Back Issues
Monday, Mar. 17, 1997
----------------------------NEWS----------------------------Council zones in on students
The State College Borough Council meeting tonight will be a chance for students' voices to be heard on the amendment of two controversial zoning ordinances.
Non-Irish sport St. Patrick's Day spirit
Amid the patches of ice around State College, green shamrocks are popping up in American businesses for St. Patrick's Day.
Local pubs anticipate holiday party problems
The traditionally large number of students drinking and partying on St. Patrick's Day have prompted area clubs and police to increase security, but few problems are expected today.
Six months later, HUB shooting remembered
Today is the six-month mark since Jillian Robbins killed one University student and seriously injured another after opening fire with a high-power rifle on the HUB lawn. But not even the medicine of a half year can heal some of the wounds inflicted that day.
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Trial date set for suspect in stabbing death of Fergus
The trial of Walter Chruby, the suspect in the stabbing death of State College resident Ruth Fergus, is set to begin on June 11 and run through the end of the month, Centre County District Attorney Ray Gricar said.
Seconds count for local ambulances
The scanner crackles and the call comes in that someone has been hit by a car on College Avenue near Garner Street.
Proximity of ambulances in emergency situations creates frustrations
In some emergency situations -- a broken leg or a cut hand -- a few minutes will not make a difference.
Sailing anchors new meaning of life
I've got a secret. Better yet, let's call it a good story.
Robbins awaits trial in mental hospital
The area resident accused of shooting and killing a University student on the HUB lawn Sept. 17, 1996, is not waiting for her trial in a jail cell surrounded by convicts and the accused awaiting trials.
Spalla fund attracts donors
In all the years Matt Kane has worked as director of the Altoona Area Public Library, he has never seen such an outpouring of generosity and support for a memorial fund.
Ten-year-old murder of student remains unsolved
Ten years after a University student was murdered during spring break in her Allen Street apartment, police continue to look for her killer.
Police log
----------------------------SPORTS----------------------------
Again, Iowa wins Big Ten wrestling title
The Hawkeyes win their 24th straight Big Ten title, but Penn State's fourth-place finish is good enough for NCAA qualification.
Desperation ends in Icer defeat
ANN ARBOR, Mich.-- Penn State's bid for a national championship was derailed by Iowa State, as the Icers fell to the Cyclones, 5-4, March 7 in a game that was in doubt until the final buzzer.
Injured gymwomen limp to third-place finish
Being at less than full strength has been common for the Penn State women's gymnastics team. When the Lady Lions faced Florida and Iowa State on March 7, they had to battle through the injury problems again.
Spikers win AU tourney
Penn State cruised to three wins and captured the championship of American University's Volleyball Tournament last week in San Juan, Puerto Rico.
Lady laxers end week with win
Instead of relaxing on a warm beach, the Penn State women's lacrosse team spent its spring break playing on artificial turf against fierce competition.
Lady laxers slow to get out of the starting blocks
The Penn State women's lacrosse team starts its season off 2-2. This is the thrid season in a row the team had a lackluster start.
Despite slow start, sluggers double wins
The Nittany Lion baseball team spent its Spring Break in Texas, winning three games and doubling its win total for the season.
Netmen snatch up pair of victories
Rebounding from a four-game slide, the Penn State men's tennis team take two landslide wins.
Cycling club takes No. 1 ranking to nationals
The Penn State cycling club gets set to compete in a rigorous competition that tests skills in all aspects of cycling.
Lady sluggers leave Florida with wins
The improvement for the Penn State softball team is continuing under first-year coach Robin Petrini. The Lady Lions went 6-4 during their spring break trek through Florida.
Fencers hold court at regionals, set NCAA lineup
The Penn State fencing team has its lineup set for next weekend's NCAA tournament. The Nittany and Lady Lions qualified the maximum number of 10 fencers.
Sports Column
Collegian Sports Columnist Don Wagner explains his six step recovery for the Cagers.
----------------------------OPINION----------------------------
Collegian Editorial
Struggles of women in history not an issue of the past
My opinion
Collegian columnist Yvonne Rasor says denial of same-sex partner benefits holds back future
Reader opinion
- Women of PSU more than just bodies: Jennifer H. Domsicz (senior-chemistry) appeals to any Penn State woman who may be considering
posing for "The Women of the Big Ten" Playboy issue.
- Students are adults, even those under 21: Collegian alumna Laura Pace Lilley says students must have
responsibility.
- Penn State Survive helps assault victims
