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A report on major stories in the news media during the month of October 2002 involving the University at Buffalo, its faculty, staff and students. If you are interested in receiving a copy of a story in this log, please contact Connie Rieck in the Office of News Services at 645-5000, ext. 1420 and she will gladly fill your request.
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The Buffalo News, Oct. 14, Inside UB:
- UB began an effort last year to use national print and broadcast media to win greater recognition of the school, and stories about UB and its people have increasingly been published in papers such as The Washington Post and The New York Times.
- SUNY has named four UB faculty as distinguished professors: Francis D. Fincham, Charles Bernstein, Susan Howe and Dennis Tedlock. Additionally, Robert J. Wagner has been presented the President's Medal.
The Buffalo News, Oct. 14, opinion piece written by student Daniel Cross discusses the Fair Labor Conditions and Procurement Act, which allows UB to suspend contracts with companies that violate workers' rights or support overseas sweat shops. UB has not yet decided how to respond to the legislation.
The Buffalo News, Oct. 13, opinion piece written by Walter Simpson, energy officer at UB and co-chair of the Western New York Sustainable Energy Association. He describes his well-insulated home, which has windows that let the sunshine in and help heat the place. He advocates energy-consciousness and "green power."
The Buffalo News, Oct. 13, article reports on a UB study underway, which aims to use "cognitive therapy" to change the way people who suffer from irritable bowel syndrome think. There is a connection between thoughts and symptoms, says Jeffrey Lackner, and by teaching people to reconfigure the brain-gut reaction, the symptoms may be reduced or alleviated.
The Buffalo News, Oct. 13, article reports on the wireless Internet. Students at UB can plug in a wireless modem and hop on the campus network from libraries and lounges or even Starbucks. Voldemar Innus said that areas where wireless modems work were picked to serve students with laptops.
The Buffalo News, Oct. 13, article announces that five Buffalo-area women will receive the Governor's Awards for Excellence on October 17. Janet Sung is one of those women. She and her husband donated $1 million the UB School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences.
The Buffalo News, Oct. 13, sports article reports on the Marshall-UB football game, where UB was defeated 66-21. The article focuses on the exceptional abilities of Byron Leftwich, Marshall's quarterback. Coach Hofher said Leftwich was the best he's ever seen in 24 years coaching.
The Buffalo News, Oct. 13, article reports on the "Industrial Heritage in the Working Landscape" symposium which was sponsored by the Urban Design Project at UB and focused on Buffalo's massive grain elevators. Lynda Schneekloth said the goal was to put the elevators on the radar screen of area residents and to exchange ideas about reusing an preserving them.
The Buffalo News, Oct. 13, article reports on the torrent of junk email which most users receive. UB student Joe Tanski said that the service he uses at UB to keep junk mail out is doing a good job.
The Buffalo News, Oct. 13, article reports on the upcoming visit of novelist J.M. Coetzee, a former professor at UB, who was arrested for his anti-war activities when he and others occupied Hayes Hall in 1970. He moved to South Africa shortly thereafter. In addition to the author's reading from his works, the movie "Gerrie & Louise" will also be shown. Claude Welch will introduce the apartheid documentary. A discussion on Coetzee's work will take place in the UGL, introduced by Charles D'Aniello.
The Buffalo News, Oct. 12, article reports on Katie Couric's speech at UB, part of the Distinguished Speaker Series. Her speech was uplifting and had the quality of a whirlwind, reflecting her life.
The Buffalo News, Oct. 12, article reports on the upcoming first Pioneers in Science educational conference, to be held to highlight the many pioneering scientists who spent part or all of their careers in the Buffalo Niagara region, and to encourage young students to pursue careers in scientific fields. Jeffery Skolnick and Paras Prasad will be involved in the program.
The Buffalo News, Oct. 12, article reports on George Bush's "pre-emptive strike" policy. Claude Welch said that preemptive strikes usually are justified philosophically only under circumstances of imminent danger of attack.
