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The University of Vermont's Independent Voice Since 1883

The Vermont Cynic

The University of Vermont's Independent Voice Since 1883

The Vermont Cynic

Take Hallmark out of Valentine’s Day

February 13, 2002

Every February 14, the entire American society is divided: those who have sweethearts, and those who don't. In candy stores, florists and gift shops across the nation, red and pink hearts flood the display...

“The Vagina Monologues” Come to Ira Allen Chapel

February 13, 2002

"It's to celebrate each and every vagina!" So claims Allison Davis, describing the purpose of Eve Ensler's dynamic show, "The Vagina Monologues." Davis performs as a sex worker in "The Woman Who...

Ask Dr. Love

February 13, 2002

Dear Dr. Love, I have been seeing this guy for a couple of weeks now. Last night he sat me down and said that he wanted me to be his girlfriend, except for one thing . . . he said that I needed to...

Fears Calmed Over Financial Aid During Recession

February 13, 2002

As the deadline to file for financial aid quickly approaches, many worry that the country's current economic situation will affect their financial aid packages. "We want to calm the fears," said Don...

UVM Alum Enters 1,000 Mile Sled-Dog Race

February 13, 2002

Peter Butteri, who graduated from the University of Vermont in 1983, is taking on one of the toughest sled-dog races in the world: the Yukon Quest. The Yukon Quest International Sled Dog Race began...

U.S. Must Give Prisoners Rights

February 13, 2002

To the Editor: Everyone would agree with the Cynic editorial argument that the United States must pride itself on being a free and civil country and use the treatment of the detainees at the US base in...

WEF Policies Breed Devastation, Inequality

February 13, 2002

Last weekend, 12,000 people marched through the streets of New York City to protest the corporate executives who each paid $27,000 for the privilege of planning the course of the world economy. Participants...

Rosenthal Needs to Get a Grip

February 13, 2002

To the Editor: In Keith Rosenthal's letter, Keith said he has been called "a f-ing commie" and told to "rot in hell" while selling the Socialist Worker, and that this was intimidation, bordering on assault. That...

Arts Listings

February 5, 2002

I wish to report an error in a listing that may have been submitted for publication in the Cynic.Jeff Miller of the Burlington Coffeehouse submitted the following :FEB 9 JOEL CAGE in concert at BURLINGTON...

Daniel Fogel Elected As UVM’s 25th President

February 5, 2002

Daniel Fogel, president-elect of the University of Vermont, made a brief speech on Wednesday and talked with students, faculty and other members of the UVM community. Bruce Lisman, who headed the Presidential...

University of Vermont #1 in Drug Referrals

February 5, 2002

In a recent article from the Chronicle of Higher Education, government statistics ranked the University of Vermont as having the greatest number of judicial referrals for drug violations in the country. The...

Alternative Spring Break to Offer 10 Programs

February 5, 2002

While many college students view Spring Break as a time to party and bask in the sun, UVM's Volunteers in Action have a very different take on the matter. This year, VIA will host its 10th annual Alternative...

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