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VISIONSNovember 30, 2009 Volume XI Issue VII
collegiatecadetsAmbitious students set out to succeed, balancing their lives between working in the military and in the university setting.
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editor in chief
managing editor
creative director
associate editor
copy editors
photo editors
jason lubniewski
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the Editors.
the Contributors.
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indian sa - pg. 5
letters from the vice president and treasurerthoughts from the editorclub juice: indian student association jock itch: kendocollege cookin’: stuffed chicken breastsnature talkscollegiate cadetshomemade holidaysmajor dilemmatunes, foods and reviewsgreat datesshits and giggles
fuddruckers - pg. 15
antoinette’s - pg. 20
VISIONS is the Student Association’s bi-weekly magazine, with a circulation of 3,500 per issue. Our office is located in Suite 350 Student Union on the Amherst Campus. Telephone: (716) 645 2950. Mailing address: VISIONS c/o Student Association, Suite 350 Student Union SUNY at Buffalo, Amherst, NY 14260. Questions or comments regarding this issue should be submitted in writing to the VISIONS
editor-in-chief via e-mail or through the designated mailbox in the SA office. VISIONS is printed by Dual Printing Inc. located at 340 Nagel Dr., New York 14225. Printing questions should be directed to Dual Printing at (716) 684 3825.
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Contents.
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letter from the Treasurer.
letter from the Vice President.Hey guys,
First off, I want to officially introduce myself to all of you. My name is Greg Robbins and I am the new Vice President of SA for the remainder of this year. I want to thank all of the students who came out and voted in the elections. I greatly appreciate those who supported me. I am ready to take on this position and fulfill my duties as the SA Vice President.
Seeing as this semester is coming to a close, I would like to familiarize you with some plans I have for the upcoming semester. In early January we are going to have Club Room Clean Out Day. Throughout this day the SA staff and volunteers will help the clubs organize and clean out their offices so they can utilize their space more efficiently.
Also, if you are a club and you need to rent something from Student Life, you can now sign it out with no charge to your budget. Hopefully this will help lighten the financial burden on clubs’ budgets. If you’re interested in renting from Student Life, feel free to come up to my office and ask me about it in more detail.
One last thing: make sure you purchase your Gala ticket at the Student Ticket Office before they sell out. Gala will be on Dec. 5 at the Convention Center in downtown Buffalo. Tickets are $30 and buses will be available to and from the event. Come up to the office at 350 SU to sign up for a bus. I hope to see you all there!
Greg Robbins, Vice PresidentUndergraduate Student Association
This semester has ended with a bang. I would like to congratulate newly elected SA President Ernesto Alvarado and welcome newly elected SA Vice President Greg Robbins to the SA E-Board. With all of the election commotion, SA was still able to pull off a successful Comedy Series with Gabriel Iglesias and help provide students with free tickets to the following night’s comedy show featuring Daniel Tosh. We are looking forward to Winter Gala and hopefully everyone has put down a deposit for Spring Break (if you haven’t, get on that)!
Through my position as Treasurer, I have been able to meet many students with amazing ideas but sometimes it seems hard for many of them to get their ideas off the ground. Throughout the semester I have been talking with a student about his idea for a start-up company. For several months we had similar
conversations where he’ll pitch me a really great idea and I’ll let him know what I think about it. It seemed that for someone with so many awesome ideas, this student would have started to pursue at least one and become successful in his endeavours. Unfortunately, it’s the contrary, like many people, he’s caught up in idea hunting.
He’s got the dream and the ambition but he’s stalling because he thinks his success is entirely dependent on the idea. My hopes are to dispel this myth, not only for aspiring entrepreneurs but for anyone pursuing a goal. Don’t get caught up brainstorming ideas — ideas are worth pennies! In anything you do, what matters is not your ability to brainstorm but your ability to execute your plans. Additionally, it is sometimes better to jump out of the airplane first and figure out how to build your parachute later.
For college students, necessity is the best way to innovate. Plus, if you do “screw up” now by l osing money, making a mistake or getting your heart broken, you shouldn’t lose sight of the fact that you have the rest of your life to live. These words of wisdom were shared with me by successful people I respect and I hope they’ll help you as they have helped me. So, go for it, whatever it may be that you desire.
All the best,Jordan Fried, TreasurerUndergraduate Student Association
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thoughts from the Editor.
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letter from the Treasurer.
This past summer the budget cuts began to affect the students before they really noticed. The English department saw the numbers dwindling and decided that the publications on campus would be their next source of income. They decided that the budget cuts would have to mean a cut in the classes for Visions, the Spectrum and Generation.
After many meetings with the other publications, I met with the Dean of the Arts and Sciences College to discuss the collective concerns of the publications. With an understanding of the cuts being made throughout the school, it was bothersome that the school would ask for part of our Student Manditory Fee to pay professors to advise each of the publications. Miraculously, 15 min-utes after our meeting there was money to fund all three publications. But yet again throughout this semester, we were questioned for money attributions to the English Department.
Why then, when journalism plays such a large part in the UB community, would the English Department decide to cut three very special Journalism Certificate classes? The fact that each student taking courses at UB pays tuition made this situation not make sense. Other students taking courses in different subjects did not and do not have to find a way to pay for their instructor.
People may point out that it is only a certificate program and not an actual major, but why is that? UB has the resources to have an affluent and distinguished Journalism Department. Many students have even taken up the opportunity to create a special major in journalism because the classes needed are available at UB and the publications help you prosper within this concentration of study.
The University at Buffalo has the largest collective newspaper and magazine circulation within the SUNY system, yet when demands for a journalism department are brought to the SUNY board they rely on students transferring to Buffalo State to pursue this degree.
If you ask me, it’s bullshit and I’m sick of being toyed with. Give us our classes and give us our major. We’ve earned it.
