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Meet the Candidates: UB Council student representative NEWS DESK EDITORS The UB Council serves as the primary oversight and advisory body to UB and its president and senior officers. Among the regular duties of the council are reviewing all major plans and activities of the university in the areas of academics, student life, finances, buildings and grounds, as well as making recommendations and regulations for the benefit of the university in matters of community and alumni relations, according to the UB Council’s website. The UB Council consists of 10 members: nine appointed by the Governor of New York for seven-year terms and one elected by the students for each academic year. The UB Council student representative election will take place online beginning Tuesday morning. Polls open at 12 a.m. Tuesday and close at 5 p.m. Thursday. The official results will be announced Thursday via email.
Name: Chris Atkinson Year: Ph.D. Candidate Major: American studies Chris Atkinson feels his maturity, experience and personal strength qualify him to be the next student council representative. Atkinson – a law school graduate and Ph.D. candidate who holds a master’s in history – is the current president of Sub Board, Inc. (SBI), a student-owned and operated not-for-profit corporation funded by UB’s various student governments. He cites his experience working with numerous student government organizations. He plans to create an agenda for council meetings with elected student representatives and meet with different organizations to create cohesiveness between different entities. Atkinson feels students do not know much about the student council representative position because there is a divide among the student body – among majors,
economic classes and degree types. “This weakens us in the discussion of student fees, safety and long- and short-term planning,” he said. He wants to alleviate parking congestion during class peak hours, increase campus safety and strengthen student voices and concerns when it comes to campus renovations and space allocations. He also plans to work with dining services to decrease food costs and increase food options. Finally, he wants to bring students together to talk about student fees and plans when it comes to their college degrees in order to increase their value. “The decisions made today will impact your degree tomorrow,” he said.
Name: Terasa Hall Year: Junior Major: Biological sciences Terasa Hall’s passion for the UB student body stems from her childhood focus on education. As someone born and raised in Buffalo, Hall said she understands the kind of changes UB needs. “Education is something that’s given and can’t be taken away,” Hall said. “Once you get it, it’s inside of you forever.” Hall wants to focus on UB’s transportation and bring about greater awareness of the public transportation students can take to downtown Buffalo. She also wants to implement a new bus line that goes directly from campus to downtown, similar to the Mall/ Market or Late Night buses. Communication between students and UB Council is a key component for Hall. She plans to increase the interaction through email and talking to students in person. Hall believes she has the qualifications because she was class president of her junior and senior class in high school. This experience motivated her to pursue the position.
‘I am the Cosmos’ ANNE MULROONEY
Asst. Features Editor
With her crystal rings, sparkling laugh and starry eyes, her parents have always said, “all that glitters is Lexi.” Alexis Katz, a junior English major, has been drawn to all things shiny and positive since she was a little girl. She is one of many UB students unafraid of sporting uncommon style. Her style reflects her spirituality – she believes the crystals she wears contain healing qualities, and the handmade clothes in her wardrobe contain a sacred story, linked to creation and self-expression. As a stylist at Free People, an artist and a poet, Katz believes true beauty comes from a sense of freedom and happiness. “I operate under the enlightening mindset that I am the Cosmos,” Katz said. “That sense of
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Her family has played a big part on the kind of goals Hall takes on. And being the only person in her family to go to college straight after high school, Hall said she is “beating the statistics.” “I wanted to show that I can do greater and better things, not just as an individual, but also as a person from UB,” Hall said.
