As the result of the Student Association presidential election was announced Wednesday night, we finally saw manifest what we had been waiting to happen for some time now - for the student body to make an informed decision. With 1,087 votes, Sam McMahon was declared SA president.
Editor's Note: This column is part of two point-counterpoint dueling columns published in the Oct. 8 edition of The Spectrum.
Editor's Note: This column is part of two point-counterpoint dueling columns published in the Oct. 8 edition of The Spectrum.
To say that I know what's best in Buffalo would be a lie. I've only been here as an international student for just over a year. But I do know where to have an unforgettable night: VIP Karaoke. Regular customers affectionately call it "VIP." It is a karaoke bar and restaurant located along Maple Road.
Ways you may know you are in Buffalo: a smell of moist air; exquisite architectural design; unique cultural offerings; distinctive delicacies involving unbreaded chicken covered in a vinegar-based cayenne pepper hot sauce; overcast skies during the winter and clear skies during the summer, in which clouds seem strikingly close to you. Many students at UB are well acquainted with the many particularities of the City of Good Neighbors - but those tend to be the students from around Buffalo.
I closed my eyes tight and awaited the pain. I clutched my friend's fingers in a death grip. Breathe in.
It would be a complete and utter failure for the student body to not elect Sam McMahon as the Student Association president. In a special election brought forth by yet another scandal, this decision is vitally important.
Last Saturday, I was one of just two Spectrum sports writers to predict the Bulls would defeat UConn.
It's four games into the season, and we still don't know a lot about the football team. The Bulls' 2-2 record is what many considered to be a best-case scenario, and a few unexpected players have emerged as key contributors as the team enters conference play. After the first four games of the season, let's hand out some premature awards. It's easy to pick out the star player on each side of the ball - senior wide receiver Alex Neutz on offense and senior linebacker Khalil Mack on defense - but let's take a look at some early surprises. Breakout offensive player: freshman tight end Mason Schreck During the summer, head coach Jeff Quinn refused to acknowledge that Schreck would have a major role in the offense.
Next week, the Student Association is holding an election in search of its new president. The president has arguably the most power in SA, so some might think there is a lot of pressure on the six candidates seeking the position to have a successful year. But is there really? It's no secret SA has been marred with controversy over the past five years or so.
Last week, Carl Paladino was at it again. He attempted to assemble a coalition of fellow Buffalo Board of Education members to remove Pamela Brown as superintendent.
We disagree with Elad Eliahu's assertion that the Student Association cheated him. Last week, Eliahu ran as an independent candidate for one of the six on-campus SA senator positions.
We disagree with Elad Eliahu's assertion that the Student Association cheated him. Last week, Eliahu ran as an independent candidate for one of the six on-campus SA senator positions.
Hillary Clinton's story is not new by any means. She has been on the world stage for over 20 years now, and since 1992, has constantly held an exalted position of prominence.
When the clock struck midnight on Oct. 1, what was inevitable transpired: We entered a federal government shutdown. We now face intensified uncertainty and risk grave economic consequences.
Editor's note: This article is satirical and is not meant to be taken literally. 'Carson' is a pen name. Dear Carson, I used to think I was every girl's dream catch.
On Friday, leaders from Marshall Islands traveled to the United Nations to make a plea for action on climate change. They know something about climate change.
If you think you can rock it, you probably can. I put together the most bizarre combinations of clothing and, somehow, it works.
It is virtually a given that part of the thrill some students derive from the college partying scene is a sense of danger.
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