Anna OakesEditor in Chief
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Academic ClubsAlpha Epsilon Delta (Pre-health Honor
Society)AnthropologyAssociation for Computing MachineryBiologyCollege Student Interest Group in
Neurology (COSIGN)Communication Undergraduate SAEnvironmental NetworkExercise ScienceGeographyGeology ClubMinorities in Health Related ProfessionsMulti Cultural Nursing SAMinority Management AssociationNusing Student OrganizationPolitical Science AssociationPre-Dental ClubPre-Law SAPre-Med SAPre-Meds Without BordersStudent Affiliates of the American
Chemical Society (SAACS)Student Association of Speech and
Hearing (SASH)Student Visual Arts OrganizationUndergraduate Psychology Association
Engineering ClubsAmerican Institute of Aeronautics and
Astronautics (AIAA)American Institute of Chemical Engineers (AIChE)American Society of Civil EngineersAmerican Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME)Engineering Cooperative SocietyEngineers for a Sustainable WorldEngineers Without BordersInstitute of Electical & Electronic
Engineering (IEEE)Institute of Industrial Engineers (IIE)National Society of Black EngineersRoboticsSociety of Automotive Engineers (SAE)Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers (SHPE)Society of Women Engineers (SWE)Students for the Exploration and
Development of Space (SEDS)
International ClubsAfrican SABangladeshi SACaribbean SAChinese SAFilipino/American SA (FASA)Indian SAItalian SAIndonesian SAJapanese SAKorean SALatin American SAMalaysian SAOrganization of Arab Students (OAS)Pakastiani SAPolish Student AssociationTaiwanese SATurkish SAUrkainian SAVietnamese SA
People of Color (POC) ClubsAsian American Student Union (AASU)Black Student Union (BSU)NAACPNative American Peoples’ AlliancePoder: Latinos Unidos
Special Interest and Service, Hobby (SISH) Clubs
BahaiBible TalkBrothers and Sisters in Christ (BASIC)Circle KClub Dance Dance Revolution (DDR)Co-Ed UB Handball ClubCollege DemocratsCollege REpublicansCombined Martial ArtsCommunity Action Corps. (CAC)Educational Opportunity Program SAGospel ChoirHip HopHostelling Travel ClubImpulse Dance ForceInter-Varsity Christian FellowshipJam ClubJewish Student Union (JSU)Korean Folk ArtLesbian,Gay, Bisexual,
Transgender Alliance (LGBTA)Mock Trial
Muslim SAOutdoor AdventureStep TroupeStudent Strategists and Role PlayersSmash ClubSwing Dance ClubTrue BlueUnite For Sight - Buffalo HealthUrban Renewal SAUnited Nations Association Student
AllianceUB AnimeUB Feminists (Women’s Center)UB KicklineUB Veterans Fraternity (Phi Chi Sigma)
Sports ClubsBaseball ClubBoxing ClubMen’s Crew/Rowing TeamCross Country & TrackEquestrian ClubField Hockey - Women’sGymnasticsHockey (UB Men’s Ice)Kendo ClubLacrosse (Men’s)UB PaintballRoller HockeyRugby (Men’s)Ski TeamMen’s Club SoccerMen’s WrestlingTae-KwonUltimate FrisbeeVolleyball (Men’s)Women’s Club SoccerWomen’s Club VolleyballWomen’s Ice HockeyWomen’s LacrosseWomen’s RugbyUB Aces (Tennis)
of the team. At the end of the day it’s a great feeling to represent our club in front of UB students.” The biggest event that ISA holds is Muqabla, an annual cultural dance competition. Muqabla includes dance teams not only from UB, but from schools all over New York State that come to compete at this UB event. According to Chandni Sud, ISA president, “The show was bigger and better this year as there were more teams that competed and an enthusiastic audience.” The event was held on Nov. 14 in the CFA. A semi-formal followed, giving people the opportunity to take part in Indian music and dance. ISA is open to all students of any ethnic-ity, race or color. The club includes mostly undergraduates, but anyone and everyone is encouraged to join in order to learn more about the Indian culture and take part in the many events that the club puts on.
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By Eliane Abou-Jaoude
After months of practicing, it is finally time to shine. The music starts and your heart seems to beat to the rhythm. The point of this theatrical display is to educate others about your culture and to have fun while you’re doing it. Indian Student Association (ISA) is one such club where this adrenaline rush can be felt through their annual dance competition, Muqabla, and SA’s annual International Fiesta. ISA, one of the clubs under the International Council, promotes Indian culture between Indian and non-Indian students at the University at Buffalo and throughout the community of Buffalo. The club provides service and leadership opportunities to students interested in Indian culture. Throughout the year, ISA holds numerous events to showcase Indian culture. There is an annual ISA Social, a yearly banquet, and India Night which is held inclusive of the Indian community in Buffalo. The event showcases Indian dancing and singing through many talented student performanc-es. According to Assistant International
Coordinator Shruti Kumar, “The event is a way to bring the club together with the Indian community of Buffalo and bring people together to understand the music and dance of our culture.” ISA also partners with other clubs and organizations for various events in order to learn about other cultures and show others a glimpse of Indian lifestyle. The club also celebrates Indian holidays and religious events. ISA competes in International Fiesta, an annual dance competition in which multiple International Clubs showcase their cultures in front of UB students and the Buffalo community. Competition in International Fiesta is taken very seriously by clubs. In the past, ISA has placed numerous times in the top three spots, winning first place in 2008 and second place in 2009. According to Kumar, “We rehearse until the wee hours of the morning. If anyone misses rehearsal once, it’s over. Everyone is very dedicated when it comes to competing and being part
ISA 2009-2010 E-Board pictured above
Tuesdays and Thursdays in the dance studio of Alumni Arena from 8 to 10 p.m. Aside from weekly meetings, the Kendo Club also went to two competitions this past year, one local and one in Toronto. The local competition was considered a joint practice with high-ranked Sensei’s from the Buffalo area and throughout Canada. This was done in collaboration with the local Buffalo Kendo Club located in Depew. “It was a great experience to learn more from the traditional Kendo Senseis,” Park remarked. If you are interested in Kendo, don’t be scared off by the competition of swords and equipment. The club is open to anyone, with or without experience. Stop by Alumni Arena for a practice and jump right in! As Park put it, “You have the eyes of a Samurai.”V