Name: David Harary Year: Junior Major: Economics and international trade David Harary understands, if elected, his power is limited. But he plans to use the title of UB Council student representative to talk to higher administration members and get conversation started between them and the students. Harary is planning to create “student advisory committees.” Marketing UB as a cohesive school is a large part of his platform because he believes it is important in promoting academic growth. “We should be branding the university together,” Harary said. “And that’s just really bringing people together, and having communication across the table.” As a student from Massachusetts, Harary wants to increase the enrollment of out-of-state students at UB. He believes, through this increase, UB will have the greater national presence that it deserves for being a large and diverse research school. He has already talked to Vice Provost of Enrollment Lee H. Melvin, Vice President of Communications Nancy Paton and President Satish Tripathi about his concerns. Harary is involved in multiple clubs and organizations, including being an economic research assistant in the Food Systems Planning and Healthy Communities Lab, founder and president of the Undergraduate Geography Association, treasurer of European Union and treasurer of True Blue. He is also a member of UB Democrats, UB Republicans, Model United Nations and Delta Sigma Pi – a professional business fraternity. He is also a J. Scott Fleming Scholar. SEE CANDIDATES, PAGE 2
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UB’s union approves resolution to make UB Foundation more transparent SAM FERNANDO
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The Buffalo Center Chapter of the United University Professions (UUP), UB’s union representing academic and professional employees, came to a resolution last Friday requesting the UB Foundation (UBF) be more transparent in and accountable for its financial decisions. UBF is a non-profit, private organization that handles the millions of dollars in donations UB receives annually. The organization legally does not have to disclose any financial records because it is a separate entity from UB. The resolution states: “Accountability and transparency in decisions regarding spending for public purposes by public officials is vital to maintaining public trust and excellence in public institutions such as the University at Buffalo. Be it resolved that the Buffalo Center Chapter of the UUP requests that University at Buffalo demonstrate its leadership in public accountability and transparency by making available records of budgets, revenue, spending, and related policies involving UB Foundation funds as if those records were subject to the proposed FOIL legislation.” The Spectrum contacted UBF Executive Director Ed Schneider, who said he was unfamiliar with UUP’s resolution. He said he “welcomes the dialogue” but declined comment for the time being. “Though technically UBF and its affiliates are private, the money they are stewards over has been contributed, one way or another, mostly by New York State citizens,” said James Holstun, an English professor and member of UUP. “The owners of UB, like the owners of SUNY, are the citizens of the state and they have the right to know how their state university is being run – and if it’s being run in an honest and responsible way or an irresponsible way.” Martha McCluskey, a law professor, faculty senator and member of UUP, brought the issues forward at a UUP meeting. She said UUP supports the proposed New York State legislation that would include foundations like UB’s under the definition of a “state agency.” According to the law, these entities would be subject to Free-
dom of Information Law (FOIL) requests. Jim Serwinowski, UUP’s communication officer, said the resolution was met with support from the majority of those who attended the meeting. He said he couldn’t speak on behalf of UUP but he could as a union member. “We don’t have any power to do anything. We aren’t an oversight committee or anything like that,” Serwinowski said. “It was more in line to keep what is in the best interest of people involved with the university. [UUP] want[s] to see that the money isn’t being funneled to different groups who are opposed to university initiatives.” Holstun said he was heavily involved in both this resolution and the Faculty Senate’s similar decision in December 2013. He said informing the UB community about this pressing issue is important and that is one reason he is passionate about this initiative. “We work at a university. And at a university, ideas are suppose d to matter, not just corporate power,” Holstun said. “We are trying to remind the UB administration in Capen Hall that they run a university, too. It’s not all about power and secrecy and who has the most money. And it’s not all about profits; it’s about education.” Holstun spoke at the meeting in favor of the resolution. He told union members of various UBF happenings in the news, including an illegal $2,560 campaign contribution UBF gave Congressman Chris Collins. The matter was resolved with Collins’ campaign returning the money to UBF. “People can invoke the idea that this is a private corporation. But it isn’t a private corporation without any responsibility,” Holstun said. “It is a big pot of money, and the people who are supposedly the stewards of it need to be transparent to the people whose money it is. It’s as basic as that, and it’s time for a change.” Paul Zarembka, a former president and grievance officer for academics of the UUP and current member of the union, said the resolutions are used to “guide an institution as to its program of action.” email: news@ubspectrum.com
Katz exudes positivity, spirituality in her personal style wonder resides within my being as well. Spirituality and style are linked within my life because that sense of wonderment can be explored through a self-expression of dress.” Katz nurtures her spirituality through the practice of crystal energy healing on a daily basis. She believes crystals have the power to clear toxic energy holes within people, transforming them into clean and open energy fields. During Katz’s morning meditations, she works with crystals to maintain a sense of balance in her life. Crystal healing is an example of “alternative medicine,” meaning the procedures and ideologies practiced are alternative to what most Americans turn to when they need health care. According to the findings of Marcel Vogel, a former research scientist at IBM and the establisher of the Psychic Research Institute in San Jose, Calif.,
