Back Issues
Tuesday, Feb. 25, 1997
----------------------------NEWS----------------------------Spanier speaks to Greek system
During an informal question-and-answer session last night, University President Graham Spanier addressed the concerns of Interfraternity Council members at Delta Sigma Phi fraternity, 508 Locust Lane.
Fires tamed with students' help
Many University students are involved in activities outside of classes. Some are members of a fraternity or sorority, some play sports -- and some save lives.
ARHS sends RCC recommendations to CAC
After nearly two weeks of discussion and information gathering, the Association of Residence Hall Students voted to send their recommendations to the Center for Academic Computing regarding the implementation of resident computer consultants in all dorms.
Adult learners make the grade at PSU
Penny London decided to begin her college education a few years ago. Although it's an experience that altered her lifestyle, it is also a choice she is happy with, she explained while reclining on the orange couch in the lounge of the Center for Adult Learner Services.
Low hopes
University President Graham Spanier has his first chance to request more University appropriations from the state legislature this morning -- he is going to the state Senate to talk about the University's financial needs.
University budget now available via Internet
The Bryce Jordan Center's budget. The cost of the University's fire insurance.
Minority students seek roles
Both the burdens and the opportunities of being a minority in university life were the topics of discussion last night during a speech and open forum session in Boucke Building.
Black History Month Biography: Thurgood Marshall
Increased traffic forces CATA to consider changing routes
New routes may be coming down the road by late summer for the Centre Area Transportation Authority.
Air bag safety pops into community's eye
Last week, members of the State College Optimist Club distributed pamphlets in an effort to educate the community on the proper use of air bags.
Parents of drowned student will receive son's diploma
The death of a University student in December has been ruled an accidental drowning by the Collier County Medical Examiner's Office in Florida, the Collier County Sheriff's Office said yesterday.
PMS often gets false stereotype
PMS -- to many women these letters spell irritability, anxiety, depression, breast tenderness, mood swings, fatigue, lower back pain and food cravings.
Police log
----------------------------SPORTS----------------------------
Collins given sixth season by NCAA
Penn State defensive back Jason Collins can at last finalize his plans for the upcoming school year.
Spikers the main attraction against Royals
Volleyball fans from Harrisonburg, Va., will pack Eastern Mennonite's gym tonight to watch No. 2 Penn State (15-1, EIVA 4-0) play the Royals (5-11, EIVA 0-4).
Cagers to face inconsistent Illini
When Illinois and Penn State met for the first time this season, Nittany Lion freshman walk-on Tim McGovern was forced into a prominent role at point guard, Lion forward Rahsaan Carlton injured his right foot less than a minute into the game and the Lions eventually lost, 85-70.
Alumni not guaranteed to receive football tickets
Are you graduating soon? Are you counting on alumni season football tickets to get you to all the home games the next few years? If you are, you may want to think about an alternative way to get into Beaver Stadium.
Freshman surprise big key for Icers
In order to go far in the ACHA National Tournament, a team needs a few essentials: a stingy defense to hold other teams off the board, solid goaltending to make up for any mistakes the defense might let slip through and a reliable sniper to cash in on the chances the offense generates.
McNutt throws his weight around in football, track
College athletes have it tough.
Record-setting day for Bosler at Big Tens
The Penn State women's indoor track and field team didn't improve on last year's fourth-place Big Ten standing.
Trackman Loner is just that in the Big Tens winner's circle
Despite Joe Loner's record-breaking victory in the 800-meter run, the Penn State men's indoor track team could not avoid finishing in 10th place for a second consecutive year at Big Ten indoor track and field championships.
Sluggers back on track with three-game sweep
Consider the Nittany Lion baseball team back in business.
McCoy, Neidlinger integral in grappler victory
Penn State wrestling coach John Fritz sat down after the Lock Haven match Friday night and smiled.
Wilson makes mission of becoming top gymnast possible
During her floor exercise routine, Lady Lion freshman Ashley Wilson performed to the modern version of the opening theme of Mission: Impossible. In only her second month as a Lady Lion, Wilson has shown her mission of being an integral contributor to the team is indeed possible.
Swimwomen flounder at Big Ten tournament
The Big Ten swimming and diving championships during the weekend were to serve as the pinnacle of the Penn State women's swimming team's season. Instead, they turned out to be more of a depression.
Lady laxers ready for start of season
Although the women's lacrosse team's season wouldn't start for another 24 days, Lady Lion coach Julie Williams couldn't help but feel thrilled at spring sports media day on Feb. 12.
----------------------------OPINION----------------------------
Collegian Editorial
Police, students must help stop unsafe, immature drinking
My opinion
Collegian columnist Kevin Gardner comments about the different issues that have been raised since the USG rejection of STRAIGHT
Reader Forum
- STRAIGHT threatens sense of safety for gays: Kimberlie Kranich explains how STRAIGHT threatens lesbian and gays' safety from a victim point of view.
- Supreme court ruling only appropriate choice: Jim Testerman congratulates USG for denying STRAIGHT a charter.
- Apologizing for slavery will not undo damage: Alex de Jesus says the government should spend money on acts that will make a difference rather than on apologizing for slavery.
