Back Issues
Friday, April 19, 1996
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Abortion coverage to remain in University's insurance policy
The University Student Insurance Committee recommended last week that coverage for abortions remain in the University's insurance policy. The committee will also research including vision and dental coverage in the 1997-98 policy.
Students recall initial reactions
The Oklahoma City bombing was an event that touched the lives of Americans throughout the United States. In this area, shock over the incident has been replaced with sadness and remembrance.
Students urge pressure on Pepsi
Students for a Democratic Burma met with a University administrator yesterday to urge the University to pressure Pepsico Inc. so it will no longer do business in Burma, but two of their three requests were denied.
Shaver's Creek promotes return to nature
This weekend, workers at Shaver's Creek Environmental Center want students and residents to remember that trickling streams and chirping birds are the things that make Earth Day worth celebrating.
NPHC holds black community seminar
When black leaders on campus met last night, the topic of conversation ranged from individual organizations' agendas to the struggle black people face as a minority in the white majority.
House candidates propose answers to aid problems
As the cost of higher education continues to increase and federal budget allowances become more constricting, legislators will have to determine how to address student aid needs on a tighter budget.
Aftershocks
One year after one of the worst terrorist attacks on American soil, people are remembering the bombing and looking at what could be done to prevent a repeat occurrence.
Police log
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Collins, defense prepare for Blue-White clash
In the first quarter of the Lion football game against Rutgers last season, outside linebacker Aaron Collins stood on the field and watched his brother Jason be carried off on a stretcher after breaking his leg. The sight was somewhat nauseating for Aaron, but he wasn't very worried.
Sluggers have shot at top spot
The Penn State baseball team has won 11 of its last 13 games and is approaching the .500 mark after starting the season 3-14-1. The Lions are a game and a half out of first place in the Big Ten. Michigan currently reigns in the top spot, with a league record of 12-4 and a league-best team ERA of 2.82.
Mock experts conduct own mock NFL draft
1-New York Jets
EIVA title in spikers' sights
One of the goals this season for the Penn State men's volleyball team is to win the EIVA and earn a return trip to the Final Four. It will be taking the final steps this weekend.
Lady sluggers find solace in home win
It wasn't a Big Ten matchup. It wasn't even a prime-time opponent.
Tigers, Lady Lions on collision course
Streaks abound this weekend for the Penn State women's lacrosse team.
Netwomen prepare for Big Tens; trackwomen host relays
You'll have to excuse members of the women's tennis team if their minds are not totally on the final two regular season matches this weekend. They have other things to worry about.
Lady sluggers find solace in home win
It wasn't a Big Ten matchup. It wasn't even a prime-time opponent.
Collegian Sports Columnist
Kevin Gorman:
Boxers weigh in with a national champ, two near misses
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Diverse bands Movin' On to lawn
First-time organizer Dana Nale has made it a point to incorporate a variety of bands for Movin' On this year with hopes they will mesh into an alluring conglomerate.
New Palmer exhibit gets tangled in history
Twisted branches and roots cover the ground and scale the walls, gossamer gowns dangle from the ceiling and various hands reach out from a mulch-covered ground. All this and more exist in the work of Betye Saar.
Playmate becomes local celebrity with fraternities
Pam Luu received over 1,300 E-mail messages last month. Poems, letters and even a picture of a penis have flooded into her computer mailbox.
Hills alive with sound of Panic
In reaction to the cancellation of the Annual Beta Sigma Beta Sy Barash Regatta for this year, Widespread Panic is sweeping through the University community.
No cheese found on this Cracker
With the release of their third album, The Golden Age, Cracker delivers a new style of rock without betraying the roots of their existence.
Young and Modern magazine, designers bring fashion fun to HUB lawn
Volleyball, fashion shows, makeovers and many other free activities were scheduled for Tuesday afternoon on the HUB lawn when Young and Modern magazine and the Student Union Board sponsored YM Campus Blast '96.
Jason Likes Science -- and music, too
"You aren't gonna eat that, are you?"
'Whispers' provides taste of REALITY
Reality can strike a person hard -- especially when that reality is AIDS and having to face a society that is not as embracing and caring as a person would hope for.
Hilarious 'Disaster' flirts with greatness
The movie Flirting With Disaster jokes about erections, bad acid trips, oral sex and support bras.
Warning: 'Brain Candy' harmful to funny bone
Don't look now folks, but I'm about to give a bad review.
Conan conquers late night TV
What's the first thing you think of to ask late night talk-show host Conan O'Brien when he randomly decides to call?
Now and then
Not too many people own a hot pink and white striped designer dress from 1960s Paris or a medieval-style wedding gown handwoven out of silk and flown in from China.
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Collegian Editorial
More than 24
Earth Day shouldn't have to be a one-day reminder to care
Reader Forum
Rebecca Stambanis:
Objectivists' hidden agenda a Klan mentality
Collegian Columnist
Lena Blynn:
Whiny 'Penn State Student Mantra' forgets the positives
Collegian Columnist
Tess Thompson:
Ignorance ultimate obstacle to understanding sexual assault
Reader Opinion
