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Teaching with style: fashionable professors on campus
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Hey Cletus, can we go thrift shopping?
The Spectrum selects two UB students for a style makeover CLETUS EMOKPAE
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Cletus here, fashion connoisseur and thrift specialist from the blog Styled by Cletus. Last week, The Spectrum put out a call on Facebook for any UB students who wanted to nominate themselves or nominate a friend for a style makeover. Sunday, I had the pleasure of taking two lucky winners, selected from numerous responses, thrifting to makeover their wardrobe. We filmed the whole experience and you can check it out on ubspectrum.com. Caleb Vaughn, a senior business management major, and Krithika Rana, a graduate mechanical engineering major, were selected as the winners of The Spectrum’s style makeover contest. They both felt they needed a wardrobe change that would be appropriate for their desired professional careers. Caleb said he liked the comfort of his urban, everyday style but had trouble selecting dapper and professional clothing. In the business profession, everyone is dressed a certain way and representation is equally important as actual knowledge. Caleb needed help. Krithika wanted a change in the way she dressed. She said that her style is boring and ‘blah’ and that it needed to change. She desired more professional clothing because she will be graduating and on the job market searching for employment soon. Dressing Krithika wasn’t hard. I think
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women innately know what they want and have a larger variety of clothing and patterns. I found a variety of suits and blouses for her everyday use in the office. She said she was tired of mundane outfits, so I chose colors she would feel comfortable in and actually like. She loved the pink suit with a cream blouse and the purple suit with a lavender blouse. She also had her eye on a nice black and white over coat 6:06 p.m. – A UB student reported a suspicious male looking under vehicles in either Baird B or Slee B Parking Lot. The male was described as a white male, medium build, 5-foot-10 and wearing a brown leather jacket. Patrols were dispatched, but did not find anything.
All information according to University Police 10/28 8:50 a.m. – A resident adviser (RA) in Hadley Village complained of a natural gas odor coming from the area around the building. Maintenance found a small leak in one of the dryers. 10:46 a.m. – A caller reported a dog in a vehicle and was concerned for its wellbeing. UPD reported the dog was fine. The windows were open and the dog had food. UPD said they would check back periodically.
10/29 12:16 a.m. – A caller reported a female UB student accidently cut off the tip of her finger while working on an architecture project in Parker Hall. Patrols were dispatched and the student was transported to Erie County Medical Center. 10/31 10:08 p.m. – A First Transit bus driver reported students dropping eggs on the buses in the tunnel of the Ellicott complex. Patrol in the area could not find anything.
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with a suave checkered pattern. Her outfits altogether totaled under $35 – not bad for two suits, two blouses and an overcoat that took less than two minutes to find. Dressing Caleb was more of a challenge because men’s clothing comes in set sizes that not every man fits in. One could wear a pair of pants that are a 34 waist and 30 11/01 2:21 a.m. – An RA reported a subject that did not belong on her floor was trying to open doors and stating he lived there. 11/02 6:11 a.m. – A UB student called to report another UB student had posted pictures of her on Facebook without her permission. The subject who posted the pictures was identified by his Facebook name. Dispatch ran his name through the system, but could not find anything. 7:14 p.m. – An RA reported unknown people had stolen and vandalized exit signs from Goodyear Hall.
length, but try on that size and have the pants be way shorter or longer than expected. The size of the clothing also depends on the look you’re trying to achieve. Caleb’s preference was to go against the grain when it came to colors and patterns, but he still wanted the outfit as a whole to flow. He had no preference between a blazer and overcoat, but with the weather changing, I selected an overcoat for him. After an hour of selecting and dropping pants that didn’t fit correctly, I found some slim fit black dress pants for $5. I knew Caleb would definitely need new shoes, so we found a pair of brown loafers suitable for any occasion for $10. I added a red corduroy shirt that gave this outfit some color, a black tie to unite the pants and shirt and an overcoat to make the brown not stand out. He got his wish of going against the norm and had a complete outfit for less than $55. Both Krishika and Caleb were happy with the choices I picked out. I made sure Caleb had essentials that he would need for his closet in general. An overcoat is necessary for the fall and black dress pants, brown or black dress shoes and a black tie are musts for every man’s closet. Krithika was satisfied with the outfits that she gained but was happier to learn how to shop smart. She was ready go on a shopping spree when she saw the prices. To follow my fashion journey, follow me on Instagram @Cletus_RealTalk or check out my ‘I am Cletus’ page on Facebook. email: features@ubspectrum.com
patched. They identified three UB students and advised them for acting suspiciously. Around 6:30 a.m., a complainant reported two individuals pushing a third individual into a car trunk. The subjects were interviewed and patrol determined the subjects were just “goofing around.” 10:10 a.m. – A caller reported a suspicious male tearing posters from the walls of the second floor of Baird Hall. UPD reported the subject as a white male, with black curly hair, heavy build, with large calves and wearing a brown sweatshirt and khaki shorts. UPD reported no damage done to poster boards, just ripped posters on the floor. The subject also did the same in Clemens Hall.
