Back Issues
[ Monday, Feb. 22, 1999 ]

Stacy Olenoski

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Thon shatters record Penn State students broke several money records again this year, raising $2,530,142.48 overall for the Four Diamonds Fund at the 1999 Interfraternity Council/Panhellenic Dance Marathon.

HUB cracking down on theft
The HUB apparently has become the new hotbed for criminal activity, and the management of the Union Street eateries is taking action to stop its customers from stealing food.

Poet shares visions for social change
With nearly 200 pairs of eyes focused upon her, poet Sonia Sanchez read selections of her work Thursday night at the Paul Robeson Cultural Center.

Body love focus of eating disorder week
In an expanded effort to recognize National Eating Disorder Awareness Week, HealthWorks is sponsoring a number of activities and seminars on campus Wednesday.

Legislators, activists discuss hate crimes, same-sex benefits at town meeting
With the goal of encouraging a dialogue about the concerns of the lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgendered community, state legislators, community activists and students met Saturday morning for a town meeting.

Santorum focuses on Social Security
U.S. Sen. Rick Santorum, R-Pa., stressed the importance of planning for the future, including social security reform, to a group of students Friday at the HUB.

Area emission tests confuse motorists
If a student owns a car registered in the Pittsburgh or Philadelphia area, they have probably found it's nearly impossible to complete the required annual emissions inspections in Centre County.

Chicken pox vaccine prevents itchy illness
Although Penn State does not require all incoming students to receive the chicken pox vaccine, those who have not been affected with the itchy red bumps might want to consider it.

Men of vision compete for Mr. Black Penn State crown In the presence of a lively Friday evening crowd, male contestants strutted their stuff at the 18th annual Mr. Black Penn State Pageant.

Spanier heads to Harrisburg to field questions on money
Penn State President Graham Spanier plans to spend today and tomorrow in Harrisburg to ask state legislators to allocate more money to the university.

College of Communications' student council reorganizes
To involve more students, the College of Communications' student council is reorganizing the way it fulfills its goals, beginning with a collegewide election for the new officers.

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Cagers upend No. 17 Purdue Penn State men's basketball decided to put an end to its six-game losing streak Saturday by sending the No. 17 Purdue Boilermakers and their fans home disappointed after pulling off a 78-70 upset victory at Mackey Arena.

No.1 gymmen knock off No. 5 Illinois
The Penn State men's gymnastics team proved once again this weekend why it is the top team in the country, knocking off No. 5 Illinois 224.0-222.9 at The Bryce Jordan Center.

Seneca falls
Although many teams would not consider scoring an average of three goals per game an offensive slump, Penn State coach Joe Battista would. Especially when his defense is giving up 2.5 goals per game.

Swimwomen finish fifth behind Jaax
On the heels of diver Jaime Jaax's three-meter board championship and a multitude of strong swimming performances, the Penn State women's swimming and diving team grabbed fifth place at this weekend's Big Ten Championships in Minneapolis. It was the team's highest finish since 1994.

Sweet revenge The No. 16 Penn State women's basketball team ended its regular season yesterday by settling some unfinished business with Ohio State.

Gymwomen upset Alabama
Penn State women's gymnastics fans may have been feeling a bit of déjà vu Friday night as the team hosted No. 2 Alabama.

Grays paces cagers off bench in win
The Penn State men's basketball team found itself in a shooting contest with No. 21 Purdue in the first four minutes of Saturday's game, but Nittany Lions coach Jerry Dunn had the answer sitting on his bench.

Lady Sluggers finish last in tournament
The Penn State softball team earned its first win of the season. But in the process, the Lady Lions were smacked with five losses.

Icers bid seniors adieu
My Opinion: Kevin Bricker

Netmen crush Toledo, American
The players on the Penn State men's tennis team knew the importance of this weekend. They knew how important it was to open their home schedule with victories. They knew how important it was to win their non-conference matches.

Laxers have positive outlook on upcoming season
Last year, with one of the toughest schedules in the nation, the Nittany Lions came one win away from qualifying for the playoffs. Bitter losses at the hands of Duke, Delaware and Hobart sent the Lions packing. But now they have a clean slate and a new chance to finally get the monkey off their backs.

Wrestlers split in Great Lakes state
Yesterday in East Lansing, Mich., Parker decisioned No. 3 Spartan Pat McNamara in a huge upset to lead the No. 10 Nittany Lions to a 25-14 victory against No. 23 Michigan State.

Spikers win two of three
The Penn State men's volleyball team was down time and again this weekend, but its never-say-die attitude translated into two wins out of three matches.

Going strong
Collegian Editorial: Hundreds deserve congratulations for a strong Thon weekend.

Black men need to reclaim their traditional role as leaders
My opinion: Letrell Crittenden

Letters to the Editor
Harsh words shouldn’t be directed at Thon; Not all of Constitution still relevant today; Candidate supports private decision making; ‘Real diversity’ disregards skin color

Feature photo: Thank PS...U

Musician searches for lyrics
Some experiences can only be described in so many words. But their musical interpretations are endless.