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.Spring 05 | Top

.Friday, April 22, 2005
.Page 10 (View Page PDF)
.- Editorial: 2004-05 in review: How the time flies
.- Culture Shock: Crash course in lessons for the future, by Vincent Civitillo
.- Political Cartoon
.Page 11 (View Page PDF)
.- The Optimistic Pessimist: Executive editor bids adieu to Rider, by David Maccar

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The Devil's Advocate: Wisdom is served in sandwich form, by Allen Huang
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Letter to the Editor: A right for unionization, by Robert Cutler
.- Jumps
.Page 12 (View Page PDF)
.- Lending A Hand: Construction nearly spoils senior year, by Melissa Borotto

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The Issues Explained: Conservatives claim suppression, by Nicholas Ballasy
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The World Observer: Cochran deserves praise, by Jamie Papapertros

.Friday, April 15, 2005
.Page 8 (View Page PDF)
.- Editorial: Increased tuition is necessary, not evil
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Great Ideas: Unfairly sharing the bill and the blame, by Paul Szaniswski

.Page 9 (View Page PDF)
.- The Devil's Advocate: Rise in gas prices is a lesson for U.S., by Allen Huang

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A Student's View: Construction is beneficial, by Ari Bluestein

.Friday, April 8, 2005
.Page 8 (View Page PDF)
.- Editorial: Summer sessions fall just shy of A+
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Gender Matters: Why can't all women just get along, by Kristin DeStefano

.Page 9 (View Page PDF)
.- The Issues Explained: The high price we pay for 'black gold,' by Nicholas Ballasy

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Journalistic Integrity: The media's death fetish, by Randy Townsend

.Friday, April 1, 2005
.Page 8 (View Page PDF)
.- Editorial: The Stall Journal bites the big one
.Page 9 (View Page PDF)
.- Radio Rumors: Arnold to 'governate' Rider airwaves, by Maria Shriver

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The Scatologist: I loves me the goose crap, by I.Won Feces
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Lost in Translation: Win a complementary Spicy Tuna Roll, by Spicy Tuna Roll

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This Week in the Future

.Friday, March 25, 2005
.Page 10 (View Page PDF)
.- Editorial: Pulling the plug on religion-free law
.- The Issues Explained: Bush plan to result in social insecurity, by Nicholas Ballasy
.- Political Cartoon
.Page 11 (View Page PDF)
.- Commuter Concerns: Roads are for driving, not for walking, by Maureen Zahn

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Lending A Hand: Wake up you vandals! by Melissa Borotto
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First Impressions: Patriotism undergoes modern facelift, by Jenny Stanwix
.Page 12 (View Page PDF)
.- Face-Off: Should teachers bring their personal politics to the classroom? by Christian Duncan & Charlie Olsen

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Letter to the Editor: A crucial trip that almost wasn't

.Friday, March 11, 2005
.Page 8 (View Page PDF)
.- Editorial: Money is to blame for guest limitations
.- Campus Climate: Treatment of Dance Team deplorable, by Jordana Tusman
.- Political Cartoon
.Page 9 (View Page PDF)
.- The Issues Explained: Smoke shouldn't cloud new building, by Nicholas Ballasy

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Letter to the Editor: A tribute to Dan Rather
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Jumps

.Friday, March 4, 2005
.Page 8 (View Page PDF)
.- Editorial: Fatigue + exams = bad news for health
.- A Feminine Perspective: Historic women march on this month, by Laura Murphy
.- Political Cartoon
.Page 9 (View Page PDF)
.- Art Talk: Theater and film: two distinct worlds, by Jodi Cantor

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Music Lover: Where's the originality? by Ari Bluestein
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Jumps

.Friday, February 25, 2005
.Page 8 (View Page PDF)
.- Editorial: Unity - top priority for Rider campuses
.- Life Lessons: A little alcohol causes massive tragedy, by Jamiyl Mosley
.- Political Cartoon
.Page 9 (View Page PDF)
.- Great Ideas: Snow delay experience is far from jolly, by Paul Szaniawski

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Letter to the Editor: Guest policy requires serious change
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Letter to the Editor: This was bat country

.Friday, February 18, 2005
.Page 8 (View Page PDF)
.- Editorial: Students to benefit from fee increase
.- EArtistic Sensibilities: Mediocrity is king in today's art world, by Madeleine Johnson
.- Political Cartoon
.Page 9 (View Page PDF)
.- Ziegler Speaks: Roof leaks rain on Rider's 'pod' parade, by Cahtleen Ziegler

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World Watcher: New proposal threatens gay marriage yet again, by Charlie Olsen

.Friday, February 11, 2005
.Page 8 (View Page PDF)
.- Editorial: Pricey textbooks for broke students
.- Eye on Rider: Bronc Buffet unfairly policed by SGA, by Mike Caputo
.- Political Cartoon
.Page 9 (View Page PDF)
.- Great Ideas: Daly's employees have got feelings too, by Paul Szaniawski