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The Albright-Knox Art Gallery is home to an impressive collection of about 6,740 works of art, and yet, museum visitors only get to see 200 of those. The gallery’s vast and diverse assortment of art, featuring renowned works from artists ranging from Picasso to Renoir, to Warhol and Pollock, is stymied by a simple but stubborn problem – the museum just isn’t big enough. Fortunately, the individuals running the show at the Knox agree. Thomas Hyde, president of the Buffalo Academy of Fine Arts, which manages the gallery, rightly calls further development a “necessity.” With only 3 percent of the museum’s collection currently on display, “necessity” might even be an understatement. Though the Albright-Knox has the artwork of a top-tier gallery, its exhibit space is an embarrassment compared to other American museums. Without a doubt, the building
is beautiful and historic – dating back to 1905 – but it is attractive architecture can’t mitigate its lack of square footage. So, an expansion is welcome news. The question that remains, then, is not if, but where? Meetings with the community have generated a clear dilemma, between expanding the current site, and developing a new building elsewhere. Clearly, the current building must remain a part of the gallery – the site, located in Delaware Park and right along Elmwood Avenue’s “museum row,” is nothing short of idyllic. And to render a building like the Knox obsolete would be a cultural travesty. Fortunately, most of the discussion surrounding a new site is focused on the idea of a satellite building – an additional gallery that could be located somewhere with additional space. Though the idea of a brand new building is enticing, and
the potential for a gallery located downtown or along the waterfront does have its merits, ultimately expanding the current site is more reasonable, and more loyal to the current image that the gallery maintains. There is plenty of development transforming the waterfront into an attractive destination for residents and tourists alike. The Elmwood area could use a boost as well, and a renovated, expanded art gallery would offer just that. With its proximity to Buffalo State, students would also benefit from an expansion. And business owners and museum-goers alike would continue to enjoy what the gallery’s neighbors have to offer – a plethora of dining and drinking options provide the perfect follow-up to a day of high-brow cultural exploration. Expanding the AlbrightKnow in its current location not only allows the Elmwood
area to continue to benefit from the gallery’s presence, but it would also provide the opportunity to create a museum with all the bells and whistles, so to speak. Additional space to house more exhibits and improve visitors’ experiences – not to mention offering more bang for their buck – would be just one of many benefits to an expansion. Increased parking – perhaps even a parking garage – would simplify the arrival process. Expanded dining options, more educational facilities and increased outdoor space could all be considered as renovations included in an Elmwood-centric expansion. The Albright-Knox is already renowned for its collection. The gallery – and its patrons – deserves a building that would make Picasso and Pollock proud. email: editorial@ubspectrum.com
Let Damon Janes make a difference
Lawsuit against school districts involved in player’s death reopens wounds – and rightly so
Sixteen-year-old Damon Janes never regained consciousness after suffering a helmet-to-helmet hit and collapsing on the sidelines last September. When his life ended, three days later, his parents’ worst nightmare was just beginning. Damon’s parents, Dean Janes and Penny Gilbert, have every right to never talk about football again, to avoid the subject that transformed from what was likely a source of pride – Damon was a star running back – into a fount of pain. Instead, Janes and Gilbert are taking action, filing a lawsuit against the Westfield and Brocton school districts, which ran the high schools’ shared football program, and in doing so, ensuring that their son’s death doesn’t fade into the background, forgotten amid the multitude of similar cases making headlines recently. In the past decade, at least 25 high school kids have died from injuries sustained on the
field. The concussion rate for football players in high school – 11.2 per 10,000 students – is almost double that of students on college football teams, and is the highest average by far of all high school sports (Lacrosse had the second-highest average of 6.9). Head injuries in football – and other sports – are fast becoming an epidemic, and while the NFL has finally caved to public pressure and recognized the severity of the issue, it’s all too easy for high school football programs to avoid the spotlight. So although a lawsuit may sound petty, and seeking financial retribution sounds merely punitive, the lawsuit filed by Janes and Gilbert is important not because of the outcome but because of the attention it generates. If not for this lawsuit, The Buffalo News would not be running an article that details the incompetency of the school systems tasked with managing the Westfield/Broc-
ton football team. If not for this lawsuit, it might never have come to light that Damon was expected to continue playing after suffering one or more concussions in the fatal game’s first half. This lawsuit sheds light on the district’s disturbingly lax outlook on player safety – despite the ongoing, nationwide conversation about just that topic. According to the suit, members of the coaching staff were not trained to identify or assist concussed players, and in fact, there were no personnel on the field who were qualified to address any form of health emergency. And it’s not just Damon’s own coaches and school district that failed him, but his competition as well – Portville, the home team, didn’t provide sufficient (or any) medical staff for the game, and prevented an ambulance from driving onto the field to treat Damon.
