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Biden talks college affordability in teleconference with student journalists

To address college affordability, the Obama administration claims to back up promises made in the State of the Union address. In a teleconference with student journalists today, Vice President Joe Biden said the goal is to bring the United States back to the country with the highest college graduation rate in the world. Full story

College of Law ranked in top 20 for criminal law

SG offers student organizations $50 to attend senate meetings

Banned books vigil keeps UT community members as prisoners

Collegian board selects new business manager

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Rockets hand Akron 71-60 loss at Savage

The Rockets used a hot hand from Courtney Ingersoll to beat the Akron Zips 71-60 at Savage Arena last night. Ingersoll led the team with 23 points to seal their 11th straight victory over a team from the Mid-American Conference East Divison. "Courtney Ingersoll was the hero of the day," UT head coach Tricia Cullop said. Full story

UT 2012 recruiting class ranked No. 2 in MAC by Scout and Rivals

Toledo falls to MAC East leading Zips 86-72

Super quarterbacks

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Fighting for our rights, losing their own

Let's say someone has a purebred dog that falls ill. If during surgery the vet gives a shot in the wrong area and the dog dies, that vet can be sued. Why is it a dog owner can pursue a lawsuit but those in the military are barred from suing doctors for malpractice? Sure, dogs are a lovable friends and guardians of the house, but what exactly are soldiers fighting for our country in comparison? Full story

Ignoring the devil inside

A man for the brand

2012 is the new 1984

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Lights and effects sparkle during halftime show

Even if you’re not a big fan of football, the Super Bowl is one sporting event that has something for everyone. For many, the commercials provide and apt source of entertainment; for the price that companies pay for that particular time slot, they really should. Others live for the halftime show, featuring different musical talents each year. Granted, in some years, the word “talent” may be pushing it a bit. This year, however, the halftime show was indeed a show. The theatrics and special effects were only matched by the incredible voice of 2012’s guest – Madonna. Full story