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Educating Women on Disease Prevention

The effects of habits formed and sustained through life are the current focus of the activities of the Women's Health Initiative, a little known sector of the Department of Social and Preventative Medicine.The initiative was established by the National Institute of Health in 1991 to focus on preventive health "and impaired quality of life in postmenopausal women," according to the Initiative's Web site, and is a "15-year, multi-million-dollar endeavor, and one of the largest U.S.

Women's Soccer Update

Squaring off with conference opponents is never thought of as something that is "easy." Especially when it's on the road and against the two of the top teams in the MAC.UB's women's soccer team was lumped twice this past weekend as they chalked up two road losses to conference opponents.

Editorial Cartoon

Tax Incentives to Save Western New York

On Monday, State Comptroller and Democratic gubernatorial nominee H. Carl McCall spoke at Buffalo State College, primarily about creating jobs and keeping college graduates from leaving Western New York.

Movie Review:The Tuxedo

**1/2 Stars out of 5The audience is hysterical. Jackie Chan is trying to figure out how to persuade a girl to go on a date with him.

The Least Fun You'll Ever Have With Naked Spaces

One would expect that a show in conjunction with UB's Gender Week would be relevant to the subject of gender.

Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde

Competitive and fiery or laid back and easy going. Most people cannot be both, but that's how UB men's soccer Captain Mike Peplinski sees himself, proving that there are definitely two sides to this senior midfielder.

Capaldi Proposes Increasing Research Opportunities for Undergraduates

Undergraduates, non-majors and even high school students will soon have the opportunity to participate in more research projects at UB, if a program proposed by Provost Elizabeth Capaldi takes effect.Under the new proposal, every student will be allowed to register for research opportunities, regardless of major, as a course, independent study or work-study program.The provost cited other universities, such as the University of Berkley, University of California Los Angeles, and the University of Michigan, which have implemented these programs."This is done at some of the finest research institutions," said Capaldi.According to Capaldi, student involvement in the projects is usually limited to graduate students and members of the department conducting the research.

Gang Shootings Erupt on South Campus

Gunshots were exchanged on South Campus on Saturday after a chase involving two cars spilled into the Main-Bailey Lot and left one suspect wounded, according to John Grela, director of University Police.Buffalo police believe the violence was an act of gang-retaliation for an incident that occurred in the city and that the shootings had nothing to do with the university, said Grela."This all took place as a result of an incident off-campus on Bailey Ave., between a group of people, and it spilled over onto the campus," he said.

The College-Aged Demographic Underrepresented in Politics

\tOn Nov. 5, U.S. citizens will have the opportunity to exercise their democratic right to vote by going to their respective polling places and voting for the candidate they feel is best suited for the job.

Resignation Contemplation: Is It Worth It?

Students in danger of failing a class that is not as easy, fun, or even as tolerable as they first expected it to be need not despair after the drop/add deadline has passed.

"EcoFest to Celebrate Conservation, Preservation"

Whether you consider yourself an environmentalist or are far from it, there will be something for everyone at Ecofest, taking place this week and sponsored by the Environmental Task Force.The first annual Ecofest will begin on Tuesday, Oct.

Sidelines

Men's SoccerThe Bulls were shut out in a 3-0 loss at Bowling Green Sunday. Despite allowing three goals, Buffalo goalkeeper Brain Wozniak recorded a season-high seven saves - moving him to sixth all-time in career saves at UB.

Bulls Report Card

Running GameMuch better in the second half than in the first half, but it was only because the passing game was absolutely tearing the Bobcats apart.

Teaching Creationism in Public Schools

In Cobb County, Ga., according to a Sept. 27 CNN.com article, the Board of Education instituted a policy that ostensibly adds creationism to the current curriculum.

Seeking UB Real Men

UB Real Men, an all-male anti-sexual violence activist group, is looking for men in the UB community to join their organization.Founded in 1996, the UB Real Men was created to give awards to men who are active in the fight against sexual violence.

Up Close and Personal:

Assistant Professor of English David Schmid began his teaching career at UB, when in 1994, both he and his wife obtained positions in the English department.Described as "congenial and kind" by colleagues like Patricia Darstein, a receptionist in the main English office, Schmid said the students are what he loves most about UB.

The Price Of Love

"A fool and his money are my favorite date," -Anonymous.Very few people will openly admit to being materialistic, especially women looking for love.

Bulls Box Score

Ohio 34, Buffalo 32Score By Quarters1234FinalBuffalo03131632Ohio1477634First QuarterOhio - Brinker 19 run (Kerr kick), 12:14Ohio - Owens 20 run (Kerr kick), 7:52Second QuarterBuf - FG Pelz 22, 14:51Ohio - Jackson 1 run (Kerr kick), 0:11Third QuarterBuf - Guzman 6 pass from Secky (Pelz kick failed), 9:44 Ohio - Jackson 1 run, (Kerr kick), 5:01 Buf - Leeper 6 run (Pelz kick), 2:41Fourth QuarterOhio - FG Kerr 39, 14:55 Buf - Forde 4 pass from Secky (pass failed), 10:35 Buf - Forde 60 pass from Forde (Pelz kick), 6:32 Buf - FG Pelz 29, 4:39 Ohio - FG Kerr 37, 0:10 A-12,512

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