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Best of Buffalo: weekend activities on a student’s budget KEVIN HONG

Staff Writer

Monster Mini Golf Cost: $10 Location: 2.3 miles away from North Campus For a fun and relaxing time, Monster Mini Golf offers an interesting new way to play miniature golf. The 18-hole course boasts a glow-in-the-dark monster theme and can be a great light exercise activity that allows students to have friendly competition. The chain, unfortunately, does not provide food options and students will have to find somewhere else to grab some food.

“Mini golf really appeals to all ages – anyone from 5 years old to 80 years old have been here,” said Brad Wyckoff, owner of Monster Mini Golf. “It’s just a fun release. You come in, have a good time, dance a little and enjoy yourself.”

LASERTRON Cost: 2 attractions for $16 Location: 2.1 miles away from North Campus LASERTRON is a great place to visit during the weekends for a few games of laser tag. The games are fast-paced and located in a 9,200 square foot arena. LASERTRON also has many attractions other than traditional laser tag. Patrons can play mini golf or head over to the go-karts. Other activities include billiards and a full arcade. Though prices can get a little hefty if customers take advantage of all the activities, the overall value is something you can’t pass up.

“I love going to LASERTRON,” said Dan Mimi Chen, a junior occupational therapy major. “It’s one of the best places to have fun in Buffalo.”

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Monster Mini Golf offers an interesting new way to play miniature golf. The 18-hole course boasts a glow-in-the-dark monster theme and can be a great light exercise activity that allows students to enjoy friendly competition.

Dave & Busters Average Cost: $20 Location: 7.5 miles away from North Campus Dave & Buster’s, located at 4545 Transit Road, is a hot destination for students looking for a place to hang out and have fun. It offers a ton of arcade games for people of all ages. There is also a bowling alley and a menu with a wide variety of foods and drinks.

Many students come on Wednesdays for half-off games. The location, however, is far from cam-

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pus and requires somewhat of a lengthy drive.

“You can do games, you can do bowling, you can have some drinks, meet up with your friends and watch sports,” said Clayton Cobb, the assistant general manager. “It’s a great place to be.”

Sky Zone Average Cost: $20 Location: 7.6 miles away from North Campus Sky Zone is another attraction for students looking to do

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something that requires physical activity. Customers can freely jump around a room covered in trampolines, which are even on the walls. Sky Zone offers openjump sessions in which people can pay a rate and do what they want in the sea of trampolines.

Private rooms are also rentable for a few games of dodgeball.

People can even go and check out one of Sky Zone’s fitness programs. But be careful, because staying for long hours can get a little pricey and injuries are

possible.

“Skyzone is a place where you can get to be a kid again,” said Christian Charlton, a senior computer engineering major.

“No matter who you are, you will have fun … I would definitely recommend it with a great group of friends.” email: news@ubspectrum.com

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EDITORIAL BOARD EDITOR IN CHIEF Aaron Mansfield MANAGING EDITORS Lisa Khoury Sara DiNatale OPINION EDITOR Eric Cortellessa NEWS EDITORS Sam Fernando, Senior Joe Konze Jr. LIFE EDITORS Keren Baruch, Senior Sharon Kahn, Senior Alyssa McClure, Asst.

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OPINION This city is our city

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Students should get to know Buffalo’s many cultural offerings Ways you may know you are in Buffalo: a smell of moist air; exquisite architectural design; unique cultural offerings; distinctive delicacies involving unbreaded chicken covered in a vinegarbased cayenne pepper hot sauce; overcast skies during the winter and clear skies during the summer, in which clouds seem strikingly close to you.

Many students at UB are well acquainted with the many particularities of the City of Good Neighbors – but those tend to be the students from around the Buffalo area. Unfortunately, many of the students who aren’t from the area can feel trapped on campus – unable to really explore all that this incredible city has to offer.

And that is a shame.

There is no denying that UB is isolated, and it would have been much better for the city if the university was built downtown years ago. It was not, though, and this only means students have to work harder to extend their experiences beyond the parameters of campus.

Buffalo is an incredibly fertile place. For those from big cities, it may seem deceptively small. But it has garnered endless love and reverence from its residents for years. And it has earned the admiration of its visitors for long, too.

In order for students to make the most of their college experiences here, they should really get off campus and see Buffalo for everything that it is.

Buffalo is noted for its architectural beauty. No person should spend four years here and never visit some of its historic landmarks. Esteemed architect Franklin Lloyd Wright has designed buildings all over town.

Every student should make sure they get to see the Martin House Complex in the city and the Graycliff Estate in Derby.

And scattered throughout the city, there are gems of old world craftsmanship, such the Guaranty Building designed by Louis Sullivan and the Buffalo State Hospital designed by H.H. Richardson.

Not only are there powerful images of exquisite structural designs to leave you impressed, but there are also many cultural offerings in Buffalo that provide Buffalonians an endless supply

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of equipment for living.

There is the stunning Shea’s Performing Arts Center to enjoy stage performances and Kleinhans Music Hall to experience the rarity of acoustic perfection.

There is the opportunity to learn about art at the extraordinary Albright-Knox Art Gallery, one of the finest collections of modern and contemporary art in the United States.

And living in Buffalo should render you well practiced at mastering the art of Buffalo-wing eating. Yes, there is an art to it.

In fact, you must be aware that here in Buffalo, many do not call them Buffalo wings. No, they call them “chicken wings.” Or, simply, “wings.”

It is an utter necessity that you at least once visit Anchor Bar and Duff ’s Famous Wings. It has long been the subject of much debate amongst Buffalonians over which of these two restaurants reigns supreme. And this

goes beyond Buffalo. Even the Travel Channel dedicated an episode of “Food Wars” to this conundrum.

Duff ’s won. But don’t let that influence your decision. See for yourself.

And of course, don’t let yourself miss experiencing what Buffalo is widely noted for throughout the globe: its sporting events.

There is a saying around here that Buffalo is “a drinking town with a football problem.” While many of us our frustrated with the problems that permeate our two professional franchises here, there is no ambiguity about the extraordinary experience it is to be at a game.

Ralph Wilson Stadium in Orchard Park – home to the Buffalo Bills – has a tailgating experience that makes all others seem like child’s play. But the energy and vibrancy and spirit that electrifies the stadium during games has the power of inducing a tran-

scendent experience.

First Niagara Center downtown, home of the Buffalo Sabres, is the consummate venue for a hockey game and often has a Party in the Plaza, where fans gather and demonstrate their fanhood through outlandish behavior and raucous activities, before big games.

“Raucous activities” tend to be something college students know a thing or two about, and attending these sporting events will likely be a fun time for any UB student, regardless of whether he or she is a fan of Buffalo teams.

But there are many other types of activities that students should engage in to broaden their horizons and expand their worldviews. And this is something you will realize once you get out of the UB bubble: There is a whole world in Buffalo. email: editorial@ubspectrum.com

Sacrificing tradition

Washington Redskins need to change their name At what point does a derogatory and offensive team name – the Washington Redskins – become unacceptable? The answer is in the past tense.

For a team that is over 80 years old and represents our nation’s capital, it is a sad reflection of our country that there is a prominent, professional team name that so shamelessly upsets a substantial amount of people.

This week, President Barack Obama addressed the issue in an interview with the Associated Press, saying if he were the owner of the team he would “consider changing the name.”

And what he further expanded on is a pivotal part of the problem: fans getting attached to merchandise and mascots, team names and traditions. Here in Buffalo, we certainly know what it means for people to develop an allegiance to a professional sports team. But our team name does not offend people. And what Redskins fans need to recognize is that it is time to have the courage to sacrifice their adherence to their team for the sake of doing

what is morally right.

Many sports writers have boycotted even using the team name.

Tim Graham of The Buffalo News never refers to them as the ‘Redskins.’ He instead uses simply ‘Washington’ or ‘the Washington football team.’

Washington teams have dealt with this type of issue before.

Its basketball team used to be called the Washington Bullets until Abe Pollin, the former owner, changed the name to the Wizards due to the soaring rate of gun violence in the city.

Like the Redskins are now, the Bullets were a storied franchise.

But Pollin felt an ethical obligation to change the name. It was for the sake of promoting positive values.

This is something Dan Synder, the owner of the Redskins, should consider.

American Indians are one of the most marginalized groups of people in the nation. They have been horrendously mistreated and are victims of numerous broken treaties by the U.S. government.

A major misconception, however, permeating the public mindset is that American Indians’ presence has been reducing dramatically and will lessen more and more with time.

As of 2010, the estimated population of American Indians and Alaska Natives was around 2.9 million, making up 0.9 percent, according to the U.S. Census Bureau. But the current projection for 2050 is around 8.6 million, making up 2 percent of the population.

Regardless of the truth that there are more American Indians living amongst us than many choose to believe, it is a solemn and serious issue that many choose to ignore: The name ‘Redskins’ is a hateful and odious term for nearly 1 percent of Americans.

