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Construction afflicts Farm with early morning noise
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For freshmen experiencing Stanford's campus for the first time, the ongoing construction may come as a surprise.
Luck of the draw
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Everyone’s heard the story of the upperclassman who, through bad luck in the housing Draw and his in-house draw, has consistently lived in the least desirable residences and rooms that Stanford’s campus has to offer.
Bicycle thief caught; beer bottle thrown at dorm window
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Theft was once again the most ubiquitous crime on campus this past week, as over four laptops were reported stolen, and a person found with a stolen bicycle was booked into jail.
Urination outside Tresidder
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During the past week, few bike thefts were reported to the Stanford Department of Public Safety (SUDPS). Instead, a convertible’s roof had been cut off behind La Casa Italiana, and several people were transported to Stanford Hospital for injuries or alcohol intoxication.
Rooster stolen, flying cheese breaks window
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Burglary was rampant over the past several weeks. Two laptops were stolen from Narnia in the same morning and four car stereos were stolen on the same day, two of which came from cars parked in Wilbur Lot.
Cards stolen; marijuana found
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Crimes reported this past week ran the gamut. In addition to the typical unlocked bike theft, several fire extinguishers were used for vandalism, credit cards were stolen and marijuana was discovered in a common room at Crothers Hall.
Islamic holiday closes the holy month of fasting
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Today marks the second day of the three-day Islamic holiday Eid ul-Fitr, which celebrates the end of Ramadan, the Muslim holy month during which individuals fast from sunrise to sunset.
Administration reconsiders Commencement site
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In response to intense student protest over the decision to use Frost Amphitheater as the site for this year’s Commencement ceremonies, University administrators announced Wednesday that they would reconsider that decision.
ASSU debates OSP bill
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The ASSU Undergraduate Senate convened for the first time in the 2005-2006 academic year last night to discuss overseas studies for undergraduate students among other topics.
Admission dean looks toward future
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Stanford University’s new Dean of Admission and Financial Aid Richard Shaw has several innovative plans in store for the admissions process, but said he feels it’s important to get acquainted with the University before implementing any major alterations.
Op-ed calls for Bush impeachment
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The devastation of New Orleans by Hurricane Katrina not only left thousands homeless and hit America’s gross domestic product hard, but has also sparked controversy in the country’s political arena.
Senate echoes recommendation to divest
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The ASSU Undergraduate Senate convened for its final meeting of the academic year on Sunday. Members discussed three important advocacy bills — one regarding a new Overseas Seminar in Israel, another on door-to-door distribution of student publications and a third on the University’s divestment from oil companies that operate in Sudan.
Duke prof. explores Muslim bioethics
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“When is a person dead?
Senate discusses ITSS changes
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Members of the ASSU Undergraduate Senate gathered last night for their penultimate meeting of the academic year to hear a presentation given by Information Technology Systems and Services staff on the changes in telecommunications fees for next year.
Senate discusses special fees, general fees
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During last night’s meeting, the ASSU Undergraduate Senate approved the ASSU operating and special-fee system budgets for the 2005-2006 fiscal year, in addition to several funding and budget modification bills.
ASSU Senate discusses costly textbooks
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ASSU Senate hears dining plan changes
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Newly elected Undergraduate Senate Chair Chris Nguyen, a sophomore, presided over the first official meeting of the seventh ASSU Undergraduate Senate yesterday.
New ASSU Senate inaugurated
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At the final meeting of the sixth ASSU Undergraduate Senate, a new crop of senators was sworn in and a new senate chair was elected.
Stringer resigns from Senate
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With the results certified and the seventh ASSU Undergraduate Senate ready to take office next Tuesday, it seemed as though there would be no surprises or unexpected twists in this year’s ASSU elections.
Senate certifies ASSU elections
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At a brief meeting last night, the ASSU Undergraduate Senate officially certified the 2005 election results, thanked Elections Commissioner Troy Steinmetz for his work during the election and established the wording for the Senate Oath and the minimum vote required to censure a Senator.
ASSU ready for new era
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Many senator-elects attended last night’s ASSU Undergraduate Senate meeting to watch current ASSU Executive President Chioke Borgelt-Mose, a junior, deliver her State of the Association speech, during which she highlighted the accomplishments of the student government over the past year.
