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UB President Satish Tripathi discusses UB 2020 in State of the University Address Tripathi highlights UB as No. 31 public research university BRITTANY GORNY, ALEXANDRA MOYEN NEWS DESK
UB President Satish Tripathi delivered his eighth annual State of the University address in the Student Union Theater Friday. Tripathi discussed UB 2020, UB’s carbon footprint, research advancements and UB’s increased ranking as the No. 31 best public research university in front of roughly 350 students, faculty and community members. Tripathi also spoke briefly about the Ph.D. Excellence Initiative after the address. During the address, roughly six students protested the UB Foundation’s history of investing in the fossil fuel industry in the SU lobby. During the speech, Tripathi reiterated that UB 2020, an initiative that began in 2004, was “never about a date on the calendar,” rather focusing on research and academic excellence to increase UB’s rank as a research university. He said since the initiative began, UB has designed an “innovative, student-centered” UB curriculum, enhanced the Honors College, increased global education, internships, entrepreneurial and clinical opportunities and launched ‘Finish in Four’ to ensure students graduate on time. Since 2004, the four-year graduation rate has almost doubled from 35% to 60%, according to Tripathi. Tripathi said he hopes, in the next decade, UB will rise from the No. 31 to No. 25 public research university in the nation. “For that, we need to get the best faculty
and retain them,” Tripathi said. “We need to get the best students, graduate them on time and get them recognized nationally, for us really to make an impact in the society we live in.” In the last year, faculty members won 11 CAREER awards, the National Science Foundation’s most prestigious award for early-career “teacher-scholars” and 77 faculty members are currently appointed to SUNY’s distinguished ranks, the highest in the system. Tripathi discussed UB’s leadership in environmental responsibility and climate change. “We are taking clear action to decrease
our own carbon footprint,” Tripathi said. “More than a decade ago, UB was among the charter signatories on the American College and University Presidents’ Climate Commitment.” He said the commitment puts UB on the path to “carbon neutrality” by 2030 and that UB plans to install solar panels on all three campuses by the end of 2020. While Tripathi discussed the university’s environmental progress, six students protested against the UB Foundation’s history of investing in the fossil fuel industry in the SU. The students walked in at the end of the reception hoping Tripathi would hear them. “We’re trying to get President Tripathi, who is an executive committee member of the UB Foundation, along with the rest of the UB Foundation, to commit to divesting from these companies and investing somewhere else,” sophomore economics major Brandon Hoolihan said.
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Tripathi said in the speech that UB is ranked third for climate action out of 250 universities worldwide, taking into account UB’s efforts to offer students environmentally themed courses and incorporate sustainability into all courses across the curriculum, along with plans to introduce a car-sharing program for staff and students. Tripathi also briefly discussed the provost’s increased funding for Ph.D. student stipends for 2020-21, which he said provides deans with “more time” to discuss the future of Ph.D. programs with their departments. Tripathi says he hopes to keep improving UB’s ranking but could not be more proud of what the campus has become. “Today, when I look across the university, I see an institution transformed,” Tripathi said. Emaill: news@ubspectrum.com
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Buffalo’s best thrift shops The best ‘actual’ thrift shops in the area, handpicked for undergrads BRENTON J. BLANCHET, VINDHYA BURUGUPALLI EDITOR-IN-CHIEF, SENIOR MULTIMEDIA EDITOR
There are two types of thrift shopping. There’s “vintage” shopping, which essentially consists of going to high-end antique stores, spending Depop money on a worn-out denim jacket and running home to share your “gnarly experience” with your friends who aren’t cool or trendy enough to ever understand. Then there’s actual thrift shopping: going to Savers, spending the last $6 in your bank account on probably the coolest Hard Rock Cafe crewneck you’ve ever seen and not knowing there’s a giant hole in the armpit until you get home. We prefer the latter. Thrift shopping is a task, though. It requires tenacity, an inhaler, wet wipes and knowing the exact spots to hit up and when. But, in the words of the great Bebe Rexha, “I got you.” Thrifting is not only good for your wallet, but also the environment. In an era of cheap fast fashion –– made in sweatshops and terrible for the environment –– sustainable brands can be unaffordable for most people. Spending $100 for an ecofriendly and ethically made T-shirt is a total joke. Thrifting is a great sustainable option that doesn’t burn your wallet. We’ve compiled a couple spots to get you thrifting in the Amherst area, without putting you in a position where suddenly you’re being charged $80 for a Coogi sweater. You’re welcome.
5. Goodwill
3177 Eggert Rd, Tonawanda Look, Goodwill may not be the best stop on this list but what it offers could be
considered the complete thrifting package. Prices are the same as they are pretty much everywhere else, but the selection is a bit sparse. I (Brenton) usually leave with about one or two items on a good day, adding up to $10. Luckily, the location is a blessing. Right across the plaza is a Ted’s Hot Dogs, where even if you strike out at Goodwill, you can still enjoy probably the best cheeseburger Buffalo can offer. Goodwill is like the DJ Jazzy Jeff of thrift stores. It’s pretty solid but can’t do it on its own. Just as Jazz needs Will Smith to put together a hit song, if you want to enjoy Goodwill, don’t just go to Goodwill.
4. Attic To Basement Repeats 83 Broad St., Tonawanda
This store stays true to what it claims to have, ‘a little bit of everything.’ Furniture, room decor, craft supplies, clothes, accessories, bags, comics and even hardware –– they literally have it all. It’s not a clothing-only thrift, so you’ll probably walk out with a variety of stuff. If you are on the hunt for affordable decor and home goods this is the place for you. They have an insane amount of options, either arranged by color or type. If you sift through carefully you are bound to find quirky one-of-a-kind pieces to rock. Many of them are antique goods and have a great deal of history. However, they are not overpriced in the name of “vintage,” the prices are affordable and most things cost $10 or less.
