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New Nike contract includes explicit human rights clause

By Martin Olivier | October 29, 2001

Bearing human rights in mind, the University signed a new contract this summer with Nike to outfit its football, women's basketball and women's soccer teams. The contract includes the most explicit language ever in a University apparel contract regarding the rights of the workers who manufacture clothing with the University logo, said Ross Kane, president of the University chapter of United Students Against Sweatshops.

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Outkast cancels weekend concert at last minute

By Nick Chapin | October 29, 2001

University Programs Council's concert in University Hall was postponed indefinitely after headliners Outkast canceled the event last night. The hip-hop duo informed PK German Chairman Jbeau Lewis by phone Friday that they were unable to make the concert.

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Attacks prompt fear about holiday sales

By Jane Ngo | October 29, 2001

Trick or treat, trick or treat, give me something good to eat. If you don't, I don't care, I'll pull out an anthrax scare...? This year, post-terrorist sentiment is gripping one of America's most commercially successful holidays.

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Anthrax treatment centers open in Virginia

By Kevin Hechtkopf | October 29, 2001

Because of concern about Virginia postal workers being exposed to anthrax, Gov. James S. Gilmore III announced Friday the creation of three regional treatment centers in Northern Virginia to distribute antibiotics. Treatment centers opened at the Fairfax County Government Center, Prince William County Health Department and Loudon County Health Department.

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Sabato wins Thomas Jefferson award

By Daniel Ingersoll | October 29, 2001

Larry J. Sabato, director of the Center for Governmental Studies and one of the University's most well known professors, received one of the school's highest honors, the Thomas Jefferson Award, on Friday at Fall Convocation.

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Local candidates lock horns in tight race

By David Glynn | October 26, 2001

With under two weeks until the Virginia House of Delegates election, Democrat Charles Martin and Republican Rob Bell are involved in one of the closest house races in Virginia. Both men are vying for the open delegate seat in the 58th district, and there is no clear indication that either has the advantage. According to Government and Foreign Affairs Professor Larry J.

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Election to fill empty Council positions

By Deirdre Erin Murphy | October 26, 2001

Every fall Student Council holds elections to fill empty positions left from last term. This year, six candidates are running for the three available positions on Council. "Council apportions seats according to spring enrollment figures and in the fall we need to even out the representative body so that we have a full 28 member body," Council President Abby Fifer said. The polls will open online Oct.

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City municipal bonds receive AAA rating

By Oliver Longwell | October 26, 2001

Though municipal bonds typically don't stir up much enthusiasm, Charlottesville's financial managers, and its taxpayers, have a good reason to be excited about the city's bond rating. Both Standard and Poor's and Moody's Investor's Service gave the city's municipal bonds a AAA rating, their highest values.

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Panel debates marijuana reforms

By Kadie Bye | October 25, 2001

Gary Reams, the Libertarian candidate for lieutenant governor, outlined his views about the negative effects of marijuana prohibition and advocated reform for the U.S.

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Council seeks late-night parking validation

By Deirdre Erin Murphy | October 25, 2001

With their push to keep Clemons Library open 24 hours now fully accomplished, Student Council is aiming to gain free student parking at the bookstore parking garage after hours. "Parking validation is on track to happen at this point," said William Sowers, Council parking and transportation committee chairman.

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Doctors fight back, tackle uncommon cancer

By Juliana Chan | October 25, 2001

She was known for her style and grace, and admired for her humor. As a state senator, Emily Couric fought tirelessly for the University's causes and for common citizens' needs. But as a patient with pancreatic cancer, Couric also fought an uphill battle with life.

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Casteen discusses state income

By Justin Bernick | October 24, 2001

University President John T. Casteen III addressed the Faculty Senate yesterday regarding the impact of state revenue shortfalls on the University. With the current economic slump exacerbated by the Sept.

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