‘Redskin’ carries connotations of savagery – of barbarous heathens. It is a depiction that Marlon Brando objected to when he asked Sacheen Littlefeather to accept his Academy Award for his performance in The Godfather. The message was that Holly-

wood, through producing movies and television re-runs that portrayed American Indians negatively, was abhorrent – and these portrayals were dominating the medium and influencing public perception.

This only further circulated a racist stereotype.

And the Redskins are now doing the same thing. We are now living in a more politically correct time. We have reached the point in which even the president of the United States has expressed issue with the name.

But Snyder has remained intransigent. “We’ll never change the name,” he told USA Today in May. “It’s that simple. NEVER. You can use caps.”

Well, looking through the annals of history, usage of the word ‘never’ has often preceded moments of important social change and transitions.

We hope it is sooner rather than later that Snyder’s ‘never’ gets added to that list. email: editorial@ubspectrum.com

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LOCAL COLLEGES

BY THE NUMBERS

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There are over 140 colleges in New York State, and they each offer a very different undergraduate experience. The Spectrum broke down eight major colleges in the Buffalo area into eight categories, including total number of students enrolled, class size, tuition and more.

All numbers in the graphic are according to US News & World Report.

Endowment

Endowment

Undergraduates enrolled

$511,019,818

Undergraduates enrolled

$96,031,298

19,505

3,280

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Accepted

$7,989

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Tuition

Accepted

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Class size

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Undergraduates enrolled

$24,056,765

Undergraduates enrolled

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Tuition

$28,200

Accepted

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Endowment

Undergraduates enrolled

$50,562,149

1,908

Tuition

Endowment

$967,688

Undergraduates enrolled

1,844

Accepted

$29,589

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79.1%

Tuition Accepted

$23,812

59.8%

Male

Male

34%

48% Room and board

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$10,415

52% 4-year graduation rate

Room and board

56% 50<

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<20

51%

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$11,300

35%

Class size

52.2%

9%

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Endowment Undergraduates enrolled

$29,176,768

20-49

50<

20-49

44%

<20

46.9% Class size

Undergraduates enrolled

$7,160,726

2,200

2,139

Tuition

Tuition

$22,850

Accepted

$24,090

Accepted

82.2%

Room and board

$10,520

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Male

27%

27%

Female

73%

4-year graduation rate

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26%

63.1% 50<

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73% 4-year graduation rate

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20-49

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Anchoring my hunger Anchor Bar has better wings than anyone else in Buffalo – including Duff’s

JOE KONZE JR

News Editor

In 1964, perfection was born.

Teressa Bellissimo took leftover chicken wings that she had kept in Anchor Bar’s kitchen freezer, deep fried them and mixed them with hot sauce.

Little did she know that 49 years later, the concoction would strike a debate in The Spectrum.

I am by no means a food expert nor do I have a license to judge. But I can say that I know what good chicken wings should look like and taste like because I’ve eaten them every weekend while watching sporting events since I was 5 years old.

I arrived in Buffalo in 2010, and I was desperate to be a part of the frequent debate, ‘Who has a better wing: Duff ’s Famous Wings or Anchor Bar?’ And after three years of ordering from both places, I have realized one thing: When it comes to Anchor Bar, you can’t mess with perfection.

There is no better feeling than biting into a chicken wing and letting the flavor of the sauce hit you in the mouth like a punch from a boxer.

Duff ’s supporters seem to think that although the restaurant wasn’t the creator of the wing, it has mastered the Buffalo wing recipe and made it that much better.

Actually, that is far from the truth.

Duff ’s fails to understand that taking a chicken wing and letting it soak

in hot sauce is not appealing to a costumer.

I’m not impressed. It is frustrating when you are trying to enjoy a local Buffalo delicacy and your hands are covered in sauce before the wing even hits your mouth.

And if you order your wings extra hot, it leaves your hand burning like you just stuck them on a stove every time you pick one up.

Yes, I know that wings are covered in all types of sauces, but it shouldn’t be to the point in which you’re swimming in it.

At Anchor Bar, the sauce-to-wing ratio is perfect, based off the recipe of 2.5 pounds of wings and 1/2 cup of Frank & Teressa’s Original Anchor Bar Sauce, to give a great balance of flavor.

But sauce is not the only reason Anchor Bar is better than Duff ’s. Plain and simple, the establishment just makes a better wing.

Regardless of how you order your wings at Anchor Bar, they are always meaty and crispy; with every bite, the oils and sauce ooze into your mouth.

At Duff ’s, the wing just doesn’t have the same feeling as Anchor Bar’s.

Duff ’s hasn’t quite mastered the true culinary masterpiece of what a chicken wing is.

Every bite I take of a Duff ’s wing doesn’t provide my taste buds with a fusion of sauce and texture; every bite I take of a Duff ’s wing doesn’t provide my ear buds with a crunch like a Teressa Bellissimo wing does.

If it looks like a wing and tastes like a wing, it must sound like a wing. Duff ’s may think it has wings mastered, but it’s clearly evident that you can’t mess with perfection.

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Saucing the competition Duff’s Famous Wings are the best chicken wings in Buffalo

SAM FERNANDO

Senior News Editor

Sometimes, being the first doesn’t mean you’re the best.

Chicken wings are no different.

To the casual wing connoisseur, any chicken wing from Buffalo is great.

But from someone who has lived all 22 years of his life in Buffalo, like myself, there are subtle differences that separate the posers from the real deal.

Tourists often come to the Queen City in search of a luscious wing and are often pointed toward Anchor Bar. Wrong. Just wrong.

Anchor Bar – where the first chicken wing was supposedly made – may be the self-appointed “Home of the Chicken Wing,” but there are a handful of places that make a better wing, like Elmo’s, Grover’s, MacGregor’s and Sorrentino’s, just to name a few.

But at the top of the list, there is no question, is Duff ’s. Any Bills-loving Buffalonian who bleeds Sabres’ blue and gold will tell you that.

I am convinced that Louise Duffney, the founder of Duff ’s, was less businesswoman and more magician.

There is a certain art to chicken-wing making. You have to start with a meaty chicken wing. Check.

It has to be cooked to the right temperature without being too crispy or overcooked. Check.

It has to be doused in a sea of sauce that makes sure your face and hands beg for multiple paper towels that can barely begin to clean the mess. Double check.

There is no question that Anchor Bar has a pretty good chicken wing.

But do you really want just another ‘pretty good’ wing? Or do you want the best wing Buffalo has to offer?

Duff ’s sauce, whether hot or barbecue, takes the wing to another level.

Drew Cerza, the owner of Anchor Bar and the self-proclaimed Wing King, touts the title of best wing in Buffalo. And his biggest piece of evidence is the fact that Anchor Bar ‘invented’ the chicken wing, something that has never been proven.

But I repeat: Sometimes, being the first doesn’t mean you’re the best.

Would you really want Zach Morris’ cell phone from Saved by the Bell over a brand new iPhone 5s? Absolutely not.

Duff ’s may have been late to the party, but it definitely became the life of the party.

Bottom line: When I sit back to watch my Bills lose a heartbreaker or my Sabres get shut out, it is easier to handle if I have a Duff ’s chicken wing in my hand – much more so than an Anchor Bar wing.

A Buffalo gem is nestled on the corner of Sheridan Drive and Millersport Highway. So next time your friends from out of town want to know what a chicken wing is supposed to taste like, take them to Duff ’s, the real “Home of the Chicken Wing.” email: sam.fernando@ubspectrum.com

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FEATURES Buffalo’s premium bars for students offer different types of appeal CASSANDRA YOCHUM Staff Writer

Some of Buffalo’s bars, particularly Mojo’s and Northside near South Campus, have recently closed their doors, but not all of the city’s gems are gone. Here’s a breakdown of the best bars the City of Good Neighbors has to offer UB students.

Best theme How many bars do you know that can pull off the urban-saloon style?

The Steer is a saloon and restaurant package that provides an old-western feel to a modern Main Street.

Located on 3151 Main St., just down the street from South Campus, it’s a great place to relax with friends. The venue is decorated in hardwood flooring and rustic and western-themed decorations; it is accented with the smells of frying foods and sounds of clinking glasses.

“We’re a good time,” said Jeff Martz, the manager of the bar.

“We’re the place to be on South Campus.”

The Steer has been around since 1960 and with its age comes maturity. This is the kind of place to which you could take your parents or significant other for dinner or early drinks without worrying about the entourage of hormone-induced, sweaty drunkards.

On Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday nights, the tone of the bar changes. As one of the final bars remaining near campus, students flock to Main Street, and the line can extend as far back as 50 people waiting to get in. The Steer fills up with a lot of Greek Life students who

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The U is located on Maple Road and just a short drive from UB’s North Campus. This sports bar offers students a cheap and fun time – with weekly drink specials, happy-hour discounts and a “Ladies Night.”

are looking to party.

It’s hard to spend a night at The Steer over the weekend and not run into someone you know. The vibe is usually friendly and energetic.

Instead of the usual party scene, The Steer adopts a more reserved manner during the normal weeknights. People come to watch a game and have a good time, Martz explains.

