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Numbers show signs of students’ struggle into work force

Eighteen months ago, Roselle Zigler, a 2008 USF graduate, stood inside a young professionals’ networking event. But her nametag did not read Roselle, it read ‘needs a job.’

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Releases worth a bookmark

With summer reading lists behind students and time spent waiting on campus ahead, September

is an optimal time to review fall’s literary releases.

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Jeremiah Warren

Matchup: Experienced lines collide

USF offensive coordinator Todd Fitch can find comfort in his experienced offensive line — one that could be ideal for going into a hostile environment and neutralizing a talented defensive front.

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Court correct to toss Amendment 7

Last week, the Florida Supreme Court rightfully struck down Amendment 7, which would have affected redistricting and been on the ballot this November.

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NATO asks for more troops in Afghanistan

KABUL — The top U.S. and NATO commander in Afghanistan is asking for 2,000 more soldiers to join the 140,000-strong international force here, NATO officials said Monday. It was unclear how many would be Americans.

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September 8, 2010



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NATO asks for more troops in Afghanistan

KABUL — The top U.S. and NATO commander in Afghanistan is asking for 2,000 more soldiers to join the 140,000-strong international force here, NATO officials said Monday. It was unclear how many would be Americans.

Montana plane crash revives ‘lap child’ debate

HELENA — Federal transportation safety officials are using the deadly crash of an overloaded plane in Montana to revive a long-standing debate about whether small children should be allowed to travel on the laps of adults.

Snorkeler recovering from accident

BOCA RATON — A snorkeler is recovering from injuries sustained in a hit-and-run boating accident in the waters off of South Inlet Park in Boca Raton.

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Numbers show signs of students’ struggle into work force

Eighteen months ago, Roselle Zigler, a 2008 USF graduate, stood inside a young professionals’ networking event. But her nametag did not read Roselle, it read ‘needs a job.’

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Pests shut down SAFE Team

When students called for student escorts Tuesday night, many received a recording on the other end of the line saying, “Thank you for calling SAFE Team. We are currently not operating.”

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New ‘arm’ aims for a hole-in-one

Prosthetic arms are typically designed to allow people to tend to their basic daily routines, rarely for any other recreational pursuits. However, USF researchers hope to broaden their options, starting with golfing.

False alarm fixed

USF students experienced some confusion Tuesday afternoon when one of the campus-wide Emergency Notification System speakers  malfunctioned.

Sports

Jeremiah Warren

Matchup: Experienced lines collide

USF offensive coordinator Todd Fitch can find comfort in his experienced offensive line — one that could be ideal for going into a hostile environment and neutralizing a talented defensive front.

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Holtz’s friendship with Florida’s Meyer strong

When Skip Holtz left his post as Colorado State receivers coach in 1989 for Notre Dame, he met his replacement, Urban Meyer.

Montage

Releases worth a bookmark

With summer reading lists behind students and time spent waiting on campus ahead, September

is an optimal time to review fall’s literary releases.

Opinion

Court correct to toss Amendment 7

Last week, the Florida Supreme Court rightfully struck down Amendment 7, which would have affected redistricting and been on the ballot this November.

Students’ safety tied to personal responsibility

Last month, a civil jury ruled that Kimberly Delancey of New Port Richey was more than 50 percent responsible for her own death at the hands of a neighbor she hardly knew but invited into her home for drinks the night of her death.