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BARS Buffalo is known as a drinking town.

But most students don’t know much about Buffalo’s bar scene outside of the few options near North Campus and in the Heights. We breakdown some alternative options to The Steer, with bars like (716) Food and Sport and Thirsty Buffalo (pictured) on Elmwood Avenue.

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FOOD

Everyone gets hungry after midnight, but not everywhere is open to serve up a calzone like Calios (pictured) or a Stinger like Jim’s Steakout. We give you some places to call when you get the munchies in the middle of the night.

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MUSIC VENUES From music festivals over the summer to the free concerts at Canalside every Thursday, Babeville (pictured) is one of the oldest music venues in the area.

Other venues such as the Mohawk Place and the Waiting Room are listed below in our list of the best local spots to listen to live music.

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The City of Buffalo is known for its sports teams, music and original food like the chicken wing, which the community celebrates every year at Wing Fest (pictured).

GALLERIES Buffalo’s art scene is up-and-coming and the galleries scattered throughout downtown attract students and community members alike. We list the best art showcases in the Queen City including the Albright-Knox Art Gallery and the Burchfield Penney Art Center.

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GETAWAYS With Buffalo’s close proximity to the Canadian border and bordering states like Pennsylvania and Ohio, there are plenty of opportunities to get away for the weekend. We breakdown what there is to do in places like Toronto, Ontario and one of the seven Natural Wonders of the World, Niagara Falls (pictured).

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It takes an entire team to be successful but some players are more valuable than others. We handed out midseason awards for the new, most improved and MVP of all the fall sports teams, like senior running back Anthone Taylor (pictured).

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OPINION

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Kayla Menes Renée Staples NEWS EDITORS

Gabriela Julia, Senior Ashley Inkumsah Marlee Tuskes FEATURES EDITORS

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SPORTS EDITORS

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THE SPECTRUM Wednesday, October 7, 2015 Volume 65 Number 16 Circulation 7,000 The views expressed – both written and graphic – in the Feedback, Opinion and Perspectives sections of The Spectrum do not necessarily reflect the views of the editorial board. Submit contributions for these pages to The Spectrum office at Suite 132 Student Union or news@ubspectrum.com. The Spectrum reserves the right to edit these pieces for style and length.

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Uncertainty and the Trans-Pacific Partnership Unclear wording and common rules threaten online freedom Across the globe, nations are seeking to enrich themselves and others through mutually-beneficial relationships.

What’s become unusual about these relationships comes from the integrating nature of such agreements. Economic benefits gradually spread to other areas of life.

However, the pain of cooperating with other countries on a plethora of questions and laws can cause compromises on sovereignty.

The Unites States, while benefiting economically from such agreements, needs to be careful not to sign away basic rights in the race to integrate.

The major issue at stake concerns free speech, a highly prized right in the United States that doesn’t get as much respect in other countries.

The next possible supranational – that is, organizing at a level above any individual country’s control – relationship for the United States appears in the form of the Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP). This involves an agreement between 12 countries from all around the Pacific.

The United States has taken part in similar relationships as well. The first major pact was the North Atlantic Treaty Organization, militarily oriented to be sure, but creating tight bonds with much of Europe. The second major treaty was the North American Free Trade Agreement, which brought the United States, Canada and Mexico into a much closer relationship.

But neither of these treaties were as encompassing as the TPP. The treaty deals with copyright law, corporate protections and other information policing. While these things seem very abstract, the potential effects could seep into our daily lives in profound ways.

The first and most glaring issue is the idea of Internet service providers being required to police users. Common use could be heavily constrained and Internet access re-

stricted to individuals for incredibly vague transgressions.

Imagine waking up and finding that your smartphone has no Internet connection – Time Warner Cable turned it off because you watched a video on YouTube that breached copyright law.

Another huge problem comes from a section that makes it a crime to reveal corporate wrongdoing through a computer system.

Will corporate whistleblowers no longer be allowed to use technology at all when reporting crimes?

What about journalists writing an expose? Or even sharing infographics on Facebook about WalMart doing something illegal?

It’s all incredibly vague, which is nearly the most worrying part.

The actual worrying tidbit about the whole treaty is the restrictions on just what the treaty says.

The whole agreement, which was reached recently, was done behind closed doors. Five years of negotiating and the best the American public has to go on are rumors and leaks. How can we inform our senators if we are for or against the treaty if we have no idea what exactly it entails?

It should be beneficial. Facilitating free trade makes everyone money over the long run. There shouldn’t be anything substantially wrong with the TPP. So why is it hidden?

ILLUSTRATION BY JOSHUA BODAH

The Bill of Rights remains a fundamental basis for the United States. We have rights, important rights, detailed as Amendments to our Constitution. That a treaty with foreign powers, hidden from the public for unspecified reasons, might infringe on those rights should provoke outrage.

Tyranny won’t announce itself. It’ll be subtle takeaways our freedom and rights. It’ll accumulate over time, until we’ve handed all power over to corporations and supranational agreements.

We should be extremely wary of vagueness in the TPP. email: editorial@ubspectrum.com

The forgotten superstar of Buffalo Despite short tenure in Buffalo, Bob McAdoo was a legend in his time

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QUENTIN HAYNES SENIOR SPORTS EDITOR

More often than not, we’ll forget about sport’s ancillary details.

We’ll always remember the stars.

In terms of Buffalo sports lore, you can’t have a conversation and not bring up former Bills like Jim Kelly, Thurman Thomas and Bruce Smith. Same goes for the Sabres’ Dominik Hasek, Phil Housley and Ryan Miller.

But there’s one player that is often overlooked in the history of Buffalo: Former Buffalo Braves forward Bob McAdoo.

It’s easy to forget about McAdoo’s time in Buffalo, as he left the city in 1976 and the Braves left for San Diego two years later and are now the Los Angeles Clippers.

From an outsider’s perspective, the Braves’ roots seem long gone.

While fans will come out to cheer the UB men’s basketball team, I don’t know if Buffalonians truly miss basketball.

But that’s a conversation for another day.

When discussing the greatest athletes in Buffalo history, McAdoo has to be on the list. At the zenith of his career, he was the best player in the NBA not named Kareem Abdul-Jabbar. And even then, McAdoo’s play was good enough to earn him an MVP in 1974-75 even with Abdul-Jabbar hunting for the same title.

McAdoo was an offensive nightmare. At 6-foot-9, McAdoo tortured opponents with an insideout game. Playing center for most of his career, McAdoo was able to help reinvent the game to what it is now. His ability to finish at the rim was sound, but his ability to take a step or two away from the basket and hit a mid-range jumper made him special.

McAdoo’s ability to play inside and outside was a rarity at the time.

In 2015, being that tall generally means that player is a floor spacing small forward who can play some power forward from time to time.

In 1972, a player solely played their respective position. A point guard ran the floor and was a versatile passer. A small forward would be the glue of the team, generally defending or moving the ball to open teammates. A center

was a defensive stalwart, usually the biggest player on the team.

McAdoo’s jumper and overall offensive ability was legendary. After averaging 18 points and 9 rebounds as a rookie, McAdoo slapped together a remarkable three-year stretch where he averaged at least 30 points, 14 rebounds, 2 assists and 48 percent shooting, becoming one of, if not, the best player in the NBA. To put those numbers into perspective: In the history of the NBA, there’s been 15 single seasons where a player matched or eclipsed those totals. The six players who did it: Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, Walt Bellamy, Wilt Chamberlain, Karl Malone, Oscar Robertson and McAdoo.

And remember, the 3-point line wasn’t introduced until 1979.

McAdoo never came close to those totals again after being traded to the New York Knicks in the 1976-1977 season. He became a nomad, bouncing around the east until he found the perfect spot on the west coast: the 1981-82 Los Angeles Lakers.

McAdoo had a career renaissance as a dangerous backup center who can space the floor. After averaging 9.6 points in the regular season, McAdoo’s numbers

jumped when it mattered most in the playoffs. His 16.7 points and 6.8 rebounds in the playoffs helped the Lakers win their second championship in three seasons.

It makes sense that McAdoo isn’t revered in the city of Buffalo for many reasons. Again, he left in 1976 and the Braves left in 1978.

The Braves made the playoffs under one of the greatest basketball coaches ever, Dr. Jack Ramsay, but never won anything. They don’t have history.

It’s easy to forget the Braves.

It’s easy to forget Bob McAdoo.

He won’t receive credit for it, but he was a step forward into today’s NBA where the 3-point shot has become the best shot in the game and 7-footers constantly workout summer after summer to extend their range.

As the years continue, the Bills and Sabres will find their next collection of stars – the next group of guys to cheer for. But don’t forget about McAdoo, who claimed the title as “best player in the NBA” for a couple years and put together seasons that players only dream about today.

And at the height of his game, the best player in the NBA resided in the City of Buffalo. But he’s always a second thought in Buffalo folklore. email: quentin.haynes@ubspectrum.com

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All aboard NFTA and UB explore possibility of expanding commute into Amherst GABRIELA JULIA SENIOR NEWS EDITOR

If the Niagara Frontier Transportation Authority (NFTA) goes through with one of its current expansion plans, UB students may be taking the subway to get between North and South Campus instead of the Stampede buses.

NFTA, which provides transportation services throughout the Buffalo Niagara region, is looking to expand either its bus or metro rail system from South Campus in Buffalo to Amherst near North Campus.

The rail system’s current route only goes about six miles, starting on South Campus and ending at the harbor downtown.

NFTA is still not sure of when the expansion will start and is still in the initial planning stages. Implementing a new system, particularly an expanded railway, could take several years. According to Douglas Hartmayer, director of public affairs, NFTA is exploring either a bus or rail expansion because “that’s what people have been asking for.”

If the expansion takes place, it could have a major impact on UB’s current transportation system. The university would no longer provide the Stampede bus service, which runs between North and South Campus, if the new rail or bus system was efficient and effective, said Maria Wallace, director of UB Parking and Transportation Services.

Wallace said the expansion of the rail network or busing system is “a great idea.”

“The university would support this initiative if the service is reliable and comparable to our current Stampede service,” Wallace said There are three possible options for the expansion.

One would be expanding the metro rail system that runs both under and above ground from South Campus to Amherst.

Another would be a new rapid transit system with bus lanes to help them move faster. And a third option would be to simply have the NFTA buses replace the Stampede’s current routes.

Wallace said UB would have to look into whichever expansion plan NFTA chooses and decide whether or not its more efficient than the current Stampede system.

NFTA transports approximately 24,000 commuters each day, according to Hartmayer. If it were to expand, the number of commuters would double.

Hartmayer said people prefer the metro because passengers can stay on for an entire ride instead of having to transfer multiple times. While buses may require passengers to transfer, its expansion would cost less than expanding the railways.

NFTA is still unsure of the project cost because it has yet to choose a plan, but a railroad expansion could be costly. The current 6.4-mile NFTA rail line cost $535 million to build more than three decades ago, according to The Buffalo News.

NFTA’s expansion into Amherst would travel in routes to Bailey Avenue, Niagara Falls Boulevard, Maple Road, Sweet Home Road and Rensch Road, according to The Buffalo News. Another route would go through Millersport Highway, Buckeye Road and Sheridan Drive.

If the new transportation system is similar to the Stampede, it would have to handle all of UB’s class loads and current route frequencies.

The cost is contingent upon many factors, Wallace said. It depends on which plan NFTA chooses and which routes are select-

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Some students are also open to the idea of UB and NFTA working together.

Sandilya Jandhya, a graduate electrical engineering major, said students are very much used to Stampede and he doesn’t know how much will change if the buses were gone.

“As far as connectivity goes, if the [NFTA buses and railways] go through the same routes as the Stampede, I think it will be good,” Jandhya said.

Muhammad Khan, a senior mechanical and aerospace engineering major, said the majority of his classes are on South and the buses aren’t very consistent. He looks forward to a new system where there will be no traffic and he can transfer between campuses quicker.

Other students think the Stampede should stay as it is.

“It’s better to have our own system that is primarily for UB students, it’s more reliable to get you from place to place on campus,” said Jessica Victor, a sophomore business major.

Yanitza Mercado, a freshman psychology major, is open to the expansion because it would allow students to explore the entire city and go off campus more often. But she prefers the Stampede because she doesn’t know if the new system will be as frequent.

The NFTA metro rail station on UB’s South Campus takes students from campus to downtown Buffalo. NFTA is looking to expand the commute into Amherst, which will double the number of commuters per day.

“It would be more convenient to keep the system the way it is, rather than implementing a new system because the buses that we have now just stay on campus,” said Sterling DePaul, a sophomore environmental engineering major.

NFTA is seeking input from students and others in the Buffalo community to help it come to a final decision.

NFTA held an open house this summer and will have more this fall where people can come and review the current plan.

Based on the feedback from the community within the next few months, NFTA may have to consider other alternatives.

Around December of this year, stakeholders, consultants and the community will review and analyze all of the information gathered from the open houses. NFTA will then come out with a locally preferred alternative. email: news@ubspectrum.com

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MARLEE TUSKES AND KENNETH KASHIF THOMAS NEWS EDITOR AND ARTS EDITOR

What do Rob Gronkowski, Patrick Kane, and Chad Michael Murray all have in common? While they may be people you have seen on your television before, there’s another quality that ties them together – they’re all from Buffalo.

Goo Goo Dolls The band formed in 1986, originally under the name “Sex Maggots” before switching over to the name we know today. It wasn’t until 1995 when the band released its hit song “Name” that the group garnered popularity. The band is not shy about its Buffalo roots, either. Its album Superstar Car Wash featured pictures of Buffalo buildings as its album and cover art and its song “Broadway” – which peaked at 24 on Billboard’s Top 100 – was about formerly popular bars located in Buffalo. The group recently played a free concert in Delaware Park for the annual Music is Art Festival in September.

Rob Gronkowski Nicknamed “Gronk,” the New England Patriots tight end was born and raised in Williamsville, New York and played football for Williamsville North High School. He was drafted by the Patriots in 2010 as a second round pick. Gronkowski has gone on to set several records for the NFL including most receiving yards by a tight end. He has gone to win a Super Bowl with the Patriots and has been noted as one of the best tight ends in the NFL.

Buffalo’s most famous A list of famous people from Buffalo

Wolf Blitzer Journalist and CNN’s “The Situation Room” anchor Wolf Blizter, while born in Augsburg, Germany, was raised in Buffalo and even graduated from University at Buffalo in 1970. During his time as a journalist, Blitzer has won several awards including the American Veteran Awards’ Ernie Pyle Journalism Award in 2002 for his military reporting and an Emmy for his reporting of the Oklahoma City bombing. In 2014, CNN released a story that featured Blitzer returning to Buffalo to explore his roots.

Chad Michael Murray Best known for his character Lucas Scott from the WB/CW series “One Tree Hill,” Chad Michael Murray grew up in Clarence, New York – a suburb outside of Buffalo.

After starting his career as a model, Murray made his television series debut playing a recurring character on the show “Gilmore Girls.” Murray’s performance on “One Tree Hill” led him to success as a “teen heartthrob” and he won several Teen Choice Awards including Choice TV Actor in a Drama. Murray is known to post pictures on social media wearing Buffalo Bills sports gear to show support for the team.

