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[ Thursday, April 27, 1995 ]

Penn State Blue Band to play to beat of same drum major
At one end of the vast Blue Band practice field Sunday afternoon, under a partly cloudy sky, Darren Bennett stretched his legs and prepared for his first run.

Rwandan killing, turmoil hits home for professors
Last year nearly 500,000 people were murdered in Rwanda. Last weekend, 2,000 more names were added to the list of genocidal victims.

Fake bakers caution others to turn down the heat
When spring rolls around, many University students try to achieve a "healthy glow" at tanning beds. But this glow may not be so healthy.

University professor adds to diversity pool
If former Undergraduate Student Government president Seth Williams was getting married tomorrow, a former teacher of his at the University would be on the guest list.

Massage offers more than relaxation for clients
Her magical hands caress bodies on a daily basis. For a minimal fee, she relieves tension and releases stored energy from the body.

Nomination draws USG controversy
The Department of Town Affairs is very new and is going through many changes. It was just recently formed after the Organization for Town Independent Students merged with USG last month. The purpose of the department is to provide advice to students concerning housing disputes and help students understand their options.

Students protest 'Contract' during rally at Schwab
"Neuter Newt." "Smash the Contract." "Money for tuition, not ammunition."

These were a few of the sentiments expressed on signs displayed at a "teach-in" held on the steps of Schwab Auditorium yesterday.

Greek organizations hold 'Oscars' to honor chapters
The second annual Greek Oscars were held Tuesday at the Days Inn Penn State, 240 S. Pugh St., to honor outstanding fraternity and sorority members and chapters for various programs and accomplishments.

Police Log

Teams excel in '94-95
Wherever the Penn State athletic teams are competing, success seems to follow them like a lost puppy.

Pearsall, Carter top talented fields
Collegian staff members voted for their top 10 choices in order. Points were awarded in inverse order -- a first-place vote earned 10 points. The same process was used for freshman and coach of the year using the top five choices.

Lady booters soar in inaugural year
The women's soccer team was supposed to spend last season adjusting to varsity competition in its inaugural varsity campaign. The Lady Lions adjusted a lot faster than anyone would have guessed.

Fencers claim national title
If success is measured by results, then 1995 was a successful year for the men's and women's fencing teams. Last season, the two squads combined to win an NCAA title when they defeated St. John's, 440-413, at the NCAA championships in South Bend, Ind.

Perfection
In August, people may have had their doubts about the Penn State football team. But the players and coaches were confident in Nittany Lions' ability.

Third time's a charm
Two years ago, the women's rugby club made its first trip to the United States Rugby Association Final Four. The event was a learning experience for the fledgling club, as it finished third.

Shuman returns to Ruggers for nationals
The men's rugby club has relied on the influence of foreign exchange students before, from the club founders and coaches to key players. But never anything like this before.

Penn Staters run, bike, swim to success in triathalon club
When Neal Henderson first came to Penn State nearly four years ago, he was planning to compete on the track and field team.

But Henderson (senior-exercise and sport science), discovered the coaches were not as interested in him as he was in them.

What hitch? Collins goes No. 5
At the end of last season, it appeared as if former Penn State signal caller Kerry Collins was destined to be a first-round pick in the NFL Draft.

Netwomen head west
Although the women's tennis team has had little success in Big Ten competition this season, Coach Sue Whiteside said the Lady Lions are going into the Big Ten championships looking to do well.

Lady sluggers split doubleheader with Buckeyes
For most of the first game of yesterday's softball doubleheader between Ohio State and Penn State, it seemed that neither team would score a run. But that changed later in the contest and in the nightcap -- when the teams combined for nine runs and 19 hits.

NBA title up in the air
My Opinion: Geoff Mosher

Top secret
Collegian Editorial: Clinton's order is a good start to publicizing classified information

Penn State takes Land Grant Trophy on and off the field
My Opinion: Tim Kerns

Letters to the editor

• Tree vandalism season sprouts again
  
• Alcohol education a battle worth fighting
  
• Mifflin Streak/Mob tradition must end
  
• Penn State Burma