crystals can be used to balance and harmonize the body’s energy field. The tradition is mostly inspired from ancient cultures, and Katz incorporates these long-revered crystals into her everyday wardrobe and rituals. Although the Encyclopedia of Occultism and Parapsychology does not currently consider crystal healing valid medical therapy, Katz says the practice has helped her emotional and physical sense of being. “All the jewelry I wear has a journey with it, a sense of itself within this world, especially crystals,” Katz said. “Sometimes I’ll be with a piece of jewelry and feel the sense that the specimens that make up the piece have been on this earth much longer than I have. Wearing them brings a sense of balance for me.” Matthew Gelb, a senior environmental studies major, has been
dating Katz for two years. He said her style was “absolutely a part of what drew [him] to [her] at first.” He first saw her on the dance floor at a jam club party, while the band was covering Phish’s “Wolfman’s Brother.” “I loved her style,” Gelb said. “I could feel some of her vibes just from her style … it was an instant connection on many levels.” Katz draws inspiration from many fashion icons, and she is especially drawn to the style of Jade Castrinos, the tambourine player for Edward Sharpe and the Magnetic Zeroes. Katz’s own style has inspired and influenced others, including Gelb. “My style has definitely been influenced by Lexi,” Gelb said. “Before I met her, my style was completely different – plaid shirts, spiked and messy hair and whatnot. Continued to Page 2
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Continued from page 1: Candidates tice and the UB Council student representative. After discussing student issues with COAL, she plans to hold an open-forum type meeting for students to voice concerns. She has spoken to Student Life’s Student Activities Associate Mike Lewis to see if the i dea is feasible, and he said it was. She then will compile a report to bring to the UB Council. Khan stresses the importance of transparency and accountability, and she plans to have reports ready for students about what happens in each of the meetings she attends. Name: Minahil Khan Year: Sophomore Major: Communication and political science Minahil Khan says she has learned how to advocate for other people through the various leadership positions she has held at UB. These experiences inspired her to run for UB Council student representative. “I truly believe this is a position not about pushing your own agenda forward or advocating what you believe the university needs, but [it is about] the people you represent,” she said. “So, my goal is to create an open forum with the students and be the facilitator while connecting students to administration.” If elected, Khan, the current SISH council coordinator and an SA senator, plans to reinvigorate the Council Of Advocacy and Leadership (COAL) – a group consisting of the leaders of UB’s seven student governments, the Student-Wide Judiciary chief jus-
Name: Arielle Mendelson Year: Freshman Major: Psychology Arielle Mendelson believes that as a freshman, she has three years to work toward bettering UB. Her goals are to implement a reduced fee or free meal plan for students who are not able to afford the price, to improve facilities in residence halls – specifically the
elevators – and to fix seats in classrooms. In order to accomplish this, Mendelson plans to access UB’s pool of alumni to ask them to sponsor some of these programs. “I’m not speaking on everyone’s behalf, but most alumni are proud because UB got them where they are, and they are going to want to support things that we want to do,” she said. Mendelson is a member of the Rules Committee in the SA Assembly, in which she plays a part in altering UB’s constitution. She is also vice president of Richmond Hall Council, a marketing intern for Hillel – the center for Jewish life on campus – and a note taker for Accessibility Resources. She said her experience from being a part of her high school’s student government would carry over to help her succeed in this role. “Leadership experience always shapes people, and I feel like this is definitely going to shape who I am as a leader, even more so than I already was,” she said. Name: James Podwika Year: 3-2 Undergraduate/Master’s degree Major: Business administration James Podwika is currently the Common Area Damage representative of Campus Living. He has met with Andrea Costantino, the director of Campus Living, and Jacqueline Hollins, the director of Student Advising, through this position. He believes those discussions have shown him how to facilitate help for students. Podwika did not participate in an interview with The Spectrum.
Continued from page 1: Cosmos She introduced me and made me comfortable with a style that has been within me for a long time. She opened that part of me up.” Lindsay Stickney, the senior stylist at Free People Buffalo, has worked with Katz for a year and a half. She also appreciates how Katz’s style influences customers and coworkers, affectionately referring to her as the “Janis Joplin” of the store. “Her style is distinct and perfect for the company because she embodied one of Free People’s ‘girls’ – ‘Meadow.’ Meadow is a very boho, ’70s-inspired feel: maxi skirts, prints, hats,” Stickney said in an email. “She always has an earthy vibe and relays that through stories
and motions. She brings a naturistic side to the store.” Katz has gone through many fashion “phases,” and her current style was prompted with an exploration of self-love, a philosophy she never intends to abandon. “Once I re-focused my pleasure on my own comfort and not an outside source for what I should be wearing, things shaped up,” Katz said. “My bohemian nature began to show in my outer expression. I have always been fascinated with textiles and fabrics, and the beauty someone’s hands can create will always amaze me.” email: features@ubspectrum.com
CORRECTION: In the April 11 issue of The Spectrum, in the article “A fantasy play place: SARPA to host 25th annual UBCon,” the first quote should have been attributed to SARPA Vice President Timothy Cerny rather than SARPA President Tyler Linn. The Spectrum regrets this error.