The Buffalo News, Oct. 12, article reports that two fans of the Marshall football team will exchange marriage vows at a tailgate party on Saturday, prior to Marshall's game against UB.
The Buffalo News, Oct. 12, sports article is a pre-game discussion of the very big challenge which the Bulls are up against as they face off against Marshall. Coach Hofher is interviewed for the article.
The Buffalo News, Oct. 11, article reports on federal funding of $2 million for the Buffalo Center of Excellence in Bioinformatics, in conjunction with a defense spending bill that Congress appears ready to pass.
The Buffalo News, Oct. 11, article discusses tomorrow's football game between UB and Marshall and makes the point that the Bulls have a large number of inexperienced freshmen on the team.
The Buffalo News, Oct. 11, article reports that the UB Alumni Association is accepting nominations for the Athletic Hall of Fame.
The Buffalo News, Oct. 11, article reports on a low-budget movie, "Manna from Heaven," produced by Five Sisters Productions, literally five sister from Buffalo, whose father, Roger Burton, taught at UB. Funding for the project and distribution of the film are not easy to secure, but Senator Schumer has promised to set up a meeting with Harvey Weinstein, CEO of Miramax Films and a UB alumnus.
The Buffalo News, Oct. 11, article reports that Jessica Kochendorfer of UB has been named to the pre-season All-Mid-American Conference East Division women's basketball team.
The Buffalo News, Oct. 10, article reports on Francis Letro's $1 million gift to the Law School. The new working courtroom at O'Brian Hall will be named after Letro.
The Buffalo News, Oct. 10, article focuses on concerns about rowdiness and other problems that University Heights residents say relate to UB students. Homeowners say that William Greiner and the university need to do more to ensure their students are good neighbors. Greiner said that the problem in the Heights is the bar culture in that area and ineffective enforcement of state alcohol regulations.
The Buffalo News, Oct. 10, article discusses what it is that local business leaders want from Albany. Elizabeth Capaldi's responded that continued support of the Buffalo Center of Excellence in Bioinformatics is required.
The Buffalo News, Oct. 10, article reports on President Bush's speech outlining his plans for a pre-emptive attack on Iraq. Paul Senese of the Department of Political Science said that the reason this Bush administration wants to go to war is simply because the same advisors are on board now as in the first Bush administration, and the situation has just been "simmering" for a long time for them.
The Buffalo News, Oct. 10, article reports that Mary Alice Coffroth will speak on "The Future of Coral Reefs" in the Center for the Arts, as part of the College of Arts and Sciences fall lecture series.
The Buffalo News, Oct. 10, article reports on a letter from the president of the Commission on Independent Colleges and Universities that commends the state's investment in the Buffalo Life Sciences Complex and promotes the area's private colleges. The letter mentions how the Buffalo Center of Excellence in Bioinformatics will draw on experts from schools like Columbia, Cornell and Rochester.
The Buffalo News, Oct. 10, article reports on Marshall's Byron Leftwich. The Bulls' defense team will be meeting up with the very formidable quarterback at their upcoming game. Coach Hofher said the Bulls are going have to have something to match up and that the team is in the process of figuring what's going to be the best way for them.
The Buffalo News, Oct. 9, article reports that federal funding for the Buffalo Center of Excellence in Bioinformatics could top $7 million, with the House of Representatives setting aside an additional $5 million for the project. Jeffrey Skolnick said the money would be used to recruit world-class personnel.
The Buffalo News, Oct. 9, Inside UB:
- UB police officers are upset that the governor vetoed a bill that would give SUNY police the right to binding arbitration in contract talks.
- President Greiner will not sign a statement that ran in a full-page ad in the New York Times calling for "intimidation-free" campuses. Greiner said it is his policy not to sign such petitions, and noted that this one was not properly balanced; it condemned threats against Jewish students, but not against Muslim or Arab-American students.