Christian Laettner Born in Angola, New York – about 30 minutes away from downtown Buffalo – Christian Laettner is a retired basketball player. His college career for Duke earned him a spot in the College Basketball Hall of Fame and his spot on the U.S. Olympic

team earned him a gold medal. Laettner attended Nichols School, a private school located in the city. Their gym was named Laettner Gymnasium after he made “generous” donations to the school. Laettner has been polled as the most hated college player in history according to ESPN, which led to the 30 for 30 documentary “I Hate Christian Laettner” which documented his success as a basketball player and looked into why he was so hated. Laettner’s history in Buffalo and his attendance at Nichols School is discussed in the film.

Patrick Kane Regarded as one of the best players in the NHL, Patrick Kane grew up in South Buffalo before attending Detroit Country Day School to play hockey. After being drafted by the Chicago Blackhawks in 2007 as the first overall pick, Kane has gone on to have many successes with the team including three Stanley Cup victories. Kane is also the first American forward to receive the Conn Smythe Trophy – which is the playoff MVP award. Kane also represented the United States in two Winter Olympic games. In 2010 the team won the silver medal and in 2014 the team finished in fourth place.

Nancy Marchand This actress enjoyed a 50-year career in the industry starting in 1951 television and film industry. Known for her role as Lydia Soprano in the hit HBO series “The Sopranos” in the early 2000s and Margaret Pynchon in “Lou Grant” in the late ’70s and

early ’80s. Raised a Methodist, she would go on to graduate from Carnegie Mellon and make her Broadway debut in the production of “The Taming of the Shrew.” With an extensive theater credit list, she’s solidified herself as a legend of acting in Buffalo.

Rick James As a Buffalo teenager this rock legend would sing in R&B and doo-wop groups around town. During the draft, he would join the United States Navy, but would desert to Toronto. It would be during his time in the six that he would form the band The Mynah Birds, who would include Neil Young, Bruce Palmer and Nick St. Nicholas. When he separated with the band, he would serve a year in prison for desertion, but would release his debut album Come Get it! under Gordy records in April 1978. This would be the beginning of a successful career for the artist. He then went on to release 11 albums and win a Grammy for his songwriting credit on “Superfreak.”

Stevie J. This now famous television personality is an award-winning musician, record producer and songwriter. He got his first taste of fame working with Bad Boy Records as part of the “Hitmen” team of in-house producers in the ’90s. He produced some of the most well-known songs on posthumous album Life After Death. Outside of his time with Bad Boy Records, he would work with various groups, including Jodeci and Swing Mob. Since being a personality on VH1’s hit show Love & Hip HOP: Atlanta he would make appearances in music videos with Faith Evans, Young Jeezy and Lil Wayne, among others. email: news@ubspectrum.com

COURTESY OF FLICKR USER PETER STEVENS Wolf Blitzer is a journalist and CNN anchor who graduated from UB in 1970.

COURTESY OF FLICKR USER SARAH A Patrick Kane is a NHL player who grew up in South Buffalo. He’s had three Stanley Cup victories and represented the United States in two Olympic games.

COURTESY OF FLICKR USER ANDY CASTRO Chad Michael Murray is a well-known actor and “teen heartthrob” who grew up in a suburb outside of Buffalo.

COURTESY OF FLICKR USER NEIL WINTON The Goo Goo Dolls first formed in 1985 and the group is not shy about its Buffalo roots.

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A taste of home

International students delve into Buffalo’s international markets

JOHN JACOBS STAFF WRITER

Every year, international students, which makeup 16 percent of the student body at UB, travel from all across the world and land in Buffalo: a snowy city that they temporarily call home.

And like every other student, they have to eat.

Many invest in meal plans. For those who don’t, it can be tricky to shop for food when living in a foreign country and even harder to find the food they’re used to eating at home. But some international students have found a way to make their favorite meals to remind them of home through heading out off campus.

For Mallikarjun Siddappa, a sophomore industrial engineering major from India, the answer to his foreign food is Super Bazaar, an Indian food store located on Sheridan Drive near Walmart.

According to Siddappa, Super Bazaar is a great place to shop for Indian cuisine

because it has foods and spices that would normally be unavailable in the United States and ingredients that he would normally use when he’s cooking at home in India.

In addition to meal ingredients, the market also has Indian snack foods, such as plantain chips, canolis and mangoes.

When Sidsappa shops at Super Bazaar, he buys things like rice, wheat, vegetables and seeds, which help him make meals he’s accustomed to.

They also have prepared meals.

Indian cuisine is not the only foreign food that can be found around Buffalo – there are many Asian markets, such as An Chau Asian Market, Niagara Asian Market and Sung’s Oriental Grocery and Gift.

Xinze Liu, a senior business major, shops at T&T Asian market, located on Elmwood Avenue.

“The store sells a lot of Asian foods that you can’t find at another grocery store,” Liu said.

Liu said it’s easier for him to shop at the Asian market because he can find food he

likes more and that he is more familiar with.

Though many seek out ingredients to make recipes from home, not every international student looks for cuisine that is customary to the place where they grew up.

Paul Stenger, a junior industrial engineering major, shops at Tops on Main Street. He chooses not to buy food that is customary to the country he grew up in – Germany.

Stenger said that he buys groceries there because it’s the closest grocery store near his home on South Campus, valuing convenience over tradition.

For those not on South, there is also a Tops located on Maple Road near North Campus.

“Most of the time, we just buy noodles and some meat – nothing too fancy,” Stenger said.

Stenger explained that trying to make the dishes that he eats in Germany would be too expensive to do in the United States.

The prices of the ingredients he would use, even the simple ones such as fruits and vegetables, are much steeper here compared to

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(LEFT) T & T Asian Markets offers products that students cannot find at other local grocery stores, including ingredients for meals found in their home country.

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(RIGHT) Traditional snack foods can be difficult to find in Tops or Wegmans, so it’s easier to go to a specialized international market.

Germany.

Regardless of what store they shop at, international students have a plethora of places to choose from when they go grocery shopping in Buffalo. It’s just a matter of how authentic they want their food to be and how much they’re willing to pay for it. email: features@ubspectrum.com

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Buffalo’s best bars Bars to check out during UB’s bar hiatus

Slick Willie’s Sports Bar

DANI GUGLIELMO FEATURES EDITOR

It’s no secret that one bar near North Campus and three bars located in the University Heights have closed down in the past three years.

University Heights residents may be complaining students wandering around their community, but students are complaining about how there’s nowhere for them to satisfy their college partying needs.

Not every student knows there’s more to Buffalo’s bar scene than the surrounding areas of South and North Campuses, where they can have a night out with friends or simply go for a drink.

Don’t let the closings of Northside, Mojo’s, Molly’s and The U stop you from having a good time as a college student. Try out these favorite bars among students instead.

Sky Bar Sky Bar, known as Buffalo’s only rooftop nightclub, is located downtown at 257 Franklin Entertainment Complex and open on Friday and Saturday nights until 4 a.m.

The only downfall about this bar is that Buffalo’s weather after mid-October is not ideal outside drinking weather – therefore the bar is only open in the summer months and early fall.

But the guest DJs, $5-10 cover and great drink prices make it a go-to place for students to party with friends while in Buffalo.

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Buffalo bar Thirsty Buffalo is perfect for sports fans and everyday patrons alike.

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Sports bar (716) Food and Sports has a massive television inside, which lures in sports fans to come watch games.

Students can try out this rooftop experience in the beginning and at the end of the school year – but Sky Bar is located right above two other inside bars: LiFT Nightclub and D’Arcy McGee’s Irish Pub. So when the weather does get cold patrons can check them out while waiting for Sky Bar to reopen.

(716) Food and Sport The first thing you might take note of while walking into (716) is the huge flat screen TVs hanging on the wall. This twolevel sports bar is a fun place to go to for casual drinks with friends to watch sport

games and eat great food.

(716) is located at 7 Scott Street in the HarborCenter of downtown. You can sit at one of their many bars or at a regular restaurant table for drinks, food, friends and game time.