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OPINION STAR ATHLETE ACCUSED OF RAPE; BOTCHED INVESTIGATION PRECLUDES CHARGES Report On Investigation Into Florida State Star QB Reveals Flaws, Oversights An appallingly bungled police investigation and inexcusable Florida State University mishandling of a rape accusation broke into the spotlight Wednesday following a New York Times report. The report dragged the reprehensible institutional failure into the mainstream, bringing conversations on college sexual assaults and the near deification of star student-athletes to the collective fore. Whether a crime was committed – that the accuser and accused engaged in sexual activity is near certain – may never be legally confirmed. Public attention is now focused on the indefensible conduct of Tallahassee, Fla., police and Florida State. Rightly so, as after the flawed investigations into the alleged 2012 rape by star quarterback Jameis Winston, a trial into the rising star’s alleged actions appears unlikely. The alleged rape occurred Dec. 7, 2012. Once a sufficient investigation by local prosecutors was conducted near-
ly one year later, crucial evidence was lost, precluding a trial. Reasons for police and university failures are debatable, though not for lack of reasonable motives. The impunity of studentathletes has become a common issue across campuses. Whether for money or prestige, preferential treatment amounts to a travesty of injustice. That both institutions failed the accuser, student body and general public is clear. Dec. 7, 2012, the victim alerts police to a rape early that morning. DNA was collected from her while she was bruised and distraught, and details were given on the attack. The victim identified Winston as the attacker after seeing him in class a month later. Two weeks later, police followed up – with a phone call – but nothing came of it. More than two months after the incident, the investigator closed the case, without an interview with Winston and without collecting
his DNA, citing “lack of cooperation” from the victim. The police work was mishandled – inexcusably so. Adopting a generally blasé attitude toward the accusations by failing to follow reasonable leads and adequately question the suspect, the Tallahassee Police Department demonstrated incompetence if not negligence. Nearly a year after the events, a local media storm over the case erupted, sparking prosecutors to delve into the case. DNA was collected from Winston and matched that collected off the victim many months ago. Since January, however, vital evidence was lost to time – a video of the sexual encounter erased, videos from the bar where Winston and his accuser had met no longer available and memories sketchy at best. The failings and misconduct of the police department disallowed correction and a fair trial to reveal the truth.
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The media attention dragged out the worst side of a college campus. Social media flared with students defending Winston, condemning the accuser as a liar. It was revealed the athletic department knew of the rape allegation in Jan. 2013 and conducted no investigation. Vilifying the victim is a troubling trend on its face, indicative of a dangerous culture in how we approach rape that begs change. The failure of university administrators to report the sexual assault, in violation of federal Title IX, could cost it federal funding, and should cost at least a loss of respect. Whether Winston committed a crime is, regrettably, a moot point in lieu of an adequate investigation and possibility for trial. The university and police department, however, should be held accountable. Athletes, no matter their stature, are not above the law. email: editorial@ubspectrum.com
Low student voter turnout inhibits representation UB Council student representative election to take place next week Voting for the UB Council Student Representative opens next week, despite general lack of awareness among students about what the position is or that it is even elected. The University Council Student Representative election has suffered from embarrassingly low voter turnout in years past, despite being held online and allowing participation from undergraduates and postgraduates. Nearly 30,000 students are eligible to vote each year; about 2-3 percent actually do. UB Council, required by state law, is made up of 10 members. Nine are appointed by the governor and the final is appointed by our votes. The council is charged with overseeing the largest and most significant decisions of the university president, advisory
board and senior officers. They also suggest regulations. Our student representative acts as the sole voice of the student body on the council, the singular representative of our feelings on issues that irreversibly shift university action and policy. If as little as 2 percent of the student body is represented at the polls, however, there is little certainty that we are all being represented. The appointed members of the Council speak for a variety of community stakeholders. Concerns and desires of the student body are likely far from the minds of most members, giving the student representative the complete responsibility to speak on our behalf. Our current representative, Daniel Ovadia, took the position in 2012, with a total of 341 votes.
