ERIN CRABTREE

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A little bit of love in a box

While most students are happy to receive anything in the mail, not all care packages are created equal.

Meloy holds his own alone

Miracle Diets Can't Replace Healthy Diet and Exercise

Pulling up your favorite jeans for a Friday night out and discovering they don't fit is a big motivator for students to start shedding pounds.

Pro-life at UB: A different take on abortion

Today, only eight percent of college campuses have pro-life focus groups, according to Elizabeth Paoletti, senior engineering major and president of UB Students for Life.

A little bit about: John Martin

Trading in a suit and tie for a loose-fitting T-shirt and backwards cap, Student Association Treasurer John Martin gives off an air of approachableness, which he says is one key change from last year's SA."Our e-board is more accessible, that's different from last year," Martin said.When asked about how this year's SA will be different from last year's, Martin stayed tight-lipped and humble, mentioning a few changes he's made around the office.

Dalai Lama visit inspires Classical Tibetan classes

Tucked away in the basement of O'Brien Hall is UB's newest course in classical Tibetan. The new option for students looking to fulfill a language requirement is a great way to relive the Dalai Lama's historic speech at UB last fall."As a result of the Dalai Lama's visit, there has been a heightened interest in Tibetan and Buddhist cultures on campus and in the community," said Thomas Burkman, former director of the Asian Studies Program.

Rights of Passage

Orientation can either be fond memory or a dismal recollection. As a critical introduction to college living, freshman orientation allows students the opportunity to make friends and learn their way around the labyrinth of campus buildings."The tour of the academic spine was the most helpful," said Adrienne Whittemore, a freshman pharmacy major.

Frisbee league soaring in Buffalo

Imagine a gorgeous summer day with the clearest blue sky ever seen in Buffalo. Now imagine a lone Frisbee zooming across the sky, being chased after by group of high-spirited college students.

Students honor professors for extraordinary service

Great actors win Oscars. Great teachers win the Milton Plesur Award. On April 11, five faculty members - nominated by the students they inspired - gathered in the flag room to accept their due honors.

Mr. Earth Day to speak at UB

Mr. Earth Day is trying to save the planet, but he needs help. By taking a walk over to Slee Hall on Tuesday, April 10 at 7:30 p.m.