Penn State graduate Gilbert Wetzel is sharing his success with Penn State's Wilkes-Barre, Delaware County and McKeesport campuses, donating $50,000 for use as associate degree telecommunications scholarships this fall.

A meeting scheduled for today between University officials and 12 students who held a "sit-in" at Old Main Tuesday may not take place today after a disagreement late yesterday afternoon between a University administrator and a member of the group.

Members of the University Student Executive Council continued to discuss extending a council seat to the Lesbian and Gay Student Alliance, but also proposed to add representatives from the Association of Women Students and the Coalition for Human Equality during a three-hour meeting last night.

Most United States elected officials are too intimidated by pro-Israeli lobby groups to criticize Israel's policy toward Palestinians because of the amount of lobbying and financial influence American Jewish political action groups have, said a former U.S.congressman in a speech last night.

About 60 people gathered on the Old Main steps last night to hold a candlelight vigil for Morris Joel Tackett, a University student who died last week.

Looking at this weekend's philanthropic agenda, it is no wonder the University's greek system leads all others in the success of such events.

The most important issues in running an efficient government are decentralization of authority and cooperation between the Democratic and Republican parties, said a candidate for the Democratic nomination for U.S. Senate.

Bruce M. Rich of The Environmental Defense Fund shared the experiences of his role in the fight against the destruction of tropical forests with a large audience yesterday afternoon in Kern building.

Peering across the Old Main lawn through a camera-like instrument atop a tripod, they look as if they're filming a movie. That is, if you're watching them from far away.

On Sunday the cost of a first-class postage stamp increased from 22 cents to 25 cents -- the first increase since 1985 -- and student reaction to the rate hike was mixed.

West Penn Power Company has reduced its prices effective April 1, said John Frazier, Information Specialist with the Public Utility Commission.

When you see a crowd of people shaking or waving their hands in the air, do not immediately assume that this gesture is simply a method of salutation.

More than 80,000 used books, records, sheet music, magazines and maps will be available at prices even students can afford at the 27th Annual Used Book Sale which begins in the HUB Ballroom tomorrow afternoon at 3.

A southern university study which rates the publication performance of universities and faculty members in real estate programs has found Penn State to be among the most prolific in the nation.

Ill. Sen. Paul Simon has emerged as a strong supporter of civil rights, according to the February issue of Ms. magazine.

With the help of God and moral leadership, Republican candidate Pat Robertson wants to build on the progress of the Reagan Administration, he said in a prepared statement. He plans to create a more efficient government while safeguarding social programs.

Democratic presidential candidate Rev. Jesse Jackson will put the power of the presidency behind social issues to get results, Jackson spokesman Ronn Thomas said.

Democratic presidential candidate Al Gore Jr. accused the Reagan Administration of not giving proper attention to major social issues. Gore said in a prepared statement that he would support increased social programs funding.

Mass. Gov. Mike Dukakis strongly believes the federal government must take the lead" in guaranteeing equal opportunity for all Americans, said Alex Hartzler, campus campaign coordinator.

Republican vice president George Bush shows his conservative colors on many social issues, such as child care, but in others he departs from the norm by advocating more funding for programs like AIDS research.

Important social issues such as AIDS testing, child care, abortion and women's rights of presidential candidates need to be focused upon by the presidential candidates, some experts say.

Forward-looking government and social service officials say the upcoming years are important in achieving a return to people-oriented social programs for low-cost housing and the homeless.

Education is not the complete answer, but rather part of the solution in combating the world's health problems, said Joyce Hopp, dean of the School of Allied Health Professions at Loma Linda University in California.

A panel of speakers of diverse sexual and spiritual backgrounds discussed the role of religion within the homosexual community last night in the informal lounge of Eisenhower Chapel.

A hideous crime will be committed as the governor of the State of Confusion conducts a $20,000,000 lottery drawing this Saturday at the University Club, 331 W. College Ave.

Everyone can dig into environmental issues at Sunday's Earth Day, sponsored by Eco-Action, a campus environmental group.

Guaranteed Student Loan applications for this semester are due in the Office of Student Aid today.

The Alard String Quartet will be performing their last concert of the school year at 8 p.m. Monday in the Recital Hall of the Music Building.

The State College Bureau of Police Services is investigating the rape of a State College woman that occurred early Wednesday morning in an alley between 300 W. Nittany Ave. and 300 W. Foster Ave.

Will the third time against Ohio State be the charm for the women's gymnastics team?

After recovering from an exhausting few days at the Santa Barbara Classic, the men's volleyball team is on the road again.

Despite being hounded by misfortune, the men's tennis team (8-10) is playing tough tennis and picking up an occasional win.

Heavy rains in Delaware yesterday resulted in a postponement of the Penn State-Delaware women's lacrosse game. The game has been rescheduled for 3 p.m. April 18.

The men's track and field team will face the University of Maryland and James Madison University today in its first meet of the outdoor season. Maryland is sponsoring the triangular meet.

The National Collegiate Athletic Association denied wide receiver Ray Roundtree an additional year of eligibility after it ruled that he did not meet the criteria to be eligible for a medical redshirt in 1984 during his freshman season.

The 6-20 Lions will try to halt their five-game losing streak this weekend as they finish their nine-game road swing with a 1 p.m. doubleheader against West Chester tomorrow. They then return home to take on Rider in a noon twinbill Sunday at Beaver Field.

Coming off a thrashing of Atlantic 10 foe St. Bonaventure, the women's softball team (11-8) travels to the University of Virginia this weekend to compete in the Virginia Invitational.

When you've only beaten a team five times in 40 outings, you know you've got nothing to lose on the 41st try.

Townscapes, an art exhibit of 25 mixed media drawings by Annette Lawler, is on display in the East Corridor Gallery of Pattee Library until April 17. The artwork, done with watercolors, pastels and inks, is of homes traditional to the Boalsburg and Centre Hall areas. Lawler, a resident of Boalsburg, said she likes to paint her surroundings.

Die-hard Zeppelin fans planning to buy Now and Zen in hopes of hearing the LP that picks up where In Through the Out Door or even Coda left off can save your $9 and buy Kingdom Come's new release.

The stars are rummaging around their attics searching for something to wear, and film critics are making their predictions for the Oscars. On Monday night, movie enthusiasts will congregate before their television sets to hear who Bette Midler roasts, to see what Cher (almost) wears and to discover who goes home with a little gold statuette in the 60th Annual Academy Awards ceremony.

The Latin American Association will present the South American folk group Antara at 8 p.m. tomorrow in the Paul Robeson Cultural Center. Antara features folk music from the Andes mountains.

They are exciting and electrifying. They perform spiritual, fun and beautiful dances. They are The Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater.

State College Area High School will present their 12th Annual High School Jazz Festival at 7:30 p.m. tomorrow in the Senior High School Auditorium. The concert will include the All-Star Stage Band under the direction of O. Richard Bundy, assistant director of the Penn State Blue Band. The featured soloist is Cavid Stahl, former lead trumpeter for Buddy Rich and Woody Herman. Tickets are $2 and are available at the door.