Join this restaurant during Happy Hour Monday through Friday for $2 off bottle and draft beers, $1 off wine by the glass and $1 off standard mixed drinks and signature cocktails. Two popular signature cocktails to try are the Sabre Blue Cocktail and the Blood Orange Margarita.

Need a new bar near North Campus to make up for the loss of The U? Slick Willie’s Sports Bar, located on Niagara Falls Boulevard in Tonawanda, can be that new bar.

To celebrate the college night known as Thirsty Thursday, this bar offers $1 beers all night long. Slick Willie’s, also known as “Slicks,” is a bar where you will see college students and locals playing darts and billiards while drinking and hanging out with friends.

Although this bar isn’t walking distance from Campus or any Stampede stops and isn’t 18-and-up like The U was, it is a place for students to look into for a new and different cheap night out in Buffalo.

Thirtsty Buffalo The name of this bar says it all.

Thirsty Buffalo, located on Elmwood Avenue, has 32 beers on tap and from noon to 7 p.m. Monday through Saturday, patrons can get $2 off pints of Labatt blue and $2 off well drinks. But the bar is most popular on weekend nights and has a good crowd for college students and young people. The bar also has a nice enclosed patio off to the side that patrons can spill into on the nights the bar and dance floor get too crowded.

Obviously, the best part about going to bars on Elmwood and nearby district Allentown are the options it gives. There are many more bars located near by making the two areas a perfect fit for barhopping. email: features@ubspectrum.com

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most convenient place for studying.

The most obvious place to study in this library is the second floor room full of tables.

But if you walk up one more floor, you’ll find the real best study spot in HSL. The third floor has everything from a section of tables to computers and cubicles hidden behind bookshelves that gives students some privacy.

Next time you don’t feel like taking the Stampede or driving all the way back to North Campus after class, the third floor of HSL is a great spot to get that work done that needs to be finished.

Looking for a quieter coffee shop than Starbucks to study in? Check out SPoT Coffee located on Hertel Avenue. This location may be more convenient for students who live off campus, but it is definitely a place all students should check out.

This coffee shop resembles Perks from the TV show “Friends” – a place where you can sit on a couch or table with your friends to either hang out or do some studying together.

The best part of it all is that you have full access to coffee whenever you need it – and not just the typical Dunkin Donut’s or Starbucks coffee we’re all used to.

Richmond Bridge The Richmond Bridge is a little hidden section near the Millard Fillmore College (MFC) in the Ellicott Complex. This bridge connects Richmond Quad to MFC to Spaulding Quad.

In this bridge, there are tables and chairs set up for students. If you’re roommates are too loud to study in your dorm room, this is the ideal place to go.

Once you make your way back to your dorm after a long day of classes, grab food from the Atrium and make your way up to Richmond Bridge for the perfect place to study.

Third Floor HSL

MFC classrooms

If you have classes on South Campus, the Health and Sciences Library (HSL) is the

If you’re a procrastinator who dorms in the Ellicott Complex, MFC classrooms are

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The Oscar A. Silverman Library, located on the third floor of Capen, is still under renovation and many students haven’t found a study location to replace “Club Capen.”

Although many students have been using the basement of Capen and Lockwood Library to get their work done, there are plenty of other better study spots on and off campus to take advantage of.

another great spot for last minute all-night studying.

Classes are held in these rooms during the day, but at night they are completely dark and deserted – a nice quiet spot to stay up all night and study.

Snag a cup of coffee from Perks and find your own personal classroom study in and try to memorize all the information you waited until the last minute to study.

Law Library Are you ever on North Campus and can’t find an empty cubicle to in Lockwood Library?

The Law Library located in O’Brian Hall is the next best place to go.

Students may believe that the Law Library is only accessible for law students.

What they don’t know is that the only part of this library exclusively for law students is the computers and private rooms.

When you walk into the Law Library, there is a huge open space for students to sit around and do work. If you keep walking down the main floor, there are elevators that can take you up to more floors where you can find separate cubicles to isolate yourself. email: features@ubspectrum.com

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(TOP) Spot Coffee on Hertel Avenue is a nice local coffeehouse that’s perfect for those looking to study outside of UB’s campuses.

(MIDDLE) Many students choose to study at the Health Sciences Library (HSL) on South Campus for its good lighting and large amount of space.

(BOTTOM) HSL is nicknamed “Hogwarts” by some for its architecture and elegance.

Nonstop fun Quick, close weekend getaways for Buffalonians TORI ROSEMAN SENIOR FEATURES EDITOR

As students, we live for the weekend. We push through Monday and Tuesday to skate through Wednesday and Thursday so by the time Friday comes, we’re ready to go. Unfortunately as the semester keeps moving, weekends begin to change. It’s no longer outdoor parties and pumpkin picking – it’s so cold, it’s hard to be outside at all.

Luckily, Buffalo is accustomed to this cold. Here are some weekend hotspots, perfect for any mini-vacation or wintery weekend fun.

Holiday Valley Holiday Valley Resort in Ellicottville, New York is less than an hour away from UB and provides the opportunity for those who love to ski or snowboard. The resort offers lessons for those willing to learn, which makes the trip fun for anyone. Schussmeisters, UB’s skiing and snowboarding club, organizes trips for students and offer discounted passes. Holiday Valley also offers tubing, sleigh rides, snowshoeing and mountain tours.

If you’re not looking to spend your entire trip outside, treat yourself to massages and body wraps to melt away the stress of school at the Falling Waters Spa. The Holiday Valley Mountain Shops lets visitors find any of their winter gear needs.

The lodge hosts a variety of large events such as weddings and banquets, so don’t mistake it for a tiny cabin in the woods. It can make a fun, inexpensive getaway for you and some friends to immerse yourselves in Western New York winter.

Toronto, Ontario, Canada Not many students can say they live half an hour away from the U.S.-Canada border.

Toronto is less than two hours away from Buffalo and makes for a perfect excursion for those looking to explore Canada.

There are some must-see attractions like the CN Tower, the Hockey Hall of Fame,

the Museum of Contemporary Canadian Art and the Toronto Zoo. You can check out a Blue Jays baseball game while the season is still going or a Toronto Maple Leafs hockey game.

Since the drinking age is only 19, Canadian nightlife can be exciting for those underage in the United States. College Street Bar, Sweaty Betty’s and The Guvernment are just a few of the popular clubs and bars that Toronto has to offer, though you can explore the city to find smaller bars that might strike your fancy.

Niagara Falls The Falls are only about half an hour away from UB, so it’s an easy getaway any time of the year. Though it’s a little nicer when the weather is better, Niagara Falls is beautiful no matter the season – even frozen over. The Maid of the Mist tour, where participants take a boat to the foot of the Falls, or the Niagara Gorge Discover Center, a hiking trail near the Falls in which participants can explore caves, give visitors a chance to see the Wonder of the World up close.

The entire surrounding area is full of shops and restaurants to explore including the Hard Rock Café and the Seneca Resort and Casino. Even if you decide against going to the state park itself, there’s plenty to do in the surrounding city.

There are two sides to the Falls, so if you’re looking for something a little different, hop over to the Canadian side if you have a passport. They have an IMAX Theatre, the massive Niagara Skywheel and the exciting Skylon Tower Observation Desk.

The Observation Deck has a revolving dining room in which patrons can enjoy an ever-changing view of Canada.

Cleveland, Ohio Most people at UB are from New York – whether it’s Western New York, Upstate or down in the Long Island/New York City area. Ohio is only a few hours from Buffalo and well worth the weekend away to not only explore a new city, but a different state.

Cleveland has some exciting, though touristy, sights to see like the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, where greats like Ringo Starr, The Ramones, and Green Day are honored for their contributions to music. Other tourist hotspots include the Cleveland Metroparks Zoo and the Cleveland Museum of Art. Once you’re done exploring the city, enjoy Cleveland nightlife with locations like Griffin Cider House, an English-style pub which offers eight varieties of cider on tap.

