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Poetry from the Gargoyle's mouth: "Dive"

Today is not only National Poem in Your Pocket Day, but also the day to get your fourth slam poem of the week. Enjoy "Dive" by Andrea Gibson, a testament to the fact that, even though Sarah Pfander can't read slam poetry, there are white women who can.

Film review: "Smart People"

When an accident brings a pretentious English professor (Dennis Quaid) to the emergency room, he falls in love, is reunited with his adopted brother, and comes to some revelations about his unhappy life. Check inside to see why Lauren Piester did not like this film.

Prom '08: How to ask someone to the big dance

The deadline to RSVP for this year's prom is just a week away. Don't have a date yet? Get to it! Not quite sure how to handle the possible complications? Elaine Gu has all the advice you'll need. "In my opinion, when it comes to prom, things should be done the 'traditional' way," she writes. "That means guys should do the asking, because chivalry is not dead. So for all you single, eligible young men out there looking for a prom date, here’s a step-by-step guide on how to ask a girl to the big dance."