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TITLE PAGE
To build a solid foundation, it takes planning and
time. 1990-1991 was the
year SUNY at Buffalo went
"under
construction."
Everywhere
you looked
changes could be seen.
The first indication was
the bulldozers and construction
crews.
Three
major
changes could be seen on the
Amherst campus. The Commons were built to bring life
to suburbia. After shopping
at Record Theatre, one can
go view the construction of
the Fine Arts Center that is
being built and should be
completed in the year '94.
Finally, one can glimpse into
the future by visiting the Student Activities Center. By
the year 1993 the S.A.C. will
be transformed
into a stu-
dent union. At last, we will
have a place to go to hang
out with our friends. It will
be a meeting place, as well as
hold office space for all the
clubs and activities.
Another change was stu-
BUILDING OUR FUTURE ...
dent participation. The Student Association felt it was
vital to increase the spirit on
campus. Fallfest kicked off
the year with: Joe Walsh,
Queen Latifah, and Israel
Vibrations. Although a negative aspect of the year, the
fee
crisis
unified
students.
This was exemplified in the
march and rally held on September 10, 1990.
U .B. also began to lay
down
its
foundation
in
sports. Every athlete (varsity
and club) practiced, strove,
and worked toward one common goal. .. to bring home a
win. The athletes are jumping the hurdles and making
their mark on the road to
Division One. This puzzle
will be completed in the year
'93.
The University of Buffalo
builds the future of every
student by providing them
with a quality education. Our
can't
get
classes
in
the
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drop/add line or when you
do get a class, you're late because you couldn't find a
spot to park your car. But
think of all the good times
this university has brought
you. The A in theatre or
their field of study.
Our university has a di-
meeting your "special someone,"
professors
are specialists
verse mixture of ethnic back-
grounds comprised of students and faculty from all
parts of the globe. This gives
us the opportunity to learn
about other societies and cul-
tures first hand.
At times, it is frustrating to
attend a large university.
Many times you may feel you
are just a number. When you
Life at U.B. is one big
puzzle. Each step you take
affects how our puzzle will
grow. Each piece is very important. The addition of the
World Games, Division One
sports, fees, joining activities... the list is endless.
But just remember, you
are the missing linkl
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Getting A Head Start..
What is a Buffalo, New
York? What classes will I be
taking? Did you know there
are 12,000 undergraduates?
How will I find my way
around? Will I make any
friends?
These were the common
questions asked from the
freshman class of '94, The
University at Buffalo wanted
to ease the transaction from
high school to college and so
commenced another
summer of freshman orientation
programs.
The students
stayed in the Ellicott Dorms
for a three-day period. They
were shown all the university
facilties in hopes that they
could grow accustomed
to
the campus and know their
way around.
The
vast
amount
of bui Idings was
quite intimidating
at first.
"How will I ever learn to get
around
two campuses?"
thought Sharon Jarvis.
To
answer Sharon's
question,
the agenda began with a basic introduction
to the un iversity itself. This included
campus tours, course preliminary testing along with a variety of workshops and U.B.
info bits. Eventually,
the
freshmen were introduced to
the ever famous drop/add
system.
This process
was
painful
for most, as they
fought and prayed for any
remaining
classes. Luckily,
there were few registration
fatalities.
But it was not all work, for
the orientation staff planned
activities
to help
spark
friendships.
Game night,
skits, and casino night let students get acquainted in a relaxed atmosphere.
Some
opted to sit by Lasalle Lake
or playa game of pool. However, the majority chose to
explore Buffalo. Freshmen
planned their own activities,
such as visiting Niagara Falls
and going out to eat. The
latter was done in a desperate effort to save themselves
from
the gut-wrenching
campus food service.
Before long, the three
days of orientation were
over. Some thought it a relief to get back to the comforts of home. Others were
upset to let their new-found
friends go. "If it wasn't for
freshman
orientation,
I
would have missed out on
friendships
and getting
a
head start into D.B.!! " admitted Robin Cooper.
FRESHMAN
ORIENTATION
It is the end of August,
maintenance crews and
landlords have jllSt put
the finishing toUdJeS in
and around the dorms
and student houses. At
a glance one notices the
new carpets in the haJl:l
ways and different
renovations done in
the rooms. On the
outside, amongst all
the confusion 15 the
smell of fresh cut
grass.
As freshmen earry their cubicle refrigerators. TV'
ho t pou, an
everything -ell!'.
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Registration Blues ..
Attention students:
There might be help out
there to see us through those
miserable days of the dreaded registration process.
What help could there possibly be you ask? To start
with, did you know that
there are annual Registration Conventions? Did you
know that at these conventions, representatives from
each college and university
around
the country
exchange ideas on how to improve the registration system? One big possibility in
up-coming years is phone
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registration. At this point in
time, however, the University simply doesn't
have
enough personnel
to help
the students
register
by
phone. They'd also need at
least 100 phones, which isn't
really possible,
in lieu of
SUNY's budget problems.
And can you imagine thousands and thousands of students calling in to register
for classes? Yeah, right. Ma
Bell would be a little upset.
But isn't
it nice
to
dream ... no more flipping
through pages and pages of
microscopic print. .. no more
standing in line two or three
times a day only to find more
closed classes. No more going through the torture of
obtaining a force slip two
weeks after class has started.
However this dream is not a
reality, nor will it be for a
while. Our reality is a nightmare!
Registration is a definite
part of student life at UB.
We all must deal with it every
semester. For our graduating
seniors, registration is now a
memory but for the rest of us
it will continue to be a LIVING HELL.
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Coming back to Buffalo is
one of the hardest yet most
exciting things about going
to VB. Nobody really wants
to leave home and the care-
free way of life we all grow
accustomed to during the
summer -
not to mention
the warm weather!
Yet,
everyone is anxious to start
fresh again: new schedules,
new people
to meet, new
places to live... but most of
all, our old friends.
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Friends
are the most im-
overheated
and noisier than
the average college bar. But
there is an upside to living at
school - no parents; not a
soul to answer to. Unfortu-
nately, that has proven to be
highly dangerous to some!
For the majority of us it is a
comfort
to have
mom
and
dad a 'phone call away'. '
After Freshman year, coming back gets easier and eas-
ier. There is nothing like the
fear of being dropped off at
Ellicott to live with absolute
portant things a person can
have. After all, you can't
spend every waking moment
in the library.
And as
Drop/Add finally ends and
strangers; not knowing any-
everyone returns to the old
come back again each year.
And who would ever want to
routine, it almost feels like
there never was a summer
break.
Once again, the standard
one for miles. But each September it becomes less. of a
chore. After all, if we didn't
like it here, we wouldn't
leave beautiful, sunny Buffalo, Blue Birds, dorm food,
and Drop/Add anyway?
of living is back down to that
of the "starving student".
The food never quite measures up to mom's. The apartment is not as toasty as home,
while
the
dorms
are
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Preparing for the Future
Before homecoming activities can take place
each year, there are many details that have to be
taken care of. Participators in this year's homecoming and parents' weekend went through much
preparation.
The organizations put a lot of work into their
floats. Many fraternities and sororities worked
together on combined floats. Floats ranged from
simple designs with the greek letters on them to
political statements. Many greeks referred to the
promised greek row which has been postponed
again. Some referred to the other building projects on campus. The theme of homecoming,
Building Our Future, could be seen on nearly all
the floats. Phi Kappa Theta won first prize for
their float depicting the football stadium.
SA also prepared for homecoming by setting up
the carnival, beer tent, and bonfire they were
sponsoring. The bad weather kept a lot of people
from attending these festivities but those that
showed enjoyed themselves. Many students
stayed home to clean their rooms and get ready
for visiting parents the next day.
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STUDENT LIFE
JUST FOR THE FUN OF IT!