Though the allegations of the lawsuit require verification, and obviously reflect only one side of the story, these are issues that must be addressed. The alleged failures surrounding Damon’s death aren’t just bullet points in a lawsuit. Rather, these claims reflect aspects of the game that every high school football coach should be considering, and ensuring that their own players have access to the medical assistance they hopefully won’t ever need. Regardless of the outcome of this lawsuit, the real priority lies in the long-term impact it may have on the game for other high schools – the true potential for victory exists in the potential to protect other students, who deserve to play football without risking their lives. email: editorial@ubspectrum.com
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Second-hand swag SAMAYA ABDUS-SALAAM ASST. NEWS EDITOR
Maggie LeClair’s wardrobe is completely recycled and pays for itself. After every clothing season, the junior environmental and geosciences major sells her unwanted clothes to thrift stores and uses the money she makes to buy new, thrifted clothes. “I don’t think I’ve been to the mall since high school,” LeClair said. “Actually, the last time was to go to AT&T to get a new phone.” LeClair is one of many UB students who now go to thrift stores as a way to add interesting clothing pieces to their wardrobe. The stores provide a way to save on the cost of continuously buying new clothes or as a way to reduce waste. LeClair has been thrifting her clothes for more than four years as an affordable alternative to retail stores. To her, thrifting is more than a fad – it’s an affordable and environmental way to update her look. The process of making clothing requires materials that are harsh on the earth, LeClair said. “Think about all the resources it takes to make an article of clothing,” she said. “It’s made in a factory so you’re using fossil fuels, and some of the materials being grown and produced have a negative impact on the environment.” She doesn’t feel it’s worth buying new clothing if she has the opportunity items locally and repurposed. For Meredith Garrison, a senior environmental sciences major, it’s the story behind the clothes that attracts her to thrifting. The majority of Garrison’s clothing is from thrift stores or garage sales. Since the sixth grade, Garrison and her mother have shopped at thrift stores and second-hand shops for almost anything they needed – whether it’s apparel, furniture or cookware. “Everything has a story,” Garrison said. “I have a story about every single thing I’m wearing.” Garrison, who wears at least two to three thrifted pieces a day, has gotten them from various locations – whether it’s a thrift store in Buffalo or a second-hand shop in California. She likes to contin-
ue the story of the clothes by redonating them. She donated 20 bags of clothing to local thrift stores since last year. Although the affordability factor is important, Naeem Rigaud, a junior media study major, sees thrifting as a “lifestyle.” “You can’t just say you want to go thrifting,” Rigaud said. “[Finding] a lot of the stuff I find takes hard work. It sounds weird, but it takes work.” His style began to evolve in high school, which is why he and his friends started thrifting, he said. “Ever since I got into my own style and my own unique style, why go retail where everybody else is shopping and everyone else looks the same?” Rigaud said. After his first second-hand purchase, Rigaud has been thrifting more often, especially in Buffalo. He said he finds a lot of his “dopest stuff ” from the Salvation Army. Like Rigaud, for Garrison, thrifting is a form of expression that can’t be replicated in a retail store. “I got tired of seeing people wear the same stuff,” Garrison said. Garrison attended a high school with a dress code and she wanted to see how far she “could push the limitations.” So, she picked items from different places that would stand out in her school. LeClair also thrifts for professional clothing. When she needed a cheap business-casual outfit for an interview, she went to Amvets Thrift Store. “I would not have been able to look as nice as I did with a minimum wage job working only a few hours a week in-between school,” Leclair said. Thrift stores can give people the impression the clothing is out of date, Garrison said. LeClair said finding stylish clothing might seem difficult, but that’s part of what makes thrifting fun and enjoyable. “Be very open to the idea that everything you see on the rack is so unique,” she said. “You can find the weirdest, coolest things ever and you have to be creative but it’s a lot of fun. Be open to the fact that you’re making a collage on your body.” email: news@ubspectrum.com
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UB students thrift their wardrobe to save money
Sweater: $4 Shirt: $2 Scarf: $2 Pants: $10 Shoes: $10 Jewelry: $6 AMANDA LOW, THE SPECTRUM Maggie Leclair, a junior environmental studies and geosciences major, recycles her thrifted wardrobe every season to save money and help the environment.
Dress: $1 Shirt: $3 Tights: $2 Shoes: $5 SAMAYA ABDUS-SALAAM, THE SPECTRUM
Meredith Garrison, a senior environmental studies major, thrifts her clothing as a way of giving back to her community.
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Naeem Rigaud, a junior media studies major, uses thrifting to customize his closet, enhancing his “unique” style.
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‘More than just an athlete’
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Student-athletes express themselves through personal style TOM DINKI
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Junior wide receiver Marcus McGill’s outfits surprise some people. It’s not that the football player’s jean jacket and green pants are questionable fashion choices; people are just surprised to see a student-athlete wearing something other than a gray or blue ‘State University of New York Buffalo’ T-shirt and sweat pants. “I’m one of the few people that actually wear clothes to school, a lot of people just stick to the UB issued stuff,” McGill said. “Me, I take pride in what I wear. Nothing wrong with UB gear, I just prefer to dress up.” Although some athletes mostly wear UB apparel given to them by the school, others would rather express themselves and standout. And athletes don’t always get chances to express their style, either. They must wear the same jersey as their other teammates. Some Buffalo athletes can’t even alter their game day gear in anyway to standout because of their respective teams’ rules. An athlete’s fashion choice is one of