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Culture Shock: In defense of the cinema, by Vincent Civitillo

.Friday, February 4, 2005
.Page 8 (View Page PDF)
.- Editorial: Iraq election ignites religious divisions
.- Letter to the Editor: Longing for Rider at Aquinas College
.- Political Cartoon
.Page 9 (View Page PDF)
.- The Issues Explained: No Child Left Behind gets failing mark, by Nicholas Ballasy
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A Student's View: Club sports attract student athletes, by Ari Bluestein
.- This Week in History

.Fall 04 | Top

.Friday, December 10, 2004
.Page 8 (View Page PDF)
.- Editorial: Who's to blame for payment problems?
.- Lacey Logic: Keep on playing little drummer boy, by Lacey Korevec
.- Political Cartoon
.Page 9 (View Page PDF)
.- Lending A Hand: Family, an important holiday tradition, by Melissa Borotto

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The Optimistic Pessimist: Trying times await Americans in new year, by David Maccar
.- Looking to the Future: Tourists on the moon, by Vincent Civitillo

.Friday, December 3, 2004
.Page 8 (View Page PDF)
.- Editorial: Library books that can read you
.- A Student's View: Players, fans responsible for NBA brawl, by Ari Bluestein
.- Political Cartoon
.Page 9 (View Page PDF)
.- Campus Forum: Duck incident only a joke...this time, by Paul Szaniawski

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Letter to the Editor: Men affected by body image too
.- Letter to the Editor: Go Greek and get a life

.Friday, November 19, 2004
.Page 8 (View Page PDF)
.- Editorial: RIAA strikes Rider's campuses
.- The Issues Explained: Reflections about the 'War on Terror,' by Nicholas Ballasy
.- Political Cartoon
.Page 9 (View Page PDF)
.- Construction may be ugly, but workers are making a valiant effort, by Ari Bluestein

.- Campus Forum: OIT's services deserve to be respected, by Paul Szaniawski

.- The Freshmen Voice: Campus classrooms need clocks, by Kim Fleming

.Friday, November 12, 2004
.Page 8 (View Page PDF)
.- Editorial: Deja vu strikes with new car thefts
.- The Issues Explained: Reports challenge democratic process, by Nicholas Ballasy
.- Political Cartoon
.Page 9 (View Page PDF)
.- The Analyst: Results of Presidential election show America voted for constancy, by Christian Duncan

.- Letter to the Editor: Rider News editorial spurns diversity

.Friday, November 5, 2004
.Page 8 (View Page PDF)
.- Editorial: Change must wait four more years
.- Letter to the Editor: Reflections of a registered voter
.- Political Cartoon
.Page 9 (View Page PDF)
.- The Face-Off: Which has better food: Daly's or the Cranberry Cafe? by William Greenwood & Mike Caputo

.Friday, October 29, 2004
.Page 9 (View Page PDF)
.- Editorial: We got the power
.- The Issues Explained: Electoral College should be outlawed, by Nicholas Ballasy
.- Political Cartoon
.Page 10 (View Page PDF)
.- Lacey Logic: America - A textobook example of repeating history, by Lacey Korevec
.- First Impressions: Politics are a farce, by Jenny Stanwix

.- This Week in History & Quote of the Week

.Friday, October 22, 2004
.Page 12 (View Page PDF)
.- Editorial: Cameras threaten students' privacy
.- The Educated Voter: Citizens control Surpreme Court's fate, by Lauren Varga
.- Political Cartoon
.Page 13 (View Page PDF)
.- Lending A Hand: Voting indecision, no excuse, by Melissa Borotto
.- Letter to the Editor: Poor sportsmanship mars charity flag football tournament

.- This Week in History

.Friday, October 15, 2004
.Page 6 (View Page PDF)
.- Editorial: Flip-flops aren't just shoes anymore
.- Letter to the Editor: Should nice guys finish last in election?
.- Advertisements

.Friday, October 8, 2004
.Page 8 (View Page PDF)
.- Editorial: A mugshot with your doctorate?
.- Eye on Rider: Internet outages test student patience, by Candice Grieco
.- Political Cartoon & Quote of the Week
.Page 9 (View Page PDF)
.- Ziegler Speaks: New website neglects current students, by Cathleen Ziegler
.- Campus Criticism: Convenience is the missing link in computer labs, by Charlie Olsen

.- First Impressions: Soap problems plague students, by Jenny Stanwix

.Friday, October 1, 2004
.Page 8 (View Page PDF)
.- Editorial: Election? What election?
.- The Issues Explained: Possible draft will not discriminate, by Nicholas Ballasy
.- Political Cartoon & This Week in History
.Page 9 (View Page PDF)
.- Conservative Corner: World of journalism rocked by fake memos, by Robby Moiseev
.- The Political Forum: Women's liberties in danger, by Vincent Civitillo

