Tropical night heats up the Student Union

Lured by the smell of food and calming music, students slowly filled the Student Union cafeteria on Friday night and were immediately draped with leis. "North to Hawaii" was a modernized version of an authentic luau, sponsored by Student Activities. Dancegoers were able to treat themselves to Hawaiian-inspired food from UAA food services while watching the night's festivities.

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Auto department works on 'labor of love'

The vehicle was torn apart - windows smashed, tires slashed, engine trashed. That's how Lois Gilbert found her van last May. Gilbert uses a wheelchair due to severe arthritis further aggravated by a series of car accidents that damaged her back. She is not able to work and relies on disability funds for income. Full Story

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Acknowledging differences creates accepting society

Sealaska Heritage Institute president Rosita Worl gave a talk about the history and reconstruction of Alaska Native identity Feb. 13 in the Student Union. She spoke of the need for Natives and non-Natives to understand cultural differences in order to promote understanding and harmony, rather than ignoring differences and allowing misunderstandings to fester. Full Story

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A & E

Senshi-Con to draw in larger audience with new attractions

Throngs of anime, manga and videogame fans are expected to attend Senshi-Con 2008 on Feb. 23 to celebrate Japanese pop culture. Organized by the UAA Anime Club in conjunction with local high school clubs, Senshi-Con is designed to cater to as many interests as possible through vendor booths, karaoke and cosplay (character costume) contests, art displays, videogame tournaments, and a ramen-eating contest, just to name a few. Full Story

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Sports

Despite strong play, hockey win remains elusive

On a snowy Saturday night in Anchorage, the Seawolf hockey team unleashed a storm of shots against St. Cloud State goaltender Jase Weslosky. But the outcome of the game did not go in the Seawolves' favor. UAA played great defense, only allowing St. Cloud to earn 13 shots on goal throughout the entire contest. Full Story

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A&E Briefs

Iditarod champion tells all with new book Alaskan legend and Iditarod champion Jeff King had a reading and signing of his new book, "Cold Hands Warm Heart," at Title Wave Books on Feb. 13. In his book, King shares autobiographical short stories about living in Alaska and racing sled dogs. Full Story

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Around the World

News Worldwide

First woman rabbi embarks on mission LUBLIN, Poland - Rabbi Tanya Segal wraps a fringed prayer shawl around her shoulders, holds a guitar on crossed legs and leads Poles in songs celebrating the Jewish Sabbath. In this city once known as Poland's Jerusalem, where the rabbis of prewar Poland were men wearing black coats and hats, long beards, and sidelocks, Segal is no throwback. Full Story

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Call to Action

Arctic contamination seen in mutated polar bears and hazardous breast milk

Ask an Outsider what their image of the Arctic is, and they would probably give you a response that incorporates the words "pristine," "pure" or "untainted." Perhaps it would come to a surprise to many of us that decades-long studies have shown that the Arctic is one of the most polluted places in the world. Full Story

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Editorial

Ignoring massacres doesn't prevent future violence

When hearing the news that a deranged shooter killed five innocent people at Northern Illinois University, people can react many different ways. Sadness. Anger. Fear. Some, though, might respond with a "So what? Another school shooting doesn't really affect me. Full Story

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Getting to Know

Getting to know..

You may know it only as a place to get cafeteria food or where you meet your friends in between classes, but Lucy Cuddy is much more than a squat building in West Quad. The Lucy Cuddy Hall's namesake was a pioneering woman who contributed greatly to the then-territory of Alaska. Full Story

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Movie Reviews

'Jumper' won't leap into hearts of viewers

This is the era of the comic book. Film noir prostitutes and assassins, superheroes in spandex and capes, and regular people with superpowers abound on both the little and big screen these days. Yet a comic book-like plot doesn't mean instant popularity or success. Full Story

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Music Reviews

Sia's solo success falls short with new album

It happens to the best of them. At some point in their careers, electronic music vocalists are exposed as the awful singers they really are. They decide to go solo, and without all of the electronic bells, whistles and filters, they can't manage to sound better than par. Full Story

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News Briefs

Mitchell promoted to assistant dean of Honors College The University Honors College has announced that Marian Mitchell has been promoted to assistant dean of the College. In her new role, Mitchell's expanded portfolio includes advising, assessment and curricular affairs, and finance and budget, said Ronald Spatz, dean of the University Honors College. Full Story

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Over the Wire

Study: Key Western reservoirs in danger

PHOENIX - Climate change and a growing demand for water could drain two of the nation's largest manmade reservoirs within 13 years, depriving several Southwestern states of key water sources, scientists warn. Researchers at San Diego's Scripps Institution of Oceanography said Wednesday that there's a 50 percent chance that lakes Mead and Powell will dry up by 2021, and a 10 percent chance the lakes will run out of usable water by 2013. Full Story

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Police Scanner

Monday, Feb. 4 Student followed by unknown stalker 2:33 p.m. -- A student reported that they had been followed by an unknown individual on several recent occasions. They gave a description of the suspect, and the student will notify officers if the suspect is observed again on campus. Full Story

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Stripes, spots give teacher migraine headaches STOCKHOLM, Sweden - A Swedish preschool has been criticized for banning its children from wearing striped and spotted clothing since the patterns give one of its teachers severe migraine attacks. The preschool, in Gallivare, 710 miles north of Stockholm, imposed the ban in one of its areas three years ago. Full Story

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Sports Briefs

#11 UAA women top Saints with huge rally Senior guard Kalhie Quinones scored 11 points, including four clutch free throws in the final four minutes Saturday, to lead the 11th-ranked UAA women's basketball team to a 49-44 victory over St. Martin's in a key West Region matchup. Full Story

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Video Game Review

'No More Heroes' brings action the Wii has never seen before

Decapitated bodies and gallons of blood usually don't come to mind when thinking of the Nintendo Wii. It's more common to envision a fat Italian plumber jumping around cuddly bumblebees. Well, perhaps that's more disturbing. "No More Heroes" for the Wii bucks the trend of mini-game collections and pet simulators filling the console's library, substituting action-heavy game play and a mature theme sure to leave hypersensitive parents in a gore-induced stupor. Full Story

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