their opportunities to express themselves. “It’s great to be affiliated with athletics … but when I dress outside of my grays and my ‘State University of New York’ shirts, it’s my opportunity to show my individuality and my uniqueness so I’m more than just an athlete,” said women’s basketball junior guard Mackenzie Loesing. “I’m also a unique person.” Loesing said she is “more of a tomboy” on the court because she has to wear basketball shorts and a cutoff. She can dress “girly” outside of basketball. “It’s my chance to be a little bit more feminine than when I am on the court because you can’t really be feminine in the game of basketball,” Loesing said. Loesing describes her outfits as “pretty basic,” and said she’s “all about the cozy.” She wears oversized sweaters and scarfs and said a vest is a “go-to” in the cold Buffalo weather. She also wears high socks and boots. “[They’re] very functional and comfortable and easy,” Loesing said. “I’m all about easy but I also like to look good like most people.” Matching is McGill’s “thing” when it comes to fashion. He wears a watch with a brown strap and green background in order to match his brown shoes and green pants. He even wears blue and green socks so they could match with the pants and his blue jean jacket. McGill even matches on the rare occasions when he throws on a pair of sweat pants and a sweatshirt. “Even if I’m wearing sweats, I’ll wear my shoes or my hats or something and it automatically looks better [because]
you’re matching,” he said. Women’s basketball sophomore forward Rachael Gregory doesn’t put as much emphasis on her outfits as McGill does. Her biggest priory is to be comfortable. “Outside of practice I prefer to wear sweats but if I don’t, I still like to keep it comfortable,” she said. “So I’ll stick with jeans and a sweater.” Gregory said her typical outfit is relaxed jeans and a sweatshirt, along with a pair of loafers. She doesn’t worry about her style much during games, either. “[My style] on the court, I don’t think it’s flashy, it’s not anything noticeable,” Gregory said. “On the court I just like to keep it simple. Focus on the game rather than what I’m wearing.” Some players don’t have the option to express themselves through fashion during games. McGill said the football team is not allowed to alter their gear or equipment, saying, “The whole point is to look like a team.” Loesing has found a way around the women’s basketball team’s ‘style’ rules: She braids her hair on game days. She calls in the “Mohawk” braid, and that the hairstyle has “kind of become [her] thing.” “Other than that, we have to match,” Loesing said. “Everything has to match. Our undershirt has to match. Even your headbands have to match. So I guess my hair is my way to standout on game days especially.” Gregory also has found a way differentiate on game days. Her nails must be painted when she takes the court. She has only one preference for the color. “Just not the color of other team,” she said. Men’s basketball players are allowed express themselves on the court through their fashion. Sophomore guard Shannon Evans said himself and his teammates often wear colorful shoes and different colored sleeves show off their style. “That’s one thing I like about playing for coach [Bobby] Hurley: He wants you to express your personality,” Evans said. “In anyway you can, you can express the way you feel in a way.” Evans often wears a white sleeve on his right arm for games. Off the court, he wears a black jacket, joggers and a red fitted hat. He said the outfit allows him to be comfortable and presentable at the same time. Evans’ favorite NBA player is Los Angles Lakers forward Nick Young, whose nickname is “Swaggy P” and is known for his fashion sense. “He’s like real different, he wears different kind of designer stuff, different brands,” Evans said. “I’m more evolving in fashion as of now, so I’m trying to switch up my style in a way.”
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Evans sometimes wears “jeans, a nice pair of shoes and a nice button down shirt just to switch it up at times.” Style says more about a person than their choice in clothes, according to some athletes. McGill said style could tell a person about another person before the two speak to another. He said he once wore a nice, casual outfit at the mall, and the saleswoman interacted with him better than if he had “walked in there with some baggy jeans.” “I definitely like to dress more casual, you seem way more educated, way more approachable and people treat you different based on how you dress,” McGill said. Loesing said first impressions are important, and part of that first impression is how you dress. “If you look put together and presentable, I think people are more likely to take you seriously right off the bat,” she said. “So I think it’s important to be presentable, to show people you care about yourself and looking good and feeling good.” Style has no definition to McGill. He said style is whatever a person makes it. “Style can be anything,” McGill said. “You can put on anything and as long as you own it in a sense. If I put on a white T-shirt and sweatpants, that’s just my style, I’m going to make it me. Style is different from person to person. Style doesn’t have a true definition, it’s just whatever you feel like.” email: sports@ubspectrum.com
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Teaching with style Students discuss fashionable professors
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STAFF WRITER
A professor with a strong sense of personal style doesn’t necessarily make a class better, but it also doesn’t hurt, according to some UB students. Some students think a well-dressed professor gives off an air of professionalism and encourages them to pay attention in class; other students don’t seem to notice what their instructor is wearing. Ramtin Sadid-Zadeh, an assistant restorative dentistry professor at the School of Dental Medicine, bases his style on what he sees in magazines, movies and on fashionable people. “I have these [influences] in my mind [and] then I personalized it,” Sadid-Zadeh said in an email. “When I am shopping, based on the images that I [have] in my mind, and my personality, I pick and match.” Sadid-Zadeh appreciates the excitement stylish dressing can bring, but recognizes that people will judge outfits in different ways. “It does not make them a better or worse person or teacher, [but] it adds some spice to daily life,” he said. “Some may judge you based on the way you dress, others might appreciate [it].” Stylish professors put Daniel Perlino, a senior English major, in a better mood. He notices when professors have a certain look that matches their personality. Although a stylish professor won’t make or break a class for him, he tends to like classes better if the professor looks like he or she put thought into his or her outfit. O’Brien Welsh, a senior political science and history major, said it is easy to tell when professors doesn’t care about the way they look. “We can honestly say that if you walk into certain departments, we see that some professors are trapped in the wrong era or could care less about what outfit they mash together 10 minutes before leaving their homes,” Welsh said. Sadid-Zadeh thinks what he teaches, combined with his profession as a dentist and a prosthodontist, influences his appreciation of fashion. His student, Brittany Swiderski, a secondyear student at the School of Dental Medicine, said she can always expect the professor