3. Salvation Army
1089 Niagara Falls Blvd., Amherst If you’re looking for the cheapest prices, and some dim lighting, look no further. The Salvation Army on Niagara Falls Boulevard is like your grandma’s attic but even cooler. Shirts can sell for as little as a dollar, and the store has a bit more of a vintage appeal. Most of the men’s T-shirts in stock tend to be ‘90s or Y2K-era, but
you still have to shuffle through the mess of Maroon 5 tour shirts. Half-off days on Wednesdays are a total treat, and you can leave with a bag full of things for under $10 if you thrift wisely. The Salvation Army is for more experienced thrifters, those who don’t mind shuffling through racks that haven’t been as updated as its counterpart across the street. I’ve (Brenton) left empty handed my last few visits. It can be super hit-or-miss but as long as you’re open to trying something new –– and aren’t as laser-focused as I am at thrift shops –– you’ll leave with a new piece in your wardrobe. Still, no “vintage” shop will ever beat the joy you feel finding a giant-a-s Nascar jacket for $5. None at all.
ubspectrum.com it and you are likely to find it. The find I (Vindhya) pride myself the most for is a cream-linen ‘Larry Lane’ blazer I paid less than $10 for, which I now can’t wear without getting a compliment. My go-to move here is to rummage through the men’s polo/T-shirt section and either crop them or wear them as Tshirt dresses. This gives me the raddest ‘90s dad vibe, which seems to be the style right now.
1. Savers
2309 Eggert Rd, Tonawanda
If you think you’ll find anything remotely as cool at “Stacy’s Secret Boutique” in Rich Peopleville, as you would in Savers, you’re totally wrong. Savers has all the things: jackets, hats, shirts, pants, furniture, back issues of Nickelodeon Magazine to go with your early ‘00s random athletic team crewneck. Prices are pretty amazing, too, and you can walk out spending $10 on four or five items if you play your cards right. I’ve (Brenton) walked out before with some of my biggest outfit staples, including some nice baggy jeans, probably every crewneck I’ve ever owned and even my newly acquired Brittany Gorny | The Spectrum Savers on Eggert Road is a great stop for cheap clothes and Halloween Pigeon Forge, TN hat, costumes. which I’ve worn for four straight days now. And at this time of the year, things 2. AMVETS get spooky. You can search the racks for 1833 Elmwood Avenue, Buffalo Don’t be fooled by the name, AMVETS slightly used –– or even new –– Hallowhas a lot of cool things to purchase. You een costumes for reasonable prices. Its like can find stuff ranging from clothes, acces- Party City but with a little more dust and better lighting. One editor in our office –– sories, records and furniture here. AMVETS offers memberships and the coolest one –– is planning on buying a a 10% discount on your purchase every silver space suit and spending Oct. 31 as a member of Brockhampton. So yeah, you Tuesday. Fashion wise, you find a wide variety, can get pretty creative with them, too. ranging from jackets, blazers, sweaters, t- Email: features@ubspectrum.com shirts, pants, skirts and dresses. You name
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Places that made my Buffalo experience worth it
VINDHYA BURUGUPALLI SENIOR MULTIMEDIA EDITOR
I moved to Buffalo in January from tropical paradise in Singapore. Of course I was in for a rude awakening, what else could I have expected? I knew Buffalo was not going to be as big, advanced or as happening as Singapore or even my hometown of Hyderabad, India but I didn’t think it would be this boring and slow. UB is completely removed from Buffalo itself. The promotional photos of downtown that UB uses on its website misrepresent the fact that North Campus –– UB’s main campus –– is located in Amherst, a suburb. There is no easy way to get to actual Buffalo, unless you have a car. The school’s Stampede and shuttle services are mediocre, and their frequency during winter is bad. But even being removed from the actual city, I’ve learned to embrace Buffalo in the past few months. As someone who cherishes and longs for new experiences, I got to soak in seasons for the first time this year. I’ve never lived through anything other than summer before coming to Buffalo. Although it was hard, I managed to make it through Buffalo’s rough winter, something I pride myself on. I have never seen “fall” in my life and I’m looking forward
Bennet Beach is a hidden gem and has helped me discover my nowgrowing appreciation for Buffalo. It is a 40-minute drive from campus and comes straight out of a moody Tumblr post. VindHya BUrUGUPalli | The SpecTrum I still rememBenneTT Beach during The winTer To Spring TranSiTion ber the first time I to the colors changing and the sound of walked across the crisp autumn leaves while walking through tiny wooden bridge over a creek to get to Hadley Village. the beach. It was so quiet and enchanting, Soon after my arrival, I also realized that my insides were screaming. Buffalo lacks lizards –– a reptile I never As a concert lover, I’m glad Buffalo also got used to in Singapore. I am grateful hosts the Canalside concert series, where they’re not here, and that Buffalo at least tickets usually start at only $5. Before this, accommodates to my perpetual fear of liz- I got nothing but overpriced lattes for $5 ards. living in big cities, so this was a nice reThe suburbs are pretty and I love seeing fresher. I never thought I could see the stop signs juxtaposed against the pale lilac Psychedelic Furs perform during my lifeevening sky. This might not seem like a big time, living in Singapore or India, but Bufdeal to a lot of people, but as someone falo made it possible. who has always lived in a big city, this is a Although downtown Buffalo is small rare sight. compared to major cities, I discovered There are also a number of picturesque some cool places I love to visit. The 9th spots around Buffalo that I explored once ward, Babeville on 341 Delaware Avenue the weather got better. reminds me of a bougie-basement –– a Letchworth State Park, known as the place to spend Friday nights and indulge “Grand Canyon of the East,” is less than a in the local music scene. two-hour drive from campus. It is beautiI am a sucker for the arts and Squeaky ful, especially during spring and fall. The Wheel Film & Media Art Center was right emerald blue waterfalls lined by rocky up my ally. This place is gold for anyone walls, surrounded by lush vegetation, looking to explore Buffalo’s film and mealong with the cotton-candy skies during dia scene. It always has various exhibits sunset were a sight to remember. It is a and events and is a great opportunity to scene I would expect from an Apple desk- network and expand creative knowledge. top wallpaper and never got a chance to The center also offers equipment rentals see in Singapore. that don’t break the bank. Annual mem-