The students at U.B. go
to classes,
study, and
dread those 50 million
word term papers. But as
we all know, college Is
more than just Biologyand
Basket weaving. The students at this University
know how to have FUN!
What do the students at
U.B do for fun?
Going to sporting events
Is thing to do. Our sports
program is on the road to
Division One and everyone
wants to be apart of the
trip. "We attend every basketball game. It was something to do with my friends
and support the Bulls." remarked Paul Renfro.
The Sports Information
Directors of the Student
Association wanted to increase participation at the
sports events. Competition
between the clubs, Greeks,
and dorms Ignited spirit.
College life is a struggle
to survive.
Taking exams, trying to find a parking space, and finding out
what your goals are In life
can be frustrating. Friends
are a big part of making
the adjustment. Whether
the friend is your best
friend
from
grade
school .. to someone assigned next to you In class,
friends are important.
They know how to make
you laugh.
Unlike most colleges. the
University does not make
up the town. The city of
Buffalo has many things to
offer. With the Bills and
Sabres for sporting action,
downtown Buffalo nightlife and the MaIn Street
bars. what more can one
ask for?
Everyone has their own
idea of fun. but our University offers it all!
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Fallfest!!!!!
"Queen
Latifa ... pleased the
crowd with her
newest hits and
inspiring words. "
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This year's Fallfest had
quite a variety of music and
entertainment.
Cold and
rainy weather hindered
many from joining in on the
beginning festivities. However, enough people turned
out to make the evening
carnival a festive occasion
indeed. Local bands such as
Monkey Wrench and Scary
Chicken
played
many
favorites for the crowd.
Of course, Saturday is
always the best day of the
fest. And so it was again in
1990. The mixed line-up of
bands ranged from new rap
to classic rock. Israel Vibrations returned to the UB
campus playing fun-for-all
reggae tunes. Queen Latifa
and her court pleased the
crowd with her newest hits
and inspiring conversation.
STUDENT LIFE
Old friends, New Attractions ..
And then it was time to
ROCK. Savage warmed up the
festers for the ever-famous
rocker himself, Joe Walsh.
Some fans were disappointed
in his 'wasted' appearance.
However, they did admit he
played a 'damn good show.
New attractions to the Fest
were the beer tent and the carnival and rides. Needless to
say, the tennis court-turned
pub was the more popular of
the two. The music was loud
and the place was hopping.
Students were very pleased
with this new fest addition and
are hoping to see it in future
years.
All in all, the 1990 Fallfest
was a great success. The Fest
Committee should be commended on a job well done.
These students worked hard to
make this year better than
ever; helping build our UB
spirit for the future.
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MELTING POT
UB is one of the best examples of a school that has a
great cultural diversity. There
are so many races of people
here, it's hard to keep track of
them all. There are whites,
blacks, Indians, Japanese,
Chinese, Korean, European,
Latin American and the list
goes on and on. We're all one
big "melting pot. "
There are many new trials
that these people from other
countries have to face. First,
it's the language. Most of
them speak English very well,
while others have a little trouble with it. Besides concentrating on their studies, they have
to speak English properly, or
they will become totally lost.
Second, there are certain foods
they eat that aren't available
here. They might have to go
without their special foods and
get used to the kind of food
that is served here. Third, their
customs are different. Something that's appropriate in
their country might not be appropriate here. Fourth, their
STUDENT
LIFE
religion might be different and
there may be no churches in
the area that practice that
faith.
The most important trial
they have to face is "fitting
in." It's hard to fit in with so
many other groups other than
your own. It can be difficult,
but it also can be rewarding.
They have the chance to go to
school in a totally different
country with different customs
and everything that's different.
How many chances like that
do we Americans get, to go to
school in a new country and
learn their customs instead of
them learning ours?
Besides going to school and
studying hard, they have the
opportunity to learn a new culture and be a part of it. They're
really the lucky ones, in a way.
But then again, so are we
Americans, to get to know and
meet people from other countries and get to know about
their culture. That is a major
advantage of us all being one
big "melting pot" here at UB.
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What About Me?
Many times, life for the
average student seems so unfair: incredible amounts of
homework, 300 capacity lectures, lack of money, lack of
nourishment, and basically an
unfair advantage in this difficult
world that we call
school.
But what about the life of
a disabled student? They have
to deal with the same amount
of pressure and 'unfairness' as
other students. However, their
problems go far beyond that.
Many of these students need
special transportation
and
other resources, which adds to
their everyday financial burdens. They must also learn to
cope with people who treat
them unequally, whether it be
a curious stare or someone trying to 'help' a little more than
is needed.
Yes, disabled students are
noticeable at UB, but in reality
they are too often overlooked.
Their struggle and hard work
is many times taken for granted. And their ability to do a
good job is never appreciated
enough.
Maybe life for the 'average'
student isn't so difficult after
all...
Luckily, there is someone
who understands. It's a student run organization known
as The Independents.
The
group gives access to academic, financial and emotional
support. These students make
life at UB a lot easier for those
who seek them out. There are
disabled as well as able-bodied
members in the group. Students interested in the organization or any related issue are
welcome to visit and become
involved. It's well worth the
effort!
Every person at UB is an
important piece of the picture.
The individual lifestyles and
personalities that exist within
the University play a major
role in shaping the future as a
whole. By overlooking the
qualities and capabilities of a
specialized group such as disabled students, we are only
shutting out a viable part of
society. So next time you see a
man with a seeing eyedog, or a
woman in a wheelchair - don't
stare and avoid them. Say helc
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person just like you.
Independents' President Todd Vaarwerk speaks up for the rights of disabled
students and how the new fees will put an added burden on their transportation
problems.
Taking classes together enables students from different circles to relate and
become friends.
INDEPENDENTS
The Independents ...
In 1977, a young man enrolled in SUNY Buffalo to pursue graduate studies in
rehabilitation
counseling. He found to his chagrin that some of the buildings on
campus were inaccessible to those persons using wheelchairs. After meeting other
students with disabilities, he found that though disabilities were different, their
problems were in attending classes or having proper accommodations.
That is
when Tony Serra began the brainchild now know" as the Independents.
For J 3 years, this organization
has been largely responsible for changing the
quality of accessibility and education/or
disabled students, both on campus, and
in the community.
Our endeavors can be as simple as providing a braille map to
an incoming freshman who has a visual impairment, to something as complex as
making a dorm accessible to a person using wheelchairs. We also educate persons
on laws which affect persons with disabilities,
complain about tuition hikes,
budget cuts, activity fees, and other issues which are of grave concern to everyone
on campus. So, are we just another organization
of people who like to gripe?
Sometimes,
but most times we are a group of disabled and nondisabled students
who want to make our educational
experience as successful and enjoyable as
possible.
We have an office in Capen Hall where we conduct meetings to discuss
academics, fundraising,
accessibility issues, and life in general. The members of
the Independents
are of many different backgrounds
with creative ideas, strong
voices, and some much needed anecdotes which are part of living life and dealing
with a disability.
The group also provides a resource library for those persons
who wish to learn more about disabitties for papers, or because of a personal
nature. One of the most popular is called The Disability Rag which includes
information
on a variety of topics realted to the disabled.
Every once in a while, our name will bring us persons who think our group is
something much different.
We have been asked if we are the people to talk to
about financial
independence,
or if we're the place to come and apply for
independent study. We have found these incidents to be rather humorous, but,
the best things is that when these students have come to us, they sometimes find a
way or reason that our organization
is helpful to them; hence we gain a new
member.
While most of the group's members have disabilities,
we do have about J 5
ablebodied members who support our ideas, and bring their own breed of humor
and insanity to the group. We have also advocated in academic matters for these
persons as well.
We are funded by the Student Association, however, we try to generate money
throughfundraising.
We have sponsored guest speakers to come on campus and
share their ideas with students.
