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Wisconsin falls apart against Michigan

By Ben Breiner and Leah Leonidas | Sep. 29, 2008

The Badgers were embarrassed after giving up a comeback to the Wolverines in Saturday's game at Ann Arbor.

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Second annual Geek.Kon convention registers record turnout

By Nick Dmytrenko | Sep. 29, 2008

UW-Madison students and faculty members enjoyed the second year of video games and sci-fi discussion at the Geek.Kon convention Sept. 27 to 28.

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Wisconsin falls apart against Michigan

By Nate Carey and Tom Walsh | Sep. 29, 2008

The Badgers were unable to tame the Wolverines in the second half of play, as they came back to win the game 27-25.

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Online classes distort true college experiences

By Ryan Dashek | Sep. 29, 2008

UW-Madison should cut back on offering online classes, as they discourage social aspects of the collegiate lifestyle

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Presidential candidates debate war, economy

By Rebecca Autrey | Sep. 29, 2008

Students gathered at Memorial Union Friday night to watch Democratic presidential candidate Barack Obama and Republican presidential candidate John McCain share their views on the economy and foreign policy in the first presidential debate.

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conserve energy through sacrifice

By Maureen Backman and The Daily Cardinal Editorial Board | Sep. 29, 2008

WeConserve Week needs individual proactivity to make a difference

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Four UW System chancellors may receive salary increases

By Hannah Furfaro | Sep. 29, 2008

The UW System Board of Regents will determine whether or not four UW System chancellors will receive pay raises at its monthly meeting in October.

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Soldiers protest Iraq war

By Alyssa Connolly | Sep. 29, 2008

Students on campus gathered to hear soldiers from the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan speak out against war.

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Suggestive beer pong display at U. Square Walgreens stirs controversy

By The Daily Cardinal | Sep. 26, 2008

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Spread of new offense makes UW a rare breed

By Ben Breiner | Sep. 26, 2008

The Big Ten, once known for it's three yards and a could of dust style, is now mostly populated by spread offenses. Columnist Ben Breiner explores the Badger's history with the offense and what these changes could mean for the team in the near future.

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UW alumni chapters to compete in football season food drive

By The Daily Cardinal | Sep. 26, 2008

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Ready, set, drop the puck

By Eric Levine and Jon Spike | Sep. 26, 2008

The UW women's hockey team will open its season Friday against Quinnipiac at the Kohl Center. It is their first opener since 2005 where they will not be celebrating a national title but the team does have the talent to contend again this year.

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Many Wis. residents disagree with bailout plan, according to recent poll

By The Daily Cardinal | Sep. 26, 2008

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'Frozen' gritty, real rave

By Justin Eells | Sep. 26, 2008

Melissa Leo steals the show in heartbreaking new drama.'

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Family allowed to inherit, even if they assisted man in suicide

By Claire Wiese | Sep. 26, 2008

An appeals court ruled Thursday a Wisconsin family that allegedly helped a family member commit suicide will be allowed to inherit his estate. The ruling has prompted ethical questions about assisted suicides.

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