Cartoon: 2.13.06

Familiar atmosphere at Nile performance

The crowd swarmed the auditorium, many struggling to find places to sit or stand to see Nile. For the most part, the audience was comprised of middle-aged men and women with their families.

State of Union editorial dodged responsibility

The Spectrum recently mocked the President's State of the Union address ("Cold turkey, lame duck," Feb.

Channeling the Nile

Caught amidst the muscle of the record industry machine, there is a well-seasoned musician named Willie Nile.Nile, who is set to perform Friday night at the Albright-Knox, is an inspiration to rock's modern-day idols.

"Coinciding with biotech center, UB to offer informatics degree"

With the growth of the information economy, informatics has become its own field of study as universities and businesses begin to embrace the need for managing and handling huge amounts of data.In response to industry demand, UB's School of Informatics has announced it will offer a bachelor's degree in informatics, beginning in fall 2006, to provide undergraduates with training in both information technology and interpersonal skills.Informatics is defined as the intersection of people, information and technologies.

Reinforcing the power of the pen

When 19th century British novelist Edward Lytton wrote "the pen is mightier than the sword," I wonder if he ever pictured his pen in the hands of a political cartoonist, or that it would be dueling against a wave of violence and destruction across the Middle East and Europe.The controversy began in September when Jyllands-Posten, a newspaper in Denmark, published 12 cartoons of the prophet Muhammad, the most inflammatory of which showed the Muslim prophet with a bomb in his turban.

Theatre students go tropical

For three performers from UB's theatre department, being chosen to act and teach in Costa Rica later this month is an honor few students even have the chance to share.From only eight U.S.

Weekend in Buffalo: 2.10.06

Sidelines

Men's soccer receives top 10 rankingsAfter finishing 14-3-2 overall in the 2005 season, the men's soccer team received top 10 rankings in four of five offensive categories out of the 30 teams ranked.Amongst the top Division I teams, Buffalo placed fifth in won-loss-tied percentages, sixth in team goals-against average, ninth in highest-scoring offense with 2.37 goals a game, and eighth in shots on goal percentages.Standout juniors Andrae Clarke and Daniel Bell both ranked in the top 30 in individual statistic category.

One last jump into the pool for senior swimmers

Five senior swimmers will enter the waters of the Alumni Arena Natatorium for their final home meet on Saturday as the women's swimming and diving team hosts Cornell University.Although the Bulls head into their last match with a record of 3-8 overall and a disappointing 0-7 record in Mid-American Conference action, interim head coach Scott Vanderzell believes his team has plenty of talent, just not enough depth."Our main weakness is our depth," Vanderzell said.

Adams distinguished in both the water and classroom

Luke Adams says the hardest part of swimming is sticking with the routine day in and day out - a schedule of breakfast, classes, lunch, intense swim session, lifting, and then returning home for dinner.

"'Poseur saints' taint Christianity, evangelism"

I am not bothered to admit that evangelism is an integral part of religion to at least some Christians.

Bring on the pain

The news that UB's football team will play Auburn and Boston College next year, and possibly Wisconsin or West Virginia, guarantees pain on numerous levels.