We also receive encouragement
and provide
assistance to the Office of Services to the Handicapped.
They assist students with
such concerns as readers, living accomodations
that are accessible, special test
taking conditions, and other matters which may be retavent to a student with a
disability. Our group gives the strength in numbers element because we have a
better understanding
of student needs, and concerns of equality which are
sometimes lost on the administration.
So, why haven't some of you heard about us until now? This is because some
disabled students feel there is a stigma attached to a group which has a concern
for their rights and concerns. We're already different, so why openly hang out
with gimps and cripples on campus? Simple. Because we're interesting, diverse,
sometimes
insane, and most of all, because we care about the quality of
education, and the equality of people who are students, but happen to be disabled.
I want to interject that one of our abtebodied members have become disabled as a
result of guilt by association.
So, if apathy has been your middle name, and you want to aid in making a
difference, be daring, be proud, become an independents member. We wish that
this could be used as a tax writeoff, but this is not possible. So do it now, and
make a difference.
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Samuel Eells, the provident founder of Alpha Delta Phi, most eloquently expressed
the principle purpose of the fraternity. It was his intent that "this new association, with a
true philosophical spirit, looking to entire man, develop his whole being - moral, social
and intellectual." Since its beginning at Hamilton College in 1832, the Alpha Delta Phi
Fraternity has sought to provide a comprehensive growth experience for young men at
leading universities and colleges in Canada and the United States.
As lifelong members of a fraternal brotherhood, Brothers unite to participate in an
atmosphere of energetic and concerted interaction where the aspects of each man's
character may grow and flourish. Special importance is attached to five areas: en-
liancing personal self esteem; promoting constructive respect and caring for others with
diverse backgrounds and personalities; developing leadership qualities and self discipline; improving scholastic and literary skills; and serving the University and community.
Fraternity involvement is characterized by undertaking responsibilities within a
group of peers while at the same time having contact with interested alumni. This
process enhances individual self respect as well as fostering responsible concern for
others within the chapter. The Fraternity's tradition is to seek members form a broad
spectrum of backgrounds, interests and skills. In this climate, each Brother develops an
appreciation of those different from himself, and comes to understand how the
viewpoints of others can enrich his own life.
Paul Berstein
Jason Cataldo
Daniel Ciorciari
Matthew Coviello
Peter Deriu
Jim DiSarno
Michael DiSarno
Jeffrey Gabrielle
Alex Generalow
Charles Gianfrate
John Grentzinger
Jamal Gupta
Chris Hendrick
Bob Kerzman
Jeff Knoll
Michael Koch
Suonllen Lee
Richard Lloyd
Timothy McGraph
Scott McMurtry
Jeffery McNeil
Patrick Ogden
Joseph Parkson
Sean Patak
Stephen Petrovits
Nicholas Picciano
Mark Russo
Kevin Schoonover
William Stopinski
Ray Sullivan
Matt Taylor
Dan Vill
Ted Visca
John Voit
James Weigert
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In 1865,our great nation was torn by the Civil War. Alpha Tau Omega arose to heal the wounds of the
war by bringing men of the North and South together once again through brotherhood. To this day, the
brothers of Alpha Tau Omega continue to uphold the values and goals of the original founders.
Although Alpha Tau Omega was a new colony this semester, we have already demonstrated our wholehearted desire to contribute to our community while we continued to build strong friendships and maintain
high academic standards.
Together, we have contributed to many well known charities such as Habitat for Humanity, Muscualar
Dystrophy, The American Cancer Society, The Ronald McDonald house and The American Red CrossBlood Drive. Although our financial contributions to these organizations were greatly appreciated, more
important is the time and effort devoted by the fraternity brothers.
Our efforts to uphold principles in which we believe extend to causes closer to home as well. We were
there in fullforce when the DBStudent Association asked for our participation and assistance in controlling
the student march to protest the bus fee.
Through it all, we have always Iound the time to have fun. We have visited other Alpha Tau Omega
chapters and highlights of the Buffalo area. (Darien Lake, Canadian Beaches, The New York Thruway,
and many more) In addition, we have had several most triumphantly successful house parties and
gatherings.
The combination of social activities, community service, academic achievement, and friendships so
strong that they can not be described in words have truly made involvement in Alpha Tau Omega a
positive experience for this semester and always.
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Alpha Phi Alpha fraternity Inc. wa founded on December
4, 1906 at Cornell University. It was the first and only predominantly African American fraternity established at such
an early time, which paved the way for many other African
American Fraternities and sororities. The founders of the
fraternity were seven loyal men whom we refer to as the
jewels of Alpha Phi Alpha. The official colors of our fraternity
are black and old gold.
Although we do have members at Buffalo State College,
our chapter seat (Delta Epsilon) is here at the University of
Buffalo, activated in 1949. Our chapter presently has seven
members who strive to uphold the aims of our dear fraternity;
manly deeds, scholarship, and the love for all mankind.
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Seated: Mark Uher,ScottHoller, Brian Kress,AI Wildstein,
Chuck Verdile. MIDDLE:
Tony Borrelli, Gary Gossel,
John Spaargaren, AI Gray,
Randy Divito, Jerzy Polkowskin and Milton. STANDING:
Ed Munz, Tim Janish, Steve
Rogenthien, Steve Phillips,
Ralph Fico, Feff Ford, Joe
Whalen, Henry Herdzik,
Steve Zador.
In December 1944Sigma Chi Sigma wa organized at the University at Buffalo. In
1948 its name was changed to Chi Tau Omicron. This group was chartered as the
Gamma Epsilon Chapter of Alpha Sigma Phi Fraternity on February 25, 1950.
In 1962, Buffalo wa taken into the New York State school system which then
prohibited recognition of national fraternities. The chapter continued for a time
without college sanction, but gradually died out.
In 1988 Mark Palazzo transferred from Marietta College, and decided that he
wanted to establish Alpha Sigma Phi on campus. He became interested when he
found out that Alpha Sigma Phi had been on campus in the 1950's and 1960's. He
contacted older alumni of the chapter, and with a core of good undergraduate men
around him, they began the chartering process,
Recolonization was granted to the UB group on April 8, 1989,and the charter will
be received in April of 1991.
Throughout this growing process the brothers of Alpha Sigma Phi have been busy
with different aspects of Greek life. Through participation in the Inter-Greek Council,
the brothers have made the letters and ideals of the fraternity known to the public.
We have developed a strong brotherhood that believes that there must be a good
balance between academics, social events, and community service projects(which
range from the annual Kid's Day paper sle or raising money for the friends of the
Night People soup kitchen, we raised $90 I.78 last year in three days)
The 1990-1991 school year will see the graduation of many Alpha Sigs and the
brothers of Alpha Sigma Phi would like to say congratulations to all graduating
seniors and especially to Alpha Sig graduates. We will miss you guys. Good Luck in
the real world.
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4, 1906 at Cornell University. It was the first and only predominantly African American fraternity established at such
an early time, which paved the way for many other African
American Fraternities and sororities. The founders of the
fraternity were seven loyal men whom we refer to as the
jewels of Alpha Phi Alpha. The official colors of our fraternity
are black and old gold.
Although we do have members at Buffalo State College,
our chapter seat (Delta Epsilon) is here at the University of
Buffalo, activated in 1949. Our chapter presently has seven
members who strive to uphold the aims of our dear fraternity;
manly deeds, scholarship, and the love for all mankind.
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Seated: Mark Uher,ScottHoller, Brian Kress,AI Wildstein,
Chuck Verdile. MIDDLE:
Tony Borrelli, Gary Gessel.
John Spaargaren, AI Gray,
Randy Divito, Jerzy Polkowskin and Milton. STANDING:
Ed Munz, Tim Janish, Steve
Rogenthien, Steve Phillips,
Ralph Fico, Feff Ford, Joe
Whalen, Henry Herdzik,
Steve Zador.