.Friday, September 24, 2004
.Page 8 (View Page PDF)
.- Editorial: Champions for change
.- Lending a Hand: Don't be rude on your cell phone, by Melissa Borotto
.- Political Cartoon & Quote of the Week
.Page 9 (View Page PDF)
.- The Face-Off: Upperclassman and freshman debate Rider's parking policy, by A. Bluestein & P. Szaniawski
.- The Enthusiast: New 'pods' provide a great place to live, by Cathleen Ziegler

.Spring 04 | Top

.Summer 2004 (Orientation Edition)
.Page 3 (View Page PDF) (FEATURES / OPINION / ENTERTAINMENT)
.- Fall movies breeze into theaters, by Vincent Civitillo
.- Political cartoon
.- Eat it up off campus
.- Ohhh... the places students can go

.Friday, April 23, 2004
.Page 8 (View Page PDF)
.- Editorial: 2003-2004 remembered

.- A Student's View: Barry Bonds deserves more praise, by Ari Bluestein
.- This Week In History & Quote of the Week
.Page 9 (View Page PDF)
.- Tales From Africa: How to adapt to the culture of Ghana, by Brooke Olster
.- From the Counseling Center: Emotionally completing college, by Gina Conroy
.- Letter to the Editor: Littering on campus is unacceptable
.- Political Cartoon

.Friday, April 16, 2004
.Page 8 (View Page PDF)
.- Editorial: Drainage needs work

.- From the Counseling Center: How to find time for yourself, by Rosalind Mercado-Yaeger
.- Political Cartoon & Quote of the Week
.Page 9 (View Page PDF)
.- A Citizen's Voice: Don't take the constitution lightly, by Laura Sass
.- People Are Idiots: A.J. Soprano at Rider, by Jared Vichko

.Friday, April 9, 2004
.Page 8 (View Page PDF)
.- Editorial: WebAdvisor update fails

.- Tales From Africa: Poverty can't dampen spirits, by Brooke Olster
.- Political Cartoon
.Page 9 (View Page PDF)
.- A "Fresh"man's Perspective: Voting has many benefits, by Lauren Varga
.- A Student's View: Good food isn't priceless, by Ari Bluestein

.Friday, April 2, 2004
.Page 8 (View Page PDF)
.- Editorial: Rider on the Right Track

.- From the Counseling Center: Tips to improve self-esteem, by Heather McGinty
.- Political Cartoon
.Page 9 (View Page PDF)
.- Letter to the Editor: New Jersey leads fight for gay rights
.- Quote of the Week, This Week in History, Q&A

.Friday, March 26, 2004 - (View April Fools' website mainpage)
.Page 8 (View Page PDF)
.- Editorial: Don't mess with Texas or Rider's campus
.- Political Cartoon & Extended Masthead

.Page 9 (View Page PDF)
.- Sex Column: Sex delivers a good time, by Carrie Bradshaw
.- Vinnie vs. The World: President Rosencrantz is a hoser, by Vinnie Corleone 
.- Lacey Logic: Freshman are neither cool nor funny, by Lacey Underpants

.Friday, March 12, 2004
.Page 8 (View Page PDF)
.- Editorial: Security succeeds

.- Fanatic: The road to WrestleMania, by Vincent Civitillo
.- Political Cartoon
.Page 9 (View Page PDF)
.- From the Counseling Center: College students at risk of depression, by Mark Fisher
.- Letter to the Editor: Ring of Honor offers pure wrestling 
.- Letter to the Editor: Cartoon offends many

.Friday, March 5, 2004
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Page 8 (View Page PDF)
.- Editorial: Master plan causes doubt
.- A Citizen's Voice: In defense of America, by Laura Sass
.- Political Cartoon
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Page 9 (View Page PDF)
.- The Feminist Voice: March to defend women's rights, by Gina-Louise Monari
.- Letter to the Editor: Rider swimming and diving teams have no determination shortage
.- Quote of the Week, This Week in History, Political Cartoon & Jumps

.Friday, February 27, 2004
.Page 8 (View Page PDF)
.- Editorial: More patrols required to stop recent thefts

.- A Student's View: Got soap? Not in Rider's dorms, by Ari Bluestein
.- Political Cartoon
.Page 9 (View Page PDF)
.- Living With Passion: Ambition's bad side, by Alexandra Alazio
.- Punisher Speaks Out: Frat parties keep students on campus, by Andrew Silver
.- Letter to the Editor: Field hockey team supports coaches
.- Quote of the Week & This Week in History

.Friday, February 20, 2004
.Page 8 (View Page PDF)
.- Editorial: Drug issues strike Rider

.- Tales from Africa: A letter from Ghana, by Brooke Olster
.- This Week in History
.Page 9 (View Page PDF)
.- Letter to the Editor: Democrats responsible for lack of black advancement
.- Letter to the Editor: Rider's shortcomings
.- Letter to the Editor: Rider's swim teams deserve coverage
.- Political Cartoon and Jumps