He was re-elected the following year with 242 votes, beating his opponent by just eight. Though the past two years reveal the laughably low number of votes cast, they also highlight the thin margins that turn these elections, emphasizing the need to become informed on the council, position and candidates. Ultimately, the lack of visibility of the position and the general ignorance of the role are causing the low turnout. Though something can be said for students taking a more proactive role in educating themselves on elected student positions, with numbers so low there is clearly a structural deficit. Whoever is elected this year should make active outreach and education his/her top priority. This election cycle has drawn
more candidates than years past – six students, five undergraduates and one Ph.D. candidate are vying for the position. The interest is understandable given the benefits it affords those elected, providing both meaningful professional experience and networking potential. This election is less glamorous than the Student Association elections, to be sure, but the role is vital for our views and concerns to be heard by those that have power to change policies. Polls open online Tuesday and close Thursday. The website to vote and view candidate platforms is www.student-affairs.buffalo.edu/vote/. email: editorial@ubspectrum.com
Emboldening style in the pursuit of truth AARON MANSFIELD Editor in Chief
When I consider the things I love about college (and there are many), style emerges among the foremost. I’m not talking about fashion sense; I’m talking about style. Everyone has it. Aura. Personality. Pizzazz. Your individual bravura, unlike anybody else’s. Going to college acts as an impetus for identity – discovering your own, coming into contact with others. Although many of us spent high school concerned with the opinions of others, calculating our every move based on how it would impact our social status (I regret my Hollister phase) (don’t lie, you had one too), we grow out of that apprehension in college. At this point in life, we finally start truly discovering who we are. As we pursue a career and specialized area of focus – and if we’re doing it right, we’re studying that which we’re most passionate about – we cultivate our interests and discern what really matters to us.
What I’m trying to say is, college helps us develop style. Style: what a great word. It extends so far beyond clothing. Of course, the way you dress factors into the equation, but so do the music and movies you claim as your favorite, your scent, the establishments you frequent, your posture, the way you respond to bad news. Your style is you – all of you, even the bad parts. Here at The Spectrum, that concept intrigues us. For that reason, today we are publishing our firstever Style Issue. This newspaper is not intended to be a guide that informs you of how to live properly; heaven help our vanity if we assumed we had that wisdom. It is intended to share our staff ’s style with you, to give a quick glimpse into UB’s culture in 2014 (I’ll bet this issue will be amusing to people in 20 years) and to encourage you to proudly embody your own style. We are sharing who we are in hopes that it’ll embolden you to share who you are. Marianne Williamson put it aptly: “As we let our own light shine, we unconsciously give other people
permission to do the same.” You should be proud of who you are, proud to let your light shine. Not arrogant, but proud. Self-aware. Self-awareness goes a long way in perfecting and amplifying style. To get to a state of full awareness – and I’m not quite sure we’ll ever totally get there – we must reflect and ask questions. What makes you happy? Why do you enjoy dressing the way you do? What do you like about your favorite musician? What from your past has conditioned you to eat the type of food you eat? Are you representing your real style or trying to impress others? It’s easy to go through life without asking these questions, but they are important to consider. When you find these answers and discover the motivation behind the way you portray yourself, you become more comfortable with who you are. This comfort generates confidence. And confidence changes everything. It can captivate a room. It can help you overcome re-
markable odds and reverse negative fortunes. Most importantly, it alters your perspective on life. If you’re insecure and someone makes a joke about your shirt, you’re going to dwell on those words for the rest of the day and harbor a grudge. If you’re confident and that same scenario plays out, you’ll laugh it off and that will be that. You won’t hesitate to wear it again, and you won’t hold the situation against that person, recognizing the insult probably came from a place of insecurity. To summarize: the topic of the day is style. Self-awareness produces style, and style breeds confidence. And this entire positive chain leads to truth. When we proudly proclaim who we are, we share our truth with the world. We are fully honest. We don’t get long to try out this life thing. It’s important to leave an imprint with our truth at every opportunity. email: aaron.mansfield@ubspectrum.com
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À La Mode: Édition Spécial Spectrum Style
by EMMA JANICKI
Asst. Features Editor
There’s a special moment when you pull on your favorite outfit and just feel like you. You don’t second-guess yourself and you don’t need to hear anyone else’s opinion to know you look great. Our editors make their clothing choices because they are who they are. Editor’s Note: Read the full article on The Spectrum editors’ style, with descriptions of their clothing selections and advice, at ubspectrum.com.
Aaron Mansfield Joe Konze, Jr. “I’m always running at 100 percent and when I’m onstage, I’m performing, my adrenaline is at its highest point. I’m already sweating; I feel free. I embrace my style when I play with my band, Maritime Law. I like to keep it simple and casual. I’d wear sweatpants if I could.”
“Sure, it takes more effort than sweats, but guys get a special feeling wearing a suit; everything in the world looks more beautiful. People say things like, ‘I wish I had a reason to dress up every day.’ The way I see it, that is your reason: you want to.”
