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Sloppy style for Cursive

By Kyle Sparks | Mar. 11, 2009

Cursive's latest album explores man's happiness and displays the importance of cohesion, or the lack thereof, in the studio.'

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Wis. population becoming less Christian, survey shows

Mar. 11, 2009

The amount of Christians in Wisconsin is decreasing while the number of residents who identify with other religions or no religion is on the rise, according to a national survey.

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What does swimsuit season remind you of?

By Ashley Spencer | Mar. 11, 2009

Swimsuit shopping makes any distracting activity much more appealing'

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Housing director reacts to resignation of house fellows

By Caitlin Gath | Mar. 11, 2009

House fellow positions on the UW-Madison campus can be highly demanding with excellent benefits, but it is a job not suited for everyone. Four house fellows have resigned in the current school year.

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Automakers must join together or risk death

By Sean McMaster | Mar. 11, 2009

With the struggling economy and tough competition from abroad, automakers should consolidate to remain profitable.

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And now the second season begins

By Andy Van Sistine | Mar. 11, 2009

As the Big Ten tournament begins, the Cardinal breaks down each team's chances entering the weekend.

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Young readers need quantity over quality

By Kelly Kallien and Frances Provine | Mar. 11, 2009

This week, Frances discusses the importance of effectively emphasizing reading for today's children.'

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Forum urges student dialogue on sex assault

By Rory Linnane | Mar. 11, 2009

Dean of Students Lori Berquam hosted a forum about sexual assaults on campus Tuesday. The forum was prompted by recent allegations published in The Badger Herald, but addressed more broadly the campus atmosphere concerning sexual assaults.

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Lawmakers promote civic engagement

By Grace Kim | Mar. 11, 2009

The College Democrats of Madison hosted a panel with members of the state Assembly to discuss local issues and expected legislation.

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Preventing majors by adding minors

By The Daily Cardinal | Mar. 11, 2009

The University should add a comprehensive minor program to discourage students from taking multiple majors and filling classes.

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Student rights in the biennial budget

By Summer Wilken | Mar. 11, 2009

Voice your concerns to keep tuition affordable.

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Student talk show to debut on Big Ten network

Mar. 11, 2009

A student talk show produced by UW-Madison's University Communications will make its national debut on the Big Ten Network Thursday, March 12.

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NBA rule hurts college basketball

By Andy Van Sistine | Mar. 10, 2009

Columnist Andy Van Sistine explains why the NBA rule that requires athletes to play at least one year of college basketball forces teams in the NCAA to fail at building strong programs for more than a few years.

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Relocating Brothers benefits all downtown

By Tom Hart | Mar. 10, 2009

Brothers relocating will bring in more business and money for Madison

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Over 660,000 Wis. employees exposed to secondhand smoke at workplaces

By Megan Orear | Mar. 10, 2009

According to a new study from the UW Carbone Cancer Center, the number of Wisconsin workers who are exposed to smoking at workplaces has decreased, but is still at a dangerous level. Workers with less education are more likely to be exposed.

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ASM selects two students to help recommend new provost

By Erin Banco | Mar. 10, 2009

ASM officials selected two UW-Madison students with leadership experience to serve on a search committee to recommend a new provost to campus leaders.