Big boost: Bill would deter illicit contributions
Boosters who interfere with university athletics by offering expensive gifts to potential recruits soon could be held liable for their actions if a bill currently in the state House of Representatives passes. This bill would impose a minimum penalty of $10,000 for boosters and agents who interfere with the recruiting process. It would also enable state universities to file lawsuits against these boosters, which could force them to give testimony about their interactions with athletes.
Passing the buck: Affirmative action is unaffected by court's action
On Monday, the U.S. Supreme Court refused to hear an affirmative action case brought by Dade County, Fla. While this action did not significantly affect the state of affirmative action in the United States, the high court missed an opportunity to solidify the policy type's constitutionality.
As we grow older, sibling rivalries turn to bonds that tie us to the past
MINNEAPOLIS - Her little brother was bothering her. And when you're 10 - and a half, really - and your little brother is two - almost three, really - a little bit of bother goes a long way. Even though you love him and he's fun to play with - some of the time, really - that doesn't mean he's supposed to be rooting through your closet and running around your room when you're trying to be a grown-up.
Viewpoint: Acts of hatred cannot be tolerated
In the week before spring break, we had yet another reminder that the University community has its share of the intolerance, prejudice and bigotry that is still too often seen in society. The door to the room of two African American women living in a Hill-area residence hall was defaced with racially and sexually derogatory epithets and offensive symbols.
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