In December 1944Sigma Chi Sigma wa organized at the University at Buffalo. In
1948 its name was changed to Chi Tau Omicron. This group was chartered as the
Gamma Epsilon Chapter of Alpha Sigma Phi Fraternity on February 25, 1950.
In 1962, Buffalo wa taken into the New York State school system which then
prohibited recognition of national fraternities. The chapter continued for a time
without college sanction, but gradually died out.
In 1988 Mark Palazzo transferred from Marietta College, and decided that he
wanted to establish Alpha Sigma Phi on campus. He became interested when he
found out that Alpha Sigma Phi had been on campus in the 1950's and 1960's. He
contacted older alumni of the chapter, and with a core of good undergraduate men
around him, they began the chartering process.
Recolonization was granted to the UB group on April 8, 1989,and the charter will
be received in April of 1991.
Throughout this growing process the brothers of Alpha Sigma Phi have been busy
with different aspects of Greek life. Through participation in the Inter-Greek Council,
the brothers have made the letters and ideals of the fraternity known to the public.
We have developed a strong brotherhood that believes that there must be a good
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balance
between academics,
social events, and community service projects(which
range from the annual Kid's Day paper sle or raising money for the friends of the
Night People soup kitchen, we raised $901.78 last year in three days)
The 1990-1991school year will see the graduation of many Alpha Sigs and the
brothers of Alpha Sigma Phi would like to say congratulations to all graduating
seniors and especially to Alpha Sig graduates. We will miss you guys. Good Luck in
the real world.
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WORDS TO DESCRIBE PHI KAPPA PSI
CHALLENGE ...
GROWTH,
POTENTLAL,
ENERGY,
PHILANTHROPY,
DIVERSITY,
UNITY,
EQUALITY ...
FRATERNITY.
FAMILY.
SOCIALIZE,
COMMUNICATE,
ASSOCIATE,
IT LASTS A LIFETIME.
SATISFACTION ...
FULFILLMENT, , ,
FREE TO BE YOUR BEST...
BROTHERHOOD.
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PHI KAPPA PSI. , .
NOTHING MORE NEEDS TO BE SAID.
President: Steve Cooley
Vice-President: Scott LaDue
Treasurer: jim Lockett
Recording Secretary: joe Pellegrino
Corresponding Secretary: jim Walline
Messanger: Alex Taub
Historian: Mike Makarainen
Sergeant at Arms: KeiIh Berlin
Chaplain: Adam Klein
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FRONT ROW:Bryan
Fricke,
Steven Ware,Ed Lydecker.Chris
Studley
2ND ROW: Todd Dermork.Rich
Centola. Gary Johnston,Mike Fiscinu.H. Neil Simon,Rich Harrison, Doug Crisafulli, George
Homboussl.Andrew Heckman
3RD ROW: Fred Hueck.Everett
Boccafola.Deith Glidden,Brian
Lippman,AI
Infantino.J ames
Conn.Hik Angelina,Rick Wenner
Phi Kappa Theta is starting a new era at UB. With most of our
founding fathers graduated. we are embracing a new generation of
Phi Kaps. Young people bring with them ideas and dreams. Our
fraternity offers the perfect arena to share them and make them a
reality. Although we stress academics, we have proven adept in other
important areas of
Greek and campus life. The high point of our fall semester was taking
first place in the homecoming float competition. It bettered our own
spirit as well as that of the school. As far as athletics are concerned, we
captured first place overall in intramural softball and placed well in
both flag football and floor hockey by making the playoffs in both
sports respectively.
We continued our nationally recognized community service program
by selling Christmas ornaments for the American Cancer Society and
plan on many other such philanthropic events for the upcoming semesters. While confronting with the universities dry rush policies as
well as our own we hope to continue Phi Kappa Theta at UB as ....Just
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President
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Edward W. Doty
Finance & Management
Dale M. Landi
Sponsored Programs
v.p.
Donald W. Rennie
Research & Graduate Education
V.P.
William R. Greiner
Provost
Robert L. Palmer
Vice Provost for Student Affairs
John Naughton, M.D.
Clinical Affairs V.P.
V.P.
Ronald H. Stein
University Relations V.P.
Robert J. Wagner
University Services V.P.
Kenneth J. Levy
Associate Provost
Donald W. Rennie
Vice Provost for Research &
Undergraduate Education
John Thorpe
Vice Provost for Undergraduate
Education
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Judith Albino
Dean 01 Architecture & Environmental
Design
Joseph A. Alutta
Dean of Management
William M. Feagans,
Bonnie Bullough
D.D.S.
Dean of Dental Medicine
Dean of Nursing
George S. Bobinski
Dean of Information and Library Studies
Thomas F. George
Dean of Natural Sciences & Mathematics
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George C. Lee
Dean of Engineering & Applied
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Anthony F. Lorenzetti
Sciences
Dean of Student Affairs
Ross D. MacKinnon
Dean of Social Sciences
John Naughton, M.D.
Dean of Medicine
Robert H. Rossberg
Dean of Health Related Professions
Wade J. Newhouse
Dean of Law & Jurisprudence
Hugh G. Petrie
Dean of Educational Studies
Frederick W. Seidel
Dean of Social Work
David J. Trlggle
Dean of Pharmacy
Jon Whitmore
Dean of Arts & Letters
MISSING PHOTOS,
Dennis Black- Associate Dean
Ronald K. Dallmann· Assistant
Dean
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ACADEMIC ORGANIZATIONS
Society of
Women
Engineers
Physics Club
(top L-R)Dr. Naughton; Dave
Snyderman
(mid L-R)Andrew Beers; Don Henk;
John Feinberg(front L-R)Greg Potts;
Kristan Corwin; Steve Zelanzy
Statistics Club
(L-R)Dongyue Liu; Katy Walsh; Wayne
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SASH
(top L-R)Elizabeth Cody; Mary Harissis;
Katie Wilson; Carolyn Schulman (front
L-R)Rhonda Shurmer; Eden Widawski;
Neirja Suri
WICI
(top L-R)Marybeth Taggart; Tristan
Naylor; Lisa Burkis; Julie Wasserman
(front L-R)Marcia Parkes; Denise Walpole Tricia Lucisano; Lisa Fellerman
(missing: Susan Welcher; Marianne
DiFlurio)
Women In
.Management
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INTERNATIONAL STUDENT CLUBS
Chinese Student
Association
(top L-R)Richard Chow; Christina
Chang; Paula Anderson (front LR)Edwin Wong; eddy Lin; Ken Ip
Indian Student
Association
(I:-R)Murali Ganti; Yanin Patel; Mirza
B. Baig
Irish Student
Association
(L-R)JiII Ted; Peter Elvis Kelleher; Teresa Varyhan
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International Student Clubs
Italian Student
Association
(top L-R) Steve Biogiorno; Joey Tumino; Joe Catapano (front L-R) Lee
Rosey; Valerie Pi rocco; Ricardo Buitrago
Korean Student
Association
(top L-R) Doug Lim; Tonya Kim; Danny Lee; Steve Baek (Front L-R) Chong
1m Chang; Young Hwan Pak; Soo Hyun
Woo
LASA
(top L-R) Carlos Henriquez; Isabel
Figueroa; Nelson Soler (mid L-R) Ricardo Buitrago; Giovanna Gomez; Juan
Rodriguez (front) Bedro Estrad
International Student Clubs
INTERNATIONAL STUDENT CLUBS
Polish Student
League
(top L-R) Michael Zachowicz; Michal
Prussak; Isabel Komornicki; Erich
Truchsesz (frontL-R) Janusz Oleniacz;
Tuuasz Bystrzynsui; Piotr Prussak
Vietnamese Student
Association
(top L-R) Dzung Luong; Chanh
Nguyen; Vikki Tang; Duc Do (front LR) Thang Nguyen; Tuan Tran; Thai
Pham; Richard Nguyen
Caribbean Student
Association
(top L-R) Marcia Lewis; Monet Mignot;
David Hosten; Andrew Cambell; Maggalie Voltaire; Carlson Flory (front L-R)
Marcia Parkes; Mauricio Hooker; Sonia
Simspon; Willmore; Aphelia Power
International Student Clubs
SPECIAL INTEREST GROUPS
Don't Panic!