If you’re looking for some music, go down to the Euclid Tavern, one of the most legendary music venues in town. It’s more of a neighborhood corner bar, but offers live music every night and is open until 2:30 a.m. on weekends. email: features@ubspectrum.com

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(TOP) The Beatles exhibit is just one of many to see in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum. The museum is in Cleveland, which is only a three hour drive from Buffalo, making it a perfect weekend getaway.

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(BOTTOM) The Maid of the Mist tour allows visitors to get a closer look into Niagara Falls. The tour is now open until Nov. 8, which means there’s still a month to take the tour.

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Best places near campus to eat after midnight PHOTOS BY KAINAN GUO, THE SPECTRUM

(LEFT) Jim’s Steakout is one of many places that stays open after midnight for students. It offers wraps and sandwiches with different types of meat including steak and chicken to satisfy any late night appetite.

(MIDDLE) Ying’s was voted by Flavor and Fortune to be in the top 100 Chinese restaurants in the United States, though it serves much more than just Chinese cuisine.

(RIGHT) MD B Ali, owner of Calios, takes a calzone out of the oven at the Main Street location. Calios provides those looking for food around South Campus with a variety of calzones, including dessert-style.

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It’s after midnight – you could be in the library, at a party with friends or Netflix and chilling.

No matter where you are, you’re probably hungry.

In the early hours of the morning, some of your usual favorite places to eat may not accommodate this late night hunger. Here are some that will take care of that rumble in your tummy after the clock strikes twelve.

Jim’s Steakout Located at 3094 Main Street, Jim’s Steakout is the perfect place to grab something to eat late at night. Whether you just got booted from The Steer after last call or just wrapped up a mid-week study session, this eatery – in walking distance from UB’s South Campus – is most likely open.

With hours from 10 a.m. to 5 a.m. Monday through Sunday, Jim’s Steakout is almost always serving food.

Jim’s Steakout has a big menu with a variety of items. One of the most popular is its award winning “Stinger Sub,” a steak sub topped with chicken fingers in your choice of sauce.

If the thought of steak and fried chick-

en has your stomach turning, don’t worry, Jim’s Steakout has healthier options as well.

It offers a grilled chicken sandwich as well as a variety of salads, so you are sure to find something you’re in the mood for.

rounding UB’s South and North Campuses everyday – from 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. on Sundays, until 11:30 p.m. Mondays through Wednesdays and until 12:30 a.m. Thursdays through Saturdays.

Just Pizza

IncrediBull Pizza

Although Jim’s Steakout has a variety of food, something they don’t have is pizza.

There are times when this is a deal breaker – you cannot help what you crave – and for those times, take yourself to the corner of Main Street and Northrup Place and into Just Pizza.

With over 75 varieties available in sizes from medium to jumbo and some by the slice, Just Pizza will almost certainly have the pizza you are looking for.

It offers specialty pizzas, traditional pizzas and almost 30 different toppings you can add on top of whichever pizza you choose.

Despite its name this pizzeria does offer more than “just pizza.” Wings, chicken fingers, subs, tacos, salads and an array of appetizers are also on Just Pizza’s menu and all of these items available for takeout or delivery.

Just Pizza’s takeout hours are 10 a.m. to 12 a.m. on Sunday through Wednesday and 10 a.m. to 3 a.m. on Thursday through Saturday. Just Pizza also delivers to areas sur-

You’re on North Campus and it’s past midnight. You’re sick of everything in the Elli and you need a hearty meal but you don’t have any cash on you – just Dining Dollars. You’re in luck – IncrediBull Pizza delivers until 2 a.m. and you can pay in Dining Dollars.

You may recognize the tiny cars that zip around North Campus as they deliver straight to dorms, apartments or offices without any extra charge for the special delivery.

You can order pizza, wings, subs, salads and more from IncrediBull Pizza without even leaving your room. Along with cash and credit cards, Dining Dollars, Campus Cash and FlexiBULL Bucks are also accepted as forms of payment.

Calios Maybe you prefer your pizza inside out with all of the ingredients tucked nicely into a calzone. If this is the case, Calios is the place for you.

Located at 3160 Main Street, Calios offers

a variety of different calzones from hamburger, chicken, and steak and more to dessert style calzones. Calios also offers other snacks like wings, fries, and mozzarella sticks, every day from 4 p.m. to 4 a.m. both for takeout and delivery.

Calios unfortunately does not deliver all the way to the areas surrounding North Campus, but after trying their calzones you might decide it’s worth the drive.

Ying’s Ying’s, located at 2309 Eggert Road between North and South Campus, is open for takeout or delivery to the areas surrounding both North and South Campuses. Ying’s is open from 10:30 a.m. to 4 a.m. on Monday through Friday and 12 p.m. to 4 a.m. on Sundays.

Ying’s menu has a very large variety. Although Flavor and Fortune voted Ying’s one of the top 100 Chinese restaurants in the United States, their menu includes almost any food you can think of. Along with Chinese favorites, Ying’s offers pizza, wings, hamburgers and hot dogs, Italian dinners and Greek dinners, soup, salads, appetizers, seafood, desserts and surprisingly way more. Unless you’re in the mood for caviar or gourmet French cuisine, chances are Ying’s has just what you want. email: features@ubspectrum.com

School style on a school budget Bills shirts or Buffalo sweatshirts.

These markets are the perfect places to get something most other students may not have, since many don’t even realize the clothes are there. Because they are sold in the market, the prices are better than oncampus, with sweatshirts ranging from $2040 rather than $30-60-plus.

Neither store has a huge selection. In Tops the clothing is scattered throughout, but it’s worth a look if you’re trying to represent Buffalo in your clothing choices. It’s great one-stop shopping – you can both fill the fridge and closet in one big sweep.

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There’s nothing better than reppin’ your school when you’re home, at a UB event or just relaxing with friends. It’s an accomplishment to be at this university and wearing school apparel is a way to showcase your school spirit and pride. UB’s Bookstore and Buffalo Gifts & Greek Shop in The Commons on campus have a ton of clothing, but it’s on the more expensive side.

Ladies in particular, we love to have variety in our wardrobe. You don’t want to wear the same shirt to every game you go to watch – so try some of these stores for some Buffalo clothing at a discounted price.

Greeks & Sneaks Greeks & Sneaks on Main Street near South Campus isn’t just a clothing store – it has loads of cute UB items like keychains and bumper stickers. As per its name, the shop sells all different types of shoes for those looking for a fresh pair of kicks – from Nikes to ladies boots.

On top of normal Buffalo wear, the store specializes in Greek supplies of all sorts.

While many members of Greek life in Buffalo already know about the store, it can be a cute place to grab your best friends from home something with their Greek letters, be it a bag, necklace or small trinket.

What may be even more alluring for students than the clothing choices is the textbook selection the store offers. They’re cheaper than the ones in the Bookstore, and are, according to Greeks & Sneaks’

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Greeks & Sneaks is a store that offers students clothing, sneakers, textbooks and an assortment of Greek gear.

website, “competitively priced with online retailers.”

The store is locally owned – to support the business, stop by and see if there’s something for you.

Campus Tees Campus Tees, located on North Campus in the Student Union, has a huge selection of shirts, sweatshirts and sweatpants for any student looking to rep UB without spending grocery money.

The T-shirts outside of the store are one of the best deals it has to offer – they’re usually only between $10-15 and come in a variety of colors. Pick your favorite and stack up, so even if they all have the same logo they look like completely different shirts.

Near the front by the register, the store also has some clutch

items like nail polish, water bottles, magnets or UB card holders that stick to the back of your phone. These are perfect for when you leave them in your room or are just looking to add something new to your surplus of UB logo items.