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student association
KendoBy Caitlan Mulholland
“One thing I like about Kendo is the respect aspect; it will help you in the real world,” said the current president of Kendo Club, Joseph Park, as he explained not only the history of this traditional Japanese martial art but the ancient culture behind Kendo as well. Kendo, simply translated, means “way of the Japanese sword.” It is derived from kenjutsu, a sword technique used by Japanese Samurai while preparing for battle. Although fighting with swords may seem dangerous, the swords, called “shinai,” are made out of four slits of bamboo and are very safe. Traditional armor, called “bogu,” which is derived from actual Samurai armor, is worn in Kendo. Over the centuries, Kendo has combined traditional martial arts with a more modern sporting event component. Kendo is first and foremost a martial art, however, with hundreds of years of elders’ experiences contributing to the wonder of the sport. “Kendo is derived from the concept of respect. In traditional Asian cultures, elders are respected. When you respect your elders, they will pass their experiences down to you, making you wise and helping you become a better person,” explained Park. Kendo also requires discipline and dedication to training. “It is more than battling your opponent with a sword, there are sets of rules that must be followed,” said Park. It is a ceremonial match, or “shiai” that begins with a bow to your opponent. During the shiai, points are awarded for hitting your opponent with the shinai in the wrist, head or waist. You may stab them in the neck, also. Once you land a strike in one of these places, your competitor must acknowl-
edge that you got a point by yelling and stomping in good spirits. They will then receive a point for their respect. The shiai being won by a three point system. The competitors bow to each other a second time to close the competition. A shiai is performed at a “dojo,” otherwise known as a training hall. Kendo Club’s dojo is the dance studio of Alumni Arena. Kendo was brought to the UB commu-nity in 2003 by Sam Cappiello, a sensei who desired to expand the art and share his experience with new initiates by teaching them about Kendo’s history and art form. Kendo expanded and became a permanent SA club in 2008 with the help of Jeffrey Koch, the club president at the time. It has since gained ten regular members who come together on
Once the chicken is finished, take the already prepared stuffing and, using a small spoon, scoop it into the pockets that you cut in the chicken breasts. It takes a bit of patience to get the stuffing into the chicken, but it isn’t a difficult task. Lastly, strain your rice and make sure that your vegetables are to your liking. Serve and dig in!V
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By Jason Lubniewski
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.Then prepare your chicken breasts by taking them out of the package and placing them on a large baking sheet. Add whatever kind of seasonings you like. Personally, I prefer to not season my chicken as I feel like it takes away from the flavor. Once they are on the sheet you are going to want to cut them into pockets. Flip the breasts on their sides and cut them as if you were going to cut them in half the long way but do not cut all the way through.
After you season and cut your chicken, place them in the preheated oven (you will want to do this first since it is the most time-consuming step). Once the chicken breasts are in, they will need to cook for about 8-12 minutes per breast, or until the juice running out of them turns clear.
Once the chicken is in the oven, you can begin to prepare everything else. Get pots of water boiling for the rice and stuffing. Once the water is boiling for the stuffing, take it off the heat and instantly add the package of stuffing and mix thoroughly until all of the dry stuffing becomes moist. Do not keep the stuffing on the heat or else it will dry out. Cover it up with some tinfoil to preserve the heat.
Now you should throw your rice into another pot of boiling water in order for it to finish by the time the chicken does. After you start cooking the rice, you are going to want to start heating up a pan for the stir-fried vegetables. Coat the pan with just enough olive oil to cover the bottom, and toss in your vegetables. Make sure to keep stirring or tossing them. If they stay in one place for too long they could burn and will not cook evenly.
1 package of chicken breasts1 package of chicken stuffing1 box of white rice1 tbsp of olive oilveggies: carrots, celery, onions and mushrooms
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sensed that my surroundings had brightened. The trees had opened and I looked up, find-ing a mystical old waterfall. Although it did not have a powerful flow of water, it was surely a powerful sight to see. The second place we visited was in Lancaster, only about a fifteen or twenty minute drive from the Heights. Como Lake Park has a lot to offer, one of the nature trails consists of boardwalks and stone trails weaving through the marsh and trees. Some of the boardwalks were raised about three feet off the ground, whereas other parts were less than a foot off the ground. It was an interesting feature that I have not seen anywhere else. It was such a beautiful day, so there were quite a few people out on the trails, many of whom were taking advantage of the benches along the way for a peaceful rest. The trees seemed never-ending; birds perched in the railings within feet of me as I walked past. I even had the opportunity to take pictures of a poised six point buck. Overall it was a day that I will remember and hope to re-live. Como Lake Park has so much more than just nature trails; there are areas to picnic, a lake, sport fields and even a beach area. It also happens to neighbor the Walden Galleria Mall, so after a day at the park there are limitless places to fill your tummy with some good food. You don’t have to be a member of the SA Outdoor Adventure Club to take advantage of all that Buffalo has to offer outside of the city and the night life. Being outside, having fun and getting in some exercise with a group of friends is something that everyone can enjoy. Some other places to check out around Buffalo are Artpark outside Lewiston and of course the Niagara Falls State Park just to name a couple.
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By Corena Christensen
Fall days when the sun shines and seeps through your clothes, warming you from the inside out. Days when the orchestra of bird songs can not be tuned out even if you tried. It’s on these days when you find yourself thinking the only thing you want is to be outside taking it all in. This semester, especially more recently, we have been lucky enough to enjoy some grade A fall days in Buffalo. The semester is wrapping up, yet I see ladies still able to show a little leg and not freeze in the process, and guys in the streets of the Heights tossing a Frisbee or a football around. So far I’d say that as Buffalonians we’re doing a superb job taking advantage of this perfect fall weather. Not to bring the mood down, but we all know, and maybe secretly love, that Buffalo can deliver a blustery, gnaw-at-your-skin cold and snowy winter. Winters that make it oh-so-hard to peel back your covers, hop out of your cozy bed and run as fast as possible to the shower. Some of us may be dreading this already, whereas some of us are wait-ing with great anticipation for the snow to fall and accumulate. Whether you put up with the winters because you have to or you love the winters for the skiing and/or snowboarding, I urge you to let your hippie-dippie adventurous side out this year before it’s too late. Don’t let these last few awe-inspiring autumn days slip away before you have the chance to really enjoy them. You may or may not be aware that there are various places around Buffalo where you can take a hike, go for a sight-seeing walk or just immerse yourself in nature. It just so happens that I live with a bunch of hippies. These are the kind of hippies that like to be outside no matter the weather
or what game might be on. So I decided to tag along on a couple of their last adventures before the snowfall we are all expecting. The first place we visited, Akron Falls, is just west of Batavia. Akron Falls is a beautiful park with picnic areas and playgrounds. To get to the falls you have to hike down some trails and then follow the creek up. The sheer volume of mossy rocks that cover the waterway is impressive. My eyes were glued to the rocks, watching carefully where I walked, thoughtfully planning my next step when I suddenly
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By Lauren Skompinski
All students are members of certain groups. They belong to clubs and organizations that are cultural, political or religious in nature. We all fit ourselves, at least loosely, into some sort of mold; we associate ourselves with those who think similarly to us, have similar experiences as we do and delight in the same everyday discussions and activities as us. This can be seen in cohesive groups such as Political Science SA, Japanese SA and even Smash Club. We are proud of who we are and take comfort in a certain sense of belonging to a community. But sometimes the spotlight doesn’t shine on the most respected and distinguished groups of people, as some grow to consider them only in passing. One group that deserves closer examination is that of the dedicated servicemen and women across the nation who lead a double life, seeking higher education through college while in the service. Those that serve in the United States armed forces are highly distinguished and elite, yet we as students rarely hear about them even when they sit among us in class. One might not find out about someone’s military experience until an incidental conversation with that individual. Military service is not a subject that many students who have experience will offer to talk about. One might hear a military student talk about past part-time jobs, favorite foods, sports in high school—but why not the fact that they have been to Iraq or have been in ROTC for several years? How can something so interesting and admirable be, in a way, pushed under the table? Cragg Chaffee, an MBA student at UB says that, in his mind, he had two options for after his high school career. The first was college. The second? The Army. Due to his uncertainty about what to study in college, Chaffee chose the armed forces. “I wasn’t really sure what I wanted to do after high school or what I wanted to study, so I ended up choosing the Army. Also, the military was
a part of my family’s history so it was good to continue that tradition. I have always had a sense of patriotism and wanting to give back to my country. These factors combined with the fact that [the Army] would help pay for college once I got out made the Army the best choice for me,” Chaffee explains. Chaffee was deployed to Iraq—something that not many college students can say they have done, or could even imagine doing. Chaffee worked his way up to Sergeant in the Army and during his time in Iraq the last position that he held was Units Opera-tions and Command Post Manager. Chaffee said his responsibilities included developing mission and organizational reports on a daily basis and relaying the details of the reports he wrote to the higher headquarters. Chaffee was also a squad leader (in charge of four soldiers) as well as a truck driver. “When I came back to school it was a little difficult to get back into the routine, but I realized that an education was the next step and one that had to be taken to continue to be successful in the future,” Chaffee commented on the culture shock of coming home from Iraq and going to college. He also mentions that he chose to come to UB because of the size, the campus and the fact that it was close to home. After being deployed to a country experiencing war, being home probably outweighed most other criteria. Cragg Chaffee can be found in various Student Union offices discussing school and probably the Buffalo Sabres. As far as having a different outlook on life since his Army experience, Cragg explains, “You definitely respect life and time with your
family even more than you did before you left. Those little things that may be irritating quickly become the things [that] aren’t so annoying anymore. It also teaches you to deal with stress better. You have to be able to perform and do your job under hazardous conditions, so you learn how to deal with stressful situations and how to control your body.” Chad Burlee, a junior political science and legal studies major, is in the Marine Corps Officer Program. Burlee worked through six weeks of OCS (Officer Candi-date School) in Quantico, Virginia, where his leadership and physical abilities were tested in a stressful environment. The program is broken down into three components: 50 percent leadership development, 25 percent physical training and 25 percent academic
student. I think that I will have some trouble with adapting, especially with writing papers and studying. I will have to relearn how to write a paper. It’s a skill I haven’t used in four years. I will also need a refresher for any math about algebra.” When asked about his experience with military service as a whole, Lex says that it was the right choice for him to enlist, and a great experience that he would not have been able to get anywhere else. But, at the same time, he will never be able to get those four years back – close high school friends have moved onto bigger and better things such as graduate school or their first real job while Justin will come home and start from square one again as if he just graduated high school
in 2005. He’s afraid to come back, in a way, because of these reasons, but he’s also extremely excited to be with his family again, rekindle lost relationships and get back into the habit of studying. It is possible for people who are passionate about serving in the U.S. military to also attend college, successfully pursuing both undertakings. Military service seems to fit into a variety of lifestyles. Chaffee and Lex, who enlisted immediately after high school, and Burlee, who chose to enlist while enrolled at UB, all discussed ways in which their serving in the military has enriched their lives. Although they gained unforgettable experience and garnered useful skills through military service, these individuals put a lot of time, energy and hard work into their endeavors. Whichever path you choose, dedication will ultimately be the most crucial instrument in carving your future.
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training. Next year, Burlee will complete his final six weeks, which will then make him eligible to receive commissioning as a Marine Corps Officer, a very exciting endeavor. Burlee describes the program as “extremely similar to enlisted boot camp, but its more geared toward testing leadership ability. For instance, after the first couple weeks, the drill instructors allowed candidates to start taking control of the platoon and company. Anyone who exemplified poor leadership was expelled from the program.” The program that Burlee is a part of is quite unique in terms of military training and service. Throughout the regular school year, members are free of any real obligations involving direct training or participating in the program. However, Burlee says, “Staying physically fit and remaining active will reflect in future evaluations. Of course, candidates should always look for leadership roles within their community as I am a firm believer that leadership is only learned through experience. Candidates should use the school year to build their character into that ideal leader the Marine Corps is looking for.”