Best cheap sports bar If you’re looking for something sportier, cheaper and closer to North Campus, maybe it’s

time to check out The U. Perhaps you’ve seen The U advertised on fliers for the Schussmeisters Ski Club’s Fifth Season Festival in the lecture halls.

That should clue you into the atmosphere of this bar. It’s jampacked with sports fans and athletes and is increasing in popularity.

Game time or any time, The U has great specials and events to offer – trivia, weekly drink specials and happy-hour discounts.

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cials ($2 drinks, according to its Facebook page) and a lively scene.

Next time you’re looking for a place to watch the game because one of your dorm or suite mates has decided that the Hallmark Channel is more important, skedaddle down to The U. Best social scene Have you heard about The Library?

I’m not talking Capen Hall – I’m talking about the pub.

The Library has been around for two years and is located at 4224 Maple Road in Amherst.

Recently, it switched over to a new owner, Vincent Lesh, who said business has been good.

“It’s a cool place to hang out,” Lesh said.

The Library is a multi-venue establishment that offers great entertainment to students. The Iris and the Forum are locations of great concerts and music shows that feature an assortment of artists.

The Library is geared toward entertainment, Lesh explained.

Upcoming events include: trivia nights on Tuesdays; open-mic nights on Wednesdays; karaoke on Thursdays; and Ish Kabbible, a music duo, will perform in the Iris Room Oct. 10.

“It’s primarily concerts, but we do a lot of theater and charity functions,” Lesh said.

The Library also offers a softer vibe with its background of decorative bookshelves and books. The pub offers 50 different draft beers and several places to sit and talk.

Whether a social scene, a sports bar, or the best themed, bars are an important part of college life. They’re a place for recreation, relaxation and socialization. All of these bars are a great middle ground between alcoholic fun for those old enough to drink and lively entertainment for those who are not yet old enough. email: features@ubspectrum.com

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The many bests of the Queen City

-Spectrum picks

Senior Features Editors

Best margarita Cantina Loco in Allentown is where you can find the best margarita in Buffalo. A glass for $6 or a pitcher for $28 is a great price for a flavorful taste of tequila. Between house, spicy, smokey and seasonal, Cantina Loco lovers rave about the fresh varieties of margaritas. The deep-orange beverage in the vshaped glass adds spice and fun to any dinner or chips and guacamole appetizer.

Location: 191 Allen Street

Best place to get liquor Premier Wine & Spirits on Maple Road is the best place to shop for liquor. Premier is the elite liquor store in Buffalo because of its prices, rebate deals, size and selection.

“Premier was one of the first stores in New York State to discount liquor, to discount wine, to advertise exact prices and to offer a large selection of imported wines,” store’s website states.

Hundreds of wine brands and flavors are featured in the first three aisles of the store. The last few aisles offer hard liquor, often sold for a few dollars cheaper than the average liquor store with a ‘Premier card.’ On certain weeks, different bottles of wine are on sale for $4 and mixes, such as Bloody Mary, tequila sunrise and piña colada, are sold for half price.

Location: 3900 Maple Road

the go-to move, but if you’re more of a coffee fan, the service is quick and the coffee pots are always refilled before you’re ready for your second cup.

Location: 4346 Bailey Ave.

Prices of coffee range from $1.96 to $2.96, depending on size. The coffee isn’t too bitter or sweet; it beats all other coffees in Buffalo.

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Best gym The best gym in Buffalo is the Buffalo Athletic Club (BAC).

The BAC has eight different club locations: Downtown, Southtowns, Eastern Hills, Boulevard Mall, Colvin, Evans, French and Union Road.

Each club is kept clean, smells good and features a variety of exercise machines. The club offers many classes starting at 6 a.m. and ending at 9 p.m. on weekdays and 12 p.m. on weekends. The classes are always filled, and instructors have energy and talent, which actually encourage gym-goers to work hard for results. The personal trainers are knowledgeable and always willing to measure and weigh those interested in understanding fitness progress.

The best part of the gym is the sauna features in each locker room. The sauna is dry and helps to cleanse the body of toxins after a good workout. The clubs also have vending machines of protein bars and snacks, and some have tanning beds.

Best coffee Usually, people associate Wegmans with organic fruits and veggies and a large selection of bulk nuts and chocolates. The best iced coffee, however, can be found in Wegmans’ food court.

From hazelnut and French vanilla to ‘Jamaican Me Crazy’ and Southern Comfort, the coffee bean flavors are filled with taste.

The coffee doesn’t taste too syrupy, like Dunkin and Starbucks iced coffee often do. At Wegmans you’re able to put as much or as little coffee, milk and sweetener in your cup because workers give you an empty cup with ice and let you make your beverage as you please. There’s soymilk, skim milk, whole milk and two percent milk to choose from.

Best fast food truck Lloyd’s Taco Truck is Buffalo’s best fast food truck. Traveling from Niagara University near the Dwyer Arena, to the First Niagara Center, to Main and Mohawk Streets, the Home Improvement Center Plaza on Sheridan and Niagara Falls Boulevard and more, the truck serves many people around the UB community.

Tacos and nachos are $2.75; burritos are $6.50 and drinks are $1.50, leaving Mexican-food lovers able to buy cheap meals on the go.

Best ice cream Parkside Candy on Main Street offers the greatest ice cream in Buffalo. This underrated shop often looks like it’s closed, but upon entering the doors it is evident that delicious treats are created in this castle-like store.

Bunches of candies are displayed, from dark chocolate patties and peanut butter covered nuts, to fudge and candy clusters. The store satisfies almost anybody’s sweet-tooth cravings. The best part of Parkside, though, is its delicious ice cream.

The mint chocolate chip and the Reese’s peanut butter cup are the top two best flavors.

Location: 3208 Main Street

Best beef on weck Kelly’s Korner on Delaware Avenue is the best place in Buffalo to get a deliciously filling beef on weck. The staff members generously add sizeable amounts of beef to the sandwiches, so customers leave full and satisfied.

The dive offers a sandwich and a beer for $6. At Kelly’s Korner, customers get quality beef on weck for a low price, good service and a cozy atmosphere.

Location: 2526 Delaware Ave.

Best place to apple pick Blackman Homestead Farm is the best place to apple pick in the Buffalo area. From mid-September through early November, apple lovers can go to the farms and enjoy fields of apple trees.

For 75 cents a pound, applepickers can purchase all of the fruits they’ve collected and can even taste them for free before paying. Blackman Homestead Farm sells jams and ciders in a small hut in the center of the fields, as well as popcorn, squash and other treats. There are haystacks for children to run and play on and for cute family photos, and there are animals in cages for people to watch and pet.

Location: 4472 Thrall Road, Lockport

Best breakfast Break’n Eggs Creperie in Williamsville is one of Buffalo’s hidden gems. The breakfast and brunch menu offers crepes filled with Nutella, bananas, strawberries and more, as well as poached and scrambled eggs with a side of fruit. The poached eggs are cooked perfectly every time, never with a yolk that’s too runny or too dried up.

If you don’t believe Break’n Eggs lovers on just how tasty the food is, look up the location on Instagram for a look of other breakfast lovers’ meals.

You can get elaborate flavors of crepes, such as steak goat cheese and blueberry, as well as simple ones like plain apple or caramel. The large menu makes it a good choice for large families and both adventurous and picky eaters.

Location: 5235 Main Street email: features@ubspectrum.com

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The village away from ‘The Village’ Elmwood offers a touch of NYC flavor GISELLE LAM

Staff Writer

Being in college can be such a bummer. I love my new friends and all of these new experiences; the freedom and parent-less fun aren’t too bad, either. But I miss everything I’ve left back at home.

What I’ve been yearning for most is the variety I got from living in New York. A simple ride on the F train down to West Fourth Street brought me to Greenwich Village, otherwise known as “The Village.” It had everything to keep me entertained for a day – from eateries galore to consignment stores and boutiques. Tattoo parlors were on every block, and narrow staircases to second-floor jazz bars squeezed in between art galleries.

I don’t identify as a “hipster” of any sort, but I do appreciate the underground scene lower Manhattan offers.

When Buffalo became my second home, I feared I would never find another setting that offered this combination of culture. I thought I had entered the world of vehicular-only destinations, chain restaurants and Walmart.

Unsupervised living didn’t seem so appealing anymore.

That is until I came upon a cozy neighborhood – baby sized compared to The Village – just a train ride from UB’s South Campus.

Elmwood Village became my second “Village.”

Along the spine of Elmwood Avenue and bounded by Forest Avenue and North Street is where I found my occasional dosage of retail, culinary and cultural diversity.

SPoT Coffee It’s no Tim Hortons or All The Perks, and I’m no coffee expert, but the quality in this coffeehouse exceeds what is offered on campus by far.

Maybe it’s the lived-in decor, aroma of baked goods or fancy

Daniele Gershon, The Spectrum

From coffee shops to small boutiques, Elmwood Village is full of fun opportunities. Pictured is Buffalo favorite Fowler’s Chocolates, located at 754 Elmwood Ave in the Village.

foam art the barista decorates my orders with, but SPoT Coffee is on the top of my list when I visit Elmwood.