All undergrad groups pass for special fees
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All of the joint and undergraduate student groups that requested special fees were approved. ASSU Senate Chair Chris Lin, a senior, said that there hasn’t been a time in recent memory that all undergraduate groups passed.
Senate discusses election hopes, goals
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The ASSU Undergraduate Senate assembled for its weekly meeting last night to review several budget modifications. Also Elections Commissioner Troy Steinmetz, a sophomore, and several senators, discussed their hopes for the ASSU election.
Ballot details and logistics explained
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For the past week, campaign flyers have covered the walls of dormitories asking students to choose from over 30 prospective undergraduate senators and 11 different class slates.
ASSU executive slates hold debate
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The three ASSU executive slates faced off at Peet’s Coffee in Tresidder Memorial Union last night during the annual ASSU Executive Debate.
ASSU Senate places new measure for fees on ballot
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This year the ASSU Undergraduate Senate is placing an item called Measure A on the ballot, which, if approved, could change the way University fees are distributed.
Social events raise election awareness
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Before the official ballot for this year’s spring elections is posted online next Wednesday, the ASSU is hosting many activities for candidates and students to increase voter turnout.
Senate preps for election next week
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The first ASSU Undergraduate Senate meeting of spring quarter dealt largely with modifications to the special-fees ballot and the upcoming spring elections.
Senate rejects bills to split groups' budgets
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Elections Commissioner Troy Steinmetz, a sophomore, updated the Senate on the status of special fees petition verifications at last night’s ASSU Undergraduate Senate meeting.
Most groups OK'd for ballot
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All of the groups that petitioned during last week to be placed on the special-fees ballot were approved at last night’s ASSU Undergraduate Senate meeting except for Six Degrees: A Journal of Human Rights and The Stanford Daily, which were unable to turn in the required number of signature.
Special-fee petitions circulate campus
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Chances are that you’ve been asked to sign a petition this week so that groups can be placed on the special-fees ballot, and it is likely that you signed the petition not fully understanding what special fees are and how the system works.
Provost addreses tuition hike
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University Provost John Etchemendy gave a presentation at last night’s ASSU Undergraduate Senate meeting on tuition increases and spoke about the planned changes to housing at Stanford.
Students interview for corporate internships
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With the end of winter quarter approaching rapidly and summer not too far away, many Stanford students are on the hunt for internships.
Police blotter
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Grand theft, vehicle vandalism and car accidents were some of the most reported incidents in the past week. Several laptops were stolen from offices, a bike and a car were discovered with ripped tires and bent frames, and two drivers ran into wooden bollards on the road.
Groups approved for special-fees ballot
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The financial fates of many student groups were determined at last night’s ASSU Undergraduate Senate meeting, during which the Senate voted on which groups will be placed on the special-fees ballot for the spring elections.
Chairs damaged, parked car hit
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The reported incidents ran the gamut this week. In a room in Jordan Hall, 25 chairs were discovered with bent legs while at Roble Hall, an amplifier and several subwoofers were stolen from a vehicle.
Alumni host students for career advice over meals
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For the second consecutive year, the Stanford Alumni Association and the Student Leadership Society have organized lunches and dinners to connect current Stanford students with alumni working in various fields.
ASSU Senate distributes funds to groups
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By SAL UMBERTO BONACCORSO
STAFF WRITER
ASSU Undergraduate Senators last night focused on the appropriation of funds to various student groups including the Delta Sigma Theta sorority, the Episcopal Lutheran Campus Ministry and the Vessels of Light.
Intruder at Storey, stolen bikes, druken drivers
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The reported incidents for the past week ran the gamut. These included a man getting caught entering the women’s restroom, police officials discovering a black pouch containing marijuana and a glass pipe outside of Stern Hall, and the typical bike thefts.
Police change racial data system
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For the past four years, Palo Alto police officers have recorded the race of every individual who is stopped, including both pedestrians and vehicular passengers.
GSC fills four Const. Council seats
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In a unanimous vote last night, the Graduate Student Council approved four nominees to the ASSU Constitutional Council.
Coming out in style: tee shirts add color to national celebration
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Although there was food and dancing, the main reason students gathered on the second floor of the Fire Truck House last night was to transform white tee shirts into colorful statements of their sexuality.