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A concert for a cause at Water Street
Rarely do you see a musical event that has substance to it. This particular subject does. A local band by the name Manaia were getting on their feet and writing tunes together for a few years. Aaron Christiano -- vocals and guitar -- and Joe Christoff -- bass -- were the primary members of the […]
Breaking out of Rochester
If you haven't made plans for spring break yet, it's not too late. While it might be a little late to try to plan an extravagant trip to the Caribbean -- unless you're feeling exceptionally adventurous -- there are some closer destinations that would still give you a chance to forget the stress of midterms […]
Sex and the CT
I have this problem. Every time I have casual sex, I am easily stimulated, yet easily distracted. I tend to start thinking about homework or other people during an encounter. Meanwhile, my partner is left trying to attain an orgasm without me. What do you think is wrong with me, and do you have any […]
Get into a spring mood with fruit
Even though there's still snow on the ground, March is officially here and spring is about to start. Help yourself jump into spring with a fruity recipe that will remind you of the desserts at summer barbeques. It only takes a few minutes to make this "Spring Fruit Tart," and once you're done, spring will […]
Horoscope
Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20) -- You've been going crazy lately making plans for your future. Good job at taking initiative and keep it up, there are good things in store for you.Aries (March 21-April 19) -- Spring break is here so find something fun to do and do it. Remember, there's no better time than […]
The 'useful idiots' of Western New York
On Feb. 15, over 20 UR students participated in a New York City anti-war rally. The Campus Times later reported that the Act Now to Stop War and End Racism coalition is calling for an "emergency convergence on the White House" on March 15. As UR students board buses to Washington, they can look forward […]
Lacking necessities
Last Thursday morning I realized I was afflicted with a problem routinely faced by women the world over. Being a commuter, I was far from home and would have to make do with the resources available on campus. I was confident though. Cocky, even. I had a solid half hour before my next class and, […]
Michael Jackson — hero of a sick American nation
Stranded in New York under 26 inches of snow two weeks ago, I was left sitting at home in front of a TV that offered little other than its deluge of Jackson specials. So, being lazy, I watched. And I was intrigued. It occurred to me that the self-proclaimed king of pop is the personification […]
Racy issues
There is never a perfect solution for an imperfect situation. Given the racial inequities that exist today, finding a fair way to improve diversity on college campuses can be problematic. That doesn't mean, however, that there is nothing we can do. We should all have the goal of creating a society where nobody's race is […]
Special interest housing offers variety of benefits
The Special Interest Housing Council was formed in 2001 to meet the concerns special interest housing groups had about what freshmen housing meant for their floors and houses. It consists of representatives from all eight non-Greek special interest houses. The Council's primary goal is to help the houses network, pool resources and share ideas to […]