The Buffalo News, Oct. 9, an editorial about the efforts of the Buffalo Olmsted Parks Conservancy to restore some of Frederick Law Olmsted's vision quotes Robert Shibley of the School of Architecture and Planning, saying that account needs to be taken for the continued maintenance after the restoration work is completed.
The Buffalo News, Oct. 9, TV column reports Katie Couric will visit to UB as a speaker in the Distinguished Speaker Series.
The Buffalo News, Oct. 9, article reports on area schools' graduation rates for athletes and notes that UB's rate was 68 percent, while the general student population graduation rate was 56 percent.
The Buffalo News, Oct. 9, article reports on the downsizing plan for the Buffalo Common Council. The state supreme court has refused to block the Nov. 5 referendum. A WNED-TV panel discussion on the issue will be aired on Nov. 3. Henry L. Taylor, Jr., will be a panelist, and John B. Sheffer II will moderate the show.
The Buffalo News, Oct. 8, article reports on the use of stents to open clogged blood vessels and discusses the work of UB researchers at the Toshiba Stroke Research Center.
The Buffalo News, Oct. 8, article reports on a study by E. Brooke Lerner concluding that African-American use of seatbelts has risen significantly in the last 10 years. It is now as likely that African-Americans will be buckled up, as it is that Caucasians will be. Disparities in seatbelt use between men and women and passengers and drivers have continued.
The Buffalo News, Oct. 8, opinion piece suggests that Buffalo should take advantage of the publicity it is receiving in connection with the Buffalo Six, and leverage it to receive additional funding for UB's bioinformatics center, homeland security infrastructure and so forth.
The Buffalo News, Oct. 7, Inside UB:
- UB is purchasing wind-generated electrical power
- Larry Shulman plans to step down as dean of the School of Social Work in August 2003.
The Buffalo News, Oct. 6, opinion piece titled "Buffalo will thrive if the region thrives" is written by UB doctoral candidate Daniel W. Webb.
The Buffalo News, Oct. 6, article reports on the UB Bulls' loss to Western Michigan.
The Buffalo News, Oct. 6, "UB Notebook" article on Saturday's game focuses primarily on freshman tailback David Dawson.
The Buffalo News, Oct. 5, pre-game article reports on the UB vs. Western Michigan football game.
The Buffalo News, Oct. 5, article discusses Buffalo's inner-city churches, which are leading the way in the redevelopment of East Side neighborhoods. Henry Louis Taylor of the School of Architecture and Planning is quoted.
The Buffalo News, Oct. 4, article reports on the appointment of Brian Carter as dean of the School of Architecture and Planning. Elizabeth Capaldi said that Carter is interested in community work, which is essential in a city such as Buffalo, which has exceptional historic architecture.
The Buffalo News, Oct. 4, article reports on the complaints of two minority representatives on the Buffalo Economic Renaissance Corporation who voice concern about not getting information from anyone, including UB, about potential jobs for inner city residents at the Buffalo Center of Excellence in Bioinformatics.
The Buffalo News, Oct. 4, article reports on a study by James Meindl regarding President Bush's rhetoric and word usage in speeches since Sept. 11, 2001. While the president's language has become increasingly "aggressive," using words such as "leadership" and "strengthen," "enemies," and "killers," he has conspicuously refrained from using Osama bin Laden's name. Meindl say that rhetoric is one of the few remaining direct forms of leadership.
The Buffalo News, Oct. 4, sports feature about Andre Forde, receiver on the UB Bulls football team, who was out last season with a broken collarbone, but is back and doing very well, ranking in the nation's top 40 in five statistical categories.
The Buffalo News, Oct. 4, sports story about former UB Bulls quarterback Clifford Scott, who is running as a Republican for the seat being vacated by Arthur O. Eve in the New York State Assembly.
The Buffalo News, Oct. 3, article reports that nine start-up biotech companies have been formed in the area during the past year. It also mentions that the Buffalo Center of Excellence in Bioinformatics is backed by $290 million and broke ground on a new medical research complex in September. UB's Dell "cluster" is among the world's 10 fastest supercomputers. UB has also restructured its technology transfer office to help realize the commercial potential in scientists' discoveries.