Chad cooper “From my hair to my clothing, being a photographer definitely influences how I look and what I wear on a daily basis.”
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Ben Tarhan “I try to present myself as professionally as possible every day. My style is straightforward and clean. Generally if I’m not wearing a suit and tie, I’m wearing a polo or a V-neck t-shirt.”
Anthony Hilbert “Style is all about portraying an image of
yourself to those around you. If I have learned anything about style – you can either let your position in the world define how you look or define yourself to the world.”
Brian Keschinger “As the creative director, I like to wear weird shirts that are funny while also mixing it up and breaking out a flashy suit now and then.”
“Really when I get myself dressed, I just think, It’s not Friday night yet, right? Until it’s the weekend and I’m going out or going out in a planned manner during the week, I don’t worry about how I look. Even then, I’ll usually just toss on one of the first clean collared shirts or a nicer short sleeve shirt and a pair of jeans that are hopefully clean.”
Brian Windschitl “I’m high fashion.”
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Aline Kobayashi “As a photographer, I like to dress as if I am going to be in front of the camera. I want to impress people but also be in a comfortable outfit that allows me to do my job.”
Lisa Khoury “I think college journalists face an inherent issue of not being taken seriously – be it by university administrators, staff or peers. Fashion is about expressing yourself and having fun, but it’s also about how you want others to perceive you – so presenting myself professionally is important.”
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Amanda Low “Style can be a very personal topic, because most of the time, the kind of clothes you wear can reflect who you are. But I also believe quick judgments shouldn’t be made if someone’s style just seems different from the norm. I think, most of all, it’s important to be comfortable with what you’re wearing, because in the end, it’s only a piece of colored cloth.”
Sara DiNatale “It’s figuring out the balance between how you want to dress and how you have to dress in certain situations. Outside of the office, I like to have a style that’s more free-spirited. I describe my style as ‘comfortable chic.’”
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Samaya Abdus-Salaam “My style is very reflective of my mood, so most of my closet is bright, patterned, fun and comfortable.”
Keren Baruch “I’m not really inspired by anything except for what I see in the mirror. I spent too many years focused on what was ‘in’ style and not on what made me feel comfortable and confident.”
“One of my favorite decades of style was definitely the ’90s – everything is just so comfortable! But when I say ’90s, I don’t mean Clueless, I mean Kate Moss and Drew Barrymore. They make jeans, tshirts and leather jackets look effortlessly cool.”
Madelaine Britt “Don’t let anyone tell you what to do in fashion or in life.”
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Quick Hits Tennis closes out regular season; Gallardo wins MAC East Player of the Week
Baseball (16-12, 7-4 MidAmerican Conference) After having their home opener doubleheader against Niagara (10-21, 3-7 Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference) canceled Tuesday, the Bulls travel to Kent State (23-12, 9-3 MAC) this weekend for a three-game series. The first game is set for Friday at 6 p.m. Softball (20-17, 4-2 MAC) The Bulls close out their 10game home stand this weekend with series against Bowling Green (19-20, 5-5 MAC) and Toledo (14-27, 5-6 MAC). The Bulls face the Falcons for a doubleheader Friday beginning at 1 p.m. followed by games against the Rockets Saturday at 2 p.m. and Sunday at 1 p.m. Tuesday, senior shortstop Sammi Gallardo was named the MAC East Player of the Week after she amassed six home runs and eight
RBIs in a six-game stretch. Gallardo also set the program’s single-season home run record (11) with her two home run performance against Eastern Michigan April 12. Men’s Tennis (11-5, 1-1 MAC) After not competing last weekend, the Bulls return this weekend to close out the regular season on the road against Northern Illinois (17-5, 3-0 MAC) Friday and Ball State (11-11, 1-2 MAC) Sunday. Both matches are set for 1 p.m. Women’s Tennis (13-5, 4-3 MAC) The Bulls close out their regular season Saturday on the road against Akron (10-14, 0-7 MAC). The match is set for 1 p.m. Yusong Shi, The Spectrum Senior Tanvi Shah is the Bulls’ No. 1 singles player. The Bulls are 13-5 this season and close the regular season this weekend on the road.