.Friday, February 13, 2004
.Page 8 (View Page PDF)
.- Editorial:
Military draft looms
.- Student's View:
Keep it in the Zoo, by Ari Bluestein
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From the Counseling Center: What is Love, by Mary Nicoletti
.Page 9 (View Page PDF)
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A Citizen's Voice: Legalize same-sex marriage, by Laura Sass
.- Letter to the Editor:
Alumni still in the spirit
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Political Cartoon & Jumps

.Friday, February 6, 2004
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Page 8 (View Page PDF)
.- Editorial: 'Think' big
.- Student's View: Open gym shuts out students, by Ari Bluestein
.- Political Cartoon & Quote of the Week
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Page 9 (View Page PDF)
.- Lacey Logic: Pop stars ruin Superbowl Halftime Show, by Lacey Korevec
.- Letter to the Editor: Attendance at Sovereign Bank Arena disappoints
.- Living With Passion: Change yourself, change the world, by Alexandra Alazio
.- Lending A Hand: Don't label strong women, by Melissa Borotto

.Fall 03 | Top

.Friday, December 5, 2003
.Page 8 (View Page PDF)
.- Editorial: The right to privacy

.- Lacey Logic: The many benefits of Christmas, by Lacey Korevec
.- Political Cartoon & Quote of the Week
.Page 9 (View Page PDF)
.- A Citizen's Voice: The better side of Bush, by Laura Sass
.- Letter to the Editor: An unfair review
.- Letter to the Editor: An alumni attack
.- Living With Passion: Big business knows best, by Alexandra Alazio

.Friday, November 21, 2003
.Page 8 (View Page PDF)
.- Editorial: Era of change for Rider

.- Lending A Hand: The truth about homelessness
.- Political Cartoon & Quote of the Week
.Page 9 (View Page PDF)
.- From the Counseling Center: Addicted to the Internet? by Charles Link
.- Times Are Changing: Weight report cards, by Sara Scotto
.- This Week In History and Jumps

.Friday, November 14, 2003
.Page 8 (View Page PDF)
.- Editorial: New policies change little

.- A Citizen's Voice: Primary figures, by Laura Sass
.- Political Cartoon & Quote of the Week
.Page 9 (View Page PDF)
.- Words from the Wise: Raising the volume on radio negligence, by Bill Greenwood
.- Letter to the Editor: Another view on vandalism
.- Letter to the Editor: A series of unfortunate events
.- This Week In History

.Friday, November 7, 2003
.Page 8 (View Page PDF)
.- Editorial: Vandalism epidemic

.- By the Editorial Board: Results of Halloween horror
.- Political Cartoon & Quote of the Week
.Page 9 (View Page PDF)
.- Words from the Wise: Alcohol abuse kills, by Bill Greenwood
.- Lending a Hand: Take a breath, by Melissa Borotto
.- Letter to the Editor: A few left behind
.- This Week In History

.Friday, October 31, 2003
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Page 8 (View Page PDF)
.- Editorial: Depths of discrimination
.- Double Trouble: Marker bandits invade, by Lynn Brown & Sara Scotto
.- Political Cartoon & Quote of the Week
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Page 9 (View Page PDF)
.- Living With Passion: Seize the day, by Alexandra Alazio
.- Letter to the Editor: Don't blame Security
.- Letter to the Editor: We're still safe
.- Letter to the Editor: Pledge problems

.Friday, October 24, 2003
.Page 8 (View Page PDF)
.- Editorial: Shooting raises questions

.- Counseling Center: A gift for being kind, by Kola Ijaola
.- Political Cartoon & Quote of the Week
.Page 9 (View Page PDF)
.- Life's Lessons: Beep beep! by Vincent Civitillo
.- Letter to the Editor: How safe are we?
.- Letter to the Editor: An explanation of Homecoming

.Friday, October 17, 2003
.Page 8 (View Page PDF)
.- Editorial: Homecoming

.- Brush Your Hair: Maintaining Harmony, by Alexandra Alazio
.- Political Cartoon & Quote of the Week
.Page 9 (View Page PDF)
.- Taking Time Out: It's worth the struggle, by Mary Lynch
.- Taking A Look: 'Under God,' by Sarah Horbal
.- Lacey Logic: Stay Aware, by Lacey Korevec
.- Letter to the Editor: The forgotten

.Friday, October 10, 2003
.Page 8 (View Page PDF)
.- Editorial: An honor code for Rider