Chad Burlee had considered military training for some time during high school. He aspired to study medicine and to become a doctor, but he soon realized that the Marine Corps program did not have a medical program and, at UB, studying medicine was not the path for him either. He did find a passion for criminal law through his legal studies classes, however. “So in the midst of rearranging my life plans,” he recounts, “I decided to pursue [legal studies] in hopes of one day getting involved in law enforcement at a federal level.” As for whether or not the Marine Corps Officer Program helped in his college studies or helped him see the world through a more focused lens, Burlee says, “I definitely view things differently now. I guess when you’re placed in an environment like OCS, everything else gets the volume turned down. Problems start to seem smaller and easier to solve. I’ve learned to deal with adverse situations, where I may have once found extremely difficult or impossible to handle. Everything can always be worse, whether it be boot camp or fighting overseas. OCS definitely helped me put everything into perspective.” Burlee also explains that be-ing involved with OCS has helped him immensely with time management, and he still uses many of the strategies that he learned while at OCS in classes today. Justin Lex, a graduate of Clarence High School was a promising candidate for
college. He was a member of the National Honor Society and was accepted to SUNY Plattsburgh with a large scholarship. Lex went into college planning on majoring in his-tory and wanted to be a high school teacher, but after a year at Plattsburgh he came to the realization that college was not the right choice at that point in time. “I chose the Army after a year because I felt that school just wasn’t for me at that point and I would rather serve my country. I wanted to do some-thing that I felt mattered and stop wasting my time slacking at school,” Lex explains. In high school, he felt a strong commitment to volunteer work, leadership and helping others. For him, the Army was an attractive alternative to college where he could
contribute to his country’s welfare. Lex was deployed and stationed in Iraq for a year. He worked as a Combat Engineer Team Leader, where he worked with explosives, mines and armored engineer vehicles to “provide mobility, counter-mobility and survivability.” Team leaders, Lex says, are responsible for the welfare of the people working around them and the accountability of their soldiers. Lex helped conduct training with other soldiers as well. As he finishes the remainder of his service stationed in Germany, Lex has more time to think about his future. He hopes to apply to UB very soon, and says that UB is his number one choice because of the proximity to his home in Clarence and the wide range of programs UB has to offer. Speaking about how he will adapt to life as a college student, Lex says, “I believe I will be a more motivated, focused and conscientious
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Layer the hot chocolate powder, alternating with mini-marshmallows and mini chocolate chips be-tween the powder drink mix. Make each layer of chocolate or marshmallow about half the thickness of the layers of hot chocolate powder. As the jar begins to fill, this will create a decorative look.
large container of hot chocolate powder mix (any store brand will do)mini-marshmallowsmini chocolate chipsglass mason jars (any craft store will have these)holiday ribbon
hot cocoamaterials:
When the jar is completely full, put the lid on and tie it with holiday-themed ribbon. You can also make your own personalized gift tag, complete with a holiday message, which can be strung on the ribbon before it is tied into a bow around the jar.
Dry ingredients for baked goods such as cookies or muffins can be combined and layered in this way in the same sort of jar for a thoughtful, personalized holiday gift. Handwrite your own baking instructions to make the gift extra special!1.
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VINYL RECORDbowls
materials:cookie sheet
colored vinyl recordoven safe bowl
oven mitts
Preheat the oven to 225 degrees. Place the bowl upside down on the cookie sheet with the vinyl record over it and bake it in oven for approximately five minutes.
When the vinyl is heated, it will start to take the shape of the bowl. You can move the sides of the bowl while the vinyl is still hot and malleable to help mold it — just make sure that you’re wearing your oven mitts.
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When you’re satisfied with the bowl’s shape, let it sit for about five minutes to harden and cool down. Lift the vinyl record bowl from the bowl that you used as a mold.3.
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AROMATHERAPYneck wrap
patterned knee socksriceessential oil (lavender, peppermint or eucalyptus oils work well)ribbonpapermarkers
materials:
Pour enough rice to fill your sock into a bowl. Mix in several drops of essential oil. Don’t add too much; a few drops will do. The rice should be fragrant but not overpowering.
Fill the sock with rice, leaving a few inches at the top of the sock unfilled and tie the top with ribbon. Write out instructions, for example: “Warm up the neck wrap in the microwave for about two minutes then place it on the back of your neck.” Include the instruction card with the gift.
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Find small magazine pictures that you find appealing. These can have a theme or they can be a series of words. Trace the magnet around the picture and cut around the image that you have drawn.
Use a toothpick to spread a thin layer of glue over the magnet and place the cut-out picture on top of the glue. Dab a small amount of glue onto the middle of the picture that you have just glued to the magnet.
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These can be presented as gifts in empty, decorated Altoids tins. They fit almost perfectly and are a great way to organize a thematic set of these DIY magnets.
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It’s okay to be a fifth year senior. Taking five years to complete your degree is very common. Students take on extra activities such as internships, study abroad, research, double majoring, completing a minor and repeating classes which all require extra time. Graduate programs and professional schools have become quite competitive; the extra stuff is needed in order for your application to stand out next to other students.
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By Eliane Abou-Jaoude
Every freshman entering UB chooses a major and takes prerequisites in order to one day apply for that specific major. Most seniors, however, graduate with a different major than the one which they had entered with as a freshman. Here is some advice for choosing a major.
Choose a major that you’re interested in. This may seem pretty obvious to some people, but many students choose a major based on the profession that their parents want them to pursue or what they feel would be easy. It is best to stick to a major that involves classes you will enjoy and that relates to the career you wish to hold in the future. Classes that you enjoyed in high school are a good indication of what you will enjoy in college. Spend time shadowing or working with people in the profession you are thinking about pursuing. Getting hands-on experience helps you to make the right decision about your major and about what you wish to be when you graduate.
Plan ahead. As a freshman, plan your next four years with classes, internships, study abroad, research and basically any time-consuming event or activity that you want to take part in. Literally write out a semester-by-semester schedule. This way you will accomplish what you want while not having to take summer classes because you forgot that you needed an extra class for your major. Planning ahead will not only save you time, but money that you could use elsewhere.
Apply for your major. Many students do not realize that when they enter UB as freshmen they have not been accepted to a specific major. Students are intended majors until they fulfill the prerequisites and requirements necessary to apply to a specific program. Many majors require an application and GPA to get accepted into. It is important to fill out proper paperwork for your major since specific classes are reserved for accepted-major students only.
Meet with your advisor. When students enter UB, they are assigned an advisor who will meet with them and answer any questions they may have. It is important to sit down with your advisor and plan out your semesters. However, do not rely on your advisor to makes decisions for you or to know exactly what you want to do. You must take the initiative to look up classes you want to take and understand specific information relating to your major and your goals.
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there is a game on. But we would not have it any other way. Everyone is always having a good time, win or lose.” With TVs located all around the bar, you can enjoy the action wherever you are sitting. When there is a break in the action, you can play pool or darts in an adjacent room. If you want to unlock your inner child there is also an arcade. On certain nights of the week there are also specials where you can save even more on your visit. On Monday nights they run a bottomless fries and a quarter pound hamburger deal. Another deal they have is on Wednesday, when they offer a half pound hamburger with fries for only six dollars. In addition to this, on certain nights Fuddruckers runs fundraisers for local organizations and sports teams. If you are looking for a delicious lunch or dinner to help you get through the day, look no further than Fuddruckers on Maple.V
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Burgers and beer. Not many things go together as well as these two things and not many people do it better than Fuddruckers on Maple Road. Although this is a national chain, the Fuddruckers on Maple has done a great job incorporating elements of the local community into their restaurant. Their location is what makes it especially attractive for UB students. Less than a five minute drive from North Campus, few would mind making the trip to get some of these tantalizing burgers. When you enter the restaurant, you get a view of where the “magic” happens, with the grill and fryers right in front of you. The smell that hits you when you walk in is incredible and you almost immediately start drooling, like one of Pavlov’s dogs to the sound of a bell. When you go up to order you may expect there to be just beef burgers, but that is not the case at Fudds. Some of the other meats that Fuddruckers uses on its burgers are buffalo, ostrich, salmon, turkey and elk. They also have veggie burgers available. During my last visit I decided I would try a different burger from the regular beef, so I went with the Buffalo Burger. I must
say that it was one the tastiest burgers I’ve ever had. The Buffalo Burger is “better for you” than the beef because buffalo meat is leaner. If you are not there for a burger, there is a variety of other choices, including the Original Grilled Chicken Sand-wich, Fish n’ Chips and Firehouse Fudd Buffalo Wings. One of the unique things about this chain is that you put your own veggies and condiments on your burger, so it really is having it your way. For dessert, Fuddruckers has its own bakery which offers brownies and cookies as large as your hand. If you’re not in the mood for a baked good they also offer creamy milkshakes in a variety of flavors, including cookies n’ cream, peanut butter cup, m&m, strawberry, chocolate and vanilla. If you are in a hurry you can also order online to save some time. Although the restaurant is a great place to enjoy some delicious food, there is also a bar known as the Fudds Pub. This is a great place to watch Sabres, Bills and Yankees games. In fact, they offer a $1 draft beer deal whenever any of these teams are playing. As you can imagine, these nights tend to draw a lot of people into the bar and create a great atmosphere to watch the teams play. Darryl Lloyd, the head bartender, describes game night. “It gets pretty rowdy in here whenever
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his flawless research and objectivity, he has certainly mastered shock value. One as-pect of the film I found to be particularly scandalous was something termed “Dead Peasants.” Basically, major blue-chip corporations (for the full list check out deadpeasents.org) can take out life insurance policies on their employees, unbeknownst to them or their families, and when they die, the company gets a big check while the family of the deceased struggles to pay funeral bills. “There’s a reason why I can’t take out a fire-insurance policy on your house…” Moore says to a widow of a “dead peasant,” alluding to the fact that corporations may have a stake in their employees’ demise. Although he doesn’t directly allege sleights of hand, he certainly leaves room for critics. Whatever your political alignment, this film is bound to make you angry, and rightfully so. The film is a daring, passionate and discussion-worthy indictment that hits home at a time when capitalism’s exploitative excesses are affecting virtually everybody in one way or another. Moore urges us to do something, to not forget as the issue-attention cycle moves forward to utilize the one powerful right that the average American still has over corporations’ influence: the vote! Overall, the film is a wonderful reminder of the virtues of speaking truth to power, and I think we could all use a refresher course…V
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Ever wonder exactly when Congress was put up for sale to the highest bidder? When it became wholly-owned on both sides of the aisle by corporations? When billions became the new millions and we began tossing around big money like chump change? What about all that end-of-the-world rhetoric dominating headlines as the stock market plummeted and gave the green light to corporate welfare? Well just in case you’ve forgotten, Michael Moore’s new documentary, “Capitalism: A Love Story” offers a stunning account of America’s love-hate relationship with capitalism in all its glory and with all of its casualties. Love him or hate him, Michael Moore puts America’s brand of capitalism on trial and seeks to uncover exactly how we got ourselves into this mess of a recession whose ramifications continue to seriously affect millions of Americans and global economies. By contrasting archival footage of 1950s consumerist happy-talk with the tragic stories of families’ homes being foreclosed on and declaring bankruptcy, Moore forces us to re-asses the system that is virtually the definition of America itself. He takes us back in time to Franklin Roosevelt’s response to the Great Depression with the New Deal regulation he set up to ensure that that disaster never happened again. Moore outlines the goals Roosevelt would have put forth for all Americans had he not passed away when he did. His
plan was an Economic Bill of Rights, essentially, one which guarantees such things as universal health care and a good job, freedom from unfair competition and monopolies, an education and even the right to recreation. In other words, he desired those human necessities that most of Europe implemented after World War II but that America did not. Instead, the rights and security of ordinary American workers were eroded, while those of corporations were aggrandized and consolidated. The death of regulation and the birth of the rapacious quest for unfettered profits came with the election of President Ronald Reagan; the point-of-no-return, according to Moore, and ground-zero of the current economic meltdown. Moore’s theatrical tendencies make the film all the more interesting and comical, especially given how serious this film really is. Moore surrounds the headquarters of AIG, Bank of America and GM with crime scene investigation tape while trying to make a citizen’s arrest of their CEOs for what he claims to be the grand larceny of American taxpayer money. Of course security guards don’t let him get inside the building, let alone anywhere near the CEOs, but his efforts are commendable, especially given Washington’s reluctance to tighten its reins on Wall Street in light of this crisis. Although Moore isn’t exactly known for
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ed with decorative gin-ger accents and all of the flavors were good. I especially enjoyed the crunchy chicken with a sweet lemon sauce and the hot and sour soup, which was hearty and had a really nice bal-ance and tangy essence. I was impressed with the quality and freshness of everything ex-cept the sushi, which was me-diocre. The roll seemed as though it had been sitting out the entire day before being served. I steered clear from the dumplings after reading ter-rible things about them in both Artvoice and The Buffalo News. I did enjoy the fact that they served the sushi with white ginger slices instead of pink. Every sushi place I have ever been to in Western New York serves pink ginger slices. I have a long-standing argument with a Californian who believes this is a cardinal sin because