to be outfitted in “great shirt and tie combinations.” She thinks this makes his patients and students feel comfortable and confident in his abilities as a dentist. “Dr. Sadid teaches an indirect lab component, which has a significant esthetic component to it, so it makes sense that he would be especially aware of outward appearances,” Swiderski said. Katherine Brown, a visiting assistant English professor, dresses in clothes she said look “vaguely Victorian” because she considers herself a Victorianist. Some professors don’t think style should play a part in a student’s opinion of them or their class. Randy Schiff, an associate English professor and the director of undergraduate studies for the English department, sports a blazer every day, regardless of the weather, according to his student, Justina Arriaza Virga, a senior English and political science major. Schiff, however, doesn’t think his style is what causes his impact on students, but rather the quality of his teaching and “the content of his syllabus.” Virga agrees. “I don’t think stylish professors impact how much I like or learn from a class,” Virga said. “That comes from the professor’s teaching abilities to demonstrate their field.” Cassandra Garzion, a sophomore global gender studies major, said although style might not change what she learns in class,
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she pays more attention to professors who dress nicely because they give off a vibe of importance and professionalism. She also recognizes personal style can be reflected in a professor’s teaching style. “Professors who dress more casually are more conversational and professors who dress more formally tend to stick to monologues,” said Garzion. For some professors, dressing the part isn’t for their students – it’s for themselves. Brown said dressing professionally helped her step into the role of professor. “I’ve always taught at universities where the faculty makes an effort,” she said. “This was helpful to me because I was a very shy teacher when I first started, and dressing ‘like a professor’ helped me feel like one.” Schiff said he tends to dress more formally to convey to others and to himself he is taking what he does “very seriously.” Just as students have opinions about professors’ style, professors have opinions about students’ style. Many agreed students should dress with a certain level of professionalism if they want to be taken seriously. Michelle Benson-Saxton, an associate political science professor, said students have a more relaxed style than their professors. She EMILY LI, THE SPECTRUM
recommended that they avoid wearing pajamas to school. “I would still recommend that students make an effort to look put together,” she said. “It shows your professors and fellow students that you are serious about your role as a student.” Brown said because students are busy with jobs and schoolwork she doesn’t care what they wear. “I prefer that students wear a cheerful air of rapt attention,” said Brown. Sadid-Zadeh recommended dental school students follow the dress code and dress neat, clean and professional. “I think everyone should dress the way they deem fit,” Schiff said. “However, if a student asked me, I would tell the student that I think you should dress more formally than usual – to indicate to yourself and those around you that are you taking your studies seriously.” Many students and professors said style is important for everyone on campus, but there isn’t necessarily a connection between style and success. Personal style varies as much between professors as their academic interests. email: features@ubspectrum.com HARUTYUN KHACHATRYAN, THE SPECTRUM
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Ramtin Sadid-Zadeh Michelle Benson-Saxton Michelle Benson-Saxton, an associate political science professor, said she does not have specific style influences, but began appreciating “French style” after living in France for two years. “I also like looking at J. Crew catalogues and the occasional style blog – wardrobeicons.com is a favorite,” she said in an email. O’Brien Welsh, a senior political science and history major, said Benson-Saxton always puts together chic outfits. “Her fashion style can be characterized as one that is timeless, classy and shows a great deal of ‘closet smarts,’” he said.
Ramtin Sadid-Zadeh, an assistant restorative dentistry professor at the School of Dental Dedicine (SDM), said magazines, movies and fashionable people influence his style. “I have these [influences] in my mind [and] then I personalize it,” Sadid-Zadeh said in an email. “When I am shopping, based on the images that I [have] in my mind, and my personality, I pick and match.” Sadid-Zadeh’s day-to-day style is more casual than his professional attire. He also picks his outfits out for whatever he has planned for the day. “Depending to where I go or who I meet, I may have a jean with a casual blazer, or sweater,” Zadeh said. “I may wear chinos, shorts with casual shirt or T-shirt.”
Katherine Brown Katherine Brown, a visiting assistant English professor, said as a child she received hand-me-downs from her older sisters because there was little money for clothing in her family. “I think this gave me the sense that clothes are costumes and that you can shape how you feel by what you wear,” she said. “I also steer toward styles that aren’t likely to [be current], since I expect things to be around for a long time.” Daniel Perlino, a senior English major, said Brown’s style charming is because it is elegant and doesn’t follow trends. “She is poised and confident, but also extremely relatable and personal,” he said. “Her outfits always match in pattern and color; [I wondered] how she managed to match the navy blue of her blouse, skirt, and high-heeled shoes.”
