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Blogs: Therapeutic and Entertaining

By CHRISTA YU | Feb. 9, 2004

For many individuals, journals are personal and private, and a mini-crisis would ensue if someone were to read these secret thoughts, however, thousands of people have broken with tradition and posted their journals online to be read at anyone's leisure.Online journals, also known as blogs, have put the stamp of the Internet age on journal writing - they are public as well as personal.Web sites like LiveJournal.com, Diaryland.com and Xanga.com offer mediums for individuals who are so inclined to post thoughts, opinions and responses to experiences for all to read.Daniel Grissom, a sophomore sociology major, said he has been using online journal services for six months.

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We Hope You Like Jammin' Too

By CHRISTA YU | Dec. 5, 2003

Students might have trouble finding a place to play music on campus due to noise level concerns. But music lovers who need to play music may find a way to satisfy their hunger on campus next semester by joining a newborn Student Association club - the Jam Club.According to Ryan McGowan, assistant to SA vice president and SA club liaison, Jam Club became a new temporary SA club this semester."Jam Club is a special interest club," said McGowan.

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FSA Reveals How UB Avoids Food Contamination

By CHRISTA YU | Dec. 3, 2003

When the number of people infected with Hepatitis A from a restaurant in Pittsburgh climbed past 500, and resulted in three fatalities in mid-November, most people may have been inclined to give more than a few seconds of thought to the safety of their own food.UB students who eat on campus put their faith in the safety of the food provided under the supervision of the Faculty Student Association (FSA).According to the members of the FSA, this faith is well deserved."We follow very strict guidelines to ensure the food safety of the university community," said Cindy Youngers, assistant director of FSA Food and Vending services.Some students said although they were aware of the Pittsburgh food poisoning incident, they were not preoccupied with the fear that a similar contamination could occur at UB."UB food may not taste the best, but I don't think it will ever kill you," said Craig Kincaid, a junior industrial engineering major.

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When it's too Late for Abortion

By CHRISTA YU | Nov. 10, 2003

Students might think taking birth control will effectively prevent pregnancy, but there are always exceptions.

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Students Take Back the Night

By CHRISTA YU | Oct. 27, 2003

"One, two, three, four. We won't take it anymore. Five, six, seven, eight. Stop the violence, stop the hate.

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Learning About Life Through Workshops

By CHRISTA YU | Oct. 24, 2003

Adjusting to university life can be a challenge for new students, and even seasoned upper-classmen may sometimes find themselves overwhelmed by schoolwork or personal problems.

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Combined Martial Arts Club

By CHRISTA YU | Oct. 15, 2003

Students looking to get in shape that do not want to go to the gym may want to take advantage of the Combined Martial Arts Club (CMAC). The club, started in 1996, offers free martial arts lessons to UB students in various styles, such as Aikido and Tai Chi."We just want to promote martial arts to the community; we think this is a good way to exercise and stay healthy," said Mateo Prendergast, a senior computer engineering major and president of CMAC.

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Library Skills Workbook: Most Beneficial When Done Early

By CHRISTA YU | Oct. 10, 2003

A visit to an academic advisor or a glance at a DARS report will tell UB students that, in order to graduate, they must complete the Library Skills Workbook.

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"Fashion Show Will Not Be a Drag, Says LGBTA"

By CHRISTA YU | Oct. 3, 2003

Every year during the second week of October, the Student Union is filled with cheers, screams and men with cleavage.This is the annual drag show sponsored by the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender Alliance.