(L-R) John Feinberg; Greg Bondar;
Don Henk (front) Wildy Haskell
UB Gospel Choir
(L-R) Rodlanda Davis; Letty Cambeau;
Regina Zachery
Jewish Student
Union
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SARPA
(top L-R) Kathy Tracy; Geoffrey
Schmits; Gregory Zin (front) Danielle
Luttenberg
World Hunger
Interest Group
(top L-R) Gregory Zin; Daniell Lutten berg (front L-R) Kathy Tracy; Dr.
Alan L. Canfield; Geoffrey Schmits
VB Amateur Radio
Society
(top L-R) Garrick Wyszynski; Erick Baker; Dave Meltzer; Mark Waldmiller
(mid L-R) Jim Perreault; John Elliott;
Don Henk (front)Greg Bondar
Special Interest Groups
V.B. Pep Band
STUDENT
ASSOCIA TION
Thanks for making these
organizations possible!
Student
Association
Staff:
KellyP. SahnerPresident
Rick Cole,
Jr. -
Vice
President
Michael Cross Treasurer
Molly Brennan Academic Affairs
Director
Dan DiCesare Academic Council Chair
B. Marshall, D. Sanders
- Affirmative Action
Niels-Ulrich Cathell Commuter Affairs
Wayne Schuck Elections & Credentials
Bob Coniglio - External
Affairs Director
Taia Thorp - Fest Chair
Steve Watrous Relations
Public
Director
Susan Gullo -
Publicity
Director
and many more -
thank
you all III
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Engineers
The National Society of Black Engineers SUNY at Buffalo
chapter is a dynamic organization dedicated to the recruitment, retainment and successful graduation of minorities in engineering and other fields. Recent events
hosted by the chapter include the annual career fair,
workshops in money management, interviewing and academics. Future events include a trip to Toronto,
the
annual banquet and more entertaining and informative
workshops.
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Let Your Spirits Soar ! ! ! !
Noteworth
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stats from Fall 1990:
over 100 sign-ups
in the first
semester of the existence
of the
jim., Scott, and of course Boyd (we
of 8' dual control
woudln't
lerblading
have had this story to tell
without
club, raising the Kite team to one
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of the largest club sports
the opportunity
on earn-
behind
you).
Panama
Scott Hassen afforded
to witness
us
the Mir-
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acle of retrieving
a 4' box kite from
Chinese
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the contaminated
waters of Lake La-
release.
Many hours spent in the En-
by four
gineering of the Cody Manlifters
salle.
train fromauon
mined members
at a depth
of 3 feet
in, pitch
darkness,
35 feet
for the purpose
of lifting a human.
That
project
continues.
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black
away from shore.
8 man hours of knots were de-
tangled,
It was found
6 hours
of which
spent on ONE knot! Thank
were
you
deter-
We never expect-
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in building
your own
making and painting
Hexagonal
Competition
formation
to
and skiing
in the winter.
kites, including
pus.
stunt kites for Rol-
in the summer
kites for artistic
in squadron
flight
flying and choreography
music are just two of the events
we train for as a learn.
ed such an adventure.
Future
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plans include:
Power Kiting harnessed
to
a train
stratospherically
good tirnes'll
Getting Rowdy with the Pep Band
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THE SPECTRUM
Student Magazine
Spectrum
Staff:
Ian Aronson - Editor-in-Chief
T. Rosenthal, J. Lundberg - Managing Editors
Siobhan
McAndrew
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Anselm
Berrigan
Assignment
M. Gianella,
Rob Davis -
Editor
Feature
Editor
Ethnic Affairs
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Editor
Marcello
Steve Gurtowski
Julie Fronczek -
J. $ulkow,
Campus Editor
M. Grant- Sports Editors
Beth Tobachnik
Jennifer
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Graphics
Editor
An Director
P. Rao -
Greg Michaelidis Pete Meszynski -
Prodigal
Sun Editors
Prodigal Sun Music Editor
Sun Photo Editor
Sandra Stimers -
Business
Manager
David Mammano
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Advertising
Manager
Michelle
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Advertising
Designer
Debbie
Fortner
Smith -
Advertising
Coordinator
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GENERA TION Student Magazine
Lori Chiarilli - Editor-in-Chief
Michael LiVigni - Supervising Editor
Anthony Zumpano - Senior Editor
Jennifer Gidman - Associate Editor
Jonathan Hughes - Pulse Editor
Amy Baumes - Campus Editor
Kathleen Benway - Literary Editor
Heather Griffiths - News Editor
D. Kessler, C. Hayes - Copy Editors
P. Farzan,j. Watts - Contributing Editors
Jeff Braun - Production Manager
John Caracci - Ad Production Manager
Wendy Marvel - Graphics Editor
Becky Vee - Photo Editor
Jason Rhodes - Head Typesetter
Guillermo Izquierdo - Advertising
Manager
Alan Kirschner - Business Manager
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REACH Student Guide
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Greg Gattuso - Editor-in-Chief
Gerry Weiss - Supervising Editor
Jonathan Sulkow - Copy Editor
Bonnie Nightengale - Executive Editor
Annemarie
Carroll -
Production
Man-
ager
John Caracci -
Production
Tom Overfield -
Assistant
Production Consul-
tant
M. Grant, K. Benway - Typesetters
John Chin - Photo Editor
J. Youngbluth, S. Gurtowski - Illustrators
Bill Blenk ~ Cover Artist
Bill Hooley - Business Manager
Karen Dorfman
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Advertising
Direc-
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THE BUFFALONIAN
Yearbook
Debbie LaDuca - Editor-in-Chief
Tristan Naylor - Assistant Editor
George Bethel - Photo Editor
Scott Braut - Photo Editor
Robin Cooper - Layout Editor
Megan Mahoney - Sports Editor
Scott Bylewski
Rebecca Daun
Sharon Jarvis
Jennifer Kalinowski
Debbie Randall
Ruth Trimarco
Scott Kroon
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Lynn Gillette
Student Publications
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In assessing the 1990 V.B. Football season, two words come to mind: transition and establishment.
This year was the first step in a difficult transition to Division I AA. We were all disappointed by the losing
season, however, there were some encouraging highlights in terms of player performance. First of all, and
most importantly, our players never gave up. Even through the low moments, they played with their hearts
and never quit. This year's group was the foundation on which to build a strong program. They should all feel
proud of their effort and contribution to the beginning of "Run to Division I."
We also experienced some individual success with several players. Alan Bell, Rich Dadabo, Dave Short,
Dale Worrall, Frank Reilly, john Hartman, and Chaz Ahmed all gained ECAC player of the week recognition.
We were especially pleased when the potential of the offense was realized during the Mercyhurst game. We
set three school records including most yards gained in one game (total of 625), most first downs (total 32),
and most pass receptions by an individual (13 by Chaz Ahmed).
Throughout the season we were able to move the ball offensively against our opponents and we definitely
showed improvement as the year went on. Overall we have a good philosophy and a strong system of
offense.
We lose six seniors on the offense this year including Chaz Ahmed, john Hartman, jim Duprey, john
Hubert, Frank Reilly (starting quarterback), and Bobby jones. All of these players were starters and fine
athletes. They will be sorely missed.