The Buffalo News, Oct. 2, Inside UB:
- The State Liquor Authority has yet to take action yet against the bar implicated in the death of a Grand Island teenager who drank there, and at a UB fraternity party. UB punished the fraternity that hosted the party.
- Irving Feldman, internationally renowned poet and UB professor, won a $500,000 grant -- 10 years ago -- from the John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation. He declined to say what he used the funds for.
- Julia Butterfly, environmental activist, will speak at Slee Hall.
The Buffalo News, Oct. 2, article reports that the Buffalo Niagara Region ranked first nationally in terms of percentage of residents who identify with a particular religious denomination. Stephen Hart, adjunct professor of sociology, said that it was a misconception to think that people in the "Bible Belt" are more religious than people in the North -- there is simply more diversity of religion in the Buffalo area, including Catholics, Protestants, Jews and Muslims.
The Buffalo News, Oct. 2, article reports on the federal government's case against John Rigas and his sons. The case is moving ahead swiftly, possibly because the company is smaller and the responsible individuals easier to pinpoint. Although Enron may be a more serious scandal, is it also massively complex, said associate professor of law David Westbrook.
The Buffalo News, Oct. 2, article reports on the strategic partnership between M&T Bank and the Allied Irish Banks. The story appears to be based on a press release from Sen. Hillary Rodham Clinton's office and also mentions that UB participated in a trade mission to Ireland in March, which Clinton led. It further mentions that UB and Columbia University have formed a partnership to conduct biopharmaceutical research with Dublin City University and the Athlone Institute of Technology in Ireland. The Ireland Chamber of Commerce USA is opening a local office.
The Buffalo News, Oct. 2, article mentions UB and the Center of Excellence in Bioinformatics in a report about Bufflink, which issued a "report card" about the region's biotechnology economy.
The Buffalo News, Oct. 2, article discusses the "amazing" successes of area school soccer teams, such as Niagara, St. Bonaventure and UB.
The Buffalo News, Oct. 2, article reports that UB linebackers Bryan Cummings and Jason Coley are out indefinitely with should injuries. Both were injured during UB's game against Ohio University, which ended in a 34-32 loss for UB. Hofher said that it is possible that both could return sometime this season.
The Buffalo News, Oct. 1, entertainment article reports that TNT will air a fantasy movie, "Second String" in which the Buffalo Bills win the Super Bowl. The movie is directed by UB graduate Robert Lieberman. Lieberman will preview the film at UB during the Visiting Scholar Series.
The Buffalo News, Oct. 1, article reports that every public school in Buffalo will be required to have defibrillators on hand at sporting events, in case someone has a heart attack, and to train people to use them. The cost will be as much as $750,000. Denise Hanlon, faculty member at UB's School of Nursing, is skeptical about the reasonableness of the statutory requirement and questions how often new equipment and additional training will be required.
LOCAL BROADCAST MEDIA
RADIO
WBFO Radio
Segment reports that a doctor is suing UB.
Segment reports on the sale of the Blue Cross and Blue Shield complex to Canisius College and mentions UB.
Segment reports on the opening of the UB Bioinformatics Center.
Segment reports that a UB maintenance employee has been killed on the job.
Interview with candidate Carl McCall, discussing the issues and mentioning UB.
Segment reports that the UB Courtroom will be named for Francis Letro. Letro discusses the honor.
Interview with Jeremy Jacobs discussing the Letro Courthouse at UB.
Segment reports that the ruling on the Lackawanna 6 bail hearings is due today. Lee Albert discusses the issues.
The Lackawanna terrorist bail hearings have concluded, and Lee Albert, among others, discusses the issues.
Segment announces that Brian Carter has been hired as the new dean of architecture at UB.
Bob Dole will speak on health-care issues today in Buffalo; UB is mentioned.
