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Better Than Stick Figures: 10.29.03

World Civilizations ... on Video?!

Okay, I'll admit it. I've cut a few corners while studying. Rather than reading Shakespeare's Hamlet, I viewed the Mel Gibson's version.

Byrned to a Crisp

I love this time of the year. The NFL is in full swing, and my beloved NBA is just tipping off, with Blazers blazing and Lakers bickering.Life is good!And then there is Halloween in two days.

Freedom of Speech or Invasion of Privacy and Harassment?

I am writing in response to George Zornick's column "Tyranny of the Majority" in the Oct. 27 issue of The Spectrum.

Bulls Fan Ticketed for Actions at Game

Bulls fan Jonathan Amitrano was issued a ticket Monday for disorderly conduct at Saturday's football game against Ohio, raising questions about the distinction between acceptable school spirit and unsafe behavior.

ALL SHOOCK UP

When I was an Orientation Aide, we had a skit in which a guy referred to an offensive incident as "gay," a common statement of negativity.

Upcoming Games

BuffaloW. SoccerWednesday: at Cornell, 5 p.m.VolleyballWednesday: vs. Akron, 7 p.m.Local Pro TeamsBuffalo SabresThursday: vs.

The Sharpest Point: Cream of the NFL Coaching Crop

Disagree or agree with this week

"A Treat, But Certainly Not a Trick: ulu at Broadway Joe's"

A revamped lineup, a highly acclaimed new album, half a decade of incessant touring and an explosive new sound: this is the ever-changing life of New York City groove masters, ulu.

"Michael Hall Isn't Enough, Students Say"

While a majority of the illnesses suffered by college students are not life-threatening and will not result in a trip to the emergency room, a host of aches, pains and sniffles will leave most students feeling less than their best at some point during the school year.For UB students who do not wish to go off-campus, the only place to seek medical attention is at UB's health service center, Michael Hall, located on South campus.According to students who live on North campus, being forced to travel between campuses in times of illness is more than an inconvenience.

NBA Preview (Part II of II)

"You're the best around, no one's gonna ever take you down," may have been a song applied to "The Karate Kid," but it is certainly applicable to the NBA's Western Conference as well.The only sure thing about the NBA this season is that the champion will come out of the West.

Train of Thought: 10.29.03

'There's Nothing Wrong That Wasn't Wrong Before'

Dear Steven Paul "Elliott" Smith,When I was 16 years old and had just purchased my first guitar, my cousin Jim came over to teach me some basic chords.

Scoreboard

BuffaloNoneLocal Pro TeamsBuffalo SabresTuesday: Minnesota3 Buffalo1

Meet the Bulls

While finding "Waldo" in the Land of Waldos is nearly impossible, opposing offenses are having no trouble spotting the speedy Bulls' defensive back that is J.J.

UB Leads New York State in Wind Power

UB has been named "Environmentalist of the Year" by Environmental Advocates, the state affiliate of the National Wildlife Federation, for its increased investments in wind energy.

Sidelines

Buffalo SabresGoaltender Martin Biron was named the NHL Defensive Player of the Week for his 3-0 record and 1.92 Goals Against Average performance on the longest road trip in Sabres history.

Kentucky Wildcats Tear Through Bulls

Concluding their regular season with two shutout losses doesn't help the confidence of UB's men's soccer team, who will be going into the Mid-American Conference tournament with a 1-11-3 record (0-6-0 MAC).The Bulls lost a game 2-0 at the University of Kentucky (11-4-0, 5-0-0 MAC) on Friday, as the Wildcats put their undefeated MAC record on the line and came up big on Senior Night.Kentucky controlled the ball most of the first half and they scored on their first shot when Riley O'Neill found the net after a pass between two UB defenders put the forward in prime scoring position.

Editorial Cartoon 10.29.03

SA Hunts for Design for Life-Size Buffalo

What's five feet tall, weighs 100 pounds, is made of fiberglass and will soon be roaming the UB campus?