During domestic violence awareness events this month, UB students will have many opportunities to take part in events aimed at celebrating those who break free of violence, mourning those who have died because of it, and helping those who strive to put an end to it."Domestic violence knows no economic, ethnic or social boundaries.
People of all ages gathered in the Student Union Monday night to receive a very different type of medicine through a lecture called "Healing the Spiritual Way."The lecture focused on the teachings of Bruno Groening, a German spiritualist who believed it was possible to cure any physical illness, including addiction, through the channeling of energy from God.
In his heyday, "Weird" Al Yankovic made fun of music he loved, sometimes making better music than the artists that he imitated.
The fate of several men's soccer players and possibly the team's season remains in question following a Sept.
It is entirely possible for a great sports movie to exist without said film being a good picture altogether.
The water at the head of the Ohio was calm as an overcast sky looked down on the UB women's crew team.
It's safe to say that had mewithoutYou vocalist Aaron Weiss been born earlier in time, his prose would be spoken of in the same breath with C.S.
Those who follow the UB tennis team might be surprised to know that two of the best players for the Bulls are from north of the border.Mike Rockman and Matt Kennedy don't have many things in common.
Perhaps the members of the all-female band The Organ sat down and watched an "I Love the 80s" marathon before recording their first full-length album, "Grab That Gun."The record is a walk down the well-trodden path of retro rock that lacks any new flavor.The quintet from Vancouver apparently thought that adding Ashley Webber, an organist, would make for an original sound and was even good enough for the name of their ensemble.
Every so often, Jay Leno takes to the streets and does a skit called "Jaywalking." He corners average Americans, then stands back and laughs as they struggle to answer even the simplest of questions.
Desperation was a powerful motivator Monday night. The Chiefs, winless in three games, clearly needed a victory more than the Ravens, who entered the weekend tied for first place in the AFC North.
Men's RugbyBuffalo's Mad Turtles defeated Cornell by a score of 15-5 and took possession of first place in Division I of the New York State Rugby Conference.Cornell applied a lot of pressure early in the match, and found itself as close as the five-meter line, but could not come away with any points, as Buffalo's back-line of defense was able to stop them.The Turtles were able to counter Cornell's considerable size advantage by keeping the ball in motion and not letting them set up, thus forcing them to cover the width of the field, and not just the length.
Late in the evening, when very few students are roaming the halls of the academic and athletic buildings, a select group of students can be found in the depths of Alumni Arena, jumping and yelling as if their lives depend upon it.On any given weeknight any number of the approximately 8,000 intramural sports registrants, playing any of the 12 intramural sports offered by the Department of Recreation and Intramural Services.Abe Robinson, senior psychology and communication major said he looks forward to his Thursday night basketball games."It gives students something to do away from class," he said.
More than one month into the semester and one week after the Fee Referendum vote, Student Association President Anthony Burgio and his administration have scored some major accomplishments, including a health center and uniform Sub-Board fee - but have also left some campaign promises unfulfilled."I ran on a platform that had some external points, huge events and free tickets," Burgio said.
"A lot of students are assuming they're already registered," said Nicole Stenhouse, a staff assistant in the University Libraries director's office.
Week four in the NFL was highlighted by exciting match-ups and victories by underdog teams.The day began in Houston, where the Texans improved to 2-1 against the AFC West by defeating the Oakland Raiders 30-17.
Many students are more than familiar with the unpleasant sight of a parking ticket on their windshield - with a shortage of spots and packed class schedules, parking tickets are often a fact of life at UB.
The Subway Veggie Delight sandwich is about as important to my diet as anything these days, so Sunday evening I headed over to the Commons to plop yet another $3.49 down on the sub I spent most of my summer enjoying in different parts of the country.The Sandwich Artist behind the counter asked me why I looked so tired and I told him I hadn't returned home from the Springsteen/R.E.M./Bright Eyes show in Cleveland until 5 a.m.
Being the lead singer for a band called the Asylum Street Spankers is an occupation that brings with it certain expectations.
President Anthony Burgio, Vice President Dela Yador and Treasurer Jessica Dangler have been successful on many prominent issues during their first four months in office.
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