Segment reports that UB has hired Brian Carter as the new dean of Architecture and Planning.
Segment on UB's use of wind power for electricity.
WBEN Radio
Segment reports that Mayor Giuliani is coming to speak at UB.
Interview with Charles Ewing on the DC sniper who shot a man waiting for a bus in Montgomery County.
The Buffalo Center of Excellence in Bioinformatics will hold its grand opening today in its facilities on Washington Street. Senator Chuck Schumer will be on hand for the event.
Segment reports that a maintenance worker at UB was killed when a steam pipe exploded in Crosby Hall on the South Campus.
UB will begin using gas-powered mini-turbines to generate electrical power, a move that is expected to save the university $70,000 per year.
Interview with Charles Ewing on the profile of the DC sniper.
Interview with Lee Albert on the bail hearing for the Lackawanna Six.
Segment reports that Katie Couric will speak at UB.
Segment reports that 5 of the 6 Lackawanna men will be held without bail. Lee Albert, among others, discusses the issues.
WNED-AM Radio
Segment reports on David Kasinski, brother of the Unibomber, who spoke at UB.
Segment reports on a steam pipe accident at Crosby Hall which killed a UB maintenance employee.
Segment reports that Mayor Masiello endorses George Pataki for Governor, and mentions UB.
Segment focuses on "Speak Up NY" for more voters. UB is mentioned.
Segment reports that 5 of the 6 Lackawanna men will be held without bail. Lee Albert, among others, discusses the issues.
Interview with Claude Welsh discussing President Bush's speech on Iraq.
TELEVISION
WGRZ-TV, Channel 2
Segment reports on African-American students receiving an award for excelling in math and science, including Adriana Crippen of UB.
Segment announces that Rudy Giuliani will speak at UB next month.
Segment reports on the special forum held by Channel 2 on the issue of downsizing the Common Council. Louis Taylor, among others, took part in the discussion.
Sports segment reports on the Bulls' game against Kent State.
Segment reports on UB's second annual How to Survive in a Buffalo Winter seminar and interviews foreign students.
Segment reports on high school students and early college admission. Interview with Regina Toomey, UB Enrollment and Planning.
Segment reports on UB's Homecoming events.
Sports segment reports on the Bulls' game against Miami.
Segment reports that the only witness to the DC sniper attacks has been discredited. UB students watch as vehicle drives by and throws something at them; they are asked to describe what just happened.
Segment reports that the Bioinformatics Center will officially open this afternoon.
Interview with Jeffrey Skolnick regarding the goal of the Buffalo Center of Excellence in Bioinformatics, which is up and running on Washington Street.
Segment reports on the investigation into a fatal maintenance accident at UB's Main Street Campus.
Segment reports that the Crosby Hall explosion killed David Schroeder, but that officials still don't know what caused the explosion.
Segment reports that Crosby Hall remains closed after the accident that killed a UB employee.
Segment reports on a steam pipe accident in Crosby Hall that killed a UB maintenance employee.
Interviews with Mike Dupre, Peter McCarthy, William Greiner, John Morris and several UB students, regarding the fatal accident of a UB employee in an explosion at Crosby Hall.
Segment reports on Katie Couric's speech at UB.
Sports segment reporting on the Bulls' game against Marshall.
Interview with Charles Patrick Ewing, discussing the DC sniper shootings.
Segment reports that Katie Couric spoke at UB as part of the Distinguished Speakers Series.
Segment reports that Sahim Alwan, the only member of the Lackawanna 6 to be granted bail, will be closely monitored. Interview with Lee Albert.
The Lackawanna terrorist bail hearings have concluded, and Lee Albert discusses the issues.
Interview with Jim Hofher discussing the Bulls' upcoming game against Western Michigan at UB.
At a Town Hall Meeting in Sardinia, wind mills are discussed and UB is shown using wind power.
Segment reports on the delay in the "Lackawanna 6" bail decision. Lee Albert discusses the case.
Segment reports on a windmill proposal that is causing concern in the Southtowns. John Russo, UB utilities manager, discuss the issues.
WIVB-TV, Channel 4
Segment reports on a meeting to discuss cracking down on college parties in the University Heights district. Interview with Dennis Black.
Segment reports that Buffalo Police have beefed up patrols in the University Heights District and shows scenes of students carrying beer cases, going to the bathroom, and running down the street. A council member said that there has been no statement of responsibility from UB, but Dennis Black said that UB cannot be the police in every community.
Segment reports that WNED-TV has received a grant to establish a digital learning channel and mentions UB.
Segment reports on the Russia Theater Hostage Crisis and how it has affected local residents like UB graduate Vlad Zarayskiv.
Sports segment reports on the Bulls' game against Kent State.
Segment reports on UB students going to Washington to protest war in Iraq.
Segment reports on a study at UB on irritable bowel syndrome and interviews Leonard Katz.
Segment reports on student and staff from UB who participated in Take Back the Night, Buffalo.
Sports segment reports on the Bulls' game against Miami.
Segment reports on the opening of the UB Bioinformatics Center, and includes as interview with Jeffrey Skolnick.
Segment reports the name of the UB employee killed in an explosion at Crosby Hall.
Interview with William Greiner regarding the accident at Crosby Hall and the subsequent clean-up.
Segment reports that Crosby Hall will be closed for the week while repairs after an explosion are completed.
Segment reports on the debate regarding the casino, held at the Buffalo Science Museum. Dr. Henry Louis Taylor joins the discussion whether or not to open the Seneca Casino.
Segment reports on a steam pipe accident at Crosby Hall that killed a UB maintenance employee.
Sports segment reporting on the Bulls' game against Marshall.
Segment reports that the UB Courtroom will be named for Francis Letro. Letro discusses the honor.
Segment reports on Francis Letro's $1 million donation to UB Law School.
Segment reports that UB is tapping into wind energy. Walter Simpson discusses buying wind power from a wind farm.
Segment reports on "Obesity in America" and interviews Frederick Munschauer.
Segment reports that five of the six Lackawanna men will be held without bail. Lee Albert discusses the legal issues.
Segment interviews Rommel Dinkha, an Iraqi student at UB, who hopes that problems can be solved peacefully, after President Bush's speech on Iraq.
Segment reports that the Lackawanna 6 bail hearings have concluded; UB is mentioned.
Segment updates the report on four people arrested in Michigan and Oregon for allegedly supporting the Taliban. John Walker Lindh was sentenced today. Lee Albert discusses the case.
Segment reports on a medical convention being held at the Adam's Mark Hotel. Speaker Bob Dole said that people have to talk to their doctor. Frederick Munschauer said that doctors are waiting for patients to come to them.
Segment reports that college life is causing complaints by the residents of the University Heights district. UB students and residents are trying to work out their differences. Council member Betty Jean Grant said that there is no concrete responsibility from the university.
UB is mentioned in a segment regarding the war on terrorism.
Segment regarding the problems between UB students and University Heights residents; UB Greek life is blamed for the neighborhood rowdiness. Danis Gehl, UB spokesperson, says banding together will make a difference. Betty Jean Grant, council member says UB is not showing a concrete responsibility.
Segment on UB's use of wind power for electricity.
WKBW-TV, Channel 7
Sports segment reports that Canisius College has eliminated its football program and seven other sports. Interview with Canisius College management and with Jim Hofher discussing the situation.
Sports segment reports on the Bulls' game against Kent State.
Segment reports on a radiation kit telemarketing pitch that currently is targeting Western New Yorkers. Alan Lockwood discusses the kit.
Segment reports on college students leaving UB for a peace rally that some fear may turn violent. David Coffee is the trip organizer.
Sports segment reports on the Bulls' game against Miami. Interview with Coach Hofher.
Segment updates the DC sniper case; Charles Patrick Ewing of UB discusses the issues and answers callers' questions.
