Back Issues
Wednesday, April 30, 1997
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No place like home
Home sweet home. Phi Kappa Theta fraternity will return to its house at 338 E. Fairmount Ave. after not occupying the property for about six years.
Senior students choose dorms
Several posters, two bulletin boards, an adjoining closet, a dresser and mirror set, the trademark brown phone and a micro-fridge line room 448 in Simmons Hall.
Vince Gill to play Jordan Center
Country star Vince Gill will perform at 7:30 p.m. June 20 at The Bryce Jordan Center, with opening act Bryan White.
Commons compost program leads way
Redifer Dining Commons' pilot compost program takes recycling to the next level.
Lady Lion water teams volunteer their time
Through their volunteer efforts, the Lady Lion swimming and diving team proves teamwork is something that exists not only in the competition arena, but in every aspect of life.
Hale-Bopp to disappear soon
Star gazers in the northern hemisphere have until the end of May to observe the Hale-Bopp Comet with the naked eye -- after May, the comet will not be visible again for more than 2,000 years, said Daniel Weedman, professor of astronomy at the University.
Multicultural leaders get recognition
The Multicultural Resource Center gave out awards to outstanding leaders, volunteers and scholars Friday, said Christy Rambeau, University news bureau manager.
Committee forms to discuss eastern loop
Plans for a multi-million dollar road project will be discussed tonight at the College Township Municipal Building, 1481 E. College Ave.
Coalition leader plans to continue guidance
When Arun Unni, president of the Asian American Student Coalition, graduates next month, his efforts and presence on this campus will be missed. But he will continue to make his mark at other universities.
University's interest in Burma sparks student call for action
Members of Students for a Democratic Burma worked to collect signatures last week for a petition to encourage the University to use its votes as a stockholder in the U.S.- based oil company Unocal to influence the company to end its involvement in Burma.
Restaurants join the fight against AIDS
Restaurant owners and customers will join together today with a show of support for The AIDS Project, in an event called Out on the Town.
High School student gives view on borough debate
Emily Rehring, an area high school student, said she feels the proposed housing amendment isn't the answer State College housing woes.
Ellen's closet door smashes TV taboo
After months of guessing, lots of scrutiny and even more excitement, the door will finally open tonight on "Ellen."
USG appoints executive staff
Hours into its final meeting of the semester, the Undergraduate Student Government Senate approved the last appointment of executive directors.
Asian advocate addresses racism
on Ying, the first Asian advocacy assistant dean at the University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign, wandered around the topic of Asian-American advocacy at the University last night.
Feature Photo
Police Log
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No respect
After losing to Cal State Northridge in 1993, Penn State's third straight loss in the NCAA semifinals, a distraught Nittany Lion squad sat in the locker room of Pauley Pavilion and wondered if things would ever change.
Spikers dominate with six on All-EIVA team
Even if the 1997 men's volleyball team doesn't win the NCAA championship this weekend in Columbus, Ohio, it has put itself in a position to be considered one of the greatest teams ever at Penn State.
Tae kwon do club gets kicked by lack of funds
All eight members of the Penn State tae kwon do club who competed at the Pennsylvania tournament two weeks ago won medals and qualified to compete in the national championship tournament in Berkeley, Calif., next week.
Lady sluggers search for breaks against Kent
After losing three straight one-run games during the weekend, members of the Penn State softball team are wondering when any momentum might start to shift their way.
Sports brief
Another commitment for Lion football team
Sports Column
Collegian columnist Matt DiFebo pays tribute to a great hero.
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Collegian Editorial
Pa.'s entrance into the tobacco showdown is a good step
My Opinion
Collegian Columnist Jim Kinney reflects on his future after talking to a gas station attendant.
My Opinion
Collegian columnist Dennis M. Kalup answers some of the questions he has learned in the last four years.
My Opinion
Collegian columnist Stephanie G. Rosenfeld talks about her upcoming journey.
Reader opinion
- Speech Communication plan will help students
- Class of 1997: Tailgate with 'almost alumni'
- Careless photographing bothers crowd member