Quick tip – if your parents are interested in sending you a care package, tell them to go on the Campus Tees website. The shop offers several different packages, some for holidays and others non-specific, that range in price.

Tops/Wegmans You may think you miss the superstores from home (I’m looking at you, Costco) but supermarkets like Tops and Wegmans usually sell more than just groceries – they also sell clothing. Though not all of the clothing has the UB or Bulls logo on it, they have some cute Buffalo items such as

Online shopping has become increasingly popular over the last few years as the Internet has made its way into our daily lives.

If you’re an avid online shopper, this website is a perfect fix for your Buffalo clothing needs.

Apparel is on the pricier side, but its deals are still better than those on-campus.

Clothing can be customized to include a certain team or name across the back. The site has everything any of the stores do, from sweatshirts to hats to bags and backpacks.

What makes this site helpful in particular helpful for those watching their wallet is that apparel can be ordered in bundles, which lower the overall price. They constantly offer discounts on a variety of items, so even if your favorite isn’t in the right price range, chances are it’ll eventually go on sale.

No matter which place you choose, it’s important to have some keepsake of your time at UB. Even if it’s only one shirt or a magnet, you’ll hold onto it years after graduating. These are the clothes you’ll be wearing ten years from now while reminiscing on those frigid, Buffalo days. email: features@ubspectrum.com

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A simple fix Places to go for all your grooming needs TORI ROSEMAN SENIOR FEATURES EDITOR

UB students spend eight months of the year living in Buffalo, yet many wait until they go home for a fresh haircut or a nice manicure. The comfort of home and the experience they get in their familiar environment is something to be appreciated.

But when your hair starts getting in your eyes and your nails resemble claws, it’s time to make moves and try something new.

Below is a compilation of places that can become the new go-to for a quick trim or a drastic change.

Rosanne’s Hair Shop The salon is conveniently located right inside the UB Commons and provides service to both students and faculty on a regular basis.

The average price for a visit is around $20, but it depends entirely upon what service you utilize. In addition to haircuts, Rosanne’s also sells hair products including gels and conditioner.

Rosanne’s offers coloring, blowouts, extensions and perms on top of trims and cuts. They have a few stylists on staff, so it’s usually not too difficult to walk in and find someone with availability.

They accept Campus Cash, like many of the shops in the Commons, as well as cash and credit cards.

So if you’re having a hair disaster, run on over to Rosanne’s for a solid, local fix.

Lady Jane’s Haircuts for Men Lady Jane’s is the mancave of salons. Its waiting room is filled with flat-screens, big comfortable recliners and tablets to fill out patrons’ information.

The salon is located at 1731 Sheridan Drive in Tonawanda, only about 15 minutes from North Campus.

The salon doesn’t just offer haircuts – but beard, mustache and goatee trimming, hair coloring and waxing are also services offered at this one-stop service.

Lady Jane’s has reasonable prices, but be wary – though at first you may not find your stylist, do not always choose the “random” option. If you like the way one of the stylists cuts, keep going back to her – it’s not worth the chance of being there for a long time or not getting the perfect cut.

those living in the University Heights and on South Campus.

Natural Nails offers a manicure for $15 and a gel for $25. This salon doesn’t require an appointment, but it doesn’t accept credit cards – cash only.

Pedicures, waxing and other services typically available in a nail salon are available at Natural Nails.

It’s worth the visit, especially if you have an upcoming special event or are just looking to have them done by a professional.

and know how to work with each other and their customer base.

They provide a variety of services, from blowouts to special occasions and eyebrow waxing.

Hair I Am is located right on Transit Road, so it’s not too far to get a nice new ’do. email: features@ubspectrum.com

Hair I Am Unisex Salon Hair I Am is the place to go for anyone looking to kill those dead ends, change up their look or just get it styled differently.

Though the haircuts are a little pricier, their quality is worth the money. The hairdressers who are there have been there for years,

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Freddie Rivera, who graduated from UB, gets his hair cut at Rosanne’s in The Commons.

Buffalo Trim This salon is UB friendly – it is located right at 1300 Sweethome Road in the new shopping center and takes Campus Cash.

Their shop is new age, filled with stylists who specialize in the latest hair trends and work to perfect your look. Like Lady Jane’s, this salon offers entertainment for its customers with billiards, dartboards and flatscreens.

A cut is only $15 and the salon is open every day.

They have a Workin’ Man Package that includes a haircut, hot lather neck shave and an invigorating shampoo, if you feel like treating yourself.

Buffalo Trim is easy to get to and has another location on North French Road.

Natural Nails Finding a salon with reasonable prices that treat your nails right can be difficult. Though it can be easy to just do them yourself, sometimes it’s nice a manicure as a treat. Look to Natural Nails on Ellicott Street for this combination – though it’s not super close to North, it’s convenient for

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Giving students the spotlight

The Project Space gives UB students their own space to showcase their work

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The Project Space is an exhibition space for UB faculty, students and staff to call their own.

Natalie Fleming, UB’s visual resource curator, said she wanted to create a space solely for UB students and faculty to display their art, apart from the Anderson Gallery and First Floor Gallery in the Center For the Arts.

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Natalie Fleming, UB’s visual studies resource curator, wanted to create a space solely for UB students and faculty to display their art. While allowed to showcase their work in the Anderson Gallery on South Campus and in the galleries within the Center for the Arts (CFA), members of the UB community did not have a space to call their own.

Thus, The Project Space was born.

Fleming, who is the supervisor of The Project Space, met with staff members within the department to create a space that would display the artwork of only UB faculty, students and staff and would enable students to gain experience in the installation, de-installation and publicity of an entire exhibition. The university’s other art galleries dis-

play artists within the Buffalo community and a majority of their installations are long term.

“Most will go for at least a month, and what that does is limits the kind of variety of exhibitions you can have that feature all the amazing work that our students are doing,” Fleming said. “That was the point of The Project Space – to have a space where students could really begin to think about how to install their work in a gallery environment.”

The Project Space, located in the CFA, works on a first-come, first-serve basis. All art students and respective faculty wishing to display their work are required to register online and schedule an exhibition.

“It’s a self-serve space,” Fleming said. “As much as you want to put into it, that’s what you get out of it.”

Those with access to the exhibition space are allowed to treat it as if it were an official gallery publicizing an event and even hold-

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ing an opening reception.

Amanda Killian, a senior art history and graphic design major, was introduced to The Project Space after a teacher asked her typography class to create an installation.

Last month, Killian showcased her own artwork in The Project Space. Her exhibition included three oil paintings, some works on paper and one large-scale installation.

“I think it’s really important to have access to exhibition spaces on campus,” Killian said.

Although she considered it a simple “practice exercise,” she said she is certain that the space does act as an authentic gallery with true purpose for others who have used it to house thesis shows.

Killian’s larger piece was an installation of 144 daffodils pinned to the wall.

“Daffodils have huge personal meaning to me, “ she stated. “I’ve kind of become fixated on them.”

The paintings represent her attraction to poems and repeating words and reflect the changing emotions that come from abstract work.

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Buffalo’s best art galleries The Spectrum’s list of the best Queen City art BRIAN WINDSCHITL SENIOR ARTS EDITOR

Buffalo’s art scene has long since been underestimated. With countless exhibitions and galleries around town, the Queen City has more to offer than what’s on the surface – you just have to know where to look.

Here, The Spectrum has done the research for you, to put you in the know. What follows is a list of Buffalo’s best art galleries, rated based on popularity, influence in the Buffalo art community and the diversity of the exhibitions.

Albright-Knox Art Gallery The Albright-Knox Art Gallery was founded in 1862. Since then, the gallery has grown exponentially. Now it sits in the middle of Elmwood, housing a collection of contemporary and experimental artwork.