However Alan Bell (starting running back), Eric Polanski (full back), Ray Hobson (running back), and Rusty
Knapp (wide receiver) will be returning to a strong offense.
Our defense was truly put to the test of endurance this year. We had a young defensive squad that had to
play with their hearts all year long. Previous to the Southern Connecticut game, we had sustained some
injuries on our starting defensive line up, but when they took the field the defense really "dug in" and refused
the So. Conn. offense any big plays. The V.B. Defense really earned respect against Southern Connecticut by
playing both tough and smart throughout the game.
This year we will graduate one senior, Dave Nierman, from the defense. Next year Dave Short (1990
defensive captain) will return with star linebackers Rich Dadabo and Dale Worrall as a stronger and more
seasoned defensive squad.
The 1991 football season will mark the second phase of our transition to the "Run to Division I" and we
look forward to it with expectations of success.
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Meet the Team:
Joe Katusha
Brent Pry
Chaz Ahmed
Chris Carr
Jon Harrington
Paul Petosa
Tony Policare
Frank Reilly
Tom McLaughlin
Bill Weidner
P.]. Riga
Gregg Fromm
Dave Adamson
Kyle Lester
Dave Short
Dave Romanowski
Bill Stonecypher
Mark Raymond
Matt Werder
Rick Rodriguez
Alan Bell
Donald Suchnya
Doug Radwanski
Ray Hobson
Matt Prelewicz
John Hartman
Eric Polanski
Jay Berndt
Mike Miller
Bobby Jones
Dave Joslyn
Rich Dadabo
Richard Lowe
Jeff Rivera
Chris Wojtas
Rich Rzeszotarski
Greg Yesensky
Dale Worrall
Glen Covey
John LaChance
Robert Sloan
Chris Style
John Hubert
Derek Villnave
Jason Sulenski
David Nierman
Drew Parry
Antonio Toledo
Chris Bennett
Todd Smith
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Michael DeWind
Rusty Knapp
Tom Cleere
Carlton Stone
Jim Duprey
John Canestaro
Rick Dearcop
Scott Pilkey
Brendan Creahan
Darryl O'Shei
Trever Nickerson
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OPPONENT
Central Connecticut
36
Montclair State
21
Westminster College
33
Hofstra
44
Canisius
30
Ithaca
42
Brockport
27
Mercyhurst
29
Southern Connecticut
14
East Stroudsburg
49
John Hartman has demonstrated excellence throughout his career in football. As a freshman
at V.B., John played both tightend and fullback. He rushed 12 times for 17 yards, had ten
receptions for 115 yards and scored 2 touchdowns. By the time John was a Junior, he had moved
to fullback permanently. He gained 307 yards aon 81 carries. He also managed to rack-up more
receptions totalling 27 for 273 yards.
John came in as a senior both physicallly and mentally prepared to assume the role as
offensive captain. His leadership abilities earned him the respect of teammates. As the season
within the team. He carried the ball 110 more times for a season toal of 670 yards. John scored
twice in his senior year and caught 11 more receptions for 121 yards. He was also mentioned as
ECAC player of the week during the 1990 season.
John possesses great athletic ability and the desire to accomplish his goals on and off the
football field. Throughout his career, John earned both athletic and academic honor. He
managed to maintain a 3.73 average in his major of Occupational Therapy; in addition to being
nominated for the NCAA post scholarship award.
John intense and competitive love for football will be missed at V.B., but those who remain
for the '91 season will remember his resounding inspiration,"It's a great day to play football!"
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WOMEN'S VOLLEYBALL
The Women's Varsity Volleyball team had another successful season, finishing with a record of 28-6.
Three key players contributing to the Royals success were:
Kristin Drabczyk, Mary Tocke, and Paula Collins. Kristin, a
transfer student from Niagara Community College made a
significant impact in mid-October as a powerful middle blocker. Mary, the "quarterback" of the team really got the team to
gel as she fulfilled her role as the team's setter. Paula's powerful hitting dominated as she finished the season with 412
kills and her career with 1,111. second in UB history.
During their 7 game win streak, the ladies felt they had a
good shot at a bid to the NCAA tournament. However, for the
second year in a row they did not receive one.
Among the season's high-lites were the team's victory over
Gannon of Erie, Pennsylvannia. Most memorable for the 1990
Royals was capturing the ECAC Championship in Springfield,
Massachesetts for the second year in a row.
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WOMEN'S VOLLEYBALL
OPPONENT
Mercyhust
0
California
0
Kutztown
0
Ashland
1
Clarion
0
Canisius
0
niagara
0
Mercyhurst
0
LeMoyne
0
Youngstown
0
Gannon
1
Slippery Rock
0
C.W. Post
0
Niagara
0
Edinboro
1
LeMoyne
0
Bentley
1
C.W. Post
0
American Internationa 0
Concordia
0
Edinboro
1
Mercyhurst
0
Youngstown
0
Niagara
0
!UP
0
Clarion
0
Canisius
0
Edinboro
0
Gannon
0
Navy
0
Bentley
0
NewHaven
1
Lowell
0
Springfield
0
V.B.
1
1
1
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1
1
1
1
1
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1
1
1
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Eric
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Eric
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MEN'S SOCCER
U.B.
OPPONENT
Nazareth Tournament
5
Lock Haven
1
2
Nazareth
1
1
2
2
1
2
6
2
3
2
3
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Geneseo
Cornell
Hobart
Buffalo State
LeMoyne
Gannon
Davidson
Mercyhurst
Niagara
1
1
o
o
o
1
3
1
o
SUNY Tournament in Binghamton
Stony Brook
o
2
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Albany
2
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4
1
1
1
SI. Bonaventure
Lock Haven
Bucknell
1
2
2
ECAC Championship
Keene State
2
Men's Soccer
MEN'S SOCCER
1990 Statistics
Chris Evans
Matt Hilbert
SteveDiClemente
BrianHanchar
RonBonfiglio
BrianCribbs
Tom Feeley
Sotir Tanevski
Steve Karbowski
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U,B.
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Lyne Baschnagel
Laurie Beggs
Lynette Bubel
Michelle Carroll
Besty Davendonis
Lorrie Drennen
Beckie Harvey
Annette Heffner
Carol Jackson
Kathleen Kaney
Brandie Karhoff
Trish Ryan
Brooke Smith
Katherine Snyder
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STARS OF THE SHOW:
Fred Leggin
Dean Schott
Tom Davis
Ricky Coleman
Robbie Middlebrooks
Dave Genaway
Gregg Gumbs
Torrance LeSure
Dawone Maxwell
Chris Brown
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OPPONENT
Fredonia
0
Rochester
6
Edinboro
1
Canisius
1
St. Bonaventure
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WOMEN'S TENNIS
U.B.'s Fall Season for 1990 showed the real
character of the young lady Royals. The team
comprised mostly of freshmen and sophomores with not much match experience had
hard fought matches against well seasoned
squads such as Canisius, Rochester and
Edinboro. Although finishing (1-4) in dual
meets, the experience gained was immeasurable. "The score doesn't indicate how close
those matches were," noted new head coach,
Joe Davis. "More important than victories
was the match toughness we gained. A lot of
three set matches could have gone either
way. I was really impressed with out young
players."
Freshman Tanya Balcius stepped in to fill
the #1 spot and played exceptional. finishing
(9-7) overall. Sophomore Martha Wittosch at
#2 singles finished a respectable (7-8) overall.
Seniors Alexandra Burkett and Cal?tain Laura
Barron were strong with solid comsitent play
in both singles and doubles. Alexandra teaming with sophomore sensation Cathy Patrice1a. This, plus the strong p,lay of sophomore
Judy Bloom (6-6) and the 'secret weapon" of
our foreign exchange student from Denmark,
Marianne Nielsen showed that this team with
little match experience had a lot of heart.