Segment reports on the opening of the UB Bioinformatics Center.
Segment reports on UB's Homecoming Carnival.
Segment reporting on UB Homecoming Week; interview with Rob Lieberman, graduate of UB and director of a fantasy movie regarding the Buffalo Bills.
Segment reports that officials are investigating the cause of the Crosby Hall explosion in which a UB employee died. William Greiner discusses the accident.
Segment reports that UB officials are investing the fatal accident yesterday in which David Schrader of Eden was killed.
Segment reports on a steam pipe accident in Crosby Hall that killed a UB maintenance employee.
Sports segment reporting on UB's game against Marshall.
Segment reports that enrollment is up at UB and other colleges.
Sports segment reports the results of the Bulls' game against Marshall.
Sports interview with Coach Hofher, discussing the Bulls.
Segment reports that the UB Courtroom will be named for Francis Letro. Letro, a UB graduate, made a $1 million donation to the law school. (Repeated)
Segment reports on the University Heights District meeting taking place tonight, focusing on the growing crime problem and mentioning UB.
Segment reports on another sniper shooting in Virginia; Charles Ewing is in the studio to take calls.
Segment reports that UB is holding a mental-health screening day.
Jean Wactawski-Wende discusses the Roswell Park Star Breast Cancer program.
Sports segment reports that the Bulls will play Marshall this week.
The UB Bulls will play against Western Michigan; Bulls Gary Darnell, Dave Dawson, Randall Secky, and Kendrick Moresley and Coach Hofher discuss the game.
Segment reporting on UB students making the rounds at University Heights; Resident Dowing discusses the issues.
Coach Jim Hofher discusses the UB Bulls.
Segment reports that the Lackawanna 6 bail hearings are continuing and mentions UB.
Mike Frisch and Jessie Schnell discuss the Grain Elevator Project Meetings.
UB's Green organization celebrated all things earth-friendly and made recycling and alternative-fuels information available.
WNLO-TV, Channel 23
Segment reports on UB students going to Washington to protest war in Iraq.
Segment reports on student and staff from UB who participated in Take Back the Night.
Segment reports on the opening of UB's temporary Center of Excellence in Bioinformatics on Washington Street.
Segment reports on the debate regarding the casino, held at the Buffalo Science Museum. Dr. Henry Louis Taylor is being called obstructionist for raising issues against the opening of the Seneca Casino.
Segment reports on a steam pipe accident at Crosby Hall which killed a UB maintenance employee.
UB is mentioned in a segment regarding the Upstate New York Transplant Services, which is holding its awards dinner in Amherst.
Segment reports that five of the six Lackawanna men will be held without bail. Lee Albert discusses the legal issues.
Segment interviews Rommel Dinkha, Iraqi student at UB, who hopes that problems can be solved peacefully, after President Bush's speech on Iraq.
Segment reports on the college parties being held in the University Heights district, and the complaints from area residents concerning drunk students.
Segment reports on UB's use of wind power for a portion of its electricity.
WPXJ-TV, Channel 19
Segment reports on the Buffalo Common Council downsizing debate held on Channel 2. Henry Louis Taylor said that cutting the council won't change how the city works.
Segment reports on UB's How to Survive in a Buffalo Winter seminar and interviews foreign students.
Segment reports on a steam pipe accident at Crosby Hall which killed a UB maintenance employee. William Greiner and Mike Dupre discuss the cause of the explosion and the investigation into the accident.
Segment reports on another sniper shooting in Virginia; Charles Ewing shares his thoughts on the sniper and discusses the issues.
Segment reports that the Alzheimer's Association is holding a meeting at UB.
Segment reports that John Walker Lindh was sentenced. Lee Albert discusses the case.
UB is mentioned in a debate over windmill construction.
REGIONAL RADIO
WROW Radio (Albany)
Interview with Charles Ewing on the DC sniper who shot a man waiting for a bus in Montgomery County.
