The political tug of war continues between the Republicans and Democrats with the latest blow being to the Republicans. Tom Delay (R- TX), Senate Majority leader, has just recently been indicted by the Texas supreme court. He is charged with illegally conspiring to use corporate donations to support Texas GOP […]
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Secure the Border at What Coast?
Illegal immigration is an issue on the mind of everyone from the global economist to the restaurant dishwasher. Should illegal immigrants be allowed to work in the U.S? While many feel that the U.S should have more control on the border, many have asked themselves, “How can I let my […]
New World Superpower?
Though some find it difficult to believe, specialists say that China will eventually surpass the United States as the world’s largest superpower.Currently, with a population of over one billion people, this rising superpower has demonstrated an outstanding economic growth rate in this past decade that far surpassed the historic growth […]
The Purple & White Game
The annual Purple & White game was capped off this week and really gave a feel for what the Purple Knights have to offer for the upcoming season. With the core of the team coming back, and aspirations of a very talented recruiting class, Bridgeport should be a force to […]
John Roberts Confirmed
On September 29, 2005 the Senate of the United States confirmed its 17th Supreme Court Justice, John G. Robert Jr. He was nominated by President Bush on July 19, 2005 in order to fill the expected vacancy left by the retirement of Associate Justice Sandra Day’ O’Conner. After the untimely […]
UB Volunteers
On October 22, 2005 from 1 to 6 pm, Service for Peace sponsored Make-A-Difference Day. Volunteers from Black Student Alliance and CARP joined the effort. The project involved working with residents of the Ella T. Grasso Respite Center in Stratford, an institution for mentally challenged individuals. One project involved redecorating […]
Hopeful Start for Tae Kwon Do
Eleven students in UB’s Martial Arts Studies program of the International College entered the 2005 New York State Governor’s Cup Tae Kwon Do Championship Tournament on Sunday, October 15. With over 200 participants, they competed and took back a total of 9 gold, 4 silver, and 4 bronze medals in […]
Pitch Black
On Wednesday night at 9:47 pm, the power went out. This was the second blackout this semester and the longer of the two. The first occurred Sunday night, and lasted a few hours (it was caused by a squirrel) affecting only a handful of buildings. The second occurred the night […]
UB Volleyball: Playoff Bound
On October 20, in a must-win situation, The University of Bridgeport Women’s Volleyball team squared off against second ranked Queens College in a NYCAC battle. The Lady Knights came into this game having already clinched a berth in the NYCAC playoffs, but the mindset of this team is still, “NCAA […]
Turkey to Join the EU?
As of Monday, October 3rd, despite Austria’s stubborn resistance, an agreement, after two days of fierce discussions and an eleventh-hour deal was made to start negotiations on Turkey permanently becoming a part of the European Union. This is a big step forward in strengthening relations between the Islamic world and […]