that’s not the way they do it on the West Coast. Of course, they do know their sushi in California. Along with a lunch buffet served six days a week, the restaurant also does take out. It’s a great alternative to the typical Chinese take out joints across town. Although it is still very new, Tokyo Shanghai Bistro has the potential to be great. Hopefully they will keep up the good service and work on consistency. V
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By now it should be no secret that Elmwood Avenue is the place to go when you are looking to dine out. With everything from Indian to Vietnamese to a Spanish tapas bar, the strip offers a great variety of ethnic foods. It also happens to be a great spot to go out and have a few drinks with friends. There is a new restau-rant sparking interest in the neighborhood. Adorning the sidewalk with banners and signs for the grand opening, Tokyo Shanghai Bistro, located at 494 Elmwood, serves Japanese and Chinese cuisine. The restaurant has a pretty extensive menu of traditional favorites from both countries, including sushi and General Tso’s chicken. Some American cuisine has also snuck its way onto the menu; Buffalo wings of course made the cut. The drink menu is interesting with Japanese sodas in unique glass bottles. It does, however, ap-pear to be without alcohol. This is the kind of place you could go to with a large group of people and be confident that everyone will find something they will like. In a tranquil setting with an open dining room set in front of a sushi bar and lunch buffet, there is something relaxing about this place. A fountain near the front window provides
soothing ambient sound. The friendly wait staff was eager to serve. Another positive thing about the Bistro is the price — it is definitely college-friendly. There is a wide range of entrees available for $15 or less. The bill for three people was around $50 and it included a spicy tuna sushi appetizer, hot and sour soup, miso soup, pad thai, shrimp teriyaki and lemon chicken. Everything was beautifully present-
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other developers focus on creating games more akin to real life skirmishing, publisher Activision remains content with a game that plays more like an action movie. Taking you through fiery Rio de Janeiro slums, arctic Kazakhstan mountains and besieged Virginia suburbs among other locations, “Modern Warfare 2” brings you to the frontline of adrenaline-filled combat. As Russian paratroopers fall from the sky by the dozen and overcast skies are illuminated by gunfire from anti-aircraft artillery, you assume the role of a U.S. Army Ranger given the task of taking back the nation’s capital. In another level, you and another operative infiltrate an airbase to recover data from a downed satellite. At certain points, cut scenes interrupt typical gameplay to keep you pulled into the moment. In the middle of a heated shootout there is as much going on in your distant surrounding environment as there is four feet in front of you; aircrafts launch missiles into buildings, helicopters helplessly fall to the ground and tanks explode into shrapnel. The most resounding criticism of the single player action is its brevity; the campaign on regular difficulty can be championed in a mere five hours. What it delivers in these few hours, however, is a visual masterpiece that does not stop for a breather. What some games dilate into more explorative ten-hour campaigns, this condenses into missions that will make your heart skip a beat at every unexpected turn. The “Call of Duty” franchise has been praised time and time again for what it has provided the multiplayer gaming world. “Modern Warfare 2” is no exception to these acclamations. As your online score increases, more features are unlocked. New weapons and modifications make the multi-player experience continually rewarding and enjoyable. For those interested in cooperative play, a “special ops” mode provides missions independent from the regular campaign which are as, if not more entertaining. In two particular missions, you or your partner can control the firepower of an AC-130 gunship or Blackhawk helicopter as the other fights on the ground to complete the objective. “Modern Warfare 2” is a brilliant addition to the modern generation of consoles. Just as its predecessors are still played today, so too will this game be enjoyed years from now.
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“Cinematic” has become a term all too familiar to current generation gamers. The capacity for the latest round of Microsoft and Sony consoles to display beautifully rendered environments has introduced “cinematic” to lackluster game-developer vocabulary. It’s a word that allows publishers to build momentum for an upcoming release which ends up having plenty of flash but little to no substance. Originality is hard to come by and, as such, developers can reduce the risk of not meeting their quota by piling resources into producing advanced water effects and more responsive surroundings. Gameplay experience falls by the wayside as non-playable characters are often left artificially unintelligent and campaign levels carry out predictably. Unfortunately, this is particularly characteristic of the third and first person shooter genres. There are of course exceptions to this trend, which more often than not build off of the progenitor’s success into an award-winning franchise. Here we find the likes of “Half-Life,” “Battlefield,” “Tom Clancy,” “Halo” and “Call of Duty.” The latest addition to the “Call of Duty” line dropped as one of the most anticipated games of the year. The buildup surrounding the game’s launch was tangible; Infinity Ward, the developer responsible for the franchise’s smash hit, “Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare,” was back on the job and bringing the fight
back to modern combat. Although the fifth “Call of Duty” was a success, developer Treyarch left something to be desired as the game returned to World War II and did little to distinguish itself from previous installments. Fans of the series were ready and waiting for “Call of Duty 6” to blow them away. For-tunately, Infinity Ward exceeded expectations when it released one of the best first person shooters of the decade on November 10. This game’s wide-ranging allure not only satisfies the yearning of long time “Call of Duty” fans but also of those unfamiliar with the series who have felt a void of “shoot ‘em up” enjoyment in recent years. Few games enter both single and multiplayer arenas with enough weight to make a name for themselves. Although the game’s immer-sive multiplayer experience may be its most advertised feature, its single player campaign is nothing short of incredible. While many action/adventure shooters have taken up the call of tactical, cover-based fighting, “Modern Warfare 2” continues in the franchise’s tradition of all out, explosive combat. While some may be quick to criticize “MW2” for not adapting the style that Koei’s 1999 “WinBack” and Namco’s 2003 “Kill Switch” brought to consoles, the absence of fighting that follows the same hide, peek and shoot pattern makes it all the more appealing. As
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By Mike Jonas
With exams coming sooner than any of us want to admit, we must prepare ourselves for the inevitable. Naturally, this means that the majority of us will spend endless hours in the library, trying to cram an entire semester’s worth of knowledge into our brains. These late nights and long hours require a little extra boost to get us through, and we all know what that means…stocking up on energy drinks! However, this decision in itself is an important one. Which of the many energy drinks will create the best effect while costing the least? After testing several of these beverages over the past few weeks, I have come up with a list of the best five, which in my opinion will get you through exam week on little to no sleep. Below, each is rated on a scale of one to five batteries, with five being the most effective and my top choice.
