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"Greiner Reflects on Retirement, SUNY Budget on 'Talk of the University'"

Monday night marked the first broadcast of UB President William R. Greiner's monthly WBFO 88.7 radio address, "Talk of the University," since he announced his retirement from the presidency in June and his return to teaching.Greiner was joined by his regular co-host, Dennis Black, vice president of Student Affairs, in a discussion that included Greiner's retirement, Governor George E.

"Student Association, Athletics Team Up for Halftime Show"

Students may have more to look forward to at next fall's football season than the hope of a win.At the Jan.

Availability of Emergency Contraceptives

At least 27 New York hospitals do not automatically offer emergency contraception to rape victims seeking treatment.

Decorations for the Body

Just when it seemed as though the body art explosion was calming down, the tattoo and piercing scenes have made a comeback - especially among students in Buffalo.Several of Buffalo's 32 tattoo parlors are located on the Elmwood strip, an area heavily populated with university students and other young people.Having a decorated "beach body" is a priority for many soon-to-be vacationing young people.

Getting Behind the Oval Office Desk

Political strategist and UB Professor James Campbell addressed the Political Science Student Association Monday, discussing his research on presidential campaigns as well as his role in the current Bush administration.Campbell serves on President George W.

Students Speak Out on Church Scandal

The Catholic Church has been under a moral microscope the past several months, after a number of clergymen were found to have engaged in sexual misconduct with minors their congregations.The effects of the scandal were far-reaching, leaving members of all denominations with an opinion on the matter.

Movie Review: Gods and Generals (****)

"I never thought I'd see the day a president would raise an army against his own country ... I will not lead it," says Robert E.

Bulls Look to Snap Huskies' Road Streak

When the Bulls face off against the Northern Illinois Huskies on Thursday night at 7 p.m., they will have a chance to do something they haven't done since Dec.

Student Association E-Board Rescinds Tuition 'Waiver'

The Student Association executive board recently announced its decision not to accept the tuition waiver voted to them by the SA Senate last year.

A Brief History of The Spectrum

Fifty-two years ago, a nameless publication without a reputation began reporting the events surrounding and within the university to the UB community.

It's 'Naked' Time!

Although Folie's "Naked By The River" is not a new play, it adds a new flavor of humor to Buffalo's stage this February.

Scoreboard

UBWrestlingTue:Buffalo33Slippery Rock9Local Pro TeamsBuffalo SabresTue:Buffalo1New Jersey4

Better Than Stick Figures: 2.5.03

"UB Professor Assesses Columbia Crash, Remembers Challenger"

Seventeen years ago, UB was coping with the loss of the space shuttle Challenger and the UB graduate that was aboard the spacecraft.

Sabres Sale Takes Turn for the Worse

Mark Hamister has run out of time, meaning that at the end of this season, the Sabres' time in Buffalo may run out as well.After receiving three extensions from the National Hockey League, Mark Hamister was supposed to officially purchase the Sabres on Monday.

Sidelines

NCAA Bracket BusterFour MAC men's basketball teams were chosen to participate in the inaugural made-for-TV event that is "Bracket Buster Saturday."The event will take place on Feb.

"Oh NFL, Let Me Count The Ways I Love Thee"

Bleak. Drab. Dreary. Lonely. Lifeless. Alone. Depressed. Desolate. Dull. Miserable. Bored. Unexcited.

Seven Reasons Why America is Better Than Canada

In the grand tradition of great countdowns like David Letterman's Top 10 and K-Rock's furious five at nine, I have devised my own compilation of reasons why America is simply better than Canada.

UB Pins Slippery Rock on Senior Night

Nothing ruins a senior night like losing.Fortunately for the UB seniors, the Bulls handled Slippery Rock easily en route to a 33-9 victory.

Correction

A caption in the Feb. 3 issue of The Spectrum with the story