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Back from the fires

By By Ana Breton • November 14, 2007

The Potters were stubborn. The family -- Serena, Franz and their two kids -- wouldn't evacuate their home amid the California wildfires. They didn't leave during an announced voluntary evacuation, or after authorities warned them that the power in the area would eventually go out.

Expert discusses history of Mayanmar protests

By By Constance Yonashiro • November 14, 2007

A picture on the screen shows thousands of red-robed monks marching barefoot in the pouring rain while the government military -- guns and shields in hand -- watches from close by. "The images of this protest have been incredibly moving and incredibly revealing," said Juliane Schober, as she changed the PowerPoint slide show to another photo of the military forcefully breaking up the peaceful protesters in Myanmar.

After graduation: Most Utes stay in Utah

November 14, 2007

After graduation, many students are left with the lingering question, "Where to go from here?" Although there are a number of career opportunities in Utah, not all students want to or can stay in-state. Approximately 60 percent of U graduates stay in-state, and two-thirds of graduates staying in state live along the Wasatch Front, according to the U Alumni Association.

The political vagina monologues

November 14, 2007

Hillary Clinton has a vagina, and much like Mitt Romney's faith, it has mystified and dominated the political sphere of the news as of late. Being a woman and running for president can't be easy. In fact, it must be tricky having to tiptoe the line that separates ignoring one's womanhood -- to the point of becoming an asexual robot -- from exploiting that womanhood for special treatment.

NWC’ actors meet upset students

By By Carlos Mayorga • November 14, 2007

Concerned students met with the actors from the play "N*gger, Wetb*ck, Ch*nk: The Race Show" Tuesday night to discuss the content of the show that caused controversy on campus. More than 20 students crammed into a small classroom in the Union and questioned actors Allan Axibal, Miles Gregley and Rafael Agustin about the show's intent and the potential harmful effects it could have for racial minorities on the campus.

Utah Notebook: Down to the wire

By By Cody Brunner • November 14, 2007

Best friend or mortal enemy? With the Mountain West Conference football season nearing its end, BYU stands head and shoulders above the competition in the race for the title at 5-0. Air Force sits in second place at 5-2, followed closely by New Mexico and Utah, both at 4-2.

After graduation: Fewer students working in degree-related fields

By By Carlos Mayorga • November 14, 2007

Since the 1950s, the proportion of college graduates in professional jobs has declined, according to a report by the U.S. Department of Education. As a result, more graduates are working in service-related industries such as retail, administrative support and blue-collar work.

U students participate in Insomnia Festival

By By Jonathan Ng • November 14, 2007

U students had 24 hours to create a three-minute film during the second annual Insomnia Film Festival hosted by Apple, Inc., and had no idea what they were filming. Until the minute the competition started, the list of film elements they were allowed to use, from props to dialogue, was kept secret.

Letter: Veterans serve proudly, not blindly

November 14, 2007

Editor: Today, as I was walking through the first floor of the Marriott Library, I saw something that caught my eye: a simple poster announcing that on Veterans Day, the Marriott Library remembers veterans. I proudly served this great country for three years in the United States Army.

Jazz struggles to stay out of “cruise control”

By By Jason Peterson • November 14, 2007

All the great championship teams in the NBA have the killer instinct. It is what often draws the line between being a good team and the next level up -- a true contender. Last year, San Antonio had it, despite several fierce attempts by the Phoenix Suns, the Utah Jazz and the Cleveland Cavs in the playoffs.