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Point/Counterpoint pt1

Tony Cox Columnist February 23, 2005

Faith-based groups do it betterSometimes people will go to extremes to protect a good idea, but in doing so, they lose focus as to what is really important in the long run.This is certainly the case with...

Artist paints a clear picture of career

Jennifer Zemanek February 23, 2005

“What do you accomplish if nothing is ever expected of you?”Pamela Fraser addressed the crowd last night during her lecture in the Art Building. Fraser, who earned her master’s degree from the University...

Not so gently down the stream

Tanika Snyder February 23, 2005

Center teaches kayaking basicsValerie Hugebeck and Sue Dahl practice rolling their kayaks in the rec center lap pool.Credit: Andrew popikEver heard of a spray skirt?You would if you kayak or if you’ve...

Liquid Crystal Institute receives $100,000 for optical facility

yan Loew February 23, 2005

Researchers at the Liquid Crystal Institute have received a monetary boost from the state of Ohio, and the results can be expected to pop up in cell phone and laptop displays.State Rep. Kathleen Chandler...

Sewing up the cultural divide

Emily Rasinski February 23, 2005

Two students study fashion, culture in U.S.Ka Ki Li and Candy Chan are studying fashion at Kent State through an exchange program with their home university, the Hong Kong Polytechnic University.Credit:...

Real World Philly cast members talk sex, alcohol

Theresa Edwards February 23, 2005

Karamo and Sarah from the Real World Philadelphia give a thumbs up toward diversity at the Auditorium last night. With a crowd of more than 200, the cast members talked about racism, sexuality and drinking.Credit:...

Crystals are for more than just decoration

Rachel Abbey February 23, 2005

Liquid crystals have everyday purposesMany objects around campus use liquid crystal technology. Currently parking meters use a twisted nematic liquid crystal display.Credit: Andrew popikDoug Bryant, manager...

Internet pharmacies: Convenience vs. safety

Lorain E. Ogden February 23, 2005

Consumers weigh convenience, safety when shopping for medications onlineSpam e-mails flooding in boxes show the ease of online pharmacies but skip the downsides of ordering drugs from who-knows-where over...

Partying on the defense

Sara Macho February 23, 2005

Female students share the ways they protect themselves against sexual assaultWomen are subjected to many unwanted advances during parties, and many include the use of "date-rape" drugs used to make a victim...

Flu bug arrives late at Kent State

Kim Thompson February 23, 2005

People around the country have been bracing for a winter filled with sickness because of this year’s shortage of influenza vaccinations.But until recently, Ohio had hardly seen any influenza activity.The...

Point/Counterpoint pt2

Erin Roof Columnist February 23, 2005

Catholic Church hates condomsAbout 25 million people in Sub-Saharan Africa are living with HIV/AIDS, according to www.avert.org. But if the Bush administration has its way, there are going to be a lot...

Our View

Editorial Board February 23, 2005

Rail service should not be ignoredAmtrak is facing another round of budget cuts, potentially forcing the beleaguered rail service into bankruptcy. Budget bolstering, not cuts, is required to put the service...

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