The quality of the coffee will impress the average coffee consumer and prices fit a college student’s wallet.

Similar to another well-known and upscale coffee franchise, the menu is flooded with tongue-tying names and small-sized drinks that aren’t very “tall.” There is also a number of baked goods, both sweet and salty, and soups, salads and sandwiches.

On cold days, I recommend the caramel macchiato. There’s no such thing as too much sweetness with this hot beverage, except the oversized spiral of whipped cream drizzled with caramel sauce. It’s a purchase more for a sugary treat than a caffeinated “waker-upper.”

As for the hotter times, go for the Cinco Shake, a blended delicacy of vanilla and caramel white chocolate and espresso.

Your regular old coffee with cream and sugar is great as well, but who doesn’t love something with a pump of vanilla sweetener or a drizzle of mocha syrup?

When I come here, it’s not just for the menu items. The couches and tables are part of what I love about the décor. I’ll admit, the friendly and bustling atmosphere is not the best studying locale, with the constant chattering of customers and rumbling from espresso machines, but if you’re into people watching and good company, this is the “spot.”

SPoT Coffee is located at 765 Elmwood Ave.

Fowler’s Fine Chocolates Candy is a favorite of mine.

Chocolate is a must.

Fowler’s Fine Chocolates is basically my happiness balled up into a tiny shop in the heart of Elmwood.

From the storefront name, it’s evident as to what their specialty is.

Inside, sitting in delicately packaged boxes are assortments of truffles and chocolates. Bars are lined on tables with bags of chocolate-covered snacks. Encased in a large glass display are individual pieces fit for tasting or customizable purchases.

Lastly, on a spotlighted table is sponge candy – a “sponge” of molasses and caramelized sugar coated with a chocolate exterior – a signature Buffalo treat. It is a one-of-a kind sugary delight, something I always go back to Fowler’s for.

I also recommend the BuffalOreos – your traditional sandwich cookie dipped in milk chocolate with a dark chocolate buffalo melted on top. Of course, the ice-cream station is a must.

Fowler’s Fine Chocolates is located at 754 Elmwood Ave. Toro Tapas Bar I found Toro Tapas Bar on a stroll around Elmwood with my best friend came to visit me from back home. It was late and cold and we were famished. In that moment, we found this restaurant, which had a central-heating system and trendy décor.

Back in the city, I scouted for tapas bars, eateries serving traditionally Spanish cuisine in small portions perfect for a little of each.

The prices may not be the friendliest for two college students, but the $40-something bill was definitely worth it for what we devoured.

Like many restaurants, the meal started with fresh bread and olive oil for dipping, which we refilled it a few times too many.

The ambience was chic and mature and the waiters served us with a perfect mix of professionalism and warmness.

The dimly lit space was the perfect environment for two best girlfriends to catch up.

Toro Tapas Bar is located at 492 Elmwood Ave. Lexington Co-operative Market

It’s your average grocery shopping location except – unlike Wegmans or Tops – everything is natural or organic. For those familiar with Whole Foods, this is your Buffalo replica.

The market is perfect for vegan, vegetarian or gluten-free dieters out there; health freaks are welcome as well.

Lexington Co-op is a grocery store on the smaller side.

The aisles may be cramped, but it’s worth shopping through the tight spaces. The cashiers are always extra friendly.

Greater prices come with the better quality; for someone who only visits now and then, a few extra dollars for something essentially the same at your regular store seems doable.

When I go, I make sure to leave with a refill of apple cinnamon and gingersnap granola –probably the best thing in the store – and gimMe seaweed crumbles. I can get what I need from Walmart or some other superstore, but it’s not likely that I’ll find these flavors.

This market also provides takeout buffet and salad bars. Daily menus switch each day for a variety of soups and meals. Their soups are probably my favorite part of the whole shop.

Personally, I’d stick with the few specialties when coming here; regular orange juice or milk just isn’t worth the few extra bucks.

Lexington Co-operative Market is located at 807 Elmwood Ave. SEE The village, PAGE 16

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Best of Buffalo for that glutenfree friend

Longing for lunch specials Buffalo’s best afternoon meal deals GABRIELA JULIA Staff Writer

You can’t tell how great Buffalo really is without trying some of its best restaurants. Whether it’s Japanese food or pizza, Buffalo has a place that can satisfy any craving or budget.

Buffalo is a college town, which means thousands of students, from many backgrounds, look for food both on and off campus. Most of the restaurants serve not only as a place to sit and eat, but also as a place to relax and enjoy oneself.

Fuji Grill Those who don’t want to be far from campus should try Fuji Grill, a Japanese restaurant located on Maple Road. Their appetizers include fried dumplings, crispy tofu, grilled chicken, grilled beef and seafood under $7. Fuji also has seafood and vegetable soup along with green salads for the same price.

If you’re looking for a Japanese roll, Fuji’s specials are from Mondays to Saturday and range from $8 to $12, including tuna, eel, crab and salmon. It also serves the best sushi and sashimi in Buffalo. The main chef, Tomo Lin, had sushi preparation and training in Japan for four years.

“It is not merely preparing different sushi dishes for different days of the week, but rather creating specialty dishes to provide a unique experience for the customer that is important,” restaurant’s website states.

Fuji Grill is located at 736 Maple Rd. The Towne For that Mediterranean ethnic food craving, try out The Towne.

The Towne is a Mediterranean restaurant that has been open for 30 years. Choices range from a chicken caesar salad to an Angus burger. The wide variety of Greek food is shown on the exotic menu that hosts pasta orzo,

Daniele Gershon, The Spectrum

Located on Maple Road, Fuji Grill offers lunch specials that include tuna, eel or crab rolls for just $8.

open beef and chicken souvlaki. The burgers and sandwiches, such as a roast beef sandwich or a Greek burger deluxe, are only $6 to $8. Salads range from $4 to $9 and all of the pasta dishes are under $10. The kids’ menu also has undeniable prices that are all under $5.

The Towne also offers takeout; you can order a meal ahead of time and pick it up. No matter how many people you come with, the staff tends to your needs. The restaurant offers discounts for groups of 10 or more, whether it’s a business meeting or a group of people coming in to watch a game.

The Towne is located at 186 Allen Street and is open 24 hours.

La Pizzeria Another place to look for great food in Buffalo is on Elmwood Avenue. La Pizzeria is open every day for lunch and dinner.

The lunch special includes two slices of pizza for $3, a whole cold sub for $5.25 and chicken fingers and fries for $5.75.

Unlike any other pizzeria in Western New York, La Pizzeria has exceptionally flavored crust. Some of its specialty pizzas are white pizza, taco pizza

and a seven-cheese pizza. Toppings include sausage, meatballs, chicken, broccoli and more.

La Pizzeria is located at 2285 Elmwood Ave. Sue’s NY Deli If you want to get away from the meats and try a vegetarian spot, Sue’s NY Deli is the right place to go. Claudette and Albert Ramia run Sue’s on Main Street and Sue and Wade Badawy run Sue’s on Elmwood Avenue.

“We’re not fast food, but we’ll give you that fast-food feeling,” Claudette said.

For about 40 years, Sue’s has been known for healthy, vegetarian and non-vegetarian soups, salads and wraps. They use olive oil instead of butter and marinate and bake all of their chicken. Their specials include hot pastrami on rye along with a salad or soup for only $6.45.

The restaurant uses “a blend of traditional family recipes and local favorites with a menu of offerings that can tempt anyone,” according to the restaurant’s website.

Each location’s menu slightly differs.

The locations are at 622 Main Street and 130 S. Elmwood Ave.

Ashker’s Juice Bar and Café Another Elmwood favorite is Ashker’s Juice Bar and Café.

Breakfast includes bacon, home fries and eggs and its lunch menu consists of paninis and salads. All of the specials are between $7 and $10.

Ashker’s is known for its drinks. Its raw juices are made from fresh vegetables and the smoothies are made with frozen fruits. Along with the natural menu, the owner is trying to make Ashker’s more than just a café.

“We want a more community approach,” said Dave Alfano, a barista at Ashker’s. “There’s open mic, and we’re getting a chiropractor for holistic healing.”

Ashker’s Juice Bar and Café is located at 1002 Elmwood Ave. Bertha’s Diner Many people enjoy the casual comfort of a diner. Bertha’s Diner is a ’50s style diner that captures the taste of Buffalo. It is open seven days a week and its lunch hours are from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Some of its lunch specials include the “Big Bertha Burger Platter,” the “Marilyn Monroe” and the “Buddy Holly,” all different kinds of sandwiches served with a side for under $8.

Customers also have a choice of other specials, such as fried chicken and waffles, steak and eggs and the “Backwoods Benedict.” To compliment these meals are soup, chili, fresh fruit, fresh-cut fries and onion rings.

Not only does Bertha’s have convenient hours and location, but it has a pleasant feel that will leave you feeling satisfied.

