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April 2009 Archives

Wistful drinking

OpinionApril 10, 2009
Super Senior, What are the important dates coming up in spring quarter? Workin For The Weekend Ah yes, spring quarter. When the nights are short and the skirts are shorter. Generally speaking, the next two to three months will be the most rockin‘ two to the three months of the year. Almost every weekend has something going on that’s either fun to watch, fun to do or fun hear other people tell you about how much fun you seemed to have watching or doing. Here are the obvious standouts in very particular, some might even say chronological, order:

News in Brief

City NewsApril 10, 2009
Unlicensed taxi drivers stopped at airport Regional law enforcement officials announced Wednesday they were engaged in an effort to crack down on illegal taxicabs at Sacramento International Airport. “Operation Road Runner,” which concluded this week at the airport, identified two illegal taxi companies operating three unlicensed operators. It also found 19 licensing and regulatory violations, according to a press release. Cab drivers found in violation were ordered to halt operations.

All AG-Cess

SportsApril 10, 2009
Time to free up that weekend schedule of yours, boys and girls. You have a lot of Aggie athletics to watch. Twelve UC Davis sporting events are on the slate for this weekend, each of which will be played at home. Yes, this is really, really unusual. Probably some kind of a record, too.

Club Hoppin’: International Relations Student Association

FeaturesApril 10, 2009
The International Relations Student Association (IRSA) is the place to be for students looking for a laid back atmosphere to talk about current events, eat food from around the globe and learn about other cultures. The club organizes weekly meetings and events that range from “coffee and newspapers” where members meet at the International House to discuss current events and politics over coffee to international movie nights at an art deco movie theater in Sacramento.

Daily Calendar

FeaturesApril 10, 2009
TODAY Enroll in a day 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Education Abroad Center, 207 Third St. Stop by and learn how you can enroll in summer abroad in just one day. Refreshments will be provided! A Brighter Future for Afghanistan charity banquet 7 to 11 p.m. ARC Ballroom The Afghan Cultural Show is designed to educate Davis community members about the Afghan culture, politics and society. Tickets are available at Freeborn Hall or tickets.com. For more information, contact Sahar at (925) 321-5849.

The Defining Moments

OpinionApril 9, 2009
The recent World Chess Championship loss of American Grandmaster Gata Kamsky to the current world number one Veselin Topalov was,in many ways,a setback to the forward development of American chess and,in particular,a disappointment to Kamsky’s fans.

Variations on a Theme

Arts & CultureApril 9, 2009
I’m a pacifist at heart.My aim with this column is to entertain.However,it seems that my Apr.2column “Don’t judge” did offend at least one person by making an unintended jab at an ethnic community.And for that,I’d like to make a couple of clarifications. In the column,I made a flippant remark about “downplaying my heritage” and “straightening the ethnicity out of my hair.” These comments were meant in an entirely tongue-in-cheek manner.Me making fun of myself – all in good humor,right?

Women’s lacrosse preview

SportsApril 9, 2009
Teams:UC Davis vs.Denver Records:Aggies,4-9 (2-3); Pioneers,8-4 (2-1) Where:Aggie Stadium When:Sunday at noon

Women’s rowing preview

SportsApril 9, 2009
Teams:UC Davis vs.No.5California When:Saturday; time to be announced Where:Port of Sacramento

Women’s tennis preview

SportsApril 9, 2009
Who:UC Davis vs.No.50Sacramento State Records:Aggies,11-10; Hornets,15-8 Where:Marya Welch Tennis Center When:Friday at2p.m.

Women’s track and field preview

SportsApril 9, 2009
Event:Woody Wilson Classic Where:Toomey Field When:Saturday9:30a.m. (field),10:20a.m. (track)

Women’s water polo preview

SportsApril 9, 2009
Teams:No.10UC Davis vs.Pacific Records:Aggies,20-8 (3-1); Tigers,9-20 (1-3) Where:Schaal Aquatic Center When:Saturday atnoon