DaBaby settles for average on ‘KIRK’ The rapper’s second album focuses on trendy features and beats, skimping on substance ALEX WHETHAM STAFF WRITER
courTeSy of intersCoPe reCords
Album: KIRK Artist: DaBaby Label: Interscope Records Release Date: Sept. 27 Rating: 5/10
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In a time when lyrical rappers rarely make the XXL Freshman list, DaBaby was a breath of fresh air. He made a name for himself spitting catchy and smart bars over trendy instrumentals on his 2019 debut record “Baby On Baby,” and through features on some of the biggest records of the year so far. As a result, his new album, “KIRK,” is striking while the iron is hot and while DaBaby is at a peak in cultural relevance, and only a month and a half before his UB performance. “Baby On Baby” was a bit one-note, but shined with bubbly, positive production and catchy one-liners. But with “KIRK” following it up so soon, those one-note concerns are heightened. Fortunately, the album’s opening track “INTRO,” stands out as one of DaBaby’s best songs to date. For the first time in his career, he gives an insight into his personal life and talks about the tragic death of his father on the song. “And I’m just somewhere f----d up thinkin’ ‘bout my father and s--t, they found him dead a couple days before I started tour, same day I flew back to the city from Miami, I was out there with the family,” stands out as possibly one of the strongest and most evocative lyrics of his
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career. The album then takes a positive turn, as DaBaby focuses on all that has happened since the runaway success of his career. The second song in particular, “OFF THE RIP,” stands out as a smart transition from the sobering content of the opener to the much lighter subject matter. The lyrics don’t have a particular subject in mind, but fun one-liners like “Ayy, when you gon’ stop? Whenever the fat lady sing, I don’t listen to opera” and a catchy 808s bass pattern make it another highlight in DaBaby’s budding discography. But after this, the album quickly begins to feel like a run-on sentence. Most of the songs struggle to focus on a topic and speak on general braggadocio while not offering much food for thought or even catchy bars. It quickly becomes hard to distinguish one song from the last. At points, it feels like DaBaby realizes this and tries to insert a whole cast of contemporary features, but unfortunately this frequently harms the record more than it helps. The track “GOSPEL” is reduced to a structural mess as it attempts to cram three features and a DaBaby verse in three and a half minutes, show-
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bers, volunteers or interns at the Squeaky Wheel are free to use the labs (computers and software) for their independent projects. I was beyond thrilled when I found Hertel Avenue. It is hands down my favorite neighbourhood in Buffalo so far. It is super hip and trendy and has a lot to offer: a strip of coffee shops, restaurants, antique stores and a theater; everything I want in one place. Buffalo will never come close to what I had in Singapore, but I have been learning to embrace it more. I sort of have a lovehate relationship with the place. But I’m grateful for having had these experiences. Email: Vindhya.burugupalli@ubspectrum.com
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casing Gucci Mane and Chance the Rapper nowhere near the top of their game. And the lyrical difference between Lil Baby and Moneybagg Yo versus DaBaby on “TOES” creates an ugly contrast. Coupled with overly-generic beats and nine mediocre vocal features over six out of seven consecutive tracks, the album quickly becomes an absolute slog. On the closing track, DaBaby replicates his XXL Freshman verse, one of the standout moments in his career so far. Lines like “We moved back to Charlotte, 1999, I ain’t sayin’ that none of that matter, ‘cause if somebody touch me, then somebody dyin’, why he talkin’ so calm when he say that? How he make ‘em rewind and replay that?” still hit hard, but the delivery is completely off and struggles to differentiate itself from the previous 32 minutes of moderately-generic trap bangers. Compared to “Baby on Baby,” “KIRK” is an unfortunate disappointment. It makes sense for DaBaby to capitalize on the smash success and hype that he’s built up over the past year, but unfortunately it didn’t translate into a satisfying victory lap here. Email: arts@ubspectrum.com
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Buffalo’s best cafes Get off campus and get s––t done VINDHYA BURUGUPALLI SENIOR MULTIMEDIA EDITOR
Getting out of the house –– and changing out of your sweatpants –– can do wonders for productivity. While Capen and Lockwood can get boring, and so can hanging out in your dorm, or anywhere on campus, Buffalo has some great spots to relax on a study break. We’ve compiled some of Buffalo’s best cafes (in no particular order) you can go to for studying, meetings or just hanging out with your friends.
Sipping iced coffee, reading a book and watching cars pass by on the street through the large windows gives a big city experience that many long for in Buffalo. Public’s all-day menu –– with vegan options –– is served until 3 p.m. , while coffee, donuts and pastries are served until closing at 3 p.m. on weekends and 5 p.m. on weekdays. Some of the dishes can get pricey, with the cheapest items on the menu, mostly soups and drinks, starting at $4 . Most of the items on the menu are healthy, unique dishes you wouldn’t find in generic cafes. If you are feeling experimental, this is the place for you.
Daily Planet Coffee Co. 1862 Hertel Ave., Buffalo
Daily Planet is a cozy spot to unwind, get some work done and feel better about your carbon footprint. They are all about doing “something nice for the planet, daily,” sourcing from small Buffalo businesses and supporting local artists, hosting live music events each month. The spot emanates homey vibes, with comfortable couches, lamps, stained glass windows and art. It offers organically-sourced coffee, tea and other beverages, along with a food menu including roughly six vegan options for lunch and dinner. The location is ecofriendly, too, offering recyclable straws, lids and cutlery (and disapproving faces when you order to-go). It is also great value, as all beverages are below $5 and food below $10, before special customizations.
