Back Issues
Friday, Feb. 21, 1997
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STRAIGHT appeals USG decision
Students Reinforcing Adherence In General Heterosexual Tradition will get another chance to become an official University organization next week, said Barbara Copland, advisor of the Student Organization Appeals Board.
ACLU backs STRAIGHT
The PA and University chapters of the ACLU have come out in defense of STRAIGHT and its right to form an official organization.
Panel discussion teaches perils of alcohol, drug abuse
Drinking is a problem at Penn State, say several administrators and faculty. But many at the University are trying to conquer their personal problems with alcohol -- while helping others.
Women drinkers risk more than hangovers While it is common knowledge that women generally have a lower tolerance of alcohol, many may not know why that is or what it means to the female body.
Islam leader speaks on Malcolm X
When Malcolm X went to Mecca, he drank from the same glass, ate from the same plate and prayed next to fellow Muslims who ranged from Africans to those with the bluest eyes and blondest hair.
USG Town Caucus names two new student senators
Robert Gallo (junior-premedicine) and Brad Solensky (sophomore-engineering) were appointed as town senators by the Town Caucus during committee break at the senate meeting Tuesday night.
Freshman Congressman visits students in HUB Reading Room
U.S. Rep. John Peterson, R-Pa., made it a point yesterday to shake hands and make introductory chatter with almost every person attending his presentation in the HUB Reading Room. And there were fewer than 20 people there.
International Festival to bring tastes of world to University
The Office of International Students, International Student Council (ISC) and many other student organizations will sponsor a number of events including food stands, exhibits and performances from a variety of countries as a part the 23rd annual International Festival.
Local candidate announcements
Candidates announce intent to run for various local positions.
Tragedy not a factor in plans
The streets of downtown State College were flooded with students looking for a good time last weekend -- and alcoholic drinks, most agreed, would be their beverages of choice despite two recent alcohol-related accidents.
Reporter want ad
Police log
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Lady Lions need big win
What a long, strange trip it's been.
Spikers intimidating to Div. III Colonials
After Wednesday night's match against Penn State, all Juniata outside hitter Tim Shawaryn could do was shake his head.
Stumbling Spartans next for cagers
For the entire season, Penn State and Northwestern have been the worst teams in the Big Ten. Now, though, there may be a third squad -- Michigan State -- knocking on the basement door.
Grapplers set for two ranked teams
It is the last of the regular season matches for the Penn State wrestling team, but the season is just beginning.
Icers look to continue solid play in home stand against MSU; prep for nationals
With anticipation of this year's ACHA national championship tournament growing, the Icers prepare to take on the Michigan State Spartans in a two-game series this weekend at the ice pavilion, starting at 9 tonight and concluding at 3:30 p.m. tomorrow.
Lady Linksters look to Spring
Practicing for a spring sport during the winter can be difficult.
Sports briefs
- Linksters to test field in Jacksonville
- Laxers visit Maryland for second scrimmage
- Lady sluggers play Bloomsburg in Holuba
- Netwomen hit road to Princeton Invitational
Gymmen take on No. 1 Ohio State
If Tigger were the Penn State men's gymnastics coach, he would have a team of bouncy, trouncy gymnasts in no time. Just imagine what a difference tops made out of rubber and bottoms made out of springs would make on floor exercises.
Gymwomen face Utah at home
For the Penn State women's gymnastics team, it may seem like an eternity since its last home meet. In reality, the last time the Lady Lions were in the friendly confines of Rec Hall was just over a month ago.
Trackmen's Groves wants 'middle of the pack' finish
The Penn State men's indoor track team will be out to get some revenge tomorrow morning when it travels to Iowa to begin competing in the Big Ten championships.
Penn State, Purdue to challenge Badgers
It looks as if Wisconsin will be the only team challenging powerhouse Illinois at the 1997 Big Ten indoor women's track and field championships. Teams such as Penn State and Purdue may surprise those who think the Badgers and the Illini have the tournament sewn up.
After faltering last weekend, sluggers hope to pick up wins
Penn State baseball coach Joe Hindelang considered last weekend's games against Virginia and North Carolina-Wilmington tests.
Netmen travel to take on No. 36 Northwestern
The time is now for the Penn State men's tennis team. The Nittany Lions won't be able to ease into this spring season, as they face two tough Big Ten teams this weekend.
Boxers set for competition at Shippensburg
Penn State boxing coach Bill Wrable knows the more experience his boxers gain now, the better off they'll be in the long run. For that reason, Wrable tries to arrange bouts each week for as many of his boxers as possible.
44-0 possible for Penn State fencing team
Hundreds of sports teams begin every season hoping for the perfect season. Slowly but surely the number of teams dwindles to a small few by the end of the season.
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Collegian Editorial
USG overlooked substantial reasons for chartering group
My opinion
Collegian columnist Tess Thompson describes what she thinks a STRAIGHT meeting would be like.
Reader Forum
- Court justice defends denial of charter: Bryan C. Weis responds to two letters from Feb. 18.
- Beware of tampered E-mail messages: Joe Blechman (freshman-business) tells students to be aware of E-mail tampering.
- Donate your general deposit for class gift: Nathan Nair asks students to donate their money to student class gift.
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Star Wars Returns
Twenty years after Star Wars first blasted its way onto the screen in May 1977, the Force, it seems, is still with us.
Star Wars toys for collecting, not chewing
In 1977, many children were diagnosed with a long-term illness known as Star Wars fever.
Rebel, Imperial fleets invade cyberspace
Since the release of Star Wars Special Edition, we have been inundated with images and sounds from the movie. It seems like the only thing on TV anymore is Star Wars commercials.
Minor movie characters get new life in sci-fi novels
The recent mania surrounding the re-release of the Star Wars Trilogy has ignited the already burgeoning field of Star Wars novels.
Star Wars fans anxiously await second trilogy of prequels
After years of rumors and speculation, George Lucas is finally going ahead with his long-promised production of the Star Wars saga: the sequels.
New scenes, restoration draw more people to theaters to explore the Force of Star Wars
The promise of "a few new surprises" has drawn many people to the theater during the last two weeks to see Star Wars: Special Edition.
Reporter has first big-screen experience with Star Wars
Judging by the $99 million it raked in during its first two weeks of re-release, it is apparent that 20 years of special-effects upgrades and swelling budgets have not abated the popularity of the film sensation known as Star Wars.
Award-winning score has viewers humming along with the movie
Han Solo, Luke Skywalker, Princess Leia . . . John Williams?
Veteran Star Wars buff braces new generation for craze
My parents are two of the most patient, tolerant people imaginable.
Space babe Leia flaunts a rare feminist flair
Science fiction fans looking for the stereotypical space-babe in Star Wars will probably find themselves looking elsewhere for a voluptuous, scantily clad vixen in stiletto heels.
Star Wars fanatics queue for 2nd chance at Empire
Armed with sleeping bags, pillows and even an occasional blaster, faithful Star Wars fans camped outside Carmike Cinema 5, 116 Hiester St., yesterday afternoon in an attempt to get tickets to the second film of the sci-fi trilogy, The Empire Strikes Back: Special Edition.
Thespians bring back SchoolHouse Rock
How many people really understand the rules of grammar? Does anyone really understand how to use a conjunction? Well, SchoolHouse Rock can make it all simple for you if you just read on:
