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Uh oh UConn - here come the subpoenas. As Dean of Students Lee Williams announced in her most recent Dean's Almanac, the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) has followed through on their promise to be a music pirate's worst nightmare. UConn has now received a subpoena which requires them to divulge the names of those in the university who are guilty of harboring illegally shared files on their personal computers. (0) comments
The Electoral College has been around for over 200 years and it is safe to say that it has outlived its purpose. Its inherent disenfranchisement has led to some despicable voter turnouts, even in the most hotly contested and important elections. Despite the fact that Republicans and Democrats would not change the current electoral procedure because of the risk of diminishing their own powers, there are potential voting alternatives. (0) comments
A Warning Against Files Sharing On Campus In the wake of the Recording Industry Association of America's issuing of pre-settlement letters to UConn students, I feel it is appropriate to share my story of online piracy. (32) comments
Advil side effects: runny nose and decrease in semen ... coincidence? I was feeling really down about myself so I bought some nice high heels. I hope I get laid this weekend. Is it too soon to start making Heath Ledger jokes? Do you think when Hasheem Thabeet goes to an R-rated movie that the usher has to check under his coat to make sure he's not really two underage children? You know West sucks when your window freezes over . (0) comments