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The lion, the witch and the theater department’s wardrobe TORI ROSEMAN ASST. ARTS EDITOR
A warrior steps into the spotlight, preparing for battle in his heavy leather chest piece. The hat he wears is comical: a big pom-pom sits on top, and the primary colors juxtapose the plain chestnut armor. A sequined robe drapes his shoulders and glittering wings adorn his back, giving the warrior an appearance of magic and mystery. He is set to go into battle, but not on a field. This warrior is about to hit the stage, outfitted with a costume from UB’s drama department’s extensive costume closet. Hundreds of pressed white shirts line the farthest aisle from the door. Dresses in every color and design can be found scattered throughout the racks, varying in size, length and style for every occasion. From baseball caps to top hats, the endless supply of headgear is displayed on the back wall, labeled for clarity. None of the clothes in this warehouse are for sale or rent. All of them are part of the theater department costume shop, where costumes from all shows performed at the school are stored. The theater department has a wardrobe the size of a warehouse. Anything from Trojan warrior gear to Shakespearian garb to a sequined dress can be found amongst the racks of clothing. Hats, purses and various other accessories are neat-
ly tucked away in labeled drawers and cabinets. “The costumes are our lab equipment. The wardrobe is our laboratory,” said Donna Massimo, the costume shop manager. “Nothing there is inexpensive even the clothes that look like rags are made of silk.” The department holds onto every article of clothing from every show, so if a different show needs that sort of costume again, the department doesn’t have to re-purchase the same costumes. Community members and organizations outside of the department frequently ask to use the clothing for their own purposes. “I dodge calls every week,” Massimo said. “They don’t understand that these costumes aren’t for rent; we aren’t a rental organization. All costumes only belong to the theater department.” Even though the wardrobe is reserved for the theater department, the dance department will use select items to create their costumes as well. Costumes are often stripped down to less heavy and overbearing outfits to function in dance performances. Sadie McNamara, a junior dance major, had a costume made up of a princess skirt and a sports bra. “It was definitely interesting combination, one I didn’t expect to wear,” McNamara said. “I haven’t even seen the extent of the wardrobe, but [the costume designers] do a good job of utilizing what they have.”
Clothes are organized by both period and color. Size does not matter as much to the department because all costumes can either be taken in or let out. There is an entire aisle dedicated to men’s dress shirts, and another solely for Shakespearian outfits. Massimo works diligently to keep everything organized and ensure there is easy student access. The clothing is often reused in new ways by combing pieces from different shows or time periods to create something new. “I like how they mix and match different things to create new costumes out of the clothes they already have,” said Jarren Fahey, a junior theater major. “For my next show, I have to dress as a school girl with a headpiece designed to look like an iPad. It’s an unusual costume, but it’s perfect for the show.” The department strives to keep their clothing in the best condition possible. It is often faced with putting shows on with a small budget, according to Massimo. She said buying more costumes – rather than reimagining what they have – would cut into the overall budget and prevent the department from putting on the best show it could. The theater department wardrobe holds more than merely clothing and accessories, but a sense of history amongst the costumes that have been worn by UB actors in the past. email: arts@ubspectrum.com
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Hundreds of costumes are stowed away in the theater department’s costume shop, a wardrobe filled with clothing from the shows performed at UB.
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Standout student style
The Spectrum showcases some of UB’s best dressed EMMA JANICKI
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Although Buffalo has finally forced dreary fall weather upon us, some students on campus are still displaying their personal style. From leather to handbags to simple T-shirts and from trends to classics, UB students have got it all.
Here are some students around campus rocking their personal style through their clothing.
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Oladele Fadairo, senior math and computer science major
Jafor Ali, senior biology major Ali paired classic articles of preppy, academia in this studious outfit. His black, thick-rimmed glasses work perfectly with the thick sweater. Ali definitely gives off the air that he is your go-to tutor.
Here, Fadairo takes a more traditional approach to fall layers but each piece is statemen making in its own right. From the Aztec print hat, to the color-blocked gray and blue varsity jacket, to the ripped acid wash denim, Fadairo is definitely not simple. The pieces are totally distinct, even as he layers the jacket over a zipped sweater, over a neutral T-shirt. On their own, it might not seem like these pieces work together, and that is where the genius of this outfit lies.
Chevon Rutty, junior sociology major This dapper look has come to campus in the form of Rutty. His long navy blue coat, gray fedora, sharp trousers and cable-knit sweater are timeless. Dapper gentlemen stand out from the crowd for their tasteful balance of crisp classics and striking difference from the norm.
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Moriel Wimes, junior English major & vice president of Fashion Student Association Wimes effortlessly pulls together a mix of today’s trends to create this loose, carefree and urban look. From top to bottom, Wimes’ all-black ensemble, punctuated with a white and black plaid shirt, is strikingly, and paradoxically, simple and complex. The loose leather pants and masculine quilted jacket highlight her sense of modern style. Shoulder shapes like this can be tricky and easily fall into a football player look – not flattering for most girls – but on Wimes, it looks deliberate and has that awkward-yet-flattering look many of today’s trends embody. Plus, you can never go wrong with black Chucks.
Riki-Lee Ritz, senior French major
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Ritz’s professional attire is classic and polished. Although her quilted navy blue jacket has an adorably flattering shape with a cinched waist, it is her light gray Michael Kors bag that really makes the outfit. The bag is structured and big enough to carry her life around and simultaneously look serious and studious. A neutral bag acts like a palette upon which any outfit can be built.
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Ian Kerr-Mace, junior music performance major Sweatpants and sweatshirts aren’t obviously stylish, but KerrMace’s sweater with a black star print is fun and bold. By choosing a sweatshirt that can hold its own, you can elevate a comfortable, pull-on-and-go outfit to one that expresses your personal style.
Emmanuel Jericho Nortey, senior health and human services, mental health & occupational therapy major Nortey’s layering game is exactly right – everything is loose but doesn’t overwhelm his tall frame. Nortey experiments not only with the length and texture of his clothing, but he pushes the boundaries of head wear by pulling a gray hooded topper over a cheetah print and teal blocked baseball hat. Despite wearing muted colors, Nortey’s outfit is impactful for its avant-garde combinations.
