Back Issues
Tuesday, March 12, 1996
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University, borough assist blind pedestrians in bad weather
Inclement weather conditions create many problems for those with sight disabilities.
Youth charged in assault
The 17-year-old Altoona-area boy charged with the attempted murder of Laura Schneider remains in the Centre County Juvenile Detention Center after a judge ruled that the case has sufficient evidence to continue legal proceedings.
Ridge calls for gasoline tax hike to pay for road repairs
Pennsylvania motorists will be paying more at the pump if Gov. Tom Ridge has his way. In a speech before state legislators yesterday, the governor called for a 6 ½ cent-per-gallon raise in the state gasoline tax.
Transgender issues reach switchboard
Bisexual and transgendered residents may no longer feel unnoticed.
Alpha Chi Sigma fraternity changes affiliation; becomes social fraternity
Alpha Chi Sigma fraternity, 406 S. Pugh St., has officially changed its affiliation to Chi Psi fraternity.
Senator fights ruling; will run for USG president
One of the Undergraduate Student Government Senators who was declared ineligible for the position of USG president or vice president by the USG Elections Commission last week decided yesterday to run, despite the commission's decision.
Rec Hall lockers target of thefts
While the temperature outside may be getting warmer, students using Rec Hall's gym facilities may find themselves out in the cold.
Candidates announced in USG elections
Five tickets declared their intent to run for Undergraduate Student Government president and vice president in the 1996 USG elections yesterday, the first official day of campaigning for the March 27 elections.
Police log
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Break cools off red hot netmen
After lighting opponents from Northwestern and Penn on fire two weeks ago, the Lion men's tennis team ran out of gas against teams from Ohio State and Harvard, but managed to save face by nipping George Washington over spring break.
Cagers named all Big Ten
All five Nittany Lion starters were recognized by either Big Ten coaches or media on the all-conference teams announced yesterday.
Lions set for hog wild opener
Finding a No. 12 seed with a richer postseason tradition than the Arkansas Razorbacks would be an almost impossible endeavor.
Weight watcher
EAST LANSING, Mich. -- After Penn State freshman Jason Betz lost the fifth place 126-pound match at the Big Ten wrestling tournament to Michigan's Chris Viola on Sunday, he didn't want to talk much. Of course, he didn't want to do anything -- except eat.
Athletes create own minority
At Penn State, the word "athlete" has a connotation much different from that of a normal student. They are seen, they are heard, they are known. Joe College Student is a typical student -- Wally Richardson is something more.
Gymmen need last two shots
During the meet against BYU last Thursday, the Penn State men's gymnastics team not only had to compete against several teams but several gymnasts had to battle the flu bug.
Villanova Heels laxers' spring ills
For three quarters last Wednesday the men's lacrosse team hung with national powerhouse North Carolina. Every time the Tar Heels scored the Lions were able to answer and keep the game close. Unfortunately for the Lions a lacrosse game has four quarters.
Unranked grappler hits spotlight
EAST LANSING, Mich. -- An unranked wrestler finishing third in a highly competitive tournament like the Big Ten Championships is an interesting story.
Lady laxer transcends tradition
Eleven years ago in quaint Philadelphia, a young girl began to play a sport that would guarantee her a time in the spotlight. Not because she would burn up the field, or become the best, brightest, or most incredible. No, her big claim to fame would be one that has raised eyebrows for almost 12 years -- she is a black female lacrosse player.
Spikers build momentum
All season long, the Penn State men's volleyball team was looking for that one big match, that one big win, that one big momentum builder to get its young team at a dominating pace.
Trackmen bounce back at invitational
Don't call it a comeback...
Road trip proves teamwork
It was a tough week on the road for the women's gymnastics team over Spring Break. But with just two meets left in the regular season, the Lady Lions are hoping to finish with a flourish.
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The Who's symbolic musical 'Tommy' rocks, rolls into Eisenhower
Most people expect to find religious symbols in churches and temples, but such icons can permeate other aspects of culture -- including Broadway.
----------------------------OPINIONS----------------------------
Collegian Editorial
License to complain: Register now to voice concerns in the Pennsylvania primary
Reader opinion
Collegian Columnist
Rustam Kasad: Grades are bribery for entrance into benign corporate world