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Studies show schools that have honor codes have many fewer instances 
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of cheating as well as many fewer instances of violence on campus. This, among 
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other things, is one of the reasons Rider is considering establishing its own 
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honor code. Having an honor code is a great idea in theory, but getting the 
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students to take it seriously is a huge task. (Read More)
.- Lending A Hand: Unnoticed heroes, by Melissa Borotto
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In the fast paced world of honking horns, the humming of computers, rings 
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of cell phones, Palm Pilots, dates and waits, the thank yous still survive. (Read More)
.- Political Cartoon & Quote of the Week
.Page 9 (View Page PDF)
.- A Citizen's Voice: Born on the Fourth of July, by Laura Sass
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Soon after the lights of the fireworks have faded from the sky, my family sits 
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outside around the table decorated in red, white and blue and indulges in our 
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favorite Fourth of July activity. (Read More)
.- The Political Frenzy: Schwarzenegger as governor? by Jessica Bowker
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Arnold Schwarzenegger. Just the name looks intimidating. It’s a wonder 
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how he went from bodybuilding to acting without having to change his name. 
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Now that he’s trying to get into politics, how is his name going to stack up 
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to the competition? (Read More)
.- Jumps

.Friday, October 3, 2003
.Page 8 (View Page PDF)
.- Editorial: Academic dishonesty
.- Brush Your Hair: Advice from mom, by Alexandra Alazio
.- Political Cartoon & Quote of the Week

.Page 9 (View Page PDF)
.- From the Counseling Center: Drinking, by Kola Ijaola & Corinne Yananton
.- Taking Time Out: Appreciate the little things, by Mary Lynch
.- Letter to the Editor: Parking woes.

Friday, September 26, 2003
.Page 8 (View Page PDF)
.- Editorial: Some mixed reviews
.- The Upcoming Election: It pays to stay informed, by Jessica Bowker
.- Political Cartoon & Quote of the Week

.Page 9 (View Page PDF)
.- Dating Tips: How to impress your favorite person, by Lisa D'Amico
.- Learning From Childhood: Nothing as it seems, by Mary Lynch
.- Life's Lessons: Gone too soon, by Vincent Civitillo

.Friday, September 19, 2003
.Page 8 (View Page PDF)
.- Editorial: A new beginning for Rider
.- Lending A Hand: Random acts of meanness, by Melissa Borotto
.- Political Cartoon & Quote of the Week

.Page 9 (View Page PDF)
.- The Overbooking Frenzy: Bunked away in lounges?, by Candice Grieco
.- Letter to the Editor: A thank you from the Penn family
.- Letter to the Editor: In defense of university funding

.Spring 03 | Top

.Summer 2003 (Orientation Edition)
.Page 3 (FEATURES / OPINION / ENTERTAINMENT)
.- Editorial: Reflections on a difficult and tumultuous year
.- Fall movies breeze into theaters, by Vincent Civitillo
.- Eat it up off campus
.- Ohhh... the places students can go

.April 25, 2003
.Page 10
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- Editorial: Reflections on the year
.- Some People are Idiots: Walking and driving etiquette, by Jared Vichko
.- Political Cartoon & Quote of the Week
.Page 11
.- Letter to the Editor: A theater student's response to The Children of Fatima
.- Mind and Body: The power of listening, by Keith Milligan
.- Letter to the Editor: Community should make noise about Children of Fatima
.- Letter to the Editor: Children of Fatima requires a sense of humor
.Page 12
.- Letter to the Editor: A misuse of University funding
.- Teeny, Tiny Freshman: Learning the lessons of life, by Nancy Wilensky
.- Letter to the Editor: My week at Rider

.April 18, 2003
.Page 8
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- Editorial: Spring cleaning
.- Mind and Body: Let the dogs do the healing, by Keith Milligan
.- Political Cartoon & Quote of the Week
.Page 9
.- Letter to the Editor: SGA reaches out to students
.- Letter to the Editor: Technology poor
.- Letter to the Editor: Children of Fatima creates a stir
.- Letter to the Editor: Keeping the First Amendment in mind

.April 11, 2003
.Page 8
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- Editorial: SGA record voter fallout
.- A Citizen's Voice: American appearance, by Laura Sass
.- Political Cartoon & Quote of the Week
.Page 9
.- Political Perspective: Where do we go from here, by Joe Rotkowitz
.- Teeny, Tiny Freshman: In need of optimism, by Nancy Wilensky
.- Jumps

.April 4, 2003
.Page 10
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- Editorial: The war at home
.- Innocence & Understanding: Anti-war is not anti-America, by Lacey Korevec
.- Political Cartoon & Quote of the Week
.Page 11
.- Real Life Superheroes: The value of life, by Vincent Civitillo
.- Faculty Column: What do I know about war? by Dr. Howard Schwartz
.- Letter to the Editor: This isn't a fairy tale
.- Letter to the Editor: Car signs
.- Letter to the Editor: Our pride and joy
.Page 12
.- Letter to the Editor: What I thought war was
.- Jumps

