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Much ado about Shakespeare

By Desiree Shoe | April 25

After four centuries and with a legacy that still endures, what more could a writer want for his birthday? English professors and students offered spirited recitations and five performances Monday to honor William Shakespeare's 442nd, which was Sunday. About 30 people attended the first UNC birthday bash for the literary giant, held in the Toy Lounge in Dey Hall. "It's a nice opportunity to get to spend a little bit of time with the English faculty and get involved with a little bit of geekiness," said Traci White, a junior photojournalism major.

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Traditions cause dating obstacles

By Desiree Shoe | April 13

With the advent of spring, love is in the air. Amid a bower of colorful flowers and an enthusiastic wedding party, a Buddhist Sri Lankan bride and a Hindu South Indian groom tied the knot in Sangam's annual mock wedding Wednesday in the Pit. Part of South Asian Awareness Week, the wedding featured traditions from both religions, including exchanges of flower garlands and fruit, as well as Buddhist and Hindu chants. In reality, getting to the marrying stage is more of a challenge.

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Osceola finds national name

By Desiree Shoe | February 21

Osceola Recording Studios might be hidden away in a nondescript building in downtown Raleigh, but its reputation is growing in music circles across the nation. The studio has made a name for itself producing music for big names such as Cash Money Records, Little Brother and Mystikal. "We do more hip hop than any other studio in the Triangle," producer and engineer Dick Hodgin says. "If people need recording services, more than likely they come to us." Osceola has three recording studios full of complex sound equipment, though the third studio is being remodeled.

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STD testing marketed to college communities

By Desiree Shoe | January 26

The letters "STD," so short and simple, are often accompanied by a wave of fear. And for good reason, because today's youth, particularly college-age men and women, increasingly are at risk of becoming infected. In light of current statistics, more men and women are choosing to get tested. According to a national study released by the School of Journalism and Mass Communication in 2004, one of every two sexually active youth will acquire an STD by age 25. The study adds that almost half of all new STD cases occur among youth ages 15 to 24.

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Waxing decibels harm ears

By Desiree Shoe | January 19

Developers of the Apple iPod are hoping that consumers turn a deaf ear to recent criticism of the best-selling product. A recent Reuters article warns that iPod earbuds, which are placed directly in the ear, pose a threat to long-term hearing. While some audiologists maintain that the device's distinctive earbuds contribute to hearing damage, what concerns most is the high sound level portable music players can reach. "It's not the earbud use that's a problem; it's the absolute volume of the sound that's delivered to the ear," says Martha Mundy, a professor of audiology at UNC.

Desiree Shoe

Much ado about Shakespeare

Traditions cause dating obstacles

Osceola finds national name

STD testing marketed to college communities

Waxing decibels harm ears

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