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Current State of University Admissions Requires That SAT I Be Revised, Not Abandoned

February 21, 2001 by Staff

University of California President Richard Atkinson recommended that the University drop the SAT I as a basis for admission.
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Column: A.S. Election Code Does Not Let Every Vote Count

February 21, 2001 by Vicky N. Leung

I want to warn you and A.S. that the current proposal to elect your student body officers makes the value of your vote close to nil.
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Column: Bidding Fond Farewell to a Recently Departed Friend

February 21, 2001 by Steven Ruszczycky

Dearly beloved, we have gathered here today to mourn the passing of our dear friend Napster, who was taken from us by the ruthless bastards who refuse to understand the true value of art.
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The Black Box: Carpe Diem

February 20, 2001 by Brendan Buhler

Today's bit of fancy-sounding wisdom is "Carpe diem," which means "seize the day" and is good advice for everyone except epileptics.
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Juvenile Justice: Court’s Decision Wisely Denies Lawyers Discretion to Try Youths as Adults (Staff Ed)

February 16, 2001 by Staff Editorial

Prop 21 has been criticized for its far-reaching powers, including a "wiretap" provision for suspected gang members - potentially breaching the 4th Amendment.The measure came under heavy fir...
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When TV Goes Bad: Reality Shows Push Outer Limits

February 16, 2001 by Steven Ruszczycky

As his last wish, Timothy McVeigh asked for his execution to be televised nationwide. The request was rejected, but you know there was some suit (read: Fox's Rupert Murdoch) in Hollywood drooling over...
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Alternative Energy Could Fix Our Current Crisis

February 16, 2001 by Ariana Katovich

In my opinion, the energy crisis lies within the fact that we, as Americans, are addicted to energy but refuse to take viable energy alternatives, such as solar, wind, hemp (gasp!), and methanol serio...
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Funding for Student Organizations Must Be Impartial

February 15, 2001 by Mel Fabi

The Supreme Court's decision in the Board of Regents of the University of Wisconsin System v. Southworth - that student money must be allocated regardless of a group's viewpoint - should not, and must...
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Problems in SAASB Only Tip of the Iceberg

February 15, 2001 by Staff

Pieces of ceiling will continue to drop on people's heads in Phelps. Elevators with expired permits will continue to stutter before they stop.
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Polite Gestures Misconstrued as Sexist

February 15, 2001 by Staff

I would just like to apologize to all the women I have opened doors for; I did not intend to offend them with such a sexist act.
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A Varied Perspective

February 14, 2001 by Staff

Ethnic- and gender-studies remain a vital part of this campus and remind us that we do not live a homogenous society.
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Black Box: A Valentine for Everyone

February 14, 2001 by Brendan Buhler

Valentine's Day isn't even a holiday; a holiday implies a day off. Work? Class? Both still here.
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‘Fight On’ for Free Music

February 14, 2001 by David Downs

I speak for 50 million when I say the music industry can suck my balls.
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Special! Napster Comic

February 14, 2001 by Staff

Our wacky artist's rendering of the Napster dilemma.
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County Supervisor Gail Marshall Endorses Isla Vista Housing Inspections

February 13, 2001 by Gail Marshall County Supervisor

As the county supervisor representing Isla Vista, I proposed a housing inspection program that would have required a mandatory inspection once every four or five years, focusing on basic building and ...
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