Archive for February, 2003
Spring break is just around the corner, and many students are looking forward to soaking up the sun at exotic locations. One group of students, however, has a different idea of how to use the two academics-free weeks.
About 50 University of Maine students plan to volunteer their time and efforts to various causes through the Alternative Spring Break program.
The University of Maine men’s basketball team took a break from its hectic America East schedule to host a nonconference opponent at Alfond Arena Tuesday night. Call it a confidence booster.
Five Black Bears scored in double figures, led by senior forward Clayton Brown’s 25 points, as UMaine rolled over the University of Indiana-Purdue Fort Wayne 92-67 and pushed its record to 14-14 this season.
Why do Maine residents leave the state after graduation?
A University of Maine professor and a committee organized by President Peter S. Hoff are attempting to answer that question in separate studies this semester.
“I think it’s the single most important economic issue in this state,” Philip Trostel, a professor in the department of economics, said.
University of Maine students and alumni can rest assured that Pat’s Pizza has no plans for changing their pizza or their famous restaurant following the death of founder Pat Farnsworth, Feb. 13, at the age of 93.
“Everything is going to stay absolutely the same, and his sweater will be there and his keys will still be there that he used for the past 70-something years.
I have realized by now that sometimes the best lessons you learn in life really occur outside of the classroom. It’s something I have always known. You may be able to figure out math problems and be able to understand Huck Finn, but dealing with the challenges you face outside class is what really prepares you for life.
*Conservative drivel
Brynn Lary has managed again to write another preposterous article. In her article “Who Controls the Media?” Lary tries and fails miserably to claim that the media are controlled by liberals. I’m not really sure, because the article had no focus.
It’s quite apparent that President George W. Bush is not a pacifist. America has deployed thousands of troops that are now quietly waiting in the Middle East to “do their thing.”
I’m left wondering what the holdup is. What is Bush waiting for, divine intervention to tell him his approval ratings will skyrocket if he acts on a certain day? I’m tired of hearing about Resolution 1441 and its demands.
This month, Rep. Barney Frank (D-Mass.) will introduce an important bill to Congress. At stake is an Amendment to the Higher Education Act that makes it possible for the U.S. government to delay or completely deny student financial aid on the basis of a drug conviction.
* A new constitution for the Bumstock committee was presented to the members. It included new provisions for officers and a new organizational structure. New bylaws allow for a whole year, rather than a semester, for planning, as well as deadlines and opportunities for delegation of power.
With talk of budget cuts that may eliminate the high school altogether, students at Schenk High School face a dilemma. Should they save their money and help their parents, most of whom are mill workers recently laid-off, or attend a once-in-a-lifetime event at their high school? Luckily, KidsPeace stepped in with an answer.
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