The gallery constantly does promotional

events with the City of Buffalo – and, each first Friday of the month, students can enter the gallery free of charge. The art gallery is a staple of the Buffalo art community and is number on The Spectrum’s list.

Burchfield Penney Art Center Burchfield Penney Art Center comes in second. The gallery, known for its collections running from the 19th century to the present day, is slightly more contemporary than Albright. The gallery is currently hosting a series of modern exhibitions from different 21st century artists. The gallery hosts free Fridays on the second Friday of every month. This gallery, along with the AlbrightKnox, forms the crux of Buffalo’s art scene.

CEPA Gallery The Contemporary Photography & Visual Arts Center is located in Buffalo’s Market Arcade Complex. Originally started as a community darkroom, the CEPA Gallery has since grown to become one of Buffalo’s big-

gest local galleries, supporting local artists in the area. Consistently looking for new talent and often drawing from UB art students, CEPA takes the third spot because of its role in supporting the local art scene. Recently, CEPA merged with the Big Orbit Gallery to expand the gallery’s scope of visual arts.

Hallwalls Contemporary Arts Center Hallwalls, similar to CEPA, is a huge advocate for the local Buffalo arts scene. It is located on Delaware, connected to Babeville, a local venue, and Righteous Babe Records, a local record company. Together,

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The Albright-Knox Art Gallery is located in the middle of Elmwood. The gallery, opened in 1862, has grown to become one of the most important local staples of the Buffalo art scene.

On the first Friday of every month, admission is free.

these three venues form a community of music and art, consistently trying to push the local culture forward. email: arts@ubspectrum.com

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The Spectrum evaluates the best concert venues in the city

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Babeville stands stoically above the City of Buffalo. The revivedgothic style church is home to Ashbury Hall and 9th Ward, two of the city’s foremost music venues, as well as Righteous Babe Records and Hallwalls Contemporary Art Center.

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When thinking of the most musical cities in the United States, Buffalo might not be the first city that comes to mind. New York City, Chicago, Los Angeles, San Francisco and New Orleans are all cities that have a reputation for being music hotspots. But Buffalo shouldn’t be overlooked. Stadiums, lawn concerts, small dive bars, musical festivals – in recent years Buffalo has quietly built up its community of musicians into something noteworthy.

Mohawk Place Intimacy: A+ Size: BActs: B+ The Mohawk Place has a storied history in Buffalo. First opened in ’90s by Pete Perrone as a blues and rockabilly dive bar, Mohawk Place has quickly risen to the forefront of Buffalo’s underground music scene. Hosting shows every other night, Mohawk Place is like a little slice of Brooklyn in Buffalo. The small dive is intimate and grungy, but the sound is true and the crowd is always passionate. It’s the nightly spot for local musicians and music-lovers alike, constantly bringing in the brightest up-and-coming indie acts from around the city and country. The nightly shows, intimate feel and local legacy puts Mohawk at the top of our list.

Town Ballroom Intimacy: B+ Size: B+ Shows: B+ The Town Ballroom was originally created as the “Town Casino” in the ’40s where Buffalo’s biggest musical acts in town – Miles Davis and John Coltrane – played.

These days, Town Ballroom is one of Buffalo’s major players in the industry. Consistently bringing in a solid mix of national and smaller indie acts, as well as boasting one of the larger indoor bar/venues in Buffalo, Town Ballroom is a hotspot for music lovers. The venue is a perfect blend of intimacy – because the venue can host 1,200 people, the audience is pressed practically face-to-face with the artists.

Babeville Intimacy: BSize: B+ Shows: ABabeville is the premier indoor venue in Buffalo. Drawing in famous indie acts like Modest Mouse and Neutral Milk Hotel, Babeville is known for the consistent quality of the acts and shows. Behind the scenes, Babeville is also home to Righteous Babe Records, a local company home to many smaller-level bands, Andrew Bird among them. The venue, a 19th-century Gothic Revival-style church, has a crisp sound to accompany the storied interior. It is among the most important venues in the Buffalo music scene.

Waiting Room

lo’s most successful up-and-coming music hall. After opening in 2013, the venue has steadily grown in popularity. Now, the Waiting Room is one of the most consistently popular venues in the city, hosting concerts almost every day in its downstairs area or smaller, intimate upstairs bar. The venue can hold about 500 people and is, without a doubt, currently Buffalo’s most promising music hall.

First Niagara Center Intimacy: D Size: A Shows: A First Niagara Center has to be included in this list – it is the only large-scale venue in Buffalo, apart from Ralph Wilson Stadium located about 30 minutes outside of the city in Orchard Park. Able to hold up to 19,000 people, First Niagara Center is where the national acts come to play when in town. Most recently, Paul McCartney announced he would play there on Oct. 22 – tickets sold out in three minutes. This venue is the largest in the area and brings in the highest-profile artists. email: arts@ubspectrum.com

Intimacy: ASize: B Shows: B+ The Waiting Room has been Buffa-

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Killian believes the art community at UB would benefit immensely if students had more opportunities to display their work and while she was a bit too shy to publicize more of her exhibition, she would like to register for the space again in the future.

The Project Space also serves as a platform for professional development that budding artists can add to their résumés and portfolios.

“It certainly helps when trying to book their next show,” Fleming said. “It counts as a time that you have shown in a gallery space.”

Renee Ruffino, the creative design director for the College of Arts and Sciences and an adjunct professor, assigned a class of 22 students last semester a 3D typography project that was to be showcased in The Project Space.

Ruffino thinks working as a group builds students’ self-esteem, as they usually don’t ask to have their work displayed individually.

“They are actually very proud of showing it in a public space, where they’ve never had the opportunity to do that,” Ruffino said.

Fleming said that group projects are also a more effective way of inspiring students to reserve the space by themselves, once they have gained enough confidence.

UB’s multiple art galleries offer the community, both in and around the university, opportunities to exhibit professional and amateur works. The point of The Project Space is to guarantee those who study art at UB a space to show their work without interruption.

“We are actually booked for the entire year already, and are already booking for the fall,” Fleming said. “It was something that was obviously needed.”

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Makes you wanna shout

Despite team’s success, Buffalo is the No. 1 tailgating city in the country JORDAN GROSSMAN SENIOR SPORTS EDITOR

Mason Cohen, a junior psychology major, said a tailgate and football game at Ralph Wilson Stadium was “nothing like [he’d ever] seen before.”

Cohen, a life-long New York Giants fan, attended his first-ever game at “The Ralph” this past Sunday when the Giants faced the Buffalo Bills. He attended games at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey, but this experience was very different.

“I’ve never seen a place jump like that before,” Cohen said. “Even during pregame warm-ups, just so many Bills fans would be on their feet and cheering. Don’t know if it was the alcohol talking or not, but it was a sight to see. I always hear that Buffalo has the best fans, but I actually saw why.”

Yahoo! Travel listing recently named Buffalo the top-tailgating city in the United States, despite its sports teams’ lack of success. In a report by The New York Times earlier this year, Buffalo was ranked third for the most “cursed” sport city in the country, as both the Bills and the Sabres of the NHL have never won a championship.

It always hurts to see your favorite team underperform. That’s what Buffalonians have endured for their favorite teams. From Bills kicker Scott Norwood’s “wide right” kick in the 1991 Super Bowl, or the “Mu-

sic City Miracle” in the wild card round in 1999, Bills’ fan have a lot of painful memories.

But it doesn’t matter how bad a Buffalo team may be. The weather doesn’t matter either. Residents and college students alike will pack out home games and begin “Buffalo” chants at the spur of the moment. Everyone, in unison, will chant, ‘Let’s go Buffalo’ or the crowd-favorite song “Shout” by the Isley Brothers, which has gradually made its way into Bills folklore with fans singing “the Bills make me wanna shout.”

Cohen is a native of Long Island and has never been to a Buffalo tailgate other than a UB football tailgate. This past Sunday’s game in particular helped Cohen understand the context of how Buffalo won the award.