.April 1, 2003 - (View the April Fools' website mainpage)
.Page 8
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- Editorial: S.W.I.N.E. at Rider
.- Blind Children with Power Tools: No pants day, by Nancy Wilensky
.- Quote of the Week
.Page 9
.- The Bats of Barstow: Fear and loathing in face of S.W.I.N.E., by Dave Maccar
.- Letter to the Editor: Damn The Rider News
.- Lizard Tales: Murder by loafer, by Ralph Piccolo
.- Jumps

.March 14, 2003
.Page 8
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- Editorial: Vicious beasts on the prowl at Rider
.- Teeny, tiny freshman: Web destinations, by Nancy Wilensky
.- Political Cartoon & Quote of the Week
.Page 9
.- Eyes Open: Choosing sides of the fence, by John Budgick
.- Letter to the Editor: Baraka's back
.- Letter to the Editor: Rider "Tradition of Excellence" ends at graduation
.- Letter to the Editor: Did he just graduate, or did I just pay for it?

.March 7, 2003
.Page 8
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- Editorial: Why are we here?
.- Eyes Open: Misconceptions and ignorance, by John Budgick
.- Political Cartoon & Quote of the Week
.Page 9
.- Flint: Ignite your desire to style, by Jerold Limongelli
.- Teeny, tiny freshman: Seasonal depression, by Nancy Wilensky
.- Jumps

.February 28, 2003
.Page 8
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- Editorial: Mordechai's here
.- Eyes Open: Apathetic destruction, by John Budgick
.- Political Cartoon & Quote of the Week
.Page 9
.- Ignite Your Style: Spring sensations, by Jerold Limongelli
.- Real Life Superheroes: The hero within, by Vincent Civitillo
.- Jumps & Political Cartoon

.February 21, 2003
.Page 8
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- Editorial: Peaceful protest?
.- Letter to the Editor: Dispelling double standards
.- Political Cartoon & Quote of the Week
.Page 9
.- The World Upside-Down: The 'gift' of death, by Nancy Wilensky
.- Innuendos: Friends and lovers, by Tim Green
.- Letter to the Editor: A response to Fielder
.- Letter to the Editor: ARAMARK apology

.February 14, 2003
.Page 11
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- Editorial: Sexual chocolate
.- Teeny Tiny Freshman: V-day confusion, by Nancy Wilensky
.- Political Cartoon & Quote of the Week
.Page 12
.- Relationships, A Woman's Perspective: The cheat, by Sarah Martin
.- Letter to the Editor: A reply to Irfan Khawaja
.- Letter to the Editor: Rider students: smarter than they think
.- Jumps
.Page 13
.- Letter to the Editor: Alumnus angered by Baraka
.- Real Life Superheroes: Sky-bound, by Vincent Civitillo
.- Letter to the Editor: Vagina woes
.- Letter to the Editor: The myth of BHP

.February 7, 2003
.Page 8
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- Editorial: Incoming!
.- A Citizen's Voice: The right path?, by Laura Sass
.- Political Cartoon
.Page 9
.- Political Perspective: Wrong time, wrong war, by Joe Rotkowitz
.- Letter to the Editor: Baraka, the aftermath
.- Letter to the Editor: A word from TCNJ on Baraka
.- Jumps 

.Fall 02 | Top

.December 6, 2002
.Page 11
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- Editorial: Spray me cuff me
.- Innuendos: The hook-up hangover, by Tim Green
.- Political Cartoon
.Page 12
.- Christmas Miracles?: Christmas overshadowed, by Lacey Korevec
.- Faculty Column: Baraka's not the only one, by Dr. Frank Louis Rusciano
.- Letter to the Editor: Baraka controversy 'till the end
.- Letter to the Editor: The power of hateful words 
.Page 13
.- Letter to the Editor: Faculty views called into question
.- A Citizen's Voice: The smokescreen of war, by Laura Sass

.November 22, 2002
.Page 8
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- Editorial: Rumors everywhere
.- Innuendos: Dating's caste system part II, by Tim Green
.- Political Cartoon
.Page 9
.- Real Life Superheroes: World without a Superman, by Vincent Civitillo
.- Staff Column: Refuting Criticism, by Blair C. Saxman
.- Letter to the Editor: Hypocrisy running rampant
.- Letter to the Editor: Answering criticism 

.November 15, 2002
.Page 8
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- Editorial: The Lost and the Lonely
.- The Joy of Love: The wicked, wicked past, by Steven Lovejoy
.- Political Cartoon
.Page 9
.- Faculty Column: Does Anyone want Baraka?, by Dr. Howard Schwartz
.- Political Perspective: Black Panthers, unfair portrayal, by Joe Rotkowitz
.- Letter to the Editor: Somebody Does want Baraka
.- Teeny Tiny Freshman: Enter Sandman, by Nancy Wilensky
.- The Unknown News: Valedictorian taxidermist, by Michael D. Lovullo