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Stylin’ on ‘em UB’s Fashion Student Association aims to become a major player on campus JAMES BATTLE STAFF WRITER
There is a phrase in the fashion world: “Fashion never sleeps.” At the end of the last semester, a handful of UB fashion aficionados decided it was time for this university to wake up. You may have seen people stopping fashionable students in the Student Union for a picture of their outfits. These people weren’t bloggers or fashion designers – they are members of UB’s fledgling fashion club, trying to make their presence known on campus. Fashion Student Association, or FSA, is a new and rapidly growing temporary SA club. The club hopes to have a larger impact on the campus in the future. “At first there was no Fashion Association, so I decided that I should try [to make one]. I didn’t realize how easy it would be,” said Keji Omoboni, the president and one of the founders of Fashion Student Association. “I went to the SA office and basically asked what I needed to do. From there, it just sort of blew up.” At the end of the spring 2014 semester, Omoboni, a junior business major, along with Ayo Seriki, a senior marketing major and FSA’s treasurer, and Moriel Wimes, a junior English major and FSA’s vice president, decided to become an SA club. The club has been around for more than one semester. E-Board members attribute the club’s smooth transition process to the fact that Seriki is a former SUNY Delegate, and his experience dealing with studentrun clubs. “They’ve been following the guidelines, and even though they haven’t fully learned them yet, they’re asking a lot of questions,” said SA Vice President Evan Chen. “They do cool events, and they do a good job of getting out there and trying to build upon themselves and do more for the students.” Diversity is a major value for
the association, Omoboni said. He said it’s “the thing that makes us standout from the other clubs. Our SA kind of combines everyone.” Members come from many different backgrounds, but they all have one key thing in common: They all love fashion. From high fashion to more urban styles, members of the e-board look as if they came out of magazines like GQ or Vogue. They are meticulous in their aesthetic, from their hairstyles to their outfits. There is no need to second-guess what club they are a part of. As a new and smaller club, FSA realizes it must collaborate with larger, more developed clubs in order to gain more popularity among the student body. The club had a red carpet style picture booth the club set up at the African Student Association’s fashion show. The show drew hundreds of students. FSA also holds general body meetings every other week, where club discusses fashion trends. The club’s most recent meeting, entitled “The Kanye Effect,” was a discussion on whether or not it was OK for people to change their style for a significant other, as well as many other topics related to Kanye West and Kim Kardashian. Many of the questions posed created lively discussion. The group had a “who wore it better” session, in which a side-by-side comparison of two celebrities were projected, and the audience analyzed the photos and chose who put the outfit together better. The group examined everything from shoes to accessories. Another question was: “What are your fashion turnoffs?” which resulted in someone murmuring “wearing the same leggings every day.” Many in attendance, e-board included, began laughing. “FSA has a lot of potential,” said Chevon Rutty, a sociology major and recent transfer to UB. “It’s a big school and a lot of people care about fashion.”
FSA fills a specific niche at UB, as it is the only club centered solely on fashion at a school with nearly 30,000 students with different interpretations of style and what it means to be fashionable. “[This club] is a good way to see how everyone perceives fashion,” said Jonathan Percy, a sophomore
media studies major. “Everybody has their own style, so it’s cool to see how people come together.” FSA has a few ideas in the works for what to do next. The club plans on doing a do-it-yourself event in order to get more involved and more recognized by UB students. The club also has
an upcoming bake sale. The group is also planning on throwing a fashion show sometime next semester and may collaborate in the Black Student Unions flagship event, a fashion show entitled “Black Explosion.” email: arts@ubspectrum.com
UB’s Fashion Student Association e-board poses for a photo. The club is relatively new to campus but is looking to make an impact.
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Fashion SA regularly meets to discuss style and has discussion like “who wore it better,” in which they dissect celebrity outfits.
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Do or die Bulls take on Ohio needing four straight wins to keep bowl eligibility alive ANDY KONIUCH SPORTS EDITOR
The Buffalo football team’s chances of making a bowl game for the second consecutive season seem to be fleeting at best. The Bulls endured the firing of their head coach three weeks ago, are second last in the MidAmerican Conference East and have lost three straight games. They need to win their last four games to even be bowl eligible. But the team claims its not treating its last four games as a walkthrough. “Don’t ever sell us out or what we do in our profession ... We would never quit,” said interim head coach Alex Wood. “There’s a flaw in your character when you think in those terms. I don’t care how many games we have left.” The Bulls (3-5, 1-3 MAC) face a ‘do-or-die’ situation Wednesday, when they travel to Ohio (45, 2-3 MAC) to take on the Bobcats. Teams must have six wins to remain bowl eligible, but Buffalo needs seven wins because two of its wins are against Football Championship Subdivision (FCS) teams. Only one win against FCS teams count toward bowl eligibility. Buffalo will need one of its best players, junior running back Anthone Taylor, to return to form in order to keep its bowl hopes alive. Taylor is coming off of his lowest rushing performance of the season, running for just 25 yards against Central Michigan (6-4, 4-2 MAC) Oct. 27