“People everywhere,” Cohen said about the crowd. “It took me close to 20 minutes just to go from the tailgating lot to the ticket booth. We had to leave five minutes early because we were either going to wait an hour to leave or get into a fight after the game with a Bills fan.”

Cohen was expecting a raucous crowd at The Ralph. He only heard stories about the boisterous Buffalo crowd and how they could begin a fight at any given moment.

But he was impressed with their composure.

“Coming into the game, I expected the Bills fans to be way too obnoxious to get along with, being I’m a Giants fan,” Cohen

said. “But they were actually pretty cool.”

For outsiders like Cohen, a Buffalo tailgate may be a rare occurrence. But for natives, a Sunday at the Ralph is an event.

Maury Fields, a senior biomedical engineering major, wakes up at dawn to begin the tailgate process. Fields, a season-ticket holder, meets together with a big group of people at the early hours of the morning with taco dip and chicken wings in hand, ready to begin the party.

She usually brings the essentials for “typical drinking games” such as a baseball bat for “dizzy bat,” a beer pong table and a lot of cups.

“The tailgating experience is one of a kind,” Fields said in an email. “Last week, we tailgated next to a DJ and they had a TV next to them with the 9:30 [a.m.] London game playing. You could go to a tailgate knowing nobody and leave it knowing so many people. Everyone is ready to party and have a good time.”

The atmosphere doesn’t change much when inside the stadium either. Cohen said the stadium “was surprisingly small,” but it made for a good time as well. Fields said “The Ralph” during a game is “loud and rowdy, just like you’d expect.”

But any stadium in the country can be

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Buffalo Bills and New York Giants fans packed Ralph Wilson Stadium and its surrounding parking lots for pregame tailgates on Sunday. Buffalo was ranked No. 1 as the best tailgating city in America in a Yahoo! Travel listing.

loud and rowdy. Two weeks ago, Buffalo attempted to break the sound record for the loudest stadium, but that mark is still held by the Kansas City Chiefs fans at Arrowhead Stadium. What makes Buffalo so appealing on game day is camaraderie.

The Bills haven’t come close to a championship since 1993, which was the fourth and final season they lost in the Super Bowl.

It’s hard to be a Bills fan. There’s a lot of suffering. But it doesn’t matter to natives.

They want a good time.

“I think Bills fans will always support their team,” Fields said. “I have been tailgating at ‘The Ralph’ for the last six years and the fans have always been loud and excited to see their team play … Since I’ve been a Bills fan, they haven’t made the playoffs. But every Sunday morning, those lots are still full and the stadium is roaring come 1 p.m.” email: jordan.grossman@ubspectrum.com

The best of the Bulls JORDAN GROSSMAN SENIOR SPORTS EDITOR

With most of Buffalo’s Division-I sports in the thick of Mid-American Conference play, each team is still in contention for their respective conference titles.

Of course, it’s a whole team effort, including the coaching staff, to get a team in position to compete for a championship.

But each squad has standout performers that have helped take it to the next level.

The Spectrum named the best newcomer, most improved and the most valuable player of the Bulls’ Division-I fall sports team so far.

Football (2-3, 0-1 MAC) Newcomer: Collin Lisa, sophomore wide receiver The speedy transfer from UAB has quickly turned into one of senior quarterback Joe Licata’s favorite targets on the team. He ranks third with 188 receiving yards and a touchdown this season, while giving Licata a legitimate third-down slot option.

Most improved: Nick Gilbo, senior linebacker Glibo was limited to a backup role and special teams last season, but he now has the responsibility of a ‘Mike’ linebacker and one of the best defensive players on the team. Gilbo is ranked first in many defensive categories, including tackles (44), tackles for losses (6.5) and sacks (2.5).

MVP: Anthone Taylor, senior running back He has been the most consistent player on the Bulls all season and contributes to the team much more than rushing.

Taylor’s 474 yards (94.8/game) through five games leads the team by more than 175 yards. But his value is his awareness. He’s one of the best blockers on the team and has awareness of the full field. He’s excellent at picking up the blitz and has kept Buffalo in many games this season.

A strong case also could have been made for junior cornerback Boise Ross, but ultimately, Taylor contributed too much to pass up.

Men’s soccer (5-4-3) Newcomer: Scott Doney, sophomore forward

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(From L to R) Midfielder/forward Russell Cicerone, goalkeeper Laura Dougall, running back Anthone Taylor, outside hitter Valisha Watkins are some of the impact performers of their respective team this fall.

A transfer from Marshall and native of New Zealand, Doney has made himself a home in Buffalo.

This season, Doney is second on the team in points (13), shots (20) and goals (4) while playing in all 12 games thus far. Expect more of Doney in the second half of the season.

Most improved: Braden Scales, junior defenseman/midfielder Last season, Scales held nothing more than a fill-in role for the Bulls, but this year, he’s one of the most important pieces to a potential conference-winning team.

He’s stepped into a starting role, playing in all games and starting nine of them, and shined as well. He ranks second on the team in points (10) and his .650 shots on goal percentage is first on the team for players with more than one attempt.

MVP: Russell Cicerone, junior midfielder/ forward There was absolutely no question about who the leader of this team is.

Cicerone has been the best player on the team the previous two seasons, but his level

of play has increased this season as well. He has become the foundation of this team behind his team-leading 22 points, eight goals, six assists and 38 shots on goal. The reigning MAC Co-Player Of The Week may have more of those awards in store this season with his level of play.

Women’s soccer (6-5-1, 2-2 MAC) Newcomer: Carissima Cutrona, freshman forward One of the best players on this year’s soccer team grew up 15 minutes away from UB Stadium.

Cutrona, a redshirt freshman and native of Williamsville, has been a welcoming surprise for this squad, tallying two goals, three assists and seven points, which all rank second on the team. Her 35 shots rank first on the team as well.

Most improved: Julia Benati, sophomore midfielder Benati impressed many during her MAC All-Freshman team nod last year, but she has gradually evolved into one of the best players on the Bulls. She leads the team in goals (4) and points (9) and is tied with Cu-

trona with 13 shots on goal.

MVP: Laura Dougall, sophomore goalkeeper Last year’s freshman phenom has quickly rose to the best player on this year’s team at the age of 19.

Buffalo may all ready have more losses this season than all of last year, but it hasn’t been because of Dougall. She allows less than a goal per game (0.80) and has made 61 saves this season. On many occasions, Dougall’s defensive prowess helped keep Buffalo in the game and is a key reason why the Bulls still have a winning record.

Volleyball (3-13, 2-2 MAC) Newcomer: Valisha Watkins, freshman outside hitter The freshman has helped Buffalo forget the departure of Tahleia Bishop.

Watkins inherited Bishop’s position this year after she left the team after last season due to undisclosed reasons. But Watkins has stepped in the role with gusto.

The freshman is second on the team in kills (127) and averages 2.5 points per set.

Most improved: Niki Bozinoski, sophomore libero It’s hard for a player that played 116 sets as a freshman last year to improve, but her defensive skills are as polished as ever.

Bozinoski has 116 digs and leads the team with 10 service aces so far this season. The numbers may not jump out, but she refined her defensive game this season and has become a crucial member of this growing team.

MVP: Megan Lipski, senior outside hitter It’s arguable Lipski was the best player on the team last year. There’s no question about it this season.

Lipski is encapsulates what a senior leader is supposed to be. Head coach Blair Brown Lipsitz frequently praises her for her efforts.

This season, she has a team-high 178 kills and 572 total attempts. Her most impressive performance to date was in a 3-1 victory over Bowling Green last Saturday where she accumulated 17 kills, 47 total attempts and 18 digs. Despite a slow start, Lipski and the team are now right in the hunt for a MAC title. email: jordan.grossman@ubspectrum.com