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.
“Wake up. Only whores make money in bed.†This is how my Grandfather starts my day if I sleep-in too long. He also likes to remind me that I’m a ‘Mary’, which for my family is a term that at some point has become synonymous with sissy.  Another one of his favorites is when we’re…
by Mike Shanahan Let’s examine the Rutgers meal plan policy for a minute. Weve all heard about the recent issues with Operation Robin Hood and the double swipes being revoked and then returned. The meal plans deserve some review. The following information about Rutgers meal plans and their total cost can be found on the Rutgers dining…
“If you don’t have a franchise quarterback, get oneâ€.  That is the philosophy I subscribe to and the NFL Draft is all about philosophy. Some teams value potential and pure talent over all other attributes. Other teams draft purely on need, which means, if they need a certain position they will draft it over the value…
[vimeo]http://www.vimeo.com/9418080[/vimeo] By Mike Shanahan The recent debacle concerning the towing of a handicapped student’s car has brought to the forefront the problem’s surrounding parking in New Brunswick, particularly in the student dominated Sixth Ward which covers all areas north-west of Hamilton Street. The New Brunswick Parking Authority which issues tickets and contracts out the towing of cars has long…
[vimeo]http://www.vimeo.com/9418080[/vimeo] By Mike Shanahan The recent debacle concerning the towing of a handicapped student’s car has brought to the forefront the problem’s surrounding parking in New Brunswick, particularly in the student dominated Sixth Ward which covers all areas north-west of Hamilton Street. The New Brunswick Parking Authority which issues tickets and contracts out the towing of cars has long…
By Mike Shanahan The Northeast got pounded this week with the worst storm in recent memory. Â New Brunswick piled another 20 inches or so on top of Friday’s accumulation. Â Rutgers University cancelled all Wednesday classes early Tuesday night. Â When it became clear a blizzard was in the works Thursday morning classes were also cancelled. The…
Most Rutgers students have been victimized by something we like to call the “RU Screw”. Everyone knows that Rutgers is hardly a well-oiled machine; things are never easy here. For some it is one major setback, but for others, it can be a combination of small things. Either way, it almost always deserves a, “F***ing Rutgersâ€. A…
Ms. Brown first called RUPD who redirected her to the New Brunswick Police Department.  After being put on hold for about 15 minutes she was given the information for the towing company and told her car had been towed because a “severely handicapped” person lived at the house she had parked in front of.  According to…
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.