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We want da funk
In 1989, rock superstars U2 played Dandelion Day. Many people respond to this with shock or disbelief. For some reason, they find it hard to believe a band as big as U2 would play this school.We think that change is possible. In line with administration's suggestion that student groups band together, we should make an […]
Ballet performs this weekend
UR Ballet Performance Group will be putting on their spring performance this Sunday night in Upper Strong Auditorium at 7 p.m. The group will perform thirteen student choreographed songs and five classical choreographed songs by Rochester native Pamela Wilkins-White.If you decide to attend the show on Sunday night do not expect your typical ballet. "We […]
Dance Dance not as simple as it looks
All right, so we've all had those summer jobs we're not proud of, or, in my case, that Mom still won't admit I ever had.Family Friend - "Neil at work right now?"Mom - "No, he's dead."Such was the situation when I spent the summer after freshman year woefully employed as a Professional Mall Arcade Technical […]
Fry machine a symbol of waste
For almost a month now, it has been physically impossible to enter or exit Rush Rhees library without being olfactorily assaulted. Sometimes the smell even wafts upstairs to the Periodical Reading Room. I'm sure you know what I'm referring to - yes, those beastly machines of grease and glutton that now line UR's signature tunnels.As […]
Anti-war is not just a 'revolution for the hell of it'
Since it became apparent last fall that the administration was resigned to fight a pre-emptive war in Iraq, anti-war sentiment has ballooned in this country and around the world. One of the most unfortunate side effects of this has been the dreadfully off-point comparisons between the modern movement and the "movement" of the mid-to-late '60s […]
Abortion a decision for each individual
I recently attended a meeting on campus which dealt with the issue of abortion. It consisted of four panelists - a physician, a philosopher, a feminist and an activist. They each gave their own views of abortion, ranging from pro-life to pro-choice. Each had their own political and philosophical views pertaining to their beliefs and […]
Ride the revolution
With the arrival of the Dance Dance Revolution machine to UR came a revitalized interest in the arcade area of Wilson Commons, an area which previously remained empty on an almost continual basis. Students are now spending time in the arcade even when not on the machine, and administrators should take advantage of this prime […]
Letters to the Editor
Democracy at homeI protest the war. I support our troops. These two statements are not mutually exclusive, yet this has been lost in the heat of the debate between pro-war and anti-war parties. When protesters decry the loss of life in this war on Iraq, one should never forget that this includes American lives as […]
Caldwell humors, teaches life lessons
If you're looking for some pretty common sense advice about doing what will make you happy in life, "Burning the Map" by Laura Caldwell is the perfect novel to pick up.Targeted at upperclassmen and recent college graduates, "Burning the Map" tells the story of Casey, a recent stressed-out law school graduate who has a flawless […]
Meatless tacos nutritious, good
There are a lot of great classic recipes that can be altered to accommodate vegetarian dietary needs. One great example is tacos. This recipe is pretty quick and easy to make, it's actually probably easier than making regular beef tacos.For the recipe you'll need:* one package of silken firm tofu* one packet of taco seasoning […]