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Mandatory fee and SA focus misguided
By MELODY C. SIMON | Oct. 21, 2005I am an older student in her last senior semester at UB. And when I mean older, I mean older. I am upset about the fact that I have to pay a mandatory student activity fee of $400.00+. I know what it is forbut I also know that none of the activities on campus are gearedtowards older students.
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Stuck in neutral
By JENNIFER GILLAN | Oct. 21, 2005History seems to be repeating itself.For the second time in three years, UB football is off to a 0-6 start and will look to make some offensive changes as it hopes to notch a few in the win column against the rest of its scrappy conference foes.This Saturday the Bulls head to Toledo where they will face the surprising Rockets (5-1, 3-0 Mid-American Conference). Last week the Bulls' defense lined up against the Bowling Green with its bulls-eye on star quarterback Omar Jacobs, who UB held to minimal damage in a 27-7 loss.UB (0-6 overall, 0-3 MAC) was able to mostly contain Jacobs, allowing the junior just 184 yards on 18 completions while forcing two interceptions.
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'The Wall' spans from China to UB
By MEGHAN SHALVOY | Oct. 21, 2005When presented with the concept of a Chinese art exhibit entitled "The Wall," most people would visualize The Great Wall.
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Stupidity ruins perfectly nice day
By CAIN MORANO | Oct. 21, 2005I have seen the most absolutely colossal waste of money on campus. It is a new electronic sign, the scrolling marquis type, built into the side of a campus shuttle.
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'Rollers' was well-written
By JAMES LUTZ | Oct. 21, 2005I just wanted to say that I liked your article called, "The holy rollers" (Nicole Coleman, Oct. 10) I've not had the same trouble with those super religious types, but I'm sure if I had, I'd probably become a hateful person, which is why I'm glad I've not gotten too many of those weirdoes.It was a well-written piece and makes me think of the writings of a friend of mine whose writing also makes it worth being literate for me.
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A week for French kicks
By RUTH BLAYNEY | Oct. 21, 2005Though many assume in a joking way that France is only known for cheese, snails and the Eiffel Tower, some at UB are trying to show next month that there is much more to this historic country.From Nov.
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Can you dig it? Garcia can
By GREG CISZAK | Oct. 21, 2005When a sports fan thinks volleyball, what usually comes to mind are booming spikes and powerful serves.
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The Mountain Goats scale new peaks
By ALEXANDER NASAREWSKY | Oct. 21, 2005One of the biggest tragedies of the Tuesday night Mountain Goats show at the Icon wasn't lead singer John Darnielle's heartbreaking lyrics about alcoholism and abuse, but the sparse turnout for such an exceptional songwriter and performer.While the lack of audience was disconcerting, it made for a very intimate performance that enhanced the Mountain Goats' already intensely personal lyrics.On Tuesday night, The Prayers and Tears of Arthur Digby Sellers, Vera and The Mountain Goats played an unforgettable show at the Buffalo Icon.First up was local act Vera.
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'Medicated generation' on target
By NICK PIERSIMONI | Oct. 21, 2005I'm writing in response to the article "The Medicated generation." (Oct. 20) It's about time someone brought this issue into focus (the issue being the depressed state of our generation). Our generation does have a problem, and to expand a little further on what Mr. IIgunas said, we are heading down a wrong road, a road where the easy way out takes the place of the right way, which more often than not involves self-sacrifice, discipline, and self-control.
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Swimmers splash into 2005 with hopes of turnaround season
By RICHARD MATHEWS | Oct. 21, 2005The start of a new season marks a renewed sense of optimism and excitement for the women's swimming team, which looks to reverse last year's misfortunes and show everyone that UB can be competitive.This year UB is a much different team, including a change at the top, as new head coach Scott Vanderzell takes the helm.As an assistant coach for the past five seasons, Vanderzell saw the Bulls finish at the bottom of the Mid-American Conference standings last year with a 3-9 record overall and a measly 0-8 record in conference meets.Vanderzell believes the team will become competitive in the MAC this year."I have a very positive outlook on the season," Vanderzell said.
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Protestors rally against Powell
By HAROLD DUMKE | Oct. 21, 2005Colin Powell called his errors in presenting WMD to the United Nations a "painful blot" in his career.
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UB already preparing for Dalai Lama visit
By MO-FEI LIU | Oct. 19, 2005His visit is still almost a year away, but UB is busy getting ready for the visit of His Holiness the Dalai Lama, the spiritual leader of Tibetan Buddhism, and one of the most respected and recognizable political figures worldwide.From academics to cultural activities, UB is hoping to live up to the hype surrounding the rare and momentous trip by the Dalai Lama, who will speak at UB in September 2006."Given our very large population of international students and Asian-Americans, a large turnout is anticipated," said John Wood, associate provost for International Education.
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Plato's stylish budget philosophy
By CHRISSY DRAKE | Oct. 19, 2005Somewhere between the Salvation Army and Gucci lies Plato's Closet, the new store in Amherst that's making hand-me-downs hot.
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Defining what qualifies as a campus holiday
By MAGGIE ROBINSON | Oct. 19, 2005Students at UB got a brief break last week when classes were cancelled for Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur, but while many enjoyed the time off, others questioned why classes are cancelled for certain religious holidays and not for federal holidays, like Columbus Day.Or for that matter, why UB doesn't halt classes for many other religious holidays, such as Good Friday in the spring semester.John Wu, a senior international social studies major, said he's not happy with which holidays UB decides to acknowledge."It's messed up that UB only caters to Jewish and Christian holidays, while ignoring other ethnic holidays like the Chinese New Year on Feb.
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"Helping victims, shaping students through the Red Cross"
By CHRISSY DRAKE | Oct. 19, 2005Joshua Erizer's first day interning with the American Red Cross was not what he expected. Before he even knew where the bathroom was, Erizer was thrown into a chaotic relief effort to aid the victims of Hurricane Katrina.The Greater Buffalo Chapter of the American Red Cross is made up largely of UB students, from employees to interns and volunteers.
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Corporate mentality hurts UB
By SAMI HANNA | Oct. 19, 2005I would like to commend your managing editor Evan Pierce for his editorial of Oct. 17 ("The kids are alright"). In countering the misrepresentation that UB students are to blame for the decay of the University Heights, Pierce pointed to the obvious role the university itself is contributing to the state of affairs.Such question gains additional significance in relation to the policies the current Simpson administration seems to pursue under the amalgamation of "excellence." Improving performance and boosting the competitive edge of the university as a research institute are few of the facades this administration is using in its conquest to change how things are done around UB.
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Zox hops with bubbly pop
By ALEXANDRA WARREN | Oct. 19, 2005Zox's album "The Wait" sounds like it should be the soundtrack for MTV's reality show "Laguna Beach." The mix of upbeat surfing songs, dark breakup songs and lustful ballads would accompany the show perfectly.This is not to disregard the band's obvious musical talent - it's just that this album is the ideal pop-punk album.
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Powell speech incites protestors
By EVAN PIERCE | Oct. 19, 2005Almost every year, UB manages to attract at least one high-profile, and often controversial, political figure for its Distinguished Speaker Series.This year, it's former Secretary of State Colin Powell, a speaker lauded for his topical significance with his role in the lead-up to the Iraq war.
