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Movie Reviews

By David Coley

In Theaters 'Venus' He's in his 70s. She's in her 20s. Not exactly a match made in heaven. Yet Maurice and Jessie form the unlikely couple at the center of "Venus," a British film directed by Roger Michell. This is not a feel-good romance, nor a twisted tale of carnal obsession.

Food Review

Georgie Porgie's 7044 Troost Ave.

By Jessie Burche

The nursery-school rhyme "Georgie Porgie" is completely nonsensical on first look: "Georgie Porgie, pudding and pie/ Kissed the girls and made them cry." Even though Georgie Porgie's, at 7044 Troost Ave., didn't have pie, it certainly didn't make me cry. But the restaurant is just as illogical as the poem: it's filled with retro tables and chairs.

Play it by Ear

One-track time travel

By Jordan Kerfeld

"You are now about to witness the strength of street knowledge." This line came from "Straight Outta Compton," the commencing track from one of the most-revered rap albums in history: N.W.A's 1988 release of the same name. In 1988, George Bush, Sr., became president, Toni Morrison's book "Beloved" won the Pulitzer Prize, and former National Security Adviser Robert C.

Staff Profile

Kevin Mullin Studio Engineer, Department of Communication Studies

By Mohammad Al-Kassim

My role: I provide maintenance, support and procurement of the technology used in the Communication Studies Department. That ranges from film cameras, video cameras, to audio equipment. Has your job specification changed since you have been hired? I was initially brought in to support the journalism and new media film studies programs.

Rare view of journalism by

By Jonathan Pearson

Journalism has the potential to be, but isn't always, sexy - even according to a weekly college newspaper. From "He Said, She Said" with Kevin Bacon and Elizabeth Perkins to the ultra-chic role of Carrie Bradshaw in "Sex and the City": I never realized my job carried so much inherent passion.

Valentine's ideas for any budget, any relationship status

By Jessie Burche

Type of Date Price Location Comments La Bodega Fun and romantic for $3.95-$23.95 703 Southwest Blvd. Don't let the higher end of that price range scare you. It's fun to go and get several of the cheaper couples or singles tapas or smaller dishes and share them.

Save the Date

By Emily Iorg

Tuesday, Feb. 6 Diversity Week: Students with Disabilities: Understanding Rights and Responsibilities: Students will hear testimonials from a panel of UMKC students with disabilities. Lunch provided. For more information, call 235-1407. Alumni Room, University Center, 11:45 a.

Black history month

By Brittany Lane

SOUL FOOD FRIDAY KICKS OFF BLACK HISTORY MONTH - Students Tylena Martin, Lakesha Moore and Brandon Cobb enjoy Soul Food Friday at the African-American History and Culture House. Gooey macaroni and cheese and fried chicken were just a few of the goodies awaiting students, faculty and staff last Friday.

Horoscope

Feb. 5 - 11

By Clayton Sedler

ARIES March 21-April 20 Although a cup o' joe is often a great way to start the day, there are some times when it just doesn't cut it. For those days, get the extra kick you need by adding barbeque sauce to your coffee. TAURUS April 21-May 20 Practice extemporaneous public speaking this week.

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