.November 8, 2002
.Page 8
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- Editorial: You have ID?
.- Innuendos: Dating's caste system part I, by Tim Green
.- Political Cartoon
.Page 9
.- Political Perspective: The forgotten war, by Joe Rotkowitz
.- Letter to the Editor: Baraka; intellectual terrorist
.- Letter to the Editor: No love for Lovejoy
.- R U from the Left: Should we go to war?, by Bill Farrington

November 1, 2002
.Page 7
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- Editorial: Don't speak, how free is free speech?
.- The Joy of Love: What is the joy of love?, by Steven Lovejoy
.- Political Cartoon
.Page 8
.- The Way It Is: Procrastination has lost its fun, by Roger Alvarado
.- Environmental Mind: Corruption and global warming, by Jessica L. Martin
.- And the Beat Goes On: Deceit in the dining hall, by Corey Massey
.Page 9
.- Innuendos: Delayed gratification, by Tim Green
.- Letter to the Editor: Student desires neglected
.- Letter to the Editor: Review bowls a strike
.- Letter to the Editor: RA column dismaying and saddening
.- Letter to the Editor: RAC responds to criticism

.October 25, 2002
.Pages 8-9
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- Editorial: One bourbon...
.- The Way It Is: Punch and Judy relationships, by Roger Alvarado
.- Not What I Expected: The hidden truth behind being an RA, by Brooke Olster
.- Political Perspective: Bloody unrest in Ireland, by Joe Rotkowitz
.- Letter to the Editor: Sports column didn't fumble afterall
.- Political Cartoon

.October 18, 2002
.Pages 8-9
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Editorial: In the crosshairs
.- Innuendos: The pretender, by Tim Green
.- Unknown News: Goth chick depressed, by Michael D. Lovullo
.- World Musings: Free speech hypocrisy, by Kate Rose
.- Letter to the Editor: Sports column dropped the ball
.- Political Cartoon

.October 11, 2002
.Pages 8-9
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- Editorial: Student financial woes
.- Innuendos: Is it just a game?, by Tim Green
.- A Citizen's Voice: Irate about Iraq, by Laura Sass
.- Political Perspective: Absolutely nothing good about war, by Joe Rotkowitz
.- Letter to the Editor: Parking fines outrages
.- Letter to the Editor: Soccer team misrepresented
.- Political Cartoon

.October 4, 2002
.Pages 8 - 9
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- Editorial: Woeful misinformation
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- Letter to the Editor: Student feedback unappreciated
.- Political Cartoon
.- The Way It Is: Commuter plight, by Roger Alvarado
.- Political Perspective: Survival of the richest, by Joe Rotkowitz
.- Unknown News: Garage band breaking - the barriers, by Michael D. Lovullo

.September 27, 2002
.Pages 8 - 9
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- Editorial: Daly's in sheep's clothing
.- Innuendos: College is 'me' time, by Tim Green
.- Political Cartoon
.- Growing Pains: As bad as it gets, by Nancy Wilensky
.- Faculty Column: Tips from Turner, by Dr. Frederick Turner
.- The Way It Is: Slacking off and copping out, by Roger Alvarado

.September 20, 2002
.Pages 8 - 9
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- Editorial: Year of fear
.- Unknown News: Buttshake hypnotizes man, by Michael D. Lovullo
.- Political Cartoon
.- Growing Pains: Teeny, tiny freshman, by Nancy Wilensky
.- Innuendos: Freshman fashion, by Tim Green
.- The Way It Is: Classroom etiquette 101, by Roger Alvarado
.- Letter to the Editor: Bush doctrine betrayal

.Spring 02 | Top

.April 1, 2002 (April Fools' Edition)
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Editorial: Spring flings
.- A Citizen's Voice: A Foolish Plea, by Laura Sass
.- Things Never Heard at Rider
.- Letter to the Editor: The News reporters suck!
.- Letter to the Editor: Thanks to clubs for moral guidance to students
.- Letter to the Editor: Please feed me!
.- April Fools' Pranks
.- This Week in HIStory

.March 15, 2002
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Editorial: Exodus 3:30
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A Citizen's Voice: America the beautiful, by Laura Sass
.- Just Illumination: Smoking stigma, by Dave Maccar
.- Rantics: It's been a slow week, by Dana Mueller
.- Unknown News: Solitaire ending not 'doing it' for student, by Michael D. Lovullo
.- Unknown News: Area wise guy devises scheme to dupe doofus, by Michael D. Lovullo
.- Letter to the Editor: Environmental ethics, or lack thereof
.- This Week in History

.March 8, 2002
.- Editorial: A wasteful conscience
.- A Citizen's Voice: Government secrets, by Laura Sass
.- Rantics: Getting behind the 't-issue,' by Dana Mueller
.- Unknown News: Area man baffled by psychic reading, by Michael D. Lovullo
.- Unknown News: Milli Vanilli disappointment, by Michael D. Lovullo
.- Letter to the Editor: 'Rider News' improvements
.- Letter to the Editor: SSN - A private affair
.- Letter to the Editor: Rider fans, thank you for the support
.- This Week in History