This heart showed through as the team
finished second in two tournaments during
the season. The squad lost by only one point
to nazareth college at the E.C.A.C. Tournament in Brockport. Another strong 2nd
Place finish was to Pace University at the
Mid-East Conference Tournament. With convincing wins over LeMoyne and Gannon
Colleges, U.B. narrowly succumbed to Pace
in the final two deciding double matches.
"Even though the losses weren't easy to
acceJ?t, I'm very happy at this stage in our
rebuilding program. With the squad we have
and the players we're rectuiting, I'm very
excited about the girls future:' coach Davis
commented. It won't be easy but he knows
the girls are up for the challenge.
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Canisius
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Rochester
Nazareth
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Men's Lacrosse
College Athletics didn't make
many "in" lists for the 90's. Jerry
Trakanian, Len Bias, Jim Valvano
and Barry Switzer dominate the
headlines fOT all the wrong reasons.
Greed combined with a win at all
costs attitude has left many people
disillusioned. However, amidst the
controversy there still exists a group
of college athletes who fulfill the
ideals of amatuer athletics. All club
spons compete solely for the enjoyment of the game. And with a sport
like lacrosse where a professional
league doesn't exist, collegiate competition represents the pinnacle of
the sport.
The Men's Lacrosse Club at VB
has steadily improved over the past
seasons. After dominating the New
York State College Club Lacrosse
League during the late 1980's. UB
has upgraded the caliber of competition by dropping many club
teams from the schedule in favor of
varsity teams. While this move up in
competition has made undefeated
seasons a thing of the past, the level
of play at UB has never been better.
UB finished the fall, 1990 season
with a 6-3 record, losing only to Division I competition.
Thanks to the cooperation from
the Athletic Department, UB's Club
Lacrosse program is now the model
other schools try to emulate. With a
young and very talented squad, the
future of lacrosse is bright. And
while the ultimate goal of the Men's
Lacrosse program is Division I, varsity status, it is due to the love of the
game, not the love of money.
Men's Lacrosse
ArbenAdams
Andrew Bateman
Robert Bellinger
Marc Bruffell
Mark Burstein
Jason Cataldo
Elvin Chan
Robert Cimmorell
Jason Clark
Thomas Conklin
Andrew Conrad
Joel Cusick
Tom Debole
Tim Dempsey
Thomas Desantis
Bill Elflein
Nathan Flower
F.J. Flynn
Carl Foriero
John MacBlane
Dan Mathews
George McGinn
Jim McMillan
Corbett Monica
Rich Randall
Jason Richman
Jeff Schneider
Bill Shoenig
Kevin Smith (Sr.)
Kevin Smith
Daniel Teal
Peter Tinnesz
Jim Torpey
Chuck Verdile
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Women's Lacrosse
The VB Women's Lacrosse
Club was started in the fall of
1988 by a handful of eager
young women. These women
had the drive and desire to
hold their own organizational
meetings, teach themselves
the game of traditional lacrosse, and solicit neighboring schools to try their hand
at the sport against the Lady
Laxers.
Today the club has upward
of 25 active members. The
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enough to have two young
men volunteer their time to
guide the team through their
season competitions. The burden of being a coach, player,
and executive officer was carried by the athletes in the
past. Fortunately
Brian
Kucharsky and Greg Calleri
have taken on the responsibility of coaching the squad.
Lynn Gillette (President),
Katy Vargo (Vice President),
Kelly Butts (Secretary) and
Beth Gloeckner (Treasurer)
have used the administrative
experience they've gained,
when the team lacked a
coaching staff, to brighten the
horizons for the future of
women's lacrosse.
A Western
New York
Women's
Lacrosse Confer-
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teams has been formed by the
Lady Laxer Executive Board.
This opportunity not only
flourishes for the betterment
of the game but places VB in
the spotlight as the mother
school of the conference.
The Women's Lacrosse
team would like to thank all
of the organizations that have
supported this organization\
through its birth.
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Women's
Lacrosse
is
played as the traditional game
was played by the indians.
There are twelve players on a
team inclusive of the goalie.
Women use a traditional
wooden stick which must not
contain a docket. Finesse
within the game is portrayed
as a player" cradles" the ball
in order to keep it in her stick.
There are natural boundaries,
which means there are no
side or endlines. Endurance is
a primary quality of a Lady
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Hockey Club
Keith McShea
The 1990-91 season was not the
brightest one for the VB Thunderin'
Herd. Coach Rick Brooks' team finished
with a 2-12-2 record, good for last place
in the International Collegiate Hockey
League (ICHL). While the season was
one filled with bad points, the Herd did
have some highlights.
VB started their season on October 19
at Sabreland, where they tied Niagra
Weiland College. The team's first win
came on October 27 against Kent State
in a non-league match also at Sabreland, as the Herd was victorious by a
score of 7-1 - getting off to a respectable 1-2-1 overall start.
However, the Kent State victory was
the only one for the Herd until December 14, when VB defeated rival Buffalo State. The winless streak that preceded the Buffalo State win was the
longest of the season, as it spanned 7
games. Included in those 7 games were
two non-league games played at Miami
of Ohio, where the team put forth a
good effort, tying the first game 4-4, but
they dropped their second meeting by a
score of 11-6. Also included in the
streak was a heart-breaking 5-4 overtime loss at home against Conestoga
College on November 10. The Herd had
tied the ~ame with just 23 seconds left
in the third period, only to fall in the
extra session.
The Christmas break was probably
the high point for the team, as they put
together a four-~ame undefeated streak.
Three consecutive wins came against
Buffalo State, Gannon, and the University of Rochester. After a 2-2 tie with
Niagra Welland, the streak came to an
end on January 26 again against Niagra
Welland, when the Herd wound up on
the short side of a 7-5 score.
Another memorable moment of the
season came on February 2, as the Herd
found themselves fighting for a playoff
spot. VB beat Conestoga College 3-1 at
Audobon Arena, setting the stage for a
playoff-style
game against Buffalo
State.
It was the last game of the regular
season, with the Herd trailing the 5thplace Bengals by two points. A victory
over Buff State would qualify UB for the
play-oils. A near capacity crowd at
Audobon Arena saw probably the most
thrilling contest of the season as the two
cross-town rivals battled each other in
an exciting game. In the end, Buffalo
State was on top by a score of 4-2,
dashing the Herd's hopes of participating in the playoffs.
The most memorable goal of the year
came in that final game. It was a fantastic display of forechecking, skating,
stick handling, and all-out hustling by
UB's #2, Pete Dienes. First Dienes stole
the puck deep in the Buff St. zone, he
then circle the net once, evading defenders, and finally knocking in his own
rebound in the slot.
The most valuable player for the
Herd this year was undoubtedly goaltender John Wolski. Wolski finished the
year with an .897 save percentage and a
4.68 goals against average, certainly respectable for a last-place team. Wolski
also proved he is durable, as he was
between the pipes for practically the
entire season, missing only one period
of league play. His efforts were rewarded when he was named an ICHL AllStar.
Also receiving All-Star recognition
was Sr. Scott Miller. the team's leader in
goals (7 with Steve Golovin), assists
(10), and points (17).
Miller was one of four seniors
honored at the Herd's final home game.
In honor of their commitment to the
team, Miller, Team Captain Dave
Browne, Cliff Siwicki,
and Brian
Riechert each received a plaque as a
UB
OPPONENT
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Georgian College
9
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Conestoga College
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Buffalo State College
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2 Niagara Weiland College 2
7 Niagara Weiland College 7
Buffalo State College 10
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"It takes dedication, pride and commitment to make a wmmng
team."
- Mona Bahouth (Coxswain)
In its second year at UB, the Crew team has become the
biggest Club Sport, combining the skills of over seventy coed athletes. A year round sport, the rowing team begins its
training on the water at the end of August and continues the
6:00 a.m, rigorous practices through mid-November. Brm!
