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Walking a mile in their shoes

While the walls of my mother's living room are decorated with framed pictures of her children and grandchildren in different stages of childhood and adulthood, the smiling faces of Bill and Hillary Clinton occupy the prime wall space - the area just above her elaborate window dressing.No matter how adorable her most recent grandchild is, or how many awards and honors my siblings and I win, or how many elections or Monica Lewinskys in soiled blue dresses come and go, the photo of the Clintons hangs high on our wall like a shining star on a Christmas tree.I'm not quite sure when or why my mother fell so deeply in love with the Clintons, but I remember hearing her curse the name of all that is Republican very early in my life in the United States.As a black, immigrant woman working menial jobs to support the youngest of her nine children, she believed she had much reason to be leery of the conservative faction.

The Impact of the Tsunami

When: Wednesday at 2 p.m.Where: Student Union TheaterRefugees, relief organizations, the role of religion, the ethics of giving the right aid -- professors Claude Welch and Jeannette Ludwig address the political and cultural effects of the tsunami and share their experiences from their time in India after it struck.

The kids are alright

Many young bands in the Buffalo music scene have been assigned "up-and-coming" status. Each faces the struggle of putting together a unique style that will make the band stick out from the competition.This Wednesday at The Icon in Buffalo, post-hardcore quintet Inferis takes a stab at sticking out among a few groups that have garnered national attention."We're hardcore, a little bit of metal, a little more spastic, and a little more technical (than traditional hardcore bands). You have to integrate your different influences.

Scoreboard

M. BasketballSaturday:Miami (Ohio)77 (OT)Buffalo74M. TennisFriday:W. Michigan7Buffalo0Saturday:Buffalo4W.

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Battle bests the booksTurner Battle of the men's basketball team was named Mid-American Conference Scholar Athlete of the Week for his performance on the court against Northern Illinois, Marshall and Eastern Michigan as well as his record as a student.

Thousands pack into Alumni for Funfest

Over 3,000 students filled Alumni Arena for rock climbing, dodgeball, video game tournaments, and free food and music on Friday night for UB's annual Funfest.The event, sponsored by various campus-wide organizations, aimed to provide students with alternatives to the stereotypical college Friday night of drinking and debauchery, according to event organizers.Running from 7 p.m.

Examining the value of online degrees

With today's advances in technology, and an increase in the number of high school students choosing to continue on to accredited colleges and universities, alternative means of getting a college education are showing up all over the Internet.There are hundreds of degree programs, ranging from computer science to fashion design, which can be completed online.According to the Web site "Online School Guide for Online Schools & Campus Programs," there are over 55 master's degree programs that can be attained solely through online courses.Even with the abundance of online degree programs, and the comparable requirements, many employers, graduate schools, and students doubt that a degree earned online will hold as much weight as one earned at a brick and mortar school."I don't think an online degree is the answer," said John Wichman, president of Creative Concepts of WNY Inc., a media production business.

Indonesia-Iraq parallel was off mark

Opponents beware: Gilbert likes to steal

In the real world stealing is a crime, but on the hardwood, it's a way of life.If stealing a basketball from an opponent's control was a criminal act, Daniel Gilbert's file at the police station would stretch from Buffalo all the way back to his hometown of Detroit, Mich.Gilbert, a 6-foot-6-inch senior, is a force to be reckoned with on defense.

Examining the value of online degrees

With today's advances in technology, and an increase in the number of high school students choosing to continue on to accredited colleges and universities, alternative means of getting a college education are showing up all over the Internet.There are hundreds of degree programs, ranging from computer science to fashion design, which can be completed online.According to the Web site "Online School Guide for Online Schools & Campus Programs," there are over 55 master's degree programs that can be attained solely through online courses.Even with the abundance of online degree programs, and the comparable requirements, many employers, graduate schools, and students doubt that a degree earned online will hold as much weight as one earned at a brick and mortar school."I don't think an online degree is the answer," said John Wichman, president of Creative Concepts of WNY Inc., a media production business.

