Back Issues
[ Tuesday, March 2, 1999 ]

Chris McNelis

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Men in majority at PSU, contrary to trends of U.S.
When it comes to university enrollment trends, consider Penn State the rebel.

Commonwealth campus visits bring Spanier closer to students
Although distance and time may be a hindering factor, Penn State President Graham Spanier is working to stay connected with the Commonwealth Campuses and Colleges.

Music companies fight use of MP3s
Six companies have decided to fight music piracy on the Internet by offering a better but more secure service.

Users of Internet auctions growing
Online auctions are becoming a popular alternative to traveling from store to store for many people.

Alcoholics' children cope with emotions, issues
When eager students leave for college, they experience a range of emotions including excitement, fear and anticipation. But for those who are adult children of alcoholics (ACOA), something else may accompany leaving home: guilt.

Council will approve sidewalk amendment
The State College Borough Council voted last night to amend a zoning ordinance that would help maintain downtown vitality

Grant to preserve Snow Shoe area
Even in Centre County, open space is becoming rare and in an effort to preserve disappearing land, a grant has been awarded to a local conservation project.

Center studies effect of plastics on agriculture and horticulture
Plastic mulch, plastic drip irrigation, plastic hay bale wraps, plastic pots, plastic row covers and plastic greenhouse covers.

Feature Photo: Cereal killers

Officials outline procedure during seizure
Although witnessing a seizure can be frightening to a person who has never dealt with one before, knowing what to do in such a situation could prevent serious injury.

Defense files appeal in Brandt murder conviction
The Commonwealth v. Brandt case was motioned for an appeal Thursday by Centre County Chief Public Defender and Brandt's attorney, David Crowley.

Judge orders briefs in Covener case
Pre-trial motions have yet to be ruled on in the computer tampering case involving former Undergraduate Student Government Senate President Jason Covener.

State Police investigate fatal shooting in Walker Township
The Pennsylvania State Police at Rockview reported yesterday they are investigating a fatal shooting that occurred late Saturday night in Walker Township, according to a press release.

Police Log

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Pollock goes from record to sideline
Dan Pollock has gone from an all-time assist leader to a man in search of playing time.

141-pound weight class at Big Tens to be difficult
With four wrestlers ranked in the top eight in the country and five in the top 20, the 141-pound weight class should be one of the most competitive divisions at this weekend's Big Ten Championships.

Joe Cool Joe Crispin didn't know it, but when he sank a 3-pointer in overtime against Ohio State Saturday after missing his first of the period, he was not only saving the game for Penn State, but possibly his life as well.

Lady cagers withstand rusty start, rain vs. Spartans
Through rain, sleet, snow or dark of night the Penn State women's basketball team will find a way to win. Well, through rain at least.

Lady laxers open season with champs
Penn State women's lacrosse coach Julie Williams will not need a lot of time to find out where her squad stands coming into the start of the new season.

Move to 149-pound weight class may hurt Walizer in seedings
For Biff Walizer, the Big Ten Wrestling Championships seem to be his time of the year.

Icers' Annexy plays bigger than most
Anthony Annexy is not your typical little guy.

Lady Icers dominate Cougars
The Penn State Lady Icers (9-4-1) finished the best season in their three-year history Saturday by dominating the Chatham Cougars, 8-0.

Monkey off their backs
There were no monkeys on the sideline of Holuba Hall amidst the loyal Penn State followers or the travelling Notre Dame faithful, but there sure were enough references to the hairy creatures.

Trackwomen take fourth in Boston; Walker lone qualifier for nationals
In a meet where the Penn State women's indoor track team was hoping to focus on individual performances, by entering a few athletes into NCAA Indoor Nationals in Indianapolis, the Lady Lions recorded one of their better team finishes of the year.

Lady linksters second in record field
The Penn State women's golf team left State College last Thursday for Fort Worth, Texas, hoping for a good showing but not knowing what to expect.

Netwomen drop two at home
This past weekend was a tough