Red Bull is the big name in energy drinks and is perhaps one of the most popular. However, this classic did not quite stand up to the “all-nighter” test. I drank the entire can at work around one a.m. and soon found myself bouncing off the walls. If this had been a studying situation, I would have been far too wound up to even look at the books let alone retain any infor-mation! However, it did prove to be rather helpful in annoying my fellow coworkers. I crashed around three a.m., but the crash was not as severe as I imagined it would be. Overall, this is a good energy drink but not the greatest study aid.
MonsterThe Monster energy drink comes in a monstrous 16 oz. can and in a wide variety of flavors, so if you don’t like one you can always try another. This time I decided to test the beverage while doing schoolwork. I had a paper due the next day, and around two a.m. I decided I needed a little pick-me-up. The taste was awful but the thought of the money I had spent made me chug on. The Monster’s effects lasted for just over two hours before a colossal crash that sent me staggering to a vending machine to purchase another. The huge can wasn’t such a good value after all, and while the Monster did help me stay awake, the huge crash makes it more dangerous than helpful.
NOS This is probably the least known of all the drinks I tried, but it did pretty well. It tasted reasonably good and gave about two hours of study energy with only a small crash at the end. The biggest prob-lem is finding it, but if you’re interested in trying this three-battery powerhouse, Wegmans is your best bet.
AMPI think I enjoyed Amp the most of all the drinks I tried. The taste was not nearly as objectionable as Monster or Red Bull, and its overall performance was quite impressive. Amp provides a solid three hours of steady energy without that jittery feeling, and I never even noticed a crash. Available in most UB vending machines at less than three dollars per can, it is easily accessible for those late nights at the library.
Of all the drinks I tried, this little gem was the best. Just a tiny two oz. bottle packs a real punch. As the bottle suggested, I drank half at the start then the other half two hours later and it actually gave me a solid five hours of energy, which I used to play Call of Duty online! 5 Hour Energy is pretty easy to find and can even be purchased in generic form at the dollar store, which is great for the college budget. So when you think about it, a dollar for five hours of extra study time certainly is the overall best pick.
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The Group DateGoing out with a group can be tricky, but if you go for a fun and lighthearted activity, no one will feel left out. Opt for something creative and exciting, like bowling or putt-putt, so that everyone can join in even if they didn’t bring a date. The game itself will serve as a surefire conversation-starter so there’s no need to worry about awkward silences or people feeling like a fifth wheel. If you’re no good at mini-golf, odds are your date will be willing to help you get back on par, and maybe you’ll even get a hole-in-one.
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The Make-It-Official DateIf you’re struggling to snag someone you’ve had your eye on for a while, try this classic trick to win them over (or win them back)! When you just can’t seem to get that special person to make a move, there’s an important factor to consider: psychology. In Schacter & Singer’s Cognitive Arousal Study, it was found that if a person becomes “aroused” by a stimulus that causes emotion (i.e. fear), they would later interpret that stimulus and link the arousal to you. When this happens, the person feels a sort of emotional bond or fondness towards the other. This gives you plenty of good reason to go see a scary movie or ride rollercoasters to catch the object of your affection. Hook, line and sinker!
The Cheap DateStrapped for cash but looking for a fun date that doesn’t involve renting the fifth movie off HBO this month? Why not check out one of the great local freebies Buffalo has to offer. There’s an art museum right on campus that costs nothing to get in. That’s right, nada. Stop by the CFA building and investigate student and local artists’ work. If you’re not into that, try spending the day biking at a park or go sightseeing. This shouldn’t be too hard since there’s one of the natural wonders of the world just a few minutes away. Besides being romantic, there are tours and attractions that are very cost-efficient—and you don’t even have to leave the country. The trick to this one is to have as much fun as possible, using as little cash as possible, so be creative!
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Tired of the same old “dinner and a movie” routine? Find the perfect date for any occasion without seeing the same flick twice. Whether your relationship just began or if it needs a little pick-me-up, there’s sure to be one that will fit your needs. Get out there and add a little spark to your dating scene!
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The First DateMaking a killer first impression on a first date can be stressful, but if you play your cards right, chances are you’ll be getting a second. Choosing a laid-back setting where you can be yourself and have fun is key. Plac-es like the downtown Buffalo Rotary Rink are romantic, yet comfortable, and allow you to enjoy the wintry weather while keeping close to conserve heat. Don’t worry if you’ve never been on the ice—you’ll be able to hold onto your date for support or vice-versa and they probably won’t mind. If it gets too chilly at the outdoor rink, just head inside for a chat and a nice cup of hot cocoa. It beats the tension-filled, uptight dinners that usually end up feeling like an interview. Who knows, maybe you’ll get invited back to their place to cuddle up in front of the fire!V
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The Anniversary DateCelebrating that special day should be a date filled with memories and good times. What better way to reminisce about good times than over a big bowl of delicious creamy homemade ice cream in a romantic, vintage setting? Antoinette’s Sweets Inc. on Transit Road is the perfect place to satisfy your sweet tooth and commemorate your relationship. The dessert diner also has a gift shop attached, so if you forgot to pick up something for that special someone, you can let them pick out their favorite treat and make it look like you had it planned all along.
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The Long-Term Couple DateIf you’ve been in a relationship for longer than you can remember, you might need to spice up your love life. Instead of sucking the cash out of your wallet with pricey menu-items at fancy restaurants, try grabbing a recipe of your favorite dish from foodnetwork.com and making it yourself. Try something simple, yet sophisticated like Bobby Flay’s Chicken Parmesan. If you’re up for a challenge, try substituting your own ingredients to put your own twist on a classic meal. Not only will it be a great way to satisfy your hunger, but playing domestic bliss might actually bring out a side of you that neither of you knew you had.
The Birthday DateBesides finding the perfect gift for your significant other, there’s always the issue of where to take them on their special day. Sometimes the best ideas are the ones that come from the heart. Skip the uber-fancy dinner and go out somewhere fun. For the leading lady in your life, consider her interests; if she’s a shopaholic, take her out for a shopping spree and finish up with cocktails. If that’s not her style, tickets to a theatre performance might be more within her niche. If you’re wondering where to take your boyfriend on his birthday, find something he enjoys doing and surprise him by giving him tickets to see his favorite band or sports team. Since the way to a man’s heart is arguably through his stomach, making him dinner couldn’t hurt either!
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