Once the water begins to freeze, practices continues on land
until the spring when it's back on the water.
Both the men and women participate in Regattas throughout New York and the East Coast of the United States. In
spring 1990 they participated in The Albany Regatta and
The Dadvails in Philadelphia, receiving a medal in Albany
and having a strong showing in Philadelphia.
This past fan semester, the Rowing team participated in
Bausch and Lomb Invitational
competing
against
prestigeous legendary rowing teams as Harvard, Yale, and
Brown. Buffalo's Crew also competed in the Hogan Fries
Regatta in Buffalo, the Bill Braxton Memorial in Philadelphia, and the Frostbite Regatta in the middle of November.
Crew is a sport that dates back as far as the Vikings, and
one that requires endurance, dedication, and pride.
Although still a young team, if the early success is an
indicator of the future, "UB Crew is here to stay." so says
coxswain Hilary, and proving that Crew is not a sport for the
Ivy League.
We would like to thank Joseph Krakowiak for coaching
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The U.B. Cycling Team finished the 1990 year with a promising future. With only two
returning veterans, Paul Motyka and Jimmy Santos, the cycling team has seen many new
facesand new talents join to contribute in their success. The team placed six riders in the top
10 and under at both the Peek and Peak and Edinboro Mountain Bike Races. Top performances at Peaek and Peak included: Harold Peeling, who placed 4th in the novice class.
At Edinboro, UB swept the novice class with Paul Motyka, Harold Peeling, and Chris
Wichern finishing 1st,2nd and 3rd respectively. Lance Elliot also placed 12th overall in the
expert division. With both indoor and outdoor training during the winter months, the cycling
team is looked forward to a great spring road racing season.
Steve Moffat
George Samala
Tracy Bidwell
Lance Elliott
Ted Hallberg
Mustafa Imam
Pat Downs
Dave Wajton
Allan Jager
Lisa Farrand
Paul Motyka
Jimmy Santos
Robert Cowan
Rich Tapper
David Rodriguez
Michael Barr
Christ Salisburg
Theodore Knab
Harold Peeling
Chris Wichern
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Fencing Club
Through perseverance and
a new found intensity kindled
by instructor Diane Depken,
the UB Fencing Club steadily
improved during the Falll semester of 1990.
They began their season
with a trying effort at the London Heroes, one of the largest
fencing competitions in the
East. Held in Ontario, Canada, the London Heroes traditionally showcasses fencers
who compete in world-class
events such as the Pan-Am
games,
as well as the
Olympics, Despite outstanding individual efforts, the
memvers of the club were
sorely outclassed. Fortunately, they were able to study
opponents' tactics and styles,
and use the loss as a learning
tool, preparing them for their
next competition.
Anxious to demonstrate
their prowess, the club eagerly awaited another chance to
prove themselves. The Sidney
Schwartz Memorial Fencing
Tournament provided just the
opportunity.
Hosted on
Homecoming weekend by the
UB Fencing Club, the Sidney
Schwartz is dedicated to the
man who coached fencing at
UB for 25 years. At the competition itself, the club had
many successful finishers, including Donald Tranquillo, a
3rd place finisher in Men's
Foil, Brian LaBrake and Phil
Smolin, 3rd and 4th places in
Epee, respectively,
Chris
Bonafede with a 4th place finish in Sabre, and finaly jennifer DiMarie and Rachel
Knight with 1st and 2nd place
in Women's Novice Foil.
Unfortunately, at the final
competiton of the Fall semester, tragedy struck. Ryan
Cheung, one of the key
memebers of the Men's Foil
squad, suffered a fractured
leg, as well as a dislocated
knee cap. jarred by the accident, many of the members
of the club were unable to
concentrate and barely managed to fence competitively
that day. Rising above the
misfortune, however, were
jon Evans, with a 2nd place
finish in Sabre, and Brian
Gintry
and
Thomas
Heckmann, with 2nd and 4th
place finishes in Novice Foild,
respectively.
The club will sorely miss
the competitive prowess of
Ryan Cheung next year,
when he loses eligibility to
fence in NCAA competitions,
as well as jon Evans and
Chris Bonafede, two of the
MEN'S FOIL:
Don Tranguillo
Sean Leonard
Ryan Cheung
Joe Kukella
Brian Gintry
WOMEN'S FOlL:
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Heather Farrell
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guiding lights on the Sabre
squad. However, due to
their unstinting efforts
when working with the inexperienced fencers, all of
the seniors have made the
club a better place for their
having been there. Thanks
in part to their efforts, next
year the club is anticipating
its strongest and deepest
squads since the days
when Sidney Schwartz
was coach. With another
season as successful as this
one has been, and promises still to be, the UBFencing Club is looking forward
to joining the upgrade to
Division
If and becoming
the UB Fencing Team.
EPEE:
Joel Jelliff
Phil Smolin
Brian LaBrake
Paul Mason
SABRE:
Chris Bonafede
Jon Evans
Mark Falsone
NOVICE FOIL:
Ian Plant
John Kuebler
Thomas
Heckmann
Brendan Sullivan
Rachel Knight
Jennifer DiMarie
Greg Potz
Chris Riehl
Kent Martin
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Badminton Club
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April 7th, 1990 was a memorable day for the UB Badminton Club. Members, Bradley Lee W.H. and Ling-Ling
Tan were among the few
playes who made the All
Conference list for Keystone
Empire Region (Western New
York and Pennsylvania region). They were part of the
UB team that participated in
the Annual Keystone Empire
Badminton Tournament that
was Held in Mansfield University, Pennsylvania. The
team placed 2nd overall.
A week earlier, in SUNYBrockport, we took part in the
Annual Rochester-Brockport
Badminton Open Tournament. E, Hock-Siang took the
Men's Singles Title. That was
his second Singles title in a
row, after one in Mansfield a
month earlier. He partnered
Steve Yang in teh open douBadminton Club
bles and reached semifinal in
that division. The other doubles pair, James Ng and Teddy Oswari, also reached semifinal and carne in runners up
in the Men's Collegiate Doubles. The mixed doubles pair,
Bradley and Ling-Ling Tan
won the Mixed Dobules Consolation. Steve Yang, who
performed and outstanding
game, won the Men's Collegiate Singles.
The UB Badminton club
also took part in the Annual
Ithaca-Cornell
Badminton
Tournament. It was held in
Ithaca College, Ithaca, on
April 21, 1990. E, Hock-Siang
was again the champion in
the Open Men's Singles, and
Steve Yang was the champion
in the Men's Singles Consolation. Both of them partnered
in the Men's Doubles Open
and made the final four.
In the Buffalo State Doubles Tournament, which was
held on May 6th, UB again
won all teh division that they
took part in. The highlight of
the day carne as James Ng and
Bradley Lee met the winners
of the Men's Doubles over-30
division: Paul Sukaczow and
Dr. Rich Caputi in teh Men's
Duobles Open.
Smash, Drop, Clear, side to
side and front to back they
fought hard, but in the end,
the lightweight warrior from
UB took the match 15-10, 215, 15-7. The final in the
Men's Open featured James
Ng and Bradley Lee attacking
their colleagues E, HockSiang and Steve Yon in a grueling match in which E, HockSiang and Steve Young finished the day with a 15-7 and
15-10 hard fought victory.
All in all, the UB Badmin-
ton Club has done outstandingly well for the
Spring and Fall 1990 semesters, and we have established ourselves as one
of the best teams in teh
Keystone Empire region.
UB Badminton Club is recognized by the USBA
(United States Badminton
Association) for being a
well organized and good
performing
badminton
club!
We the club members
would like to dedicated all
our winning to Charlie
Cheney.
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