Public Espresso + Coffee 391 Washington St., Buffalo
Located in the heart of downtown, Public Espresso + Coffee is bright and airy. It is located inside the renowned Hotel Lafayette and has an industrial mid-century yet modern vibe.
to-floor French windows, you already know the lighting is phenomenal and emphasizes the cafe’s eclectic midcentury look. Remedy House offers a wide selection of coffee, tea and other beverages with customizable options, with all but one drink under $5. The food is a bit more expensive, depending on your budget, with most dishes ranging $10. But if economically feasible, they have some delicious delicacies. If you are planning to hunker down to get some serious work done, Remedy House is worth your buck. But the best part was the bathroom, which is one of the best I’ve come across in Buffalo and smells like sea salt and coconut. It is decorated with green, tropical-themed wallpaper and plants and even has biodegradable toilet paper.
Grindhaus Cafe 160 Allen St., Buffalo
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Located in Allentown’s Historic Preservation District , Grindhaus has a warm and rugged ambience with string lights, serving the same rustic energy as a Mumford and Sons concert. It has a sizable spread of flavorsome vegetarian and vegan options, handcrafted pour-over coffee and full-leaf teas. The menu is modestly priced with nothing exceeding $10, including food .
which can be customized to suit your dietary requirements. It is best known for its sandwiches, most of which are actually burgers –– don’t be deceived by the menu –– but still slap. The menu is one of the priciest compared to the places above, but offers proper sitdown meals. Email: vindhya.burugupalli@ubspectrum.com Twitter @moonhorizon__
Café 59 62 Allen St., Buffalo
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Remedy House 429 Rhode Island St., Buffalo
At Remedy House, you step out of Buffalo and find yourself in a little cafe on the sidewalk of a quaint French town. It is a semi-outdoor space, and with ceiling-
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Cafe 59, also located in Allentown, is the perfect spot when you’re looking for “art hoe” vibes, full of plants and local artists’ work. At night it also transforms into a bar, but it doesn’t get too loud. The food menu at 59 puts all the other cafes to shame. They have an enormous selection of dishes from various cuisines, most of
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ry Griffis, Jr. The area now showcases sculptures by other artists as well. The inclined trail leads up a hill and reaches a lake, as artwork decorates the forests and fields along the way. There is a fee to hike –– student and senior admission costs $3 and adult admission costs $5 but children under 12 can enter for free. Griffis Sculpture Park is about an hour drive from North Campus.
Hella hidden hikes Five nearby hikes worth checking out in the fall JULIAN ROBERTS-GRMELA ASST. FEATURES EDITOR
Fall is underway. And while it’s been surprisingly warm, we can’t expect the good luck to last in Buffalo. Although the Buffalo area doesn’t have tall, impressive mountain ranges, there are still a number of interesting hikes in the area to enjoy while the weather permits. From rock cities and outdoor art exhibits to natural fireplaces under waterfalls, the area has many unique places to explore. They just aren’t easy to find. Lucky for you, we’ve compiled a list of five day-hikes worth checking out.
each way. Still, hikers may want to spend more time exploring the bottom of the gorge. The trail is located within the Zoar Valley Multiple Use Area. The drive from North Campus takes a little over an hour.
Eternal Flame Falls Eternal Flame Hiking Trail, Orchard Park, NY 14127 Eternal Flame Falls is “fire.” A small cave in the waterfall’s base emits natural gas, and hikers sometimes light the gas to create a small fire. The trail leads through a forest, down a small gorge. At the bottom, hikers can follow a stream until they reach the waterfall. It is a 45-minute hike to the falls from the trailhead, and the trail is located in the Shale Creek Reserve, a section within Chestnut Ridge Park. The trail is located at Eternal Flame Hiking Trail, Orchard Park. The drive from North Campus takes roughly 30 minutes.
Tifft Nature Preserve
Little Rock City Loop Trail Rock City State Forest, Salamanca, NY 14779 Little Rock City stands out because of its unique terrain. Giant rock formations dominate the area and overshadow the hiking trail. The hike gets its name because its large, dense boulders resemble buildings in a city. The maze-like trail never gets too far from the parking lot, so hikers can go as far as they like without worrying about the trek back to the car. Hikers can find the trail inside of Rock City State Forest in Salamanca. The drive from North Campus takes just under an hour and a half.
Griffis Sculpture Park 6902 Mill Valley Road, East Otto, NY 14729 Griffis Sculpture Park is for the artsy. The 450-acre park exhibits approximately 250 sculptures and was originally home to the work of the late sculptor Lar-
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1200 Fuhrmann Blvd., Buffalo, NY 14203 The trails available at Tifft Nature Preserve offer the most urban hiking on the list. Hikers will notice old industrial infrastructure still standing in the distance, as
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it rests on the edge of Lake Erie in South Buffalo, only separated from the water by Highway 5. Tifft’s proximity to the highway and its industrial views remind hikers of their urban roots, offering a unique opportunity to explore a space where society and nature merge. The drive to Tifft from North Campus takes roughly 25 minutes. Email: julian.grmela@ubspectrum.com Twitter: @GrmelaJulian
Zoar Valley Valentine Flats Trail 10112 Valentine Flats Road, Gowanda, NY 14070 If there was a trail on this list to save for the summer, it’s this one. The Valentine Flats Trail leads through a forest into a deep gorge. In the gorge, the trail reaches the merging point of the south and main branches of the Cattaraugus Creek. The remains of an old, crashed car rest along the steep trail leading down the gorge. The hike doesn’t take more than an hour
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Buffalo’s best brews The best breweries to enjoy a cold beer and destress with friends BRITTANY GORNY SENIOR NEWS EDITOR
There are over 7,000 breweries in the U.S. and 41 are right here in Western New York. And what’s a better combination than a cold beer and a Bills game in a fun, rustic location? Breweries are the perfect spot for a delicious drink and good conversation. Most customers can find a beer to enjoy in each brewery and most, if not all, offer the option to try a flight, allowing customers to get a taste of four or five different beers. Most breweries also have beer experts onsite to answer questions and give brewery tours. We’ve narrowed down some of the best in Buffalo for you to relax and get a drink before midterms roll around.
