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A free meal could signify a first date or a birthday celebration, but for student government members, it could easily represent a conflict of interest. While members of the Undergraduate Students Association Council are not being treated to steak dinners, a few have accepted expenses-paid trips to the other side of the world.

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Aram Ghoogasian: USAC members should not participate in external lobbying groups

By Aram Ghoogasian

April 9, 2014 12:41 a.m.