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A federal lawsuit involving the University's College of Pharmacy that began in August may not be resolved until well into 2008. In a case where a University pharmacy professor is accused of collecting and disseminating national pharmacy exam questions, the defendants, Flynn Warren, Jr. … 2 Comments
Construction on several major projects is ahead of schedule as fall semester ends, said Danny Sniff, associate vice president for facilities planning. In addition to construction of new buildings, Sniff said the University will be renovating older dormitories soon. … 0 Comments
Amid cries from students and faculty members for change, this fall the administration addressed child care offered on campus. The McPhaul Child and Family Development Center, the sole child care facility on campus, cares for 115 children, according to the center's Web site. … 0 Comments
The University Health Center offers multiple birth control options, and officials say they hope to have more contraceptives. "We hope to have IUDs available early next year," said Margaret Cramer, a gynecologist at the Women's Clinic. NEW BIRTH CONTROLAll information for fees-paid students: Implanon: $691 ($602 for implant, $89 for clinic fees) Nuva Ring: $40 per monthThe intrauterine device, implantable birth control and a vaginal ring highlight some options for women. … 1 Comment
At the end of the first semester of his 10th year at the University, President Michael Adams said he has a "renewed appreciation" for the school. "I think it's been my best year ever here," Adams said in a telephone interview Nov. 30. He said one of this year's highlights occurred when two University students were named Rhodes Scholars. … 0 Comments
It's high time for a year's end fashion roundup. Because cowboy boots are still around, feel free to put a pair on for the occasion. To begin, let's make notice of some of the semester's Do's: The fall-to-winter transition saw tights under shorts that worked if the wearer was very, very careful. … 2 Comments
Since my time with The Red & Black, I have spoken to Jerry Seinfeld, Robert Downey Jr. and Tobin Bell (Jigsaw) from the "Saw" movies - all because of college conference calls. After participating in four conference calls this semester, I have become a pro. … 1 Comment
The most hyped game of the year, "Halo 3," was finally released for Xbox 360. While it had new weapons and was balanced differently, what mattered most was the fact that the epic story was finally complete. While the PlayStation 3 got some exclusive games, almost all of PS3's exclusives were available for the Xbox 360, leaving gamers wondering why they should invest in a system with games they could get on a cheaper console. … 0 Comments
A man in stuffy ruffles and tights once wrote, "All the world's a stage." In regards to this past theater season, real-world topics crept their way onto the stage. From the traveling show "American Voices" to La Compañia's "The Line in the Sand: Stories from the U. … 1 Comment
The media is criticized for being a bit of a downer. I can understand the sentiment. How often is the top story of the day a chronicle that garners hope and comfort? The answer is, not often. It is the obligation of the news - whether it's The Red & Black or CNN - to report what's happening. … 0 Comments
The Gym Dogs captured their third consecutive NCAA National Championship this year, becoming the second program in NCAA history to capture at least three straight titles, joining Utah (1982-1986). Before the Gym Dogs come "Back 4 More," here's a look of the highlights of 2007. … 0 Comments
The recent months have been up-and-down for the Georgia men's basketball team. Last season, the Dogs came into 2007 sporting an 8-4 record in non-conference action. Georgia played well to start its SEC slate. The team hovered around .500 in conference play. … 0 Comments
The 2007 Georgia men's tennis team finished 32-0 and won its fifth national championship in Athens. The Bulldogs dominated each contest during the season, giving up only 13 points for the year. "The pressure starts creeping up," said head coach Manuel Diaz. … 0 Comments
Georgia women's basketball coach Andy Landers was inducted into the Women's Basketball Hall of Fame in June, putting a cap on his 28th season at the helm in Athens. "Being selected into the Women's Basketball Hall of Fame is an honor, but the real honor is coaching young people and teaching them how to be successful," Landers said. … 0 Comments
SWIMMING AND DIVING • The women finished fifth at NCAA Champ-ionships in March. • Men's and women's swimmers charted NC AA-qualifying times in 15 events. TRACK AND FIELD • Jennifer Dahlgren was crowned Female Field Athlete of the Year. • Georgia women finished third, men fourth at the SEC meet in the spring, sending 17 members to the NCAA Championships. … 0 Comments