Big Ditch Brewing Co.
55 E Huron St. My favorite: Blonde Peach Big Ditch Brewery sees roughly 1,500 guests per week and is located in the heart of downtown Buffalo. Big Ditch has 14 beers on tap, ranging from IPAs to ales to sours to stouts. For fall, they have Cinnamon Apple on tap, an amber ale brewed with apple cider. It was a little too dark and cinnamon-heavy for my liking, since I’m more of a light, citrus, refreshing beer person. My favorite is their Blonde Peach. It’s both refreshing and citrusy. The brewery also offers an array of foods from pretzels to burgers to salads. Initially, president and co-founder Matt Kahn just wanted a “small retail spot,” for the brewing process. But since opening, the brewery and tap room have expanded. Kahn said the brewery has since built a
“great reputation” based on quality. “Our emphasis on quality is so high, we almost make ourselves crazy,” Kahn said. “I think guests usually notice, they trust us to put out something very good quality and that’s really difficult to do in this day and age.”
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Wit, all beers that emanate Buffalo-vibes. Resurgence has 15 beers on tap, at both locations, including a vanilla cappuccino pumpkin ale for fall, which tastes like an actual pumpkin. Even those who say they don’t like beer or pumpkin will likely enjoy this beer. My personal favorite was the Blood Orange Saison, a fruity and spicy beer with a refreshing orange after taste.
Thin Man Brewery
492 Elmwood Ave. 166 Chandler St. My favorite: Minkey Boodle
Illham Alam | The Spectrum Big Ditch Brewery is in the heart of downtown Buffalo and only a couple blocks from UB’s Downtown Campus
Resurgence Brewing Co.
1250 Niagara St. 55 Chicago St. My favorite: Blood Orange Saison
Resurgence Brewery, opened in 2014 and has a sweet, rustic spot on Niagara Street in downtown Buffalo and a larger location on Chicago Street, which opened in 2019. Jeff Ware, the owner of Resurgence Brewing Co., opened a craft brewery featuring a large indoor-outdoor beer garden where people can relax with family and friends. The breweries both have natural light, games indoors and outdoors and a fire pit, with a garage-like look to them. Ware started the brewery in his kitchen, where he brewed the first three beers: Sponge Candy Stout, IPA and Loganberry
Brittany Gorny | The Spectrum Resurgence’s sweet, rustic spot downtown Buffalo.
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Thin Man brewery opened in 2016 and the Elmwood location sits right in historic Elmwood Village. It operates with fun, trendy vibes and a patio with a view of the village. Thin Man isn’t only known for the excellent selection of beer choices, but also the amazing food. Thin Man brewery holds events every weekend, including Bills Sunday Parties, holiday events and live music on Fridays and Saturdays. The brewery also has $5 all-day happy hour every Monday and Tuesday from January to March and $5 happy hour Wednesdays and Thursdays year round from 3-6 p.m. It has 24 beers on tap at Elmwood and 16 on tap at Chandler. This includes Pills Mafia, which is a classic German Pilsner in honor of the Buffalo Bills. And for fall, they offer a seasonal Oktoberfest beer, which is a marzen beer that is sweet and nutty, one of my favorites.
Flying Bison
840 Seneca St. My favorite: 716 IPA Flying Bison, located near Larkin Square, was the first stand-alone brewery to operate in Buffalo. The inside has a rustic feel with a lot of open space and natural light. They also have an outdoor beer garden with string lights and picnic tables, perfect for a nice
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cold beer on a hot summer night. Flying Bison also holds events including game nights, yoga and trivia. The food options aren’t as great as the other four breweries, but the beer makes up for it. The 716 IPA is my personal favorite. It’s a hoppy beer with a crisp, refreshing, floral taste.
New York Beer Project 6933 S. Transit Rd. My favorite: Apple Pie Milkshake IPA
New York Beer Project, located in Lockport, resembles an old brewing house and aims to provide a New York City atmosphere. NYBP is a laid back brewery with spaces for bigger events on the second floor. It has a comfortable, dim interior, a fun rooftop terrace and a patio with an outdoor beer garden, tiki bar and fire pit that can be enjoyed all year long. Right now, NYBP has Apple Pie Milkshake, Drunkin’ Pumpkin and Frankensteiner on tap for fall. Apple Pie Milkshake is aged on sixteen gallons of apple-pie filling, and tastes like cinnamon and fresh apple pie. It’s a great location to hang out with friends, have some picture-worthy beer and delicious food choices. Email: brittany.gorny@ubspectrum.com Twitter: @BrittanyGorny
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the pizza often doesn’t live up to the city’s standards. We compiled a list of Buffalo’s pizzerias that come closest to offering true New Yorkstyle pizza.
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Jay’s Artisan Pizzeria
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A true New Yorker knows what good pizza is: hand-tossed until it’s stretched to give perfectly wide slices, foldable yet crispy crust, zesty tomato sauce and mozzarella cheese thicc enough to make your girlfriend jealous. Buffalo may be in New York State, but
2872 Delaware Ave. This is Buffalo’s best shot at New York style pizza. With sea-salted tomato sauce, fresh mozzarella with chopped basil over it, charred and thin crust, Jay’s oven-woodfired marinara pizza can make a grown New Yorker cry. The downfall is that Jay’s Artisan Pizzeria doesn’t serve slices, only pies. They
range from $12 to $16.50, which is perfect for the high-quality pizza they serve.
Zetti’s Pizza and Pasta
4621 Maple Rd. Located right across the street from North Campus, Zetti’s plain cheese pizza almost reached New York quality, but not quite with the grease. But don’t let the grease disappoint you, because you get the “most bang for your buck” with their wide slices. Overall, it’s not a bad option if you’re looking for your late-night cheese fix.
