Back Issues
Thursday, Feb. 22, 1996
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AmeriCorps branch offers experience
As more colleges, graduate schools and businesses are putting an emphasis on community service, students are looking for a way to spruce up their resumes and make a difference in the world.
CES students feel left out of PSU life
Grilled stickies, squirrels, Mt. Nittany hikes, University Creamery ice cream, Joe Paterno.
Tickets available early at Center
University students will soon have the opportunity to avoid waiting in long lines to get tickets for Bryce Jordan Center events.
Appreciation of kids, art drives RA
Like most resident assistants, when Tonya Clark accepted the position as RA in 1994, she got more than just a new job -- she got a new last name.
President's favorite service project faces GOP cuts
With the primary season under way and the general election around the corner, Republican and Democratic presidential candidates have begun discussing their plans for service programs, such as AmeriCorps -- a program that targets college students.
Police find woman dead in hotel room
A woman in her 20s was found dead yesterday in a hotel room at the Courtyard by Marriott hotel, 1730 University Drive, according to a news release from the State College Police Department.
Forensics team places third at Pa. competition
The University Forensics Team's success at the Pennsylvania State Forensics Championships held at West Chester University last weekend is undebatable.
Services scheduled for PSU man
A memorial service for Jeffrey S. Reitmeyer, 21, of New Hanover Township will be held at 8:15 p.m. today in the Memorial Lounge of Eisenhower Chapel. Lutheran Campus Ministry of State College will sponsor the service and refreshments will be served.
Students' lifestyles prone to heartburn
A University student's diet often includes devilishly delectable food items such as chocolate, spicy burritos, coffee and alcohol. But those sinful foods and beverages may cause a raging inferno in students' stomachs.
Institute, faculty strive for innovative teaching
A typical day for a college student usually involves sitting through a lecture class and taking notes -- but it may not be the best way to learn.
Student reaches the stars
Chris Romito has a thing for Hollywood. Whether it is music, gossip or the latest movies, he has become an avid follower of the celebrity scene. To feed his infatuation, Chris has made a hobby of collecting autographs.
Big names can cost big bucks
Imagine spending $550 for an autographed photo of Madonna. Or $275 for O.J. Simpson. Whether it's a chance to get closer to a star or just the desire to have what's hot, people are willing to shell out the big bucks.
Court affirms SARB ruling
The Undergraduate Supreme Court voted yesterday to uphold the Student Appropriations Review Board decisions made Tuesday, which declared the Feb. 14 interviews for elections commission and court null and void.
USG celebrates awareness week
In an effort to help promote Government Awareness Week, the Undergraduate Student Government, along with the Women's Affairs department and the cultural diversity departments, will sponsor various events today inside and outside the HUB.
Preliminaries
Police log
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Swimmers Gopher it, shock Michigan
What does it feel like to upset the No. 1 ranked team in the nation and win a Big Ten Championship for the first time in 70 years? Exhilarating? Amazing? Maybe even exciting?
Cagers, Michigan on collision course
The last time the Nittany Lion basketball team played Michigan, it was a test for Penn State to prove it belonged in the upper echelon of the Big Ten, and despite losing, 67-66, the Lions passed.
Two-sport star wins skiing award
Skiing is something Heather Kogelmann (sophomore-Recreation and Park Management) loves to do and it happens to be something she does better than anyone around.
Big Ten Women's Track and Field Championships Preview
It could be deja vu for Illinois at the Big Ten women's track championships this year in Madison, Wis.
Spikers search for respect; top teams battle in Hawaii
If you think the Nittany Lions are close to pressing the panic button, you better wait a while.
Looking to cap season
After two weeks of tapered practices, their muscles are relaxed, their minds are clear and their anticipation is apparent.
Collegian Sports Columnist
Brad Young: Wake up or shut up time for Lions
Collegian Sports Columnist
Kevin Gorman: Desire to win clouds concerns about players' health
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Collegian Editorial
Tune in: Meetings on TV can bridge the gap between USG and students
Reader Opinion
Collegian Columnist
Erin Strout: Angels among us can spread emotion after 'Thon
Collegian Columnist
Davis Schneiderman: Contemporary politicians lack herculean image of George Washington
