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PSORIASIS STUDY Volunteers, ages 18 and older, with stable moderate to severe body plaque psoriasis needed to participate in a clinical research study with an investigational medication. Eligible volunteers will be compensated up to $210. Call for more information. J&S Studies, Inc. The Physician Centre • 979-774-5933 3201 University Dr. E., Suite 475 Bryan, TX 77802 D iscovejR.esea.rch Inc. You may qualify for a clinical research study if you have any of the following conditions: NECK OR BACK PAIN Recent onset of muscle pain in the neck or back with spasm (involuntary contraction) Must be 18 to 75 years of age Up to $100 paid for time and travel FACIAL ACNE Male and Female 12 years of age and older Have mild to moderate facial acne Reimbursement for time and travel (979)776-1417, or toll free (888)436-9586 Medical assessments, study-related diagnostic tests, and investigational medication are provided to qualified participants at no charge. Flea Market Jockey Lot Open Year Round Saturday 7 a.m. - 6 p.m. Sunday 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. Jewelry - Boots & Shoes - New Tools - Music - Hats 100+ Garage Sale Booths Each Weekend with furniture, appliances, etc. Barbeque - Snack Bar - Free Parking (979) 690-6353 Located 1 mile south of the Texas World Speedway Hwy 6 in College Station FOR THE Saturday, March 1st Registration Begins at 7:45 am at the Alumni Center SK Fun Run/Walk through campus starting at The Association of Former Students Bldg All participants will receive a t-shirt and be entered into a drawing for at least one male and one female Aggie Ring Already have one? Win a Diamond Certificate or a Ring Certificate for someone else Ca$h prizes for the winners of the race as well as many other great "door prizes" Registration forms and official rules available at http://traditions.tamu.edu or by calling 862-6750 '.TbeAf^odatoi ATTENTION AH On-Campus Residents ALL current on-campus residents are required to complete the Housing Decision 2003 process to renew or cancel their housing for the fail 2003 - spring 2004 academic year. WHEN: March 3 (8 a.m.) - March 7 (5 p.m.) WHERE: On the Residence Life Homepage (www.reslife.tamu.edu) Friday, February 28, 2003 THE BATTAL10I by R.DeLuna Airport Continued from pagel Cube of Xoe By C.J. C SAND, SAND, SPREADIN' * THAT SAND. SPREADIN' THAT SAND ALL OVER h THE LAND. * WHEW/ FINALLY DOT THE WHOLE CAMPUS COVERED IN SAND. BUT I WONDER WHY THEY MADE ME USE SAND. plus rr looks so messy. YOU IDIOT/ I SAID LAY OUT SALT ON THE SIDEWALKS AND SAND AT THE OREEN- HOUSES/ OOO. I DUESS NOW WOULD BE A BAD TIME TO TELL YOU I LAID SALT ON THE OREEN- HOUSE FLOWER BEDS. NSisS PSllHtiSn by J2sh Darwin Jod, NEvE'f? U£A£ THOJF TO BANp PRACTICE AGWhO./ BUT TH£Y'*e so cute! \ Truman Continued from page 1 “The interview was a good opportunity to talk about who I am as a person,” he said. As a military brat living over seas for the first decade of his life, Mercer knew that he would return because he wanted a career where he could live abroad and be a part of other cultures. Besides co-leading a fresh man Bible study and playing violin for a local trio, Mercer interned in Washington, D.C. with the Department of State for foreign service and plans to intern in Singapore as part of the LT Jordan Institute program. “These finalists are fascinat ing individuals already and hav ing experience in the public service area, actually living it will make them more attractive candidates,” said Don Curtis, former director in the Honors Program. “They are bright, shin ing lights at A&M.” Rubenstein, a junior with a double major in political science and psychology, hopes to work for either the U.S. Department of State or Defense. Williams, a junior majoring in mechanical engineering with a minor in English, plans on a career in the Central Intelligence Agency, specializing in interna tional security policy. The Harry S. Truman Scholarship Foundation is offi cially the federal memorial to 33rd President Truman and was established in 1975 by Congress. Each scholarship awarded provides $30,000 to each student, $3,000 for his senior year and $27,000 for graduate study. Other aspects of the scholarship include supplemental financial aid at sev eral premiere graduate institu tions, leadership training, and special internship opportunities within the federal government. A typical candidate is a per son those who wants to work in the public sector for the military or the government, and are excellent students who want to make a difference in society and the world, Curtis said. Rubenstein and Williams were unavailable for comment. Scholarships will be awarded on March 21. Fee Continued from page 1 “I don’t agree with raising fees unless A&M is consider ing offering additional finan cial aid and services (to those who need it),” Moore said. Moore said the only way students on financial aid can receive more money from A&M is if their expected fami ly contribution decreases. 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Easterwood was founded t* A&M and is run by Un officials, but the airport is an FA 1 certitied, self-supported en “The airport operates on a SI million budget,” Happsaid." don’t receive (financial) sup| from the city, county or University.” Judge dismisses I lawsuit against attorney general A lawsuit filed by ik University of Texas over Tea Attorney General Greg Abbott decision to allow the releasee: information about campus sur veillance cameras was dismiss by a state district judge Thursda) The ruling from Travit County District Judge Fail Davis comes after The Texan in October requestedite the university provide i tion about the location of tk security cameras, their cost® the names of companies traded to provide them. The university denied til student newspaper’s arguing that the could be used to thwartse® ty and would reveal thw tern’s vulnerabilities. Abbott disagreed, and saidifli time of heightened concerns security, the government remain open. He ruled that semi cameras are not a part of the ia» enforcement exception of the rd security plan. The judge agreed, writ his dismissal of the Jan, 15It suit that “the information issue is not subject to < exemption under the Put Information Act.” Abbott said he was plea: with the judge’s decision. “A I’m hopeful that UT wil promptly produce the publi records, rather than contini to fight in litigation,” he saidi a story in Friday’s editions! The Daily Texan. THE BATTALIOf Brandie Liffick, Editor in Chief Sommer Bunce, Managing Editor Elizabeth Webb, Copy/Design Director Sarah Watch, News Editor Rob Phillips, Asst. News Editor Melissa Sullivan, Asst. News Editor Kendra Kingsley, Aggielife Editor Sarah Darr, Asst. Aggielife Editor Marianne Hudson, Asst. Aggielife Ediror Chris Jackson, Sci/Tech Editor George Deutsch, Opinion Editor Brieanne Porter, Asst. Opinion Editor Michael Crow, Sports Editor Kevin Espenlaub, Asst. Sports Editor John Livas, Photo Editor Alissa Hoilimon, Asst. 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