Back Issues
[ Friday, March 3, 1995 ]

Officers suggest crime prevention measures for cars
When Dawn Mulberger left Pattee one evening, she found her car burglarized -- and Mulberger is not alone.

Influenza causes feverish reaction
Coming down with a respiratory infection is probably not anyone's favorite method of ushering in the spring. For an estimated 25 percent of the student population, however, it has been an inevitable condition. And University Health Services has been taking care of many of them, seeing many more new cases each day during the past two weeks.

Student leaders receive backing at conference
Three University students were elected to executive positions by about 950 students who attended the Northeast Interfraternity Council and Northeast Panhellenic Council's annual conference last weekend in Philadelphia.

Alabama classrooms set stage for Thomas' lead as president
University President Joab Thomas said his best public speaking skills were learned in the classroom.

Hospital alliance raises training concerns
The alliance between Holy Spirit Hospital and the University's Hershey Medical Center has raised ethical questions concerning the possible influence of religious beliefs on abortion training provided to medical students.

Speakers agree, improv's key
Many students walk into their speech communications classes at the beginning of the semester with fear in their eyes. The idea of speaking before large audiences is intimidating to many, but to others it is all part of the job.

Great bodies, big thrills: Students ready to break loose
It's that time of year again, when many students are thrust from the icy cold of State College to the summer-like haven of spring break. But for some, the thought of trading in bulky wool sweaters for skimpy beachwear is not as appealing as it sounds.

Spring break broken for York students
As the deadline to receive money for a spring break trip came and went, York Campus students who had planned to spend their week in Florida were left looking for a new ticket south.

Great bodies, big thrills: Students ready to break loose
Although riding a roller coaster may not sound romantic, stimulating activities and exotic vacations can bring couples closer together and allow singles to mingle, according to a six-month study by clinical psychologist and sex therapist Judy Kuriansky.

Fire causes heat damage to home
A fire burned through the first floor and kitchen area of a two-story residential home located at the New Oak Grove housing development, 1480 Yardall Rd., yesterday morning.

Blaze breaks out on College Ave.
A fire in an apartment in the Barcroft Building, 522 E. College Ave. caused the entire building to be evacuated.

Police Log

Spikers want another shot at Bruins
When the No. 4 men's volleyball team (9-2) travels to Springfield, Mass., to take on Springfield at 7 p.m. today in the Volleyball Hall of Fame Classic, a team on the other side of the bracket will draw most of Lions' attention.

Lady sluggers head to S. Fla. tourney
After playing four scrimmages in Holuba Hall in the middle of February, the Lady Lion softball team traveled to North Carolina to play its opening games.

Laxers ready for Cavs
In collegiate lacrosse, the Atlantic Coast Conference is home to some of the best lacrosse teams in the nation --Duke, Maryland, North Carolina and Virginia.

Gymwomen want big wins
The Lady Lion gymnastics team wants to score higher on the road and impress the judges, Assistant Coach Jessica Bastardi said. The team will have plenty of chances when they travel to West Virginia, Florida and Georgia.

Stiff competition facing gymmen
The men's gymnastics team is headed on a road trip of its own in the coming week.

Icers move one step closer to title
When Eastern Michigan scored its first goal less than five minutes into the game, the Icers knew they were in for a tough one.

Senior fencer gets last chance at title
The next few weeks carry a sense of urgency for senior fencer Andy Gearhart. He is running out of time to win a national championship, and this time, there will be no "maybe next year."

Pairs pace netmen in win
Going into yesterday's dual meet against George Washington, doubles teams were a concern for Penn State Men's Tennis Coach Jan Bortner. Today he has reason to be more confident.

Big Ten tourney time is here
All 10 starters on the wrestling team are going to the same tournament this weekend -- the Big Ten Wrestling Championships in Bloomington, Ind.

Lady cagers, coaches ready for tournament
The Big Ten began sponsoring women's basketball in 1981. That season, a postseason tournament was held at Michigan State to determine the conference champion.

Sluggers off to Ala.; cagers get break

The Nittany Lions (0-6) will start a spring break tour of Alabama tomorrow when they take on the Crimson Tide (6-1) in a three-game series. They will then travel to Birmingham for two games against Samford (6-2) and one against Alabama-Birmingham (4-1), before closing the week-long trip with three contests at Auburn (5-2).

Lady laxers at exhibition tourney; track teams at championships

The Lady Lions will play in the William and Mary Invitational tournament Sunday in Williamsburg, Va. No. 5 Penn State will face Brown, No. 8 Harvard, No. 3 Virginia, Georgetown, the U.S. Elite Squad and the Scotland National Team in exhibition games.

Changing the past
Collegian Editorial: Affirmative action programs must be re-evaluated, not eliminated

Hellfire, brimstone and the winter chill in Happy Valley
My Opinion: Dave Hollingsworth

Letters to the editor

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Action pumps life into war flick
The Walking Dead has been marketed as more than just another war film. It is the first film touted as a glimpse of the black experience in Vietnam.

Black vietnam film doesn't fit the bill
As the credits of the latest Vietnam movie, The Walking Dead begin to roll, the theater empties and comments, such as "It's just like the other war movies," are heard.

Oasis leads newest wave of British music attack
Hyped as the hottest group in decades to come from that island across the ocean, Oasis, the British quintet-behind-the-buzz, has quite a reputation to live up to.