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Snow day policy set for winter Monica Moll. “It’s not an exact science,” Moll said. “We try to call it early enough that you’re not on your way here when you find out.” The people who try to call it early enough include the University police, the highway patrol and the county sheriff, all of whom Moll calls when evaluating the situation.
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University generally closes in event of Level 3 Snow Emergency in Wood County
As the snow falls on campus, the calls come in to determine whether or not students have to roll out of bed and face the weather. The decision to close the University depends on several factors, said Director of Public Safety
The Falcon volleyball team will compete in its first NCAA tournament since 1991. The team will face Yale in the first round. For more info, check out SPORTS on PAGE 5.
Monday, November 26, 2012
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By Tara Keller Pulse Editor
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In addition, as a rule of thumb, if the sheriff declares Wood county a Level 3 Snow Emergency, then the University automatically cancels, Moll said. If the county is under a Level 3 and the University closes, then that
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USG plans to discuss crucial campus issues
The Undergraduate Student Government is taking a new approach to strengthen its senate. A caucus day will take the place of the usual general assembly meeting Monday, in order for members to brainstorm and share ideas about current issues brought up by the group’s constituents, said speaker Melissa Dzienny. “We have three solid weeks left,” said USG President Alex Solis, “So I’m really glad we found the time to get in some good discussion before
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the year is over.” One issue that will be up for discussion during the event will be gender-neutral housing, Solis said. A student speaker will be addressing the senate about the issue before it breaks into discussion groups, he said. Solis said the senate would discuss the issue and possibly vote on a resolution in favor or against gender-neutral housing in the future, which would then be sent to President Mazey and her cabinet. Other issues that will be discussed during caucus day will be how the different groups of senators have been doing on student outreach and how to better reach the student body, Dzienny said. “[We are doing caucus day] so next semester we can really come in strong,” she said.
DRINKS
OZ
AMOUNT OF CAFFEINE
Amp Energy Drink
8oz
71 milligrams
Rockstar Energy Drink
8oz
80 milligrams
Red Bull Energy Drink
8.4oz
80 milligrams
Monster Energy Drink- Caffeine content is part of the “energy blend,” which is 2500 milligrams and includes other ingredients which are maltodextrin, glucuronola tone, l-carnitine, glucose, guarana and inositol
Popular pick-me-ups raise health concerns
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By Danae King Campus Editor
or senior Blythe Caldwell, energy drinks not only taste good, but increase her focus and help her work. Caldwell consumes an energy drink about four times a week. “It helps me focus,” she said. “I feel like I learn better, I have a better attention span.” This may be the case for some students, but the energized feeling lent by energy drinks may not be the only effect on a drinker’s body. Caldwell recognizes the benefits and is also aware of the possible negative effects of energy drinks. Energy drinks provide something other caffeine products can’t, she said,
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Family Video stays competitive with ‘localized’ customer service
PUMPING IRON
Area store offers larger selection than Redbox, Netflix By Alex Alusheff City Editor
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STUDENTS take advantage of equipment and late hours offered at the Student Recreation Center, open from 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. Monday through Thursday.
FALCONS BEAT BUFFALO
The Falcons travled to Columbus for an away from home “home” game in the Black Friday Bash. BG defeated the Bills 21-7 to end its regular seaon. Read a recap of the game and find out where the team may head next. | PAGE 4
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Some movie rental stores have a hard time competing with Netflix and Redbox, especially in a college town where students sometimes prefer a quicker and more convenient option when renting movies. For Family Video on South Main Street, its competitive edge comes from customer interaction. Customer service is key to keeping a business alive, said Kevin Pasch, district manager of Family Video. Family Video opened in July, where Blockbuster used to be located. Family Video’s different business tactics will be what keeps it
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from avoiding the same fate as the previous Blockbuster store. Pasch said. “Blockbuster made financial mistakes and had promotional problems,” Pasch said. “It really comes down to prices and customer service, which we offer.” What makes places like Family Video successful is its customer service, said Dwayne Gremler, University professor of marketing. “One of the appealing things for Family Video is its success at the local level,” Gremler said. “Acting local gives advantages like personalized service, friendliness
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Columnist Cassie Sullivon explores Black Friday from the perspective of a retail employee. Join her on her journey full of customers, chaos and great deals. | PAGE 3
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