Issue Contents
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1 | News Brief: Rider recycling revolution Zidon--Rachel Margaret (Student--2008) |
A recycling bin located in each room in Rider Hall has resulted in a 120.5% increase in recycling in one semester. The Recycling and Reuse Technology Transfer Center hopes to expand the project to other dorms in the future. |
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2 | Students struggle with graduation decision Zidon--Rachel Margaret (Student--2008) |
The choice for students nearing graduation is to attend graduate school or try to enter the employment arena. Their choice is more difficult because of the high unemployment rate and a depressed economy; photo. |
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3 | United Faculty accepts $520,000 in pay cuts in exchange for no layoffs Anderson--John David (Student--2008) |
There will be no layoffs of faculty in this fiscal year, thanks to an agreement between the Board of Regents and United Faculty. Salaries will be adjusted downward; much like a progressive tax. |
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4 | News Brief: Financial Aid encourages students to file FAFSA early Zidon--Rachel Margaret (Student--2008) |
Tim Bakula said that as the economy has worsened, applications for FAFSA have increased. This may result in some types of federal aid running out of funds. |
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5 | Get busy or die French--Larissa A. (Student--2007) |
Students urged to take advantage of the health facilities on campus. At least add extra movement in your life; whether it be walking, standing, or light exercise. Movement is one of the keys to better health. |
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6 | Priorities of our representatives Boeckmann--Trevor Paul (Student--2007) |
Education and the economy should be foremost on the minds of the General Assembly. However, concerns about the lack of "so help me God" in the swearing in ceremony and gay marriage seem to be more important in the minds of some. |
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7 | Worth the risk? The health dangers of getting inked McPheron--Kristen Jenna (Student--2009) |
Tattoos are permanent expressions of a connection important to the person. There are dangers involved with the process: allergic reactions, restriction on receiving an MRI, and being unable to donate blood. |
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8 | New Year's resolutions full up the WRC Jensen--Brice Tyler (Student--2009) |
Daily use of the WRC has increased from 1800 per day to 2200 per day since students returned from Christmas break. The WRC is the kind of place that other universities wish to build. |
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9 | ProBoard hosts Snow Games Aunspach--Chase Steven (Student--2009) |
Sledding, snowball fights, and a relay will highlight the activities of the Snow Games. The games will be held in front of Bender Hall. Hot chocolate and cookies will be available. |
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10 | UNI's Lifelong University program offers new non-credit courses Aunspach--Chase Steven (Student--2009) |
Four courses will be offered this winter and spring targeting older citizens and retirees. The Lifelong University served one hundred eighty-five during the fall semester, with eighty-five in a class examining Buddhism. |
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11 | Living the dream Heiple--Jonathon David (Student--2008) |
Trades among NBA teams discussed. |
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12 | Panthers commence 2010 indoor track season Walters--Casey Beaudean (Student--2008) |
Panther Open meet provides first chance for athletes to perform against other competition. Both men's and women's teams will compete in the Jack Johnson Classic in Minneapolis; photo. |
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13 | Shockers outplay newly-ranked Panthers Getting--Timothy Willis (Student--2009) |
Wichita State defeated the men's basketball team, 60-51; ended UNI's fifteen game winning streak. |
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14 | Women's basketball looks for momentum Eilers--Bradley David (Student--2008) |
After starting the season 0-4, the women's basketball team has improved their record to 6-10. Continued improvement is the goal for Coach Warren's team. |