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U-Dub Researchers Create Vocal Joystick

Soon having bad hand-eye coordination may not be enough of an excuse to give your frat brothers for losing at Madden NFL 09. Researchers at the University of Washington have begun creating a joystick controlled by one’s voice.
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U-Dub Says 'Fun Stops Here'

Living off campus is supposed to be a rite of passage into the real world. Not having to deal with power-hungry RA’s and skipping the dreaded housing lottery are just a few of the many perks of living off-campus. Unfortunately there is no longer much difference between living on campus and off at the Unive
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Students Give the FBI a Run for Their Money

Forget the FBI when college kids will do the job for free. Hell, they’ll even pay tuition to work. By enrolling in investigatory CSI-type courses, students across the country are attempting to make history, thinking that they will be the next Sherlock Holmes or Nancy Drew.
This fall, Georg
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More weirdos think they found Bigfoot.
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Colleges Adopt New Roommate Matching System

At these eleven universities, students can avoid getting stuck with a roommate from hell by surfing a Facebook-like database to hand-pick one for themselves. If your school isn't on this list, good luck!
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The time has come to start preparing for the annual Move-In Day fiasco. For some, shopping for college is a thrill, for others it’s like a trip down death row. This year is different as stores are taking pity on our wallets and on our consciences as products are cheaper and eco-friendly. Here a few tips to ke
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OTR Exclusive: While digging through the trash bins at The New Yorker, our Super Sleuths discovered several, never-before-seen mockups of the controversial Obama cover. Check them out here!
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Smoothies: A Blend of Fattening Calories

WashingtonPost.com says "Think Before You Drink." Smoothies may seem like the perfect thirst-quenching beverages for a hot summer day, but think again! Whether it's Dunkin' Donuts, Wendy's, or Robeks, looks can be deceiving.
When cutting down calories, smaller portions are always the best way
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There's no surprise that credit card companies target 18-22 year olds on college campuses, and it's no surprise that oftentimes, we buy into their schemes. A startling article from ABC News reports that 76% of undergraduates own at least one credit card, and 43% own four or more (of an avera
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