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Simpson's Benefits Remain Secret

Incoming President John Simpson will be paid an unknown amount in benefits from the UB Foundation in addition to his reported salary.

Impeding on Reading

When I was about 10 years old I started reading a full-text copy of "Huckleberry Finn." I finished every last page of it, too.It took me more than two years.Reading has always been an activity I've been proud to say I enjoyed.

Sidelines

Bulls FootballDallas Pelz has been named the MAC East Division Special Teams Player of the week for the second time in a row for his performance against the Toledo Rockets last Saturday.

The Sharpest Point: Playoff Time

It's playoff time at The Sharpest Point, and in this week's first round matchup we have Corey Griswold going head to head with John Norman.Norman and Griswold will once again have to answer the featured question, but judging their arguments will be a three-person panel (third judge if necessary) made up of sports editors from other Mid-American Conference school newspapers.Best of three wins this playoff game and will in turn advance to the finals to face the winner of Jim Byrne and Darren Riethmiller.Let the games begin.This Week's Question: Who is the most obnoxious personality in the pro sport world?John Norman: A few weeks ago the most obnoxious man in sports, Warren Sapp, said that the NFL was making him, and other players into "slaves" to make money for themselves, the "slave masters." Sapp then tried to clear up the previous comments by telling ESPN, "I said 'slave masters.' I didn't say I was a slave.

Simpson's Pay Package Tops SUNY Salaries

When he moves into the presidential suite on the fifth floor of Capen Hall in January, John B. Simpson will inherit the most lucrative pay package in the State University of New York system.According to state officials, Simpson's annual compensation - which includes a base salary, an Amherst mansion and benefits from the UB Foundation - totals $400,000.

Women's Soccer Bounced From Playoffs

Heading into Tuesday's Mid-American Conference playoff matchup against the Western Michigan Broncos (11-7-1, 8-4-0 MAC) the Bulls knew they were going to have a tough road ahead of them.

Students Preparing to Bid a Sad Farewell to Motel Rooms

When residence halls were forced to assign local motel rooms to incoming students this fall instead of the customary dormitories due to a shortage of on-campus living space, they anticipated some problems.

I'd Still Rather Walk than be on the Road with You

Last year when I published the column "I'd Rather Walk than Be on the Road with You, A Comprehensive Guide to Buffalo Drivers," I assumed it would get a few chuckles from the UB community, but the response has been overwhelming.

Train of Thought: 11.5.03

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Men's Soccer Playoff Preview

For the UB men's soccer team, it has been a trying season, as their one total win on the year can surely attest to that.As the Mid-American Conference playoffs commence on Friday however, everyone's chances are renewed as all records are reset to 0-0.Buffalo (1-11-3, 0-6 MAC) will be given a clean slate, but they must create a lot of scoring chances, meaning they will need to pepper Akron's goalkeeper Justin Christafaris with as many shots as possible.

Upcoming Games

BuffaloNoneLocal Pro TeamsBuffalo SabresWednesday: vs. Atlanta, 7 p.m.

Bulls Blown Up by Rockets

On a balmy night in Southwestern Ohio, the Buffalo Bulls finally found their offense.Unfortunately, the Toledo Rockets already had theirs.

Men's Swimming and Diving

With a packed natatorium on hand, the UB men's swimming and diving team came up short on Saturday afternoon against Miami (OH), falling in what was both their Mid-American Conference and home opener by a score of 135-107.

An Insipid 'New Universe'

Wilshire's "New Universe" is an unremarkable place filled with the mundane and mediocre. Wilshire is the kind of bland band that was made for every easy-rocking, easy listening, garden-variety, run-of-the-mill, standard radio station out there.

How Much Is That Glow Really Worth?

Judging from the tint of almost all the celebrity skin that goes on display during award shows and concerts, golden tans are the ultimate accessory.

World Civilization Teaching Concerns Will Be Addressed

The Opinion Page recently published a detailed critique of the classroom teaching in one of the lecture sections of World Civilizations ("World Civilizations... on Video?!" Oct.

Genre-Busting Soul

Genre-crossing R&B artist Meshell Ndegeocello helped to open the door for unique artists such as Erykah Badu and India Arie.

Upcoming Games

BuffaloW. SoccerTuesday: MAC Quarterfinals at Western MichiganW. TennisMonday: at Dartmouth Big Green InvitationalW.

Masquerade Madness at CFA

Patrons of the arts were decked out in full ghoul garb Saturday night as they celebrated the fifth annual Center for the Arts Masquerade Ball.