after four straight 100-yard rushing games. “We didn’t run the ball effectively last game,” said junior wide receiver Ron Willoughby. “That’s going to affect the passing game. It’s not going to open it up as much. We just need to get back to our bread and butter and get back to running the ball.” Willoughby has become junior quarterback Joe Licata’s favorite target. He leads all Buffalo receivers with 36 receptions, 549 receiving yards and six touchdowns. Licata is coming off a 233-yard performance in which he threw two touchdowns and two interceptions and was sacked twice. He is just one touchdown pass away from tying former Bull Drew Willy’s record (52) for the most career touchdown passes in program history. But Ohio linebackers Quentin Poling and Jovon Johnson will present a challenge for Buffalo’s offense. In nine games, Poling and Johnson have combined for 116 tackles, 14.5 tackles for losses, six sacks, four interceptions and a forced and recovered fumble. On the opposite side of the ball, Buffalo must game plan for Ohio junior quarterback Derrius Vick. After sitting out the previous four games with a knee injury, Vick replaces sophomore quarterback JD Sprague. Vick has played more efficiently than Sprague, completing 60.4 percent of his passes compared to Sprague’s 48.2 completion percentage. Both Vick and
Sprague present a threat to run, combining for 450 rushing yards and three touchdowns. Buffalo allowed Eastern Michigan quarterback Reggie Bell to run for 202 yards and three touchdowns Oct. 11. Buffalo senior safety Adam Redden, who is coming off a MAC East Division Defensive Player of the Week award, will be key to stopping Vick. Redden leads the team with 41 solo tackles, 12 tackles for losses, five sacks and three forced fumbles. Buffalo’s biggest challenge will be going on the road against an Ohio team that’s 3-1 at home, according to Wood. “[Sprague and Vick] both equally can throw the ball well. The numbers speak for themselves,” Wood said. “Our biggest concern really ... [Ohio] plays different at home – they’re a different football team. They’re a lot better, they play much more inspired.” Buffalo is 0-3 and allowing 40 points per game on the road this season. The game is set for 8 p.m. Wednesday and will be featured on ESPNU. Willoughby says the team is ready for the spotlight. “Everybody wants to play on ESPN and everybody wants to play in the bright lights and the big moments,” he said. “That’s when you see who the best players are and who the best teams are.” email: sports@ubspectrum.com
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Ohio junior running back Daz’mond Patterson is second on Bobcats with 340 rushing yards this season. The Bulls face Ohio on the road Wednesday night.
Besting the Bobcats: The Spectrum’s scouting report JORDAN GROSSMAN ASST. SPORTS EDITOR
After starting the season 3-2, the Buffalo football team (35, 1-3 Mid-American Conference) has dropped three straight games, including a 20-14 loss to Central Michigan (6-4, 4-2 MAC) in its last game Oct. 27. The Bulls look to rebound when they travel to Athens, Ohio to take on Ohio (4-5, 2-3 MAC) Wednesday. The Bulls have yet to win on the road this season and are surrendering 40 points a game away from UB Stadium. The Bulls’ last road victory came Nov. 19, 2013 when they defeated Miami Ohio 44-7. The Bobcats rank fourth in the MAC in rush defense, allowing 147.4 rushing yards per game. They also rank sixth in the MAC in scoring defense, giving up 26.9 points a game. Here are some of the players and matchups to look out for: Quentin Poling, freshman linebacker
Poling is far from a one-dimensional player. He leads the team in tackles (62), sacks (four) and interceptions (three). He has also accumulated seven pass breakups. After redshirting his freshman year, Poling has emerged as one of the best pass rushers and overall defensive contributors on the Bobcats. At 6 feet tall, 220 pounds, Poling is a versatile threat on the field. He has the ability to drop into coverage or pursuit the ball carrier on any given play. The Bulls must always know where he is on the field. Sebastian Smith, sophomore wide receiver Smith has grown 3 inches since his freshman year, and it has made a difference in his production. Last season, he finished with 12 receptions for 82 yards and no touchdowns. This season, he has 24 receptions for 284 yards and two touchdowns – all of which lead the Bobcats. He amassed a career-high 86 yards
on nine catches against Bowling Green Oct. 11. His speed makes him a downthe-field weapon and he will poise a problem for the struggling Buffalo secondary. Jovon Johnson, junior linebacker Johnson is a full-time starter for the first time this season. The move has paid off for Ohio, as Johnson is one of the top players on the fourth-ranked rush defense in the MAC. Johnson is near the top of every defensive category on the Bobcats. He is second in tackles (54) and third in pass breakups (11). He also uses his big frame and quick feet to his advantage as a pass rusher, ranking first on the team with eight tackles for loss. He’s recorded two sacks this season. Last week, he finished with eight tackles, one interception and a sack in Ohio’s 42-21 loss against Western Michigan. Matchup to watch: Junior run-
PREDICTIONS: Buffalo
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(6-2): Ohio I can’t expect this secondary to hold anybody on the road. This will be a typical MAC shootout. One thing’s for sure – take the over on 55.5 points.
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(7-1): Ohio
(6-2): Buffalo
Ohio is less talented, but so was Eastern Michigan. Buffalo just doesn’t play well on the road. The end of this season might be very rough.
I’m feeling a big game for Licata. He’s one touchdown away from the program record. The Bulls will rally behind him.
(6-2): Ohio The Bulls had one of their best defensive outings last week and still lost by six. Why would it be any different on the road where Buffalo has not won all year?
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It will be interesting to see if Taylor can regain his form against the fourth-ranked rush defense in the MAC. Will Taylor bounce back or will the Bobcats shut him down as the Chippewas did? The offensive line failed to open up holes against Central Michigan, so the onus is on the line to perform as well.
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ning back Anthone Taylor vs. Bobcats rush defense Taylor has been one of the most consistent players on the Bulls this season. Buffalo’s last game was a different story. After averaging close to 190 yards per game for three straight weeks, Taylor ran for 25 yards on 14 carries against Central Michigan Oct. 27.
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