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Friday, Feb. 19, 1999
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David Heasty
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Thon kicks off
The noise from hundreds of excited students rumbled through Rec Hall last night as dancers, committee members, families and spectators awaited the kickoff of the 1999 Interfraternity Council/Panhellenic Dance Marathon. |
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Another 48 hours
With the 1999 Interfraternity Council/Panhellenic Dance Marathon starting at 7 p.m. today, dancers have been making last-minute preparations in anticipation of the 48-hour event.
Affirmative action merits for minorities discussed
Two Larrys from opposite sides of the continent debated affirmative action last night at Schwab Auditorium.
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Community celebrates the Year of the Rabbit
A group of 25 children banged their tin cans loudly, waiting anxiously for the treat that was coming -- the start of the Lunar New Year Dragon Dance Parade. |
Voluntary confession now easier to admit in Virginia
The Supreme Court's 1966 decision in Miranda v. Arizona guaranteed suspects would be informed by police of their rights to remain silent, have a lawyer present for questioning and have a court-appointed lawyer.
Plans for unoccupied lots being finalized downtown
Plans are taking shape for two unoccupied lots in the downtown area that may bring more vitality, life and shoppers to State College, a local developer said.
Fasts, sacrifices mark onset of Lenten season
For many Christians, Wednesday marked the beginning of Lent, a season of preparation for Easter during which many will make personal sacrifices for their beliefs.
Chiropractors offer back relief to aching students
Tension across the neck and shoulders. Lower-back pain. Headaches. All of these problems may be synonymous with the midterm exams many students are facing, and visiting a chiropractor might be the solution.
Police Log
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Lady cagers seek revenge vs. Ohio State
It will be 54 days this Sunday, but the memory still lingers in the mind of Maren Walseth. |
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Gymmen viewing home contest with No. 5 Illinois as road meet
This weekend is not actually a home meet for the No. 1 Penn State men's gymnastics team even though it is hosting No. 5 Illinois at 7 p.m. tomorrow in The Bryce Jordan Center.
Thon's move to Rec Hall forces gymwomen to Jordan Center
After two weeks on the road, the Penn State women's gymnastics team is back home.
Freshmen sluggers Richmond, Wright compete for starting spot
Last season, Adam Beers did it all for the Penn State baseball team.
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Icers to face Seneca in last home match
It's going to be a battle of the unknown defending champions. |
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Purdue next challenge for cagers
It is the same old story for the Penn State men's basketball team.
Three Nittany Lions at scouting combine
The first step toward realizing the dream of playing in the NFL began yesterday for former Penn State offensive tackle Floyd Wedderburn at the NFL Scouting Combine and starts today for former Nittany Lions defensive end Brad Scioli and wide receiver Joe Nastasi.
Lady sluggers begin season in tournament
Listening to coach Robin Petrini, one might think her Penn State softball team plans on swimming through the Bermuda Triangle this weekend.
Young starting pitchers left to fill void left by Bump's departure
For every other team in the Big Ten, this weekend marks the beginning of the 1999 collegiate baseball season.
Netmen to do battle with Toledo, American
The No. 60 Penn State men's tennis team (3-1, 1-0 Big Ten) will begin its home schedule this weekend, hosting American at 10 a.m. tomorrow and Toledo at 2 p.m. Sunday at the Penn State Tennis Club.
Joyride
With his long, lanky arms wrapped around Jean Celestin, Nate Parker sits back.
Spikers seeking stability in trio of tough road matches
A weekend full of challenges on the road lies ahead for the Penn State men's volleyball team as it continues its search for consistency.
'What if?' Cagers' unlucky season leaving fans asking that question
My Opinion: Craig Kackenmeister
Perfect balance
Like it or not, athletes are stereotyped. Whether it's the football player taking remedial math or the basketball guard with more sneakers than Nike, blanketing beliefs abound in sports.
Trackwomen go to OSU for championships
If you're looking for parity in the world of women's indoor track, the Big Ten is not the place to go.
Bring on Big Tens
As highly competitive as Big Ten athletics are recognized to be -- indoor track is no exception.
Support Thon
Collegian Editorial: Be proud, support everyone involved in Thon this weekend.
Thon provides inspiration, motivation for cancer survivor
Guest Column: David Lys
Letters to the Editor
Thon must grow until there’s a cure; Competition necessary to raise more money; All PSU campuses need equal resources;
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Existential viewing
The University Resident Theatre Company will premiere The Windows of Albert Camus at 8 p.m. Wednesday in the Playhouse Theatre. |
Local dance company promotes traditional and modern dance
Local dance company promotes traditional and modern dance through training, teaching.
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Vintage specs are hot
The hottest styles in eyewear these days look like they were from a page torn directly from dad's old yearbook. Blink as you may -- big, bold frames from the '50s and '60s have been making a comeback. |  |
James' adventures in Piercing
Week four: The tragus
Not much truth in Shakespeare in Love
The film has numerous other inaccuracies leading the audience astray from history. One of the harder plot lines to believe is Shakespeare's most famous love story, Romeo and Juliet, is based on a love that didn't quite exist.
Alterity politics and rhetorical suburban dissent: Say what?
Jeffrey T. Nealon, an associate professor of English, examines the value of difference in his recently published book, "Alterity Politics: Ethics and Performative Subjectivity."
C'est la beat
In a country where frog's legs and snails are a delicacy, great musical innovations aren't expected. But in the past year, a French house scene has emerged and many people are calling it "Magnifique."
New Demeter brings terror
Improvements in technology have made the sound quality of compact discs in the '90s superb -- so, of course, some bands feel it's necessary to rebel against this and make their CDs sound like they were recorded in a garage with "My First Sony."
Clutch, Emily's Toybox, cause frenzy at Crowbar
Emily's Toybox, Drown and Clutch played a very energetic show Wednesday night at Crowbar, 420 E. College Ave. Few people seemed to pay attention, though -- they were too busy slam-dancing into each other in a manic frenzy.
Commercialization: The Grim Reaper of alternative music
In an age when groups like Eve 6 rule the airwaves, this question is hard to answer. Alternative music has become diluted and hard to define and listeners have noticed the trend.
Bryce Jordan Center plays host to 'former infatuation junkie' and Garbage this weekend
Alanis Morissette and Garbage will perform at 8 p.m. Sunday in The Bryce Jordan Center. The show originally was scheduled for this past Tuesday and tickets for the original date will be honored.
Book sale raises more than $97,000
The State College branch of the American Association of University Women’s 38th annual book sale raised more than $97,000 by selling more than 200,000 used books.
Weekend Spotlight
Screaming Ducks play 15th anniversary show; Bluegrass band to play at HUB;
Online editors for this issue:
Tim Swift
Jennifer Eck