La Nova Pizzeria
Brittany Gorny | The Spectrum La Nova’s plain cheese pizza inside of their aesthetically pleasing
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371 W Ferry St. La Nova’s cheese pizza checks off every requirement for New York-style pizza, but with a twist: there’s sesame seeds on the crust, which add a smoky flavor to the already-flavorful pizza. And if sesame-seeded crust isn’t exotic enough for your palette, La Nova offers Senor L.J’s Taco Pizza and almonds as
Alexandra Moyen | The Spectrum Jay’s Pizzeria’s mouth-watering margherita pizza pie.
toppings. This pizzeria is also aesthetically pleasing, with pink and green delivery boxes, along with its naturally-lit seating area –– characterized by wide windows –– and pictures decorating the walls. So shout-out to all the Instagramers.
Daddio’s Pizza
1247 Hertel Ave. If you’re into thick slices, sweet marinara sauce and pepperonis shaped like cups, Daddio’s is the place for you. Although not New York-style, the thick crust was so nice, it may just open a true New Yorker’s mind to a new, carb-heavy lifestyle. Email: alexandra.moyen@ubspectrum.com Twitter: @alexandramoyen
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Buffalo’s famous adult baby, Riley Kilo, discusses her passion for the adult-baby community SAMANTHA VARGAS SENIOR FEATURES EDITOR
Riley Kilo starred on TLC in 2011. But she isn’t a glamorous toddler or a bride looking for her dream wedding dress. She is an adult baby. The Buffalo native was featured on “My Strange Addiction” to teach viewers about her lifestyle choice on July 24, 2011. Kilo, a former porn star, is a prominent member of the adult-baby community, which is comprised of people with a paraphilic infantilism fetish which refers to, roleplaying and regressing into an infant-like state. Many wear diapers and engage in age play, such as acting like an infant by watching children’s cartoons or using pacifiers. Despite its classification as a fetish, the lifestyle can be non-sexual, depending on the person.
Courtesy of Riley Kilo Kilo lays on the floor with a pacifier.
Kilo and other members of the community face an abundance of backlash because of their fetish. The adult baby/diaper lover –– AB/DL –– community is often misassociated with pedophilia, despite the latter being extensively denounced in the community. Those within the fetish community don’t associate regression with an attraction to children or minors, according to Kilo. “The only thing I’m willing to say that would generalize the community is that we are all adults,” Kilo said. “I’m sure there are underage people that are interested in certain aspects of the community –– I know I started at an early age –– but everyone communicating online is an adult because we make it that way.” Kilo’s interest in the lifestyle began at a young age. She started secretly wearing diapers at 13 years old, but her interest in diapers stems deeper than just physical comfort. Kilo, a transgender woman, recalls associating her diaper use with combatting gender dysphoria. “Genitals can be a persistent worry for some people, and I’ve heard this from a lot of other transwomen in the community,” Kilo said. “For a long time, I liked wearing [diapers] because it was a good way to neutralize them. Wearing a big diaper essentially turns you into a Ken doll.” Kilo, who didn’t have prominent celebri-
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ties like Miley Cyrus or Melanie Martinez to look up to for validation of her interests, spent much of her adolescence hiding her interests from those close to her because of their negative connotations, such as mental illness and medical concerns. “I never felt comfortable hugging anybody –– friends or family –– because I felt like there was something deeply wrong with me, and that by hugging them I was lying to them,” Kilo said. “I was this person inside that had these dark, bad things, which was the desire to wear diapers. That can really isolate you.” Kilo has since found comfort in her interest and has even monetized the hobby. Before she appeared on TLC in her 20s to discuss her “addiction” to being an adult baby, Kilo was used to being in front of a camera. By the time the episode aired on TLC, she worked for the amateur porn production company Homemade Media under the moniker Sadie Hawkins and independently as a camgirl. She now wears diapers 24 hours a day, every day of the week. She incorporates her kink into her modeling and cam work, often appearing in onesies or diapers. The fetish is often broken down into two categories: adult babies who participate in regression and diaper lovers who eroticize wearing diapers. These elements often overlap, depending on the person’s preference. Those who are attracted to regression compare it to the relationship between domination and submission, according to Kilo. Many members of the community are in relationships that mimic caretaking roles. This is seen across social media platforms, often as the “daddy-and-little” dynamic. Amber Fisher, a Buffalo native, recently began experimenting in the AB/DL fetish and age play with her husband. The couple, who discovered the community while in their 40s, find sexual gratification in the caretaking aspects of the kink. “I like how he has total control over me and can make me do whatever he wants,” Fisher said. “But it doesn’t ever cross the line into the rougher ‘50 Shades of Grey’ kind of stuff, which I like.” But not every member of the community participates for sexual gratification. Kilo says practicing regression also helps her relax. “I’m a person who’s a little high strung, as someone who’s been through a lot of trauma through my life,” Kilo said. “I’ve tried religion and yoga and everything else to find some sort of meditational peace, and nothing has really worked. I feel like this is my path to some level of comfort and peace.” Kyle Heli*, a freshman at the Rochester Institute of Technology, joined the online community because of an interest in diapers. This interest evolved into the AB/ DL fetish when he began experimenting with age play. “Ever since I was five or six, I had al-
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Courtesy of Riley Kilo ‘Adult baby’ Riley Kilo, who once appeared on “My Strange Addiction,” poses
ways had this fascination with diapers. Every time we would go to the store, I would sneak off to the baby section and look at all the different kinds of diapers,” Heli said. “[I enjoy] the feeling of a diaper around my waist. It’s super soft and warm, especially when it’s wet.” The community has grown substantially through social media platforms and forums and has become significantly more accessible, according to Kilo. There are now multiple conventions like TeddyCon and CAPCon, along with different pop-up stores that carry fetish supplies, such as diapers, pacifiers and clothing. Kilo said her “nerdy” interest in diapers is comparable to collecting stamps or trains. “Like so many different hobbies, it’s something you can nerd-out about,” Kilo said. “I know all the brands, sizes and I can recommend certain kinds to people.”
with a teddy bear.