more fundamentally sound than last year.” The defensive line will include familiar faces, such as juniors Kristjan Sokoli and Dalton Barksdale. Fellow junior defensive lineman Tedroy Lynch will likely be called upon to replace some of the lost production. “Colby [Way] and Beau [Bachtelle], they helped us a lot last year. Replacing those two starters won’t be easy, but we got guys who are working hard to get there,” Sokoli said. Buffalo hosts its spring game Saturday. Although the squad has been playing at live speed and tackling during practice, this is the defense’s first opportunity to
play in an environment similar to the game-day atmosphere. Skinner said he and the entire defense are excited for the opportunity to prove there won’t be any lag from last season. “We are feeling good,” Skinner said. “We are definitely going to be flying around. I think that’s one thing, as a unit we really don’t hold back. If we make a mistake, it’s going to be at 100 miles per hour and there’s going to be a lot of hitting.” Buffalo’s spring game is set for 2 p.m. at UB Stadium. The event is free for the public and all students. email: sports@ubspectrum.com
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Editor’s Note: The Spectrum is ranking the staff ’s choice for the top 10 UB athletes in the Division I era throughout a series of 10 issues. This series is admittedly subjective and debatable, and our selections are intended to create a conversation. Kourtney Brown is synonymous with Buffalo women’s basketball. Before Brown reunited with the Bulls in her current position as an assistant coach, she was rewriting the women’s basketball record books. Brown played at UB from 2006-11. After playing in all 29 games as a freshman, she tore her ACL and medically redshirted as a sophomore. She ended her career as Buffalo’s leader in games, points, rebounds and blocks. She also finished in the top three in field goal percentage and points per game. Surprisingly, she was lightly recruited out of high school. “When I first came here, I just really wanted to play,” Brown said. “I didn’t have these grand goals and great accomplishments I wanted to make. I think I said I wanted to set the record for blocked shots; that was the one goal I had.” From 2008-11, it’s hard to find a category that didn’t feature Brown as the leader. Brown led Buffalo in points, rebounds, field goal percentage, steals and blocks in all three of these seasons. She led the team in blocks in the 2006-07 season as well. She totaled 1,995 points, 1,124 rebounds and 260 blocks in her 123 games with the Bulls. All four are program records, and
Lightly recruited forward finishes career as one of the best players in MAC history
Courtesy of Paul Hokanson, UB Athletics Kourtney Brown’s greatest season came in 2010-11, when she dominated the Mid-American Conference and averaged 22.1 points and 11.6 rebounds per game. The MAC Player of the Year was named an All-American Honorable Mention.
her 260 blocks rank No. 1 in Mid-American Conference history. Brown’s 16.2 points per game average is the best by a basketball player at UB in the D-1 era. “Setting all those records is
crazy, like beyond belief crazy,” Brown said. “I couldn’t believe I was able to do all that.” Brown’s greatest season both individually and for the team came in 2010-11. She averaged
22.1 points per game and 11.6 rebounds. She also shot 58.9 percent from the field, recorded 54 steals and 104 blocks and won MAC Player of the Year. She was an All-American Honorable Mention. The Bulls finished the season 16-16, including an 8-8 record in MAC competition, and advanced to the Women’s Basketball Invitational postseason tournament. It was only the second time Buffalo finished .500 in the MAC. “Coming into school initially, I didn’t have a lot of schools that wanted me,” Brown said. “I didn’t have a lot of offers, so to say that I could be the best player in a conference that’s filled with a bunch of great players, it was humbling. It was a truly humbling experience and motivation for me for a long time.” While sitting out her sophomore year due to a torn ACL, Brown learned more about the game than ever before. She was able to listen closely and absorb all the little things her coaches talk about during games, because she didn’t have to worry about the pressures of playing. It was the first serious injury of her playing career, but it inspired her to work harder for her remaining three seasons. She also capitalized on the extra time by earning a degree in both computer engineering and electrical engineering. After graduation, Brown played in Spain for one season. Much like she did in Buffalo, she turned a struggling team into a winner. Her Cáceres team had only won seven games the year before. In 2011-12, the team went 24-7 and lost in the semifinals. Brown averaged more than
No. 10: Branden Oliver Football 2010-14
20 points and 10 rebounds that season. The following year, she was offered an assistant coaching position at UB. Despite great success in Spain, she decided to return to her alma mater. “This was a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity,” Brown said. “This university had given me so much in the five years that I was there. It would be kind of selfish of me to not come back and give it all I can.” She works primarily with the post players and serves as the main game-day scout. Brown’s 2010-11 season still ranks as one of the best years in program history. She captured single-season school records for points (708), points per game (22.1), rebounds (372) and blocks (104). The Bulls also won more games that year than in the previous two seasons combined. Now, she looks to further the women’s basketball program as a coach. Brown hopes to coach the players who break her records. email: sports@ubspectrum.com
Bulls aim to maintain lock-down secondary JORDAN GROSSMAN
Staff Writer
This year’s Bulls team will need to replace a player who had a strong voice in the locker room and doubled as the best shutdown cornerback on the team, and arguably the best in the conference. Senior corner Najja Johnson is one of the two 2013 first-team All-Mid-American Conference players (along with Khalil Mack) on the Bulls’ defense who will not return due to graduation. With seniors like Johnson, Derek Brim and Okoye Houston no longer playing, the football team will rely on groomed veterans and young players to step into the defensive secondary. “You can’t replace guys like Mack and Johnson, but you can learn and mimic their ethics,” said junior cornerback Cortney Lester, who played across from Johnson for three years. Johnson led the team in pass
Chad Cooper, The Spectrum Junior defensive back Cortney Lester reels in an interception against Eastern Michigan last season. The Bulls defeated Eastern Michigan 42-24 at UB Stadium.
