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Correction

In the Jan. 21 issue, Mikhail Baryshnikov's last name was misspelled in the "Setting Sail with Mikhail" CFA Dance Preview.

"Low-Carbs, High-Protein Equals Unhealthy, Some Physicians Say"

The ever-evolving world of body and beauty consciousness has produced many fads and fables about how to achieve and maintain the perfect physique.

Braving the Elements

Imagine receiving course credit for being in a rock band. Such is the case for Zero Element. The self-described "rock/funk/jazz fusion group" formed in late August 2003 as part of the Music Department's Jazz Ensemble Combo class.

The NHL Rundown

Hockey never seems to get any love, even in a city such as Buffalo, which only has two major sports teams.

Sherlip Works to Boost Assembly

Not content with living in the shadow of the Student Association Senate, Adam Sherlip, speaker of the SA Assembly, says he is doing everything in his power to boost the responsibility and relevance of the SA Assembly in his second semester as speaker."I think I've made more out of it than any Assembly speaker has," said Sherlip, a sophomore management major.

Scoreboard

BuffaloM. BasketballSunday: Buffalo85 Northern Illinois73W. BasketballSaturday: Ball State73Buffalo49W.

Recital Shares Greenberg's Faculty

Contemporary British piano composers are not at the forefront of most students' minds, but Music Department faculty member Jacob Greenberg proved Saturday that these composers can fill more than a few seats.Greenberg, who has performed as a piano soloist throughout the country and extensively in the Netherlands, presented a program of some of England's most promising contemporary composers in a recital at Slee Hall Saturday night.The program, which consisted of the recent work of composers Thomas Ades, George Benjamin and Harrison Birtwistle, was not a complete survey of contemporary British work, rather a sampling of Greenberg's favorite pieces.In 1998 Greenberg gave the U.S.

Second to One

In last year's New York State Collegiate Championships, the Buffalo Bulls were second to none as they edged out Army for the win.This time they were second to one.

Sidelines

Women's SwimmingThe UB Bulls women's swimming and diving team suffered a heartbreaking defeat Saturday against the Akron Zips in Ocasek Natatorium by a score of 152.5 to 147.5.Buffalo had the lead heading into the final event - the 400-yard freestyle relay - and would take the victory with a win in the event.

Cold Play

Prior to Saturday's game against the Ball State Cardinals, the UB women's basketball team was on fire for the first time this season, winning three of their previous four games.The flame was burning, and the Bulls finally looked hot.

International Influence Ignites Architecture Program

Windows paned with horizontal red stripes of uneven lengths, made to resemble a time-elapsed photo of brake lights on a highway, help visitors comprehend the blending of architectural edifice and natural surroundings at the latest exhibit in UB's Dyett Gallery.The gallery, located in Hayes Hall on South Campus, has welcomed the work of internationally renowned architect Gilles Saucier as part of the School of Architecture and Planning's 2004 lecture and exhibition series.Saucier is scheduled to discuss his work Wednesday at 5:30 p.m.

Better Than Stick Figures 1.26.04

"In Politics, Expect the Unexpected"

America is a vast nation with a diverse people, but some things about us are generally true -- we like our beer cold, our cars big and our presidents presidential.Before most of us judge a candidate on the issues, we ask more fundamental questions, such as "Does he or she look like a president?" or "Does he or she act like a president?"Take President George W.

Downtrodden DJ Cancels Show

For the second time in as many attempts, world-renowned DJ Junior Vasquez was a no-show for his Student Association-sponsored performance at Sphere Entertainment Complex in downtown Buffalo -- this time because of distraught emotions and a bruised ego, according to officials.SA President George Pape said there will not be a third attempt to bring the DJ to Buffalo."I take things in a very business-like manner, and certain things, like breaking a contract, are completely unacceptable," said Pape.

Upcoming Games

BuffaloW. BasketballMonday: at Northern Illinois, 8:05 p.m.Local Pro TeamsBuffalo SabresTuesday: vs.

"Pataki Proposes No Tuition Hike, But Other Cuts"

Gov. George E. Pataki unveiled his plan for education spending last week, and it continues his trend of not looking toward the future and hurting those in need of the most help.

New York State Looks to Gambling for Budget Help

The budget roulette wheel is spinning again, and Governor Pataki has his chips on gambling, hoping to generate $2 billion by selling franchise rights to eight companies so they can open up gambling halls throughout the state.

Three Out of Four Ain't Bad

Retaining her flawless 4-0 record against the Central Michigan Chippewas may have been on UB head coach Cheryl Dozier's mind on Wednesday night in Alumni Arena, but that thought was certainly not in the same stratosphere as her main objective: getting her maligned squad another Mid-American Conference victory.Luckily for Dozier, she was able to do just that as Buffalo pulled off a 57-52 defeat of CMU.The Bulls (4-10, 2-2 MAC) followed their rallying cry of "defense" throughout the entire game, and it showed.

Scoreboard

BuffaloW. BasketballWednesday: Buffalo57Central Michigan52W. SwimmingWednesday: Buffalo173Saint Bonaventure127M.

Upcoming Games

BuffaloM. BasketballSunday: at Northern Illinois, 3:05 p.m.W. BasketballSaturday: at Ball State, 2 p.m.WrestlingFriday-Saturday: at NYS Collegiate ChampionshipM.