.March 1, 2002
.- Editorial: A breach in security
.- A Citizen's Voice: Dangerous lies, by Laura Sass
.- Just Illumination: After the heat dies down, by Dave Maccar
.- Innuendos: It's all about the attitude, by Tim Green
.- Rantics: Not a girl, not yet an actress, by Dana Mueller
.- Unknown News: School adds ‘Steve Guttenberg’ category to yearbook , by Michael D. Lovullo
.- Unknown News: ‘Bone Thugs’ petition to end loitering laws , by Michael D. Lovullo
.- Letter to the Editor: No problems with Financial Services
.- This Week in History

.February 22, 2002
.- Editorial: Financial aid woes
.- A Citizen's Voice: The forgotten presidents, by Laura Sass
.- Campus Commuter: On the road again, by Brian Peroni
.- Quote of the Week
.- Unknown News: Bachelor renews supply of Binaca, by Michael D. Lovullo
.- Unknown News: Bob Saget named 'Most Annoying,' by Michael D. Lovullo
.- Letter to the Editor: Good players, bad coach
.- This Week in History

.February 15, 2002
.- Editorial: Roe v. Wade
.- A Citizen's Voice: The Red Cross bleeding, by Laura Sass
.- Unknown News: Moore declares movie role: 'Highly relatable,' by Michael D. Lovullo
.- Unknown News: Local ‘do-gooder’ shunned by community , by Michael D. Lovullo
.- Letter to the Editor: SEC gives thanks
.- Quote of the Week
.- This Week in History

.February 8, 2002
.- Editorial: Is anyone listening?
.- Sass Speaks Out: Broken promises, by Laura Sass
.- Innuendos: Soul mates, by Tim Green
.- Unknown News: Area man lives life according to 'Matlock,' by Michael D. Lovullo
.- Unknown News: Local stud lowers standards, by Michael D. Lovullo
.- This Week in History

.Fall 01 | Top

.December 7, 2001
.- Editorial: Semester in review
.- Confessions of a Political Junkie: An ode to George Harrison, by Brian Yurcan
.- Innuendos: Accessorize your sex life?, by Tim Green
.- Unknown News: Mall Santa's flammability raises concern, by Michael D. Lovullo
.- Unknown News: Toilet-paper contributes to inevitable let-down for student, by Michael D. Lovullo
.- Sass Speaks Out: Military Tribunals - deliverers of justice or thieves of liberty?, by Laura Sass
.- Letter to the Editor: Gay students outraged by sex column
.- This Week in History

.November 30, 2001
.- Editorial: All the small things
.- Confessions of a Political Junkie: New Jersey and you - perfect together, by Brian Yurcan
.- Innuendos: Nippin' it in the butt, by Tim Green
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Unknown News: Olsen twins' coming of age becomes obsession, by Michael D. Lovullo
.- Anything Goes: Buy for those you love, by Chris Smith
.- In the aftermath: A day in NYC
.- Letter to the Editor: Boomers fleece Generation X
.- Letter to the Editor: OIT asks students to stop music downloads
.- Quote of the Week
.- This Week in History

.November 16, 2001
.- Editorial: Another day in paradise
.- Confessions of a Political Junkie: Whiffleball not just for kids anymore, by Brian Yurcan
.- Life 101: Beyond our reach, by Terrence Wiggins
.- Innuendos: All is fair?, by Tim Green
.- Letter to the Editor: Problems with Security
.- Letter to the Editor: Political Junkie is pointless
.- Letter to the Editor: Americans must learn own country's history
.- The Rider News staff gives thanks
.- Quote of the Week
.- This Week in History

.November 9, 2001
.- Editorial: Incommunicado
.- Life 101: The art of teaching, by Terrence Wiggins
.- Confessions of a Political Junkie: A sweeping manifesto, by Brian Yurcan
.- Letter to the Editor: Yes, Virginia, there is tradition at Rider
.- Letter to the Editor: Men's soccer team's strong defense
.- Quote of the Week
.- This Week in History

.November 2, 2001
.- Editorial: Aspired tradition
.- Life 101: An hour of misery, by Terrence Wiggins
.- Innuendos: Do it like a man, by Tim Green
.- Just Bring It: Love thy school, by Peter D. Barresi
.- Anything Goes: If you don't forward this..., by Chris Smith
.- Letter to the Editor: False fire alarms must fortify administration
.- Letter to the Editor: No one ever dies for nothing in war

.October 26, 2001
.- Editorial: Cheating yourself
.- Innuendos: Nature vs. torture, by Tim Green
.- Confessions of a Political Junkie: Hopefully we don't get fooled again, by Brian Yurcan
.- Life 101: A reality show for the real world, by Terrence Wiggins
.- Letter to the Editor: Poyda residents burned by fire alarms
.- Quote of the Week
.- This Week in History


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