By Avi Scher Photos by Mike Shanahan Ava Ward was just two days shy of her 9th birthday when she was diagnosed with Acute lymphoblastic leukemia, a cancer of the white blood cells. Instead of planning her birthday celebration she began to plan for the rigorous road of treatment that awaited her. An only child, Ava…
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In the United States an 18-year-old is told that he is responsible enough to drive a car, vote for the President, get married, purchase a gun and die for his country but he can not be trusted to buy a beer. It is time that we teach our 18-year-olds one last facet of responsibility by treating them as the adults they are and allowing them to drink.
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Navigating the intricate maze of acronyms that make up Rutgers student government is a task that few are interested in. It is an unfortunate reality as without a proper understanding of the system it is unlikely that students will get involved or know how to utilize the available resources.
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Ever not paid attention in class or made careless mistakes? Not followed instructions? Dislike homework? Distracted or forgetful? Exhibited these signs before the age of 7? If so, you may qualify for Attention Hyperactivity Disorder – ADHD.
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The Gateway Project which broke ground in June of 2009 is a $150 million redevelopment of the New Brunswick train station and surrounding area by the New Brunswick Development Corporation (Devco). The main project will be a soaring 298 ft. tower that will become the tallest building in the city. It will contain residential units, restaurants and…
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The Rutgers chapter of the United Students Against Sweatshops (USAS) recently delivered a letter to President McCormick demanding that Rutgers end contracts with Nike due to human rights violations at two Honduran factories the company has worked with.
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