breakups with nine and tied for the team lead in interceptions with three. Lester was one of the players Johnson tied with for the interceptions mark. With three picks and six pass breakups last season, Lester is the favorite to take over Johnson’s spot as the team’s No. 1 corner. Junior safety Witney Sherry is another player expected to have an increased role next season. Sherry finished with 14 tackles
and one interception last season. He is looking to have a larger impact this season, both on the field and in the locker room. “I feel like I earned a lot of respect for my ethics on and off the field,” Sherry said. “We need leaders like that and I want to be one of them.” The defense allowed 216 passing yards per game last season. But defending the pass is only one part of the defensive backs’
role. A secondary needs versatility to defend the pass and stop the run in the box. Enter Adam Redden. Not only is Redden – a junior – a top safety on the team, but he also doubles as an outside linebacker. “Whenever I step on the field, I know I will make an impact,” Redden said. “If coach tells me to play defensive tackle, I’ll play there if it helps the team.” Redden has gotten progressively better each year he’s been in Buffalo. Last season, he finished with 65 tackles and 4.5 sacks, both third on the team. He has been able to learn the outside linebacker position from the best linebacker Buffalo has ever had – Mack. “After being a teammate with Mack, he teaches you things you cannot learn in a classroom,” Redden said. “He teaches you how to be aggressive and quick with finesse, telling me to watch game tapes over and over again.”
There are also several underclassmen vying for playing time in the secondary, including sophomore defensive back Okezie Alozie, who finished with 45 tackles, a sack and two pass breakups last season. Another player to watch is sophomore defensive back Marqus Baker. Though he didn’t start last year, Baker had an interception and four pass breakups. He will try for a starting position when camp commences in late summer. “I believe we have the talent, confidence and potential to make another run at a bowl game,” Sherry said. “With our team chemistry and promising younger guys, it is shaping up to be a great season coming.” The up-and-coming secondary will be put to its first test when the Bulls play their annual BlueWhite Game Saturday. email: sports@ubspectrum.com
Buffalo ‘D’ hopes to continue success without Mack OWEN O’BRIEN Sports Editor
Last season, the Buffalo defense recorded 38 sacks and 90 tackles for loss. More than half of this production is no longer on the team – with no loss more notable than that of linebacker Khalil Mack. Starting defensive linemen Colby Way and Beau Bachtelle have also graduated. Junior linebacker Blake Bean – who ranked sixth on the team in tackles – transferred to North Texas to be closer to home. First-team AllMid-American Conference cor-
ner Najja Johnson graduated. Many of the departed members of the Bulls’ defense were major contributors on one of the top defenses in the MAC. This hasn’t hindered the defense’s expectations for the 2014 season. The Bulls understand they don’t have many names that jump out on paper, but they believe they have the playmakers to repeat last season’s historic defensive year. “We look at ourselves more as a group and we try to focus more on unity because we don’t have as many known guys,” said junior linebacker Lee Skinner.
Chad Cooper, The Spectrum
Junior linebacker Jake Stockman recovers a fumble against Eastern Michigan as junior safety Adam Redden joins in on the hit. Stockman and Redden are two key players to a defense replacing some of its most accomplished players.
Skinner ranked second on the team in tackles with 79. Other linebackers expected to make major contributions include junior Jake Stockman, freshman Jarrett Franklin and sophomore Nick Gilbo. The Bulls understand in order to replace Mack’s massive production, they must embrace the idea of playing as one defensive unit. “I mean, you can’t just replace Khalil by one person,” Stockman said. “So I think really something that we have to do is step up together as a defense and become Continued to Page 6