Men's swim team falls to St. Bonaventure

The Bulls dropped a 154-83 decision to St. Bonaventure on Saturday in their last regular season match-up this year.In the loss to the Bonnies, Buffalo (3-4 overall, 1-3 Mid-American Conference) won four events outright.

Ben Sargent Cartoon: 2.7.05

Examining the value of online degrees

With today's advances in technology, and an increase in the number of high school students choosing to continue on to accredited colleges and universities, alternative means of getting a college education are showing up all over the Internet.There are hundreds of degree programs, ranging from computer science to fashion design, which can be completed online.According to the Web site "Online School Guide for Online Schools & Campus Programs," there are over 55 master's degree programs that can be attained solely through online courses.Even with the abundance of online degree programs, and the comparable requirements, many employers, graduate schools, and students doubt that a degree earned online will hold as much weight as one earned at a brick and mortar school."I don't think an online degree is the answer," said John Wichman, president of Creative Concepts of WNY Inc., a media production business.

The Diet Coke of evil

Grade: CYou remember him.He's the one that made the creaking sounds in the closets of youth, gluing you to the mattress, paralysis-style, beading cold sweats on a fear-wrinkled forehead.He's the one that darted through your moonlit window, fluttering the curtains and breathing down your neck.

Examining the value of online degrees

With today's advances in technology, and an increase in the number of high school students choosing to continue on to accredited colleges and universities, alternative means of getting a college education are showing up all over the Internet.There are hundreds of degree programs, ranging from computer science to fashion design, which can be completed online.According to the Web site "Online School Guide for Online Schools & Campus Programs," there are over 55 master's degree programs that can be attained solely through online courses.Even with the abundance of online degree programs, and the comparable requirements, many employers, graduate schools, and students doubt that a degree earned online will hold as much weight as one earned at a brick and mortar school."I don't think an online degree is the answer," said John Wichman, president of Creative Concepts of WNY Inc., a media production business.

Access improves for disabled students

Parking on campus is not a challenge for handicapped students, according to UB officials.But a number of accessibility challenges face students once they get out of their cars, or leave their rooms.

"Bulls blow big lead, bow to Miami"

If the Mid-American Conference tournament started today, the UB men's basketball team would have a meandering trail to follow, with the Bulls set to play a first-round MAC playoff game on the road.However, in a must-win game on the road against the Miami (Ohio) RedHawks (14-5 overall, 9-2 MAC), mediocrity continued to plague the Bulls (13-7 overall, 6-6 MAC), as Miami was able to win its sixth straight game by the overtime score of 77-74 in front of a crowd of 4,327 at Millett Hall.With the win, the RedHawks avenged its last loss, which came at the hands of the Bulls in Buffalo back on Jan.

Celebrating women's sports

To mark the 19th annual National Girls and Women in Sports Day on Wednesday, UB is sponsoring a weeklong series of activities including theatrical performances, NCAA basketball games, a panel discussion, and a youth sports clinic.This year's theme, "More Than a Game," recognizes the importance of sports in areas besides the playing fields, event organizers said.The celebration kicks off Monday at 5 p.m.

Examining the value of online degrees

With today's advances in technology, and an increase in the number of high school students choosing to continue on to accredited colleges and universities, alternative means of getting a college education are showing up all over the Internet.There are hundreds of degree programs, ranging from computer science to fashion design, which can be completed online.According to the Web site "Online School Guide for Online Schools & Campus Programs," there are over 55 master's degree programs that can be attained solely through online courses.Even with the abundance of online degree programs, and the comparable requirements, many employers, graduate schools, and students doubt that a degree earned online will hold as much weight as one earned at a brick and mortar school."I don't think an online degree is the answer," said John Wichman, president of Creative Concepts of WNY Inc., a media production business.

New crop of signees join football team

After going 2-9, any team needs a little time to lick its wounds before beginning to prepare for the next season.