The University of Vermont's Independent Voice Since 1883

The Vermont Cynic

The University of Vermont's Independent Voice Since 1883

The Vermont Cynic

The University of Vermont's Independent Voice Since 1883

The Vermont Cynic

Students in Trinity Housing Pay School More for Less

March 6, 2002

Undergraduates living in Hunt Hall on the old Trinity College campus are paying substantially more than other students for dorm rooms of comparable size this year. They are also receiving fewer important...

Students Suspect UVM Police Services Fabricated 911 Call

March 6, 2002

In the early morning hours on Feb. 15, the UVM police keyed into the dormitory room of freshmen Brian Ross and Kevin Stolp, claiming to be investigating a 911 hang-up, which both residents deny making....

Spring Break Offers Plenty of Opportunities for All

March 6, 2002

Ok, spring is nearly upon us, winter's legitimate reason for petering out. A few more cold days have befallen us, in addition to a piddling amount of snow, but the Old Man has officially given us his...

Professors, Socialists Block Access to SGA-Sponsored Club

March 6, 2002

In a class directed effort to gain new perspectives on campus politics, yours truly attempted to attend a meeting of the UVM SGA sponsored International Socialist Organization. This meeting was in the...

Hit Paws Joins UVM A Capella Scene

March 6, 2002

We've seen their posters all over campus, advertising concerts and auditions. UVM's latest a cappella singing group, the Hit Paws, has joined the Cat's Meow and the Top Cats as part of the University's...

Pres. Fogel’s desire for a new house

March 3, 2002

NOTE: I submitted this letter about 10 minutes ago. Since then I have found some typos that I have since corrected. This is the new and final version of the letter. Thank you.Dear Editors,So Mr. Daniel...

First Amendment: Freedom of and from religion.

March 1, 2002

I always hear people speak about the "spirit" of the second amendment right to bear arms. Anti-gun activists claim that it was intended simply to provide protection against enemies, presumably the British,...

Town Meeting Day Central to Burlington Politics

February 26, 2002

For nearly 200 years, Town Meeting Day has been a recognized Vermont holiday in its 237 towns and nine cities. On the second Tuesday in March, state offices, schools and many businesses are closed as...

Socialism Has Nothing to Do With Stalinism

February 26, 2002

Reading last week's paper, I felt bamboozled. I was made out to defend Stalin, Mao, North Korea, the lot of them. As if they had anything to do with socialism, or with what the socialists on campus are...

Crime Statistics Indicate Decline in Sexual Assaults at UVM

February 26, 2002

According to UVM Police Services Annual Crime Statistics, 2001 saw the lowest reported incidents of sexual assault since 1998, when the statistics were first recorded. While a recent study conducted...

UVM President-Elect Concerned About Privacy

February 26, 2002

When President-elect Daniel Fogel assumes his position at the University this July, he may choose not to live in Englesby house, the presidents' official residence since 1958. According to the...

Spookie Daly Pride: Please Pass the Cheese

February 26, 2002

"Marshmallow Pie," Spookie Daly Pride's debut CD, is more of an initiation into the eccentric jam band scene than a memorable studio album. The freedom to improvise and the spirited energy of live shows...

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