Kilo feels she has lost her privacy since the episode’s debut and wants to keep her personal-life private moving forward. She has since moved to Pennsylvania and lives in an area with a thriving AB/DL community, which offers specific accommodations such as fetish-themed bed and breakfasts. She is currently writing a memoir about her life and experience as a sex worker within the AB/DL community. “It is perfectly fine to be uncomfortable with what I do or think what I do is gross or counterproductive or wrong, but it is my right to do that thing,” Kilo said. “It’s just a group of people that share a common interest that may seem strange at first but is completely innocent.” *Name has been changed for anonymity at the request of the source. Email: Samantha.Vargas@UBSpectrum.com Twitter: @SamMarieVargas
Courtesy of Riley Kilo Riley Kilo poses in her bed, which she transformed into
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Art around town A collection of the best local art galleries JULIANNA TRACEY SENIOR ARTS EDITOR
Buffalo is home to some of the greatest outdoor fall activities. But you’re not really a Buffalonian if you can’t enjoy the great indoors, too. For those of us who enjoy a nice thermostat and even nicer art pieces, Buffalo offers plenty of art galleries to weather through the rainy –– and soon to be snowy –– days. We’ve compiled a list of some of the best.
Albright-Knox Art Gallery 1285 Elmwood Ave.
ning in Nov. Currently, the museum is featuring the exhibition “Anthony McCall: Dark Rooms, Solid Light” until Nov. 3 . The exhibit features line drawings, based off simple shapes and solid-light installations. These drawings expand and contract over time, as guests occupy and move through the exhibit.
Burchfield Penney Art Center 1300 Elmwood Ave.
The Burchfield Penney Art Center has been in Buffalo since 1966 and houses famous local watercolor painter Charles E. Burchfield ’s work. It features the largest public collection of Burchfield’s works and a recreation of his studio. Beyond Burchfield’s pieces, the museum features other artforms, including concerts, literary readings, lectures, workshops and other special events. The gallery is currently featuring exhibitions including “Women’s Work: Suffrage Movements
1848-1965,” “Joseph Scheer - Moth Scrolls,” “Double Real” and “Charles E. Burchfield: Transitions,” among others.
¡Buen Vivir! Gallery for Contemporary Art 148 Elmwood Ave.
The ¡Buen Vivir! Gallery for Contemporary Art uses artwork for societal change. Orin Langelle and Anne Petermann founded the gallery to use art and photography as a way to view social, political and economic movements as well as the people’s everyday struggles, through a historical lens. The museum’s goal is to inspire new generations to create a “better world.” In the past, the gallery has held exhibitions like, “Hope & Fear: Using Art Therapy to Cope in Times of Transition,” “Are Humans Disappearing?: A Photography Exhibit by Orin Langelle” and “If Voting Changed Things.” The gallery is anticipating the upcoming exhibition, “In Between the Middle,” from the “#notwhite ” col-
The Albright-Knox Gallery has a long history in the Buffalo area. Founded in 1862 , the museum is the sixth-oldest public arts institution in the U.S. The AlbrightKnox features artwork in various styles including Impressionism , post-Impressionism , Cubism , Surrealism , Abstract Expressionism , Pop art and Op art . The gallery even includes works from famous artists, like Pablo Picasso , Claude Monet , Vincent van Gogh , Georgia O’Keeffe , Frida Kahlo and Andy Warhol . The museum is looking to expand its collection to feature more 21st-century artists. There are plans underway to expand the gallery’s Elmwood Avenue campus, with VindHya BUrUGUPalli | The SpecTrum construction begin- alBrighT-knox iS one of The many arT gallerieS STudenTS can enJoy in The Buffalo area.
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The Center for Exploratory and Perceptual Arts or, CEPA, Gallery has been in the Buffalo community since 1974 . UB alumni founded the gallery during the Alternative Space Movement , which strived to present art in unconventional spaces. The CEPA Gallery space was originally intended to serve as a community darkroom . Since its foundation, the gallery has become a nationally recognized art center and one of the oldest and largest not-for-profit photography art centers in the United States . CEPA is currently featuring the exhibit “Odyssey | Warriors Come Home” which showcases the process of returning home from war, shown through photography and writings by combat veterans.
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The Starlight Studio & Art Gallery has supported the artistic development of adults with disabilities since 2005 . The Starlight artists have developed their skills through technical assistance by professional artists, exhibitions and other opportunities. The Starlight Studio & Art Gallery is currently in collaboration with the Unique Theatre Company to present “Hot Rock Hotel” written by Dana Graap and directed by Beth Geyer . The location is also partnering with Eleven Twenty Projects to promote a selection of the Starlight artists. The gallery will feature an exhibit from artists Bethany Krull & Chace Lobley from Oct. 25 to Nov. 22 . On Dec. 7, the gallery will present their “Starlight Winter Open House,” featuring the works of 40 artists . Email: Julianna.Tracey@ubspectrum.com Twitter: @JTraceySpec
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Bulls lose homecoming in overtime fight against Ohio UB falls short 21-20 against Ohio at UB Stadium
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The Bulls (2-4, 0-2 MAC) lost in overtime against the Ohio University Bobcats (2-3) in their opponent’s first conference matchup Saturday. The Bobcats, coming off of a three-game losing streak, put their losses behind them and capitalized on Buffalo’s inability to produce throughout the game. The game remained close throughout, as quarterback Kyle Vantrease took over for Matt Myers, who was out with an upper body injury. The end of the first quarter saw both teams scoreless, despite Vantrease’s impressive 61-yard pass to running back Jaret Patterson at the end of the quarter. Patterson’s run following the catch brought the Bulls to the 10-yard line, where the drive stalled in the red zone. Kicker Jackson Baltar then missed a 24-yard field goal, as it went wide left. Minor slip ups persisted throughout the game. And despite the stagnant score, UB began the game with a strong defensive tactic, forcing Ohio’s Michael Farkas to punt the ball 32 yards. Defensive end Taylor Riggins had an impressive sack and a quarterback hurry during the drive, which forced an incompletion. UB dominated possession for the first quarter, carrying the ball for 9:39, almost double Ohio’s 5:21. The second quarter then saw a fastpaced start. Vantrease completed a four-yard pass to Dominic Johnson, resulting in the first touchdown of the game. Baltar’s kick was also good, bringing the score to 7-0. The touchdown capped off a 90-yard drive consisting of 15 plays that took 8:14 off the game clock. The Bulls offense did a good job at moving the ball with 214 total yards of-
Wayne Penales | The Spectrum UB Bulls faced the Ohio Bobcats during the homecoming game at UB Stadium on Saturday.