Bertha’s Diner is located at 1430 Hertel Ave. email: features@ubspectrum.com

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Senior Features Editor

If you have a gluten allergy, you’re used to saying the following: Can you please change your gloves?

Are you sure the French fries aren’t fried in the same oil as chicken fingers?

So there’s no wheat, rye, malt, barley or oat in that?

Are you sure there’s no soy sauce in any of your dips?

Only make my drink with the wells liquor please.

I know. I can’t have beer.

Please, keep reminding me.

Just make sure you clean the frying pan before you make my eggs.

Can we just do Chipotle instead? Their chips are made of corn.

Though many restaurants and supermarkets are inconvenient for those who have to keep a gluten-free diet, there are a few places in Buffalo that completely tend to those who have become accustomed to eating white rice crumbs instead of slices of bread.

Below is a list of the Best in Buffalo for those who eat gluten free.

My Tomato Pie My Tomato Pie offers gluten-free pizza, pasta, nachos and more.

The kitchen staff is dedicated to ensuring that those with Celiac disease do not suffer from foods that are cross-contaminated. The pizza is thin-crusted and SEE GLUTEN-FREE, PAGE 16

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ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT

7th HEAVEN MEGAN WEAL

Contributing Writer

Some days, nothing will suffice but a proper knife-and-fork meal. Not a burger, not chicken wings – nothing that involves getting your hands greasy or going through a drive-in. And for those days, there are very few places that beat Sweet_ ness 7 Café on Parkside Avenue.

A plane ticket to Paris might be a little out of your budget right about now, but the taste of France lives inside Sweet_ ness 7’s crepes. You walk through the rustic, wooden door into a haven of relaxation and the smell of perfected, bubbling batter.

Sweet_ness 7 offers an extensive range of crepes – from savory to sweet – and there’s something to satisfy even the fussiest of pallets. If you like to eat sweets, order the “Afterglow” – sweet crepes loaded with lemon curd, kiwis and whipped cream. If savory is your thing, then give “Bagoshwag” a taste. You’ll be served the standard crepe – simple in its recipe but excellent in its execution – filled with roast beef, blue cheese, pear and spinach, drizzled with a hearty ladle of Béchamel sauce. A serious treat for all your senses.

The presentation of the food is spot on – not overly pedantic in its placing, but not sloppy either (as crepes have a tendency to appear when smothered in Béchamel sauce). The whole plate is good enough to Instagram, and, luckily, Sweet_ ness 7 offers free Wi-Fi. The portion size is also incredible – so big it’s hard to finish, but so good that you can’t leave a crumb on your plate.

Although the café’s menu is limited to crepes, the bar is adorned with seasonal baked goods and its drink menu is almost as exciting as its crepe list. You can warm yourself up with a well-made, fair-trade Americano or can spoil yourself with the Sipping Chocolate – the most decadent drink of the bunch: a cup of pure melted chocolate, topped with whipped cream.

Sweet_ness 7 Café is among the best in Buffalo

Imagine it passing your lips on a cold, snow-covered Buffalo afternoon.

But just because you’re spoiling yourself doesn’t mean you’re going to be digging too deep into your pockets. Crepe prices range from $4.50 to $9.50, and drinks start at $1.75 for a cup of locally roasted, Guatemalan coffee. Not extortionate in the slightest and worth every cent.

There’s a strange but satisfactory selfservice method applied in the café. I’m not talking impersonally pressing buttons or an iPad or checking a box on a piece of paper. But, simply, customers order at the bar and then collect their plates there when called out. The sauces are on the side next to the knives and forks, and the milk jugs are cozied up to the honey bottle for customers to help themselves.

Nestled in the corner of the room is a cupboard filled to the brim with board games – from Monopoly to Zingo! to Checkers. You can take your pick, get comfortable in one of the corner tables near the window and spend hours with friends reminiscing over the nostalgia of the old games.

Sweet_ness 7 is a beautifully authentic café that pulls out the best of Buffalo. There’s also a Sweet_ness 7 on Grant Street in Buffalo.

The food is mouth-watering, the people are kind and entertaining and the atmosphere is inviting and relaxing. Take an afternoon and nestle yourself in the café – do your homework or read that book you’ve been wanting to read for months.

Make sure you wear your stretchy pants, because it’s unlikely that you’ll leave Parkside Avenue without truly indulging yourself. email: arts@ubspectrum.com Megan Weal, The Spectrum

Sweet_ness 7 Café is the place to get crepes in Buffalo. The café has two locations; pictured above is the café on Parkside Avenue.

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The astounding Albright-Knox A breakdown of the renowned gallery’s best exhibitions, pieces In contrast with Pollock’s expressionist work is this very ominous piece by Courbet, who is often considered the father of realism. Courbet removes human presence from the scene here while creating a point of view that puts the viewer directly at the mouth of a dark cave. Left alone, the viewer is forced to confront his or her own fear in the face of nature’s dark side.

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Senior Arts Editor

The Albright-Knox Art Gallery is more than just a Queen City jewel; it is well respected on a national and international level for its permanent collection of modern and contemporary art, as well as its propensity for bringing in an ever-changing, impressive rotation of original and/ or highly sought-after exhibitions.

The Ken Price exhibition Slow and Steady Wins the Race, Works On Paper, 1962-2010 is currently on display at the gallery until Jan. 19. It stands out as the must-see art exhibition in the city right now.

Price is renowned for his work on the West Coast, and his close relationship with the land and culture of the Southwestern United States is extremely evident in his work. Yet it is his connection to this area that makes him an interesting selection for an exhibition in Buffalo. Price earned his Master’s of Fine Arts in ceramics at Alfred University, just under 100 miles away from UB. “He really had no connection to Buffalo, but the Alfred connection is an interesting one,” said Doug Dreishpoon, the chief curator for Albright-Knox. “If you were thinking about pottery [at the time], Alfred was probably one of the best places. He left L.A., but he was so hell-bent to get out of Alfred as soon as he could, probably because it was colder. It was a huge shock – he finished the whole program in a year. [At Alfred], he opted to be less traditional.”

Price specialized in sculpture, so this exhibition is a rare opportunity to experience a different side of his artistic abilities. It features more than 60 works drawn by Price along with other interesting features in a gallery section called “Friends of Ken Price,” which displays the work of other artists who made their name alongside Price during the 1960s.

Among the supplemental works that the gallery has displayed as part of the collection is a magnificent set of recordings done by Charles Bukowski, the famous poet whose body of work is thoroughly represented in UB’s Poetry Collection.

These recordings consist of poems from Bukowski’s 1995 collection, Heat Wave, which featured serigraphs done by Price.

The Fine Art Collection at Albright-Knox houses over 6,500 collected works, many of which aren’t regularly on display. The works rotate in and out of display to allow for new experiences with the collection over multiple visits. Students and those interested in the collection can view any of the work online by searching for a particular

Work: La Musique Artist: Henri Matisse Year: 1939 Display: Knox building In the loose flow of Matisse’s work is a rigid structure. Again, many would call the artist’s stroke here something that a child could replicate, but there is meticulous planning in Matisse’s apparent freeflowing style. The work leaves a refreshing and satisfied feeling in the viewer with its burst of color and harmonious balance – something Matisse strove to achieve throughout his career.

Courtesy of Albright-Knox

The Albright-Knox Art Gallery is currently featuring a stellar collection of drawings by Ken Price (above). Students unfamiliar with the gallery should visit soon to see Price’s work along with the impressive permanent collection that features works from some of the greatest artists of the last two centuries.

piece within the Albright-Knox website.

Features on the site include audio descriptions of individual works, listings for new acquisitions to the collection and written descriptions that assist viewers in their attempt to take in all of what each masterpiece has to offer.

Choosing the “best” from the collection is nearly impossible, but any regular at the gallery can likely tell you that there are a few works they always have to stop at for a little longer than the rest; there’s something there that never gets unraveled or explained – something beautiful. Here are my top five favorites, a group of paintings that continue to move me with each visit to the Albright-Knox.

Work: Convergence Artist: Jackson Pollock Year: 1952 Display: Knox building

Pollock’s work is pure expression.

Characterized and criticized in the past for lack of “real” craftsmanship or an apparently childish technique, it is in fact Pollock’s genius technique that allowed him to break the mold for what was considered beautiful or meaningful in his time. His splatters replace strokes, and the realism of older styles is replaced with a frenzy of chaotic dribbles and whips across the canvas. It is entirely original. In post-WWII America, Pollock reinvented art as an outlet for unexpressed emotion; with no real way to depict the world exactly as he “saw” it, he shared how he felt and revolutionized what visual artists could do with paint. A favorite activity for first-time viewers of the piece is to find a matchstick that Pollock dropped into the paint – it’s not as easy as you think.

Work: La Jeune Bonne (The Servant Girl) Artist: Amedeo Modigliani Year: 1918 Display: Currently not on display Modigliani is most famous for his portraits and faces (particularly his nudes), and this work really testifies to his ability to “see” people.

The servant girl’s role in society is depicted in her dress and demeanor, but “Modi” reveals a glow in her skin and a blush on her cheek that tells us something about her character that reaches deeper than society’s construction for her – something only he saw. Modigliani’s signature oval eyes and long neck figures should be noted here – an influence he drew from very old styles of sculpture from Africa and elsewhere.

Work: La Source De La Loue Artist: Gustave Courbet Year: 1864 Display: Currently not on display

Work: La Toilette Artist: Pablo Picasso Year: 1906 Display: Knox building The Albright-Knox is home to several works done by the man many consider to be the “greatest of all time,” so it’s entirely fitting to feature him in our “best of ” list.

This work is especially interesting for the transition it shows in Picasso’s career. The use of color marks a shift between the artist’s “Blue” and “Rose” periods. Some believe the women in the painting are actually the same woman (Picasso’s mistress) shown in two different ways.

His depiction of her draws one influence from Roman sculpture and Ancient Egyptian art in the other. Her full dress in one view and nudity in the other also suggests some ambiguity in the relationship they had or the way in which Picasso viewed her personality at different times. email: arts@ubspectrum.com

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Three Buffalo tattoo parlors aim to please customers, stay in business FELICIA HUNT

Asst. Arts Editor

With endless options of tattoo parlors, it’s a process picking which shop and which artist are the right fit to fulfill your earning for ink. A tattoo will follow you to the grave and becomes an advertisement for the artist. The body becomes an art exhibit.

Among the many shops in Buffalo, three establishments – in addition to well-known area staples Hand of Doom and RedHouse, which The Spectrum wrote about in 2012 – stood out for our Best of Buffalo issue this year because of their individual styles, environments and efforts toward establishing personal connections with their canvases.

Shop: Sink or Swim Location: 1040 Payne Ave., North Tonawanda Phone Number: 716-605-7531 Opened in May 2010 by Dan Whipkey, Sink or Swim was a financial risk at the start. Whipkey named the shop after putting all his savings toward his first location on Oliver Street. He was either going to “sink or swim.”

But the shop is staying afloat.

Sink or Swim is home to three diverse artists. Whipkey has been tattooing for 10 years and specializes in American traditional style; Jay Galvin is well rounded with 12 years of experience; and Keith Kuzara is the newcomer who specializes in new-school and neo-traditional styles, which are bright and fresh.

The new shop on Payne Avenue opened last week, and Whip-

piercings, like Omerica Organic wood plugs and bone plugs. The quantity is limited, but Cowpok can order for individual customer needs.

Although there are no student discounts for tattoos, piercings are usually $10 off for UB students. Cowpok wants to draw in as many college students as possible.

“It’s important for our customers to feel comfortable in our shop environment,” Beall said. “We want to give them a sterile and carefully crafted tattoo.”

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Finding the tattoo place that’s right for you is essential. It’s all about making a connection with the artist. Keith Kuzara (pictured) is an artist at Sink or Swim, a small shop that’s making a name for itself among the many Buffalo tattoo shops.

key closed the first shop on Oliver. Sink or Swim on Payne has drawn in more customers with a busier and cleaner environment.

Whipkey said the move was primarily for the customers’ benefit.

Sink or Swim prides itself on customer satisfaction. Although its prices can be slightly above average, it is to serve customers with better ink.

“We let our work speak for itself,” Whipkey said. “Shopping for tattoos isn’t the same as shopping for the same pair of sneakers. You can get that same pair at another store for $20 cheaper, but with tattoos, you’re sacrificing quality for price.”

The parlor is implementing a discount program for college students with the move. Students who show valid college ID get 20 percent off.

Senior accounting major Rowan Ketchum looks forward to revisiting Keith for his second piece.

“His work is clean, and I’ve been going to him even before he started at Sink or Swim,” Ketchum said.

Shop: Cowpok Location: 177 Elmwood Ave. Phone Number: 716-885-0252 Cowpok has been voted as Buffalo’s No. 1 spot to be pierced in the community for the last 14 years; it was also nominated for best tattoo shop in Buffalo-weekly Artvoice’s ‘Best of Buffalo.’ The shop has been in business since 1992 and has a loyal following.

“I’ve been to Cowpok for all five of my tattoos,” said Julia Gruspier, a junior econom-

ics major. “They were patient with me my first time and have become friendlier as I’ve established a loyalty to them.”

The iconic mascot of a pierced “mad cow” represents Cowpok’s forte in piercing.

Mike Dudik is a traditional tattoo artist, Eric Pele is new school and neo-traditional and Dana Bridenbaker specializes in photo-realism and portraits.

The availability of three different styles gives clients more to choose from.

“Each artist is an individual contractor and prices their work as they see fit,” said Anna Beall, one of the piercers. “We like to see customers satisfied, and we see a lot of repeat clients.”

In addition to piercings and tattoos, the shop sells different types of plugs for stretched

Shop: Upstate Ink Location: 408 Amherst St. Phone Number: 716-534-8282 Upstate Ink is another shop that changed locations to provide customers a new feel and a more comfortable environment.

“We moved to this building for convenience factor and to become a better business,” said Cheri McCudden, one of the artists. “A change was needed so we could stay in the Buffalo tattoo industry.”

The new location has separate rooms for each artist, so their clients feel more secure and private – something the old shop lacked.

“Nobody liked the old location, even the owner,” said Sarah Dumais, a sophomore psychology major who has been to Upstate Ink for eight of her 10 tattoos. “Joe Gerardi is a friend of mine, so that makes me a repeat customer. There’s no awkward small talk.”

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Decorating the walls: my tattoo journey

FELICIA HUNT

Asst. Arts Editor

I closed my eyes tight and awaited the pain. I clutched my friend’s fingers in a death grip. Breathe in.

Breathe out. This wasn’t anything new. The needle penetrated my skin. There was pain that became dull, almost soothing at times.

Two hours later, I had a unique work of art on my foot.

My second tattoo throbbed on my swollen left foot, but it was beautiful. The songbird clutching a quill was bright and meaningful with the words “Dream Being” under it. I began to cry. My love for writing and music and drive for achieving my dreams had finally become something visual.

Shopping around for a tattoo artist is no easy task.

My first experience was miserable. I went to a studio that has been around for years. After having a positive experience getting my lip pierced there, I figured it was the perfect place to get my first tattoo.

I was wrong.

I gave the artist a printout of the tattoo I wanted: Asking Alexandria lyrics with a small nautical star.

I told her I wanted the design on my left shoulder and that this was my first time getting a tattoo. I was alone and a little scared. I had no idea what to expect. The tattoo artist didn’t help soothe my fears.

“Oh great, a newbie,” she said under her breath as she took my design to the copy machine.

The buzzing of the gun and my soft whimpers were all that could be heard for 20 minutes. I didn’t feel comfortable with the less-than-friendly artist and felt as though my $150 work of art was rushed. It was. The lettering was

crooked and the star faded within a week.

Most of my tattooed acquaintances and friends in the Buffalo music scene lamented my choice in tattoo parlor. One lifted up his arm and showed me the brightest tattoo I had ever seen. It looked brand new but was over a year old.

I had to know who created this work of art.

I found out I already knew him.

Keith Kuzara is the screamer of My City, My Secret, a local band. He also tattoos at Sink or Swim. I Facebook messaged him that night, asking him to draw me a foot piece.

He created the masterpiece of a songbird that is now situated on my left foot.

The day of my appointment, he talked to me throughout the painful-but-pleasurable tattoo process.

He asked me what colors I wanted and provided a relaxing environment for the second piece of artwork on my canvas. Two hours and another $150 later, I had a tattoo that I was emotionally invested in.

I am Keith’s client now. I plan on going to him for more pieces because my tattoo craving is becoming unbearable. Keith makes me comfortable and whenever I see him, he wants to see the tattoo – his work of art. He cares about his customers and how the healing process goes. After getting the tattoo, while I was on bed rest, Keith texted or messaged me every few days.

Establishing a personal connection with your artist has its benefits. He or she learns your preferences and how many breaks you need to take. As a loyal customer, your power of influence draws in more customers for your artist.

I’m proud to show off both my tattoos. They embody my values and who I am. But I always find myself staring at the songbird on my foot – the bird that holds an emotional connection and a positive experience.

email: felicia.hunt@ubspectrum.com

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Three shades of cinema

Top movie theaters in Buffalo are must-visits for students RACHEL KRAMER

Asst. Arts Editor

There are theaters all over Buffalo geared toward different breeds of moviegoers. In addition to a host of mainstream options for big blockbuster releases in shopping malls or sprawling Amherst plazas, there are also lesser-known, alternative options for students interested in film genres that range from popular independent films to obscure foreign productions. There is something for everyone in Buffalo, and students can afford tickets for most shows at a reasonable price.

Here are three standout theaters for any film fanatic: What: AMC Maple Ridge 8 Where: 4276 Maple Road, Amherst Movie Ticket Price: $6.75 regular adult / $9.75 RealD-3D adult Why it’s so great: Only a five-minute drive or 30-minute walk from North Campus, the newly renovated AMC Maple Ridge 8 is the best place to see the latest blockbuster. The cinema was recently renovated and now includes reclining leather chairs in all of its theaters. One may think this change would have caused AMC to increase prices, but the cost to see a movie and enjoy concessions hasn’t changed.

What has changed is the way you purchase a ticket. There is a reservation process in which patrons must pick a seat in the movie theater either online prior to showing up or on a computer screen at the theater. There are 58 seats per theater to choose from, including four handicapaccessible seats.

Chris Iafrati, a junior exercise science major, said the seats are big enough to avoid the “awkward moment of deciding who gets the arm rest.”

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The AMC Maple Ridge 8 theater recently renovated its entire cinema with leather recliners and brand new concessions.

“[AMC Maple Ridge 8 is] baller as hell and doing it right,” he said.

He recommends students, whether they live on North or South Campus, “go there and experience it for yourself.”

What: Amherst Dipson Theatre Where: 3500 Main St., Buffalo Movie Ticket Price: $7 on “Bargain Tuesdays” / $9.50 regular adult Why it’s so great: Located on Main Street across from South Campus, this movie theater is known for showing less-marketed-but-in-demand films like Enough Said and hosting events for alternative movie lovers. Dipson partners with organizations like the Albright-Knox and the Royal Shakespeare Company to present various documentaries and film screenings like Herb & Dorothy 50x50 and Richard II, respectively.

“We pick our films very selectively,” said Mike Clement, a spokesperson and manager of the theater. “For the most part, we play ‘art and independent’ films that cater to a particular audience. Many of the movies we do show will not be screened in the local commercial theaters.”

The theater also hosts events like Acquire the Fire: Surge on Oct. 9 and 16 for $12.50. The event is a “high-energy interactive movie theater event that fuses music, comedy, and inspirational messages creating a moment where young people and those who believe in them fill theaters across North America,” according to the theater’s website.

Every Tuesday is “Bargain Tuesday,” in which tickets are reduced to $7 and popcorn is sold at half price.

What: North Park Art Cinema Where: 1428 Hertel Ave., Buffalo Movie Ticket Price: N/A Why it’s so great: Although this gem, which is still around from the 1920s, is currently closed, the North Park Art Cinema won’t stay dark forever. A film was last shown there, before Dipson ended its contract with owner Thomas J. Eoannou, on June 6, but Eoannou, a Buffalo attorney, is working to keep the theater open. He said, “It would be shameful to mothball it. It’s just a beautiful place,” according to an article in The Buffalo News.

In the single-screen theater’s glory days, its red, velvet walls held 850 people who all faced a movie screen surrounded by a gold curtain on both sides, according to an In Focus interview with Eoannou.

Eoannou is part of a group working to keep the theater open, hoping to provide live entertainment in addition to movies.

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Gerardi specializes in a traditional style while McCudden prefers working in black and gray.

They tailor their styles to fit whatever the customer desires.

Nick Bennett, the owner of Upstate Ink, takes an active role in his shop. He does Laser editing, a process in which tattoos are lightened to make a cover up on the piece easier. This process reduces the time it takes to fully cover up a pre-existing tattoo.

Each artist has his or her own pricing and McCudden believes it’s important to bring in college students. She offers a 10 percent discount with a student ID. “As an artist, I’m not here to solely make money,” McCudden said. “I want my art to live on a person and for them to wear it proudly.”

“Our group has made a huge investment into a state-of-theart digital projection system, extensive architectural rehabilitation, and a few key surprises,” the group’s mission statement says on northparktheater. org. “Our ultimate goal is for the North Park to become a living theater, one that is engaged in the local community and can swiftly respond to the needs of its audience.”

According to yelp.com, the North Park Theater will be reopening on Oct. 18, but that date has not been confirmed on northparktheater.org.

Eric Culver contributed reporting to this story. email: arts@ubspectrum.com

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Continued from page 10: The village Urban Threads At the malls, I’m mainly surrounded around basic apparel retails, not even a store that’s a little bit out of the ordinary.

Urban Threads gives me a break from the monogamous style I usually see. Its attire replicates a lot of street-wear I saw back in the city. It’s refreshing even though a lot was worn out with a grungy feel. It is reminiscent of the boutiques from back at home.

Providing a number of brands, the tiny shop offers modern styles for men and women.

The store often has high prices, but the staff is more than welcoming to customers lingering to

browse for a few extra moments.

While browsing at the jewelry and accessories by the glass case at the register, I always find conversation with whoever is behind the desk.

If Urban Outfitters shrunk down to a two-floored, cramped up little shop with a whimsical Harry Potterlike background, this is what it would probably look like.

Urban Threads is located at 736 Elmwood Ave.

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Continued from page 11: Gluten-free the adventurous type can ask to use different sauces – like pesto – as the base with the usual tomato paste.

The nachos are large – enough to eat as a meal or as an appetizer to share with two or three people. Topped with jalapenos, a blend of Monterey Jack and cheddar cheese, fresh tomatoes, black olives with salsa and sour cream on the side, the nachos are to die for. The gluten-free macaroni and cheese has more flavor than any regular macaroni and cheese I’ve tasted. Many of my friends actually choose to order the gluten-free entrée of macaroni and cheese because of how delicious, thick and creamy it is.

My Tomato Pie is one of the only restaurants I go to that doesn’t make me jealous of everybody else’s meals, because mine just might be better.

Location: 3085 Sheridan Drive White Rabbit Frozen Yogurt White Rabbit on Elmwood Avenue features many glutenfree flavors of yogurt; many other fro-yo eateries only offer two or three options. From peanut butter to pistachio, birthday cake to original tart, the flavors that usually contain gluten are wheat-free.

The frozen yogurt isn’t too icy or too creamy, and the toppings range from peanut M&M’s to mochi and fruit – for those who appreciate a healthy yogurt more than a rich and chocolatey one.

Location: 802 Elmwood Ave.; also shops in Niagara Falls and Tonawanda Chipotle Mexican Grill Not only is Chipotle the best place to get Mexican food, but it’s all gluten free (except the

flour tortilla).

The staff is aware of the ever-so-cruel gluten allergy, and workers always change their gloves when a gluten-free customer orders. The food is grown organically and the meat comes from grass-fed animals, for steak and chicken lovers out there. The guacamole is fresh and tastes like it came from avocado heaven; most other Mexican-restaurant chains feature brown, aged guacamole.

The burrito bowl is my personal favorite. But what’s really great is being handed a bag of corn tortilla chips, rather than ones fried in wheat.

Location closest to North Campus: 1643 Niagara Falls Boulevard Dessert Deli Dessert Deli has only one gluten-free cake, but this cake is worth the trip to the bakery on Maple Road.

The flourless chocolate cake is thick and creamy; it’s rich with flavor and the thin-layered chocolate and vanilla icing on top just adds to the taste.

Location: 716 Maple Road Fuji Grill Finding out soy sauce is a secret carrier of gluten is one of the most painful parts of discovering that you have Celiac disease. Fuji Grill on Maple Road understands that pain and offers gluten-free soy sauce and a variety of gluten-free items on its menu.

Gluten-free customers have the option of getting any salmon, chicken or steak in a glutenfree sauce. There is vegetablefried rice with gluten-free soy sauce, which doesn’t taste much different from the regular fried rice.

The restaurant also offers an affordable lunch special. You can get two rolls for $6.50 or three rolls for $9.50 Monday through Saturday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Location: 736 Maple Road Wegmans’ gluten-free aisle The Wegmans gluten-free aisle has more items than any other supermarket I’ve been to, including Trader Joes, which is usually thought to be the best for organic or natural foods.

I suggest Udi’s gluten-free bread products, including bagels, sliced bread, muffins and hotdog and hamburger buns.

The Udi’s 10-inch pizza crust, which can be found in the frozen section of the gluten-free aisle, defrosts and bakes deliciously.

When it comes to gluten-free pasta, I recommend the Organic Ancient Harvest Quinoa Pasta. Wegmans also has many gluten-free sauces and dressings; my personal favorite is the Thai Peanut Sauce, which is in the Oriental aisle or the frozen-vegetable aisle.

Wegmans has a gluten-free chip aisle, too, where there are pop chips, tortilla chips, Snyder’s pretzels and a variety of regular chip flavors. Wegmans has all of the necessary gluten-free baking powders and products needed to make baked goods.

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19 Cozy outerwear 22 Barbershop mishap 23 “To each ___ own” 24 Cornell University site 28 Item in an outdoorsman’s pack, perhaps 32 Place for a big boxing match 33 Ancient portico 35 Bonanza yield 36 He comes for nuts?

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12 Not once, poetically 15 Dined at home 20 From early Peru 21 Bread choice 24 Poets’ feet 25 Personal characteristic

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SPORTS

Difference maker

Highly recruited Bishop lives up to expectations of family and ‘volleyball family’ Staff Writer

Chad Cooper, The Spectrum

Tahleia Bishop had scheduled recruiting visits to West Virginia, Mississippi and Michigan to play college volleyball. But from the moment she stepped onto UB’s campus, she had made up her mind.

Bishop immediately canceled her visits to the other schools.

“The [Bulls] were like family,” said Bishop, a sophomore outside hitter. “The way everyone treats each other and the atmosphere around campus is the reason why I came here.”

With Bishop’s help, the team got off to a historic start this year, winning 12 straight games to open the season. She is one of the youngest players on a team filled with upperclassmen, but Bishop has played beyond her age; she leads the squad with 195 kills.

She contributes in ways most underclassmen can’t.

Bishop hails from Whitbey, Ontario, where she excelled as a two-sport athlete in basketball and volleyball. Unfortunately for Bishop, the two sports overlapped in the winter season, so she was forced to choose between the two.

Tahleia Bishop had the opportunity to attend multiple Division I schools across the country. Her choice to attend UB has paid off and she has spent her sophomore year setting records for the Bulls.

With help from her mom, Sophia Bishop, she chose volleyball.

“She was always very athletic, even winning gold in her first badminton tournament,” Sophia said. “But it came to the point where she had to choose one and she loved volleyball, so that was her sport.”

Bishop played for Sinclair High School and the Toronto Diamonds Volleyball Club. She led her club team, earning two Diamond Awards and two MVP honors.

After struggling to decide where to play in college, Bishop had to prepare for the stress of becoming a Division I athlete. For her, there was added

Breakout Bulls

The Spectrum hands out midseason awards Football Surprise Star: Adam Redden, senior defensive back Who would’ve thought through five games that hybrid linebacker/safety Redden would have stats mirroring the Bulls’ best defensive player and one of the nation’s top linebackers, senior Khalil Mack? Redden and Mack each have 35 tackles and 6.5 tackles for loss. Redden has exploded onto the scene as a playmaker and has been a key to the Bulls’ stellar defensive play this season.

Offensive Player of the Year: Alex Neutz, senior wide receiver Neutz has caught a touchdown in every game this season and is responsible for 47.9 percent of the Bulls’ total receiving yards this season. When the offense is in need of a play, it looks for Neutz.

Defensive Player of the Year & MVP: Khalil Mack, senior linebacker Mack is the best player in the Mid-American Conference and the best player on a Bulls team has thrived thanks to its defense.

Mack’s stats aren’t as dominant as those of years past, but that’s because he is receiving crazy attention from opposing offenses.

His presence has been immeasurable – it has played a major role in Redden’s emergence, too.

The Bulls’ leader has also moved up to No. 9 on Mel Kiper Jr.’s NFL Draft Big Board. He might go down as the best athlete UB has ever had.

Women’s volleyball Surprise Star: Christine Fritsche, senior outside hitter After playing in only 24 sets last season, Fritsche has started 14 of 17 matches this season

and is second on the team in kills (150).

Offensive POY: Tahleia Bishop, sophomore outside hitter Bishop is seemingly rewriting the UB record books game by game, and she leads the Buffalo attack with 195 kills, including multiple 20-kill performances.

On Oct. 3, she became the first player in school history to record at least 21 kills and 20 digs since 2003.

Defensive POY & MVP: Kelly Svoboda, senior libero Svoboda opened the season sixth in program history in digs and has already climbed up to No. 2 (1,646). She has 337 digs on the season and has totaled over 33 percent of Buffalo’s total digs. Svoboda tied a school record on Sept. 28 with 32 digs in a four-set victory over Kent State.

Men’s soccer Surprise Star: Waleed Cassis, junior goalkeeper Cassis is a junior transfer who came from California State University, Los Angeles, this season and has been a solid presence for the Bulls in goal. Despite Buffalo’s lackluster record, Cassis has played in every game, recording 44 saves and two shutouts while averaging 1.16 goals against.

Defensive POY: Shane Satar, sophomore defender Satar has been imposing on Buffalo’s backline so far this season. After earning the starting job last season, he has continued his strong play into this year, starting all 11 games and taking five shots.

Offensive POY & MVP: Russell Cicerone, freshman midfielder On a team with a lot of young players, Cicerone has been the best. He leads the team in goals (three), shots (34) and shots on goal (21). He is 2 for 2 on penalty-kick attempts and is responsible for the game-winning goal in the Bulls’ only victory so far this season.

He is also the only freshman captain on the team.

Women’s soccer Surprise Star & Offensive POY: Karen McMahon, senior forward After playing in only nine games in 2012 and not recording a single point, McMahon has three of the team’s 10 goals this season and is the only Bull with multiple goals on the season.

Defensive POY: Ainsley Wheldon, senior goalkeeper Wheldon has held true to her reputation as a shutdown goalkeeper this season, allowing only 10 goals in 11 games. She has recorded four shutouts and 43 saves and has been dominant in net.

MVP: The Defense: senior Courtney Gross, senior Natalie Jurisevic, junior Sophie Therien and sophomore Kristin Markiewicz Although the MVP is traditionally reserved for one player, the entire defensive line deserves to be recognized for its play this season. Wheldon’s 0.84 goals against average is a reflection on the unit’s success, and the Buffalo ‘D’ has allowed multiple goals only four times this season. email: sports@ubspectrum.com

pressure. Bishop’s family consists of mostly surgeons, lawyers and business owners – there was a high standard of success.

Living up to that success became her motivation.

“Figuring out what to do with my life has always been a stressful topic,” Bishop said. “Everyone in my family has done something great with their life, so I have to do something amazing, too.”

She planned to follow in her family’s path and attend medical school at UB. But shortly after coming to campus, she realized the medical field doesn’t suit her.

Instead, Bishop is majoring in political science and plans to attend law school after graduation.

“We’ve always encouraged [Bishop] to pursue her passion in sports, education and life,” Sophia said. “She has amazing writing skills and thinks very analytically, so I think [law] is a good fit.

Most importantly, it’s something she’ll enjoy doing.”

With her academic plans in place, Bishop is now focused on helping the Bulls (14-3, 2-2 MidAmerican Conference) continue to win volleyball games.

In the second match of the year, Bishop set the school record with 20 kills in a three-set

match.

“It was a little stressful at first,” Bishop said. “To break the record for kills and then have to keep putting up good numbers.”

The stress hasn’t halted her performances. Last Thursday, in a 3-2 win over Akron, she became the first Bull to record 20 kills and 20 digs in a match since 2003.

Head coach Todd Kress knew there was something special about Bishop when he was recruiting her.

“I saw a student-athlete that played at a high level, but not against high-level competition,” Kress said. “She just had a great personality, a kid that’s laidback but also intense.”

Her intensity is part of the Bulls’ culture; the team is in search of the first MAC Championship in program history.

Buffalo volleyball does not have a rich history of success, and that intrigued Bishop. With schools like Michigan and Mississippi vying for her talent, the opportunity to come to Buffalo and help turn around the program was something she wanted.

“I came to UB to make a difference,” Bishop said. email: sports@ubspectrum.com

UB Athletics busy breaking records this fall Football Not only is the Bulls’ 3-2 start a team record – the best start through five games since joining the FBS in 1999 – but Buffalo’s seniors are looking to leave their own individual marks in program history.

Senior running back Branden Oliver had his 13th 100-yard game last week against Eastern Michigan – tying the school record for career 100-yard games.

His 345 yards on the season has put him just 281 yards shy of James Stark’s all-time school record of 3,140 yards.

Senior receiver Alex Neutz has a chance to set two single-season records for Buffalo. In 2008, Naaman Roosevelt recorded 1,402 yards and 11 touchdowns.

Neutz has 518 yards and five touchdowns through five games and is the first UB wide receiver to catch a touchdown pass in each of the team’s first five games. Neutz is also only four touchdowns shy of Roosevelt’s career receiving touchdown record of 28.

The team currently holds a five-game home winning streak dating back to last season, its longest since 1983.

Volleyball Sophomore Tahleia Bishop broke the record for most kills in a three-set match (20) Aug. 30 in the Bulls’ second game of the season. A little over a month later, she became the first player in school history to record at least 21 kills and 20 digs since the NCAA changed to the 25-point scoring structure.

Senior libero Kelly Svoboda entered the season sixth alltime in digs (1,309) and has already moved into second place (1,646). Svoboda is 238 digs shy

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Kelly Svoboda has anchored the women’s volleyball defense, helping the team to one of its best starts in program history.

of Lizaiha Garcia’s school record (1,884).

Svoboda tied the school record for most digs in a four-set match (32) in the Bulls’ 3-1 victory over Kent State Sept. 28.

Women’s soccer Buffalo’s defense held its opponents to its third-longest scoreless streak in school history during the first two weeks of September, recording four consecutive shutouts and holding its opponents scoreless for a little over 449 minutes.

Senior goalkeeper Ainsley Wheldon continues to move up in the women’s soccer record books. She has 19 shutouts and is only two behind Jaime Adams for the most in program history.

Wheldon is also third all-time in saves (354), fourth in wins (20) and fourth in goals against average (1.22). email: sports@ubspectrum.com

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