ubspectrum.com The Bobcats’ O’Shaan Allison then completed a touchdown run just one yard out, tying the score at 14-14 with 10:39 left in the game. The Bulls later went on a ten-play, 36yard drive that didn’t result in points as Baltar missed a 46-yard field goal. The game went to overtime at 14-14. Ohio won the overtime coin toss and chose to play defense. Vantrease had a 3-yard rush, resulting in a touchdown. Baltar missed the extra point but the Bulls led 20-14. The turnover to Ohio didn’t last long as Allison rushed into the end zone from 5 yards out. Ohio secured the extra point to win the game 21-20. Head coach Lance Leipold was still hopeful for his team, and Baltar, after the loss. “The kicker is a true freshman and had a bad day,” Leipold said. “He’ll bounce back and so will we.” Marks, who earned 22 rushes for 112 yards, was also hopeful. “This team has the style to win games,” Marks said. “We’re young but we’ve still got fight in us.” Buffalo heads to Akron, OH on Oct. 19 after getting some much-needed rest before their third conference game against the Zips (0-5).
fense in the first half. Vantrease was 10- the score off at 7-7 before entering the 13 with 115 yards and one touchdown, all fourth. while Marks led the Bulls in rushing with The first play of the fourth quarter saw nine carries for 59 yards. Tyrone Hill and the Bulls forcing a turnover in their own Joey Banks were all over the field in the territory. Koonce then forced a fumble, refirst half. Hill earned six total tackles and covered by Riggins, as UB’s defense stood Banks trailed close behind with five. tall. The start of the third quarter saw Ohio UB peaked in the fourth when Vantrease Email: Reilly.mullen@ubspectrum.com. quarterback Nathan Rourke score a five- threw a 34-yard pass to Antonio Nunn, reyard touchdown run, as the drive consist- sulting in a touchdown and bringing the ed of eight plays and 78 yards and brought score to 14-7 Buffalo. the game to 7-7 with 10:44 left in the quarter. Vantrease then fumbled the ball at Ohio’s 25-yard line where Ohio was quick to recover it. The fumble halted the Bulls’ six-play, 50-yard drive. Ohio’s offense wasn’t able to take advantage of the fumble, as Kadofi Wright caught the first interception of his career, giving the Bulls’ offense the ball at their 9-yard line. The Bobcats then earned a touchdown and an extra point in Wayne Penales | The Spectrum the quarter, capping Wide receiver Antonio Nunn celebrates with fellow teammates after a touchdown in the fourth quarter.
Sisters by nature, teammates by choice Twins Abbey and Hannah Callaghan embark on sophomore season on soccer team SARA HOLLAND STAFF WRITER
Abbey and Hannah Callaghan have been kicking it since the womb. Literally. And today, the Callaghan twins are embracing their relationship and using it as an advantage at UB Stadium. The Callaghans have been playing soccer together for the past 14 years. Hannah, a midfielder for the Bulls soccer team, has totaled three points so far this season, whereas Abbey plays defense for the Bulls, with the third-highest playing time for defenders, 760 minutes this season. The Callaghans bring championship-caliber play to UB, after coming from Wheatland-Chili High School where they helped win two state championships. Now, they are determined to use their chemistry to bring
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home a MAC championship. Coming from a family of soccer players, Abbey and Hannah were practically destined to follow in their family’s footsteps. Their mother played collegiate soccer at Monroe Community College in Rochester, NY, and their brother spent his days on the soccer field, too. “We grew up watching our older brother play soccer, so I think that is what drove us to play collegiately,” Hannah said. The twins both had successful careers in high school. During their time at Wheatland-Chili, both Hannah and Abbey earned All-New York State honors three times. Hannah was also named New York State Player of the Year during her junior season. And they couldn’t put that chemistry behind them. “UB seemed like it would offer us the best opportunities moving forward with both school and soccer,” Hannah said. On their official visit, the twins knew they’d choose UB. “Everyone is so welcoming and it was
close to home so it was perfect,” Abbey said. Their ability to work hard and contribute to the team has found the twins in the starting lineup. “You know, they’re going Wayne Penales | The Spectrum to show up, (left to right) Twins Abbey and Hannah Callaghan stand at UB Stadium they’re goDuring the season, the twins spend aling to compete and I think that says a lot most as much time together on the field as about why they keep finding themselves they do off the field. in the starting lineup,” head coach Shawn And the opportunity to play on the field Burke said. together only brings them closer. And the twins use their bond on the “I would say there’s nothing better,” field to their advantage. Hannah said. “Cliché as it is, we do fight “We just have some sort of chemistry but she is my best friend. And, I know that that we won’t ever have with anybody she has my back.” else,” Abbey said. “So I think that’s already an advantage, coming in having that chem- Email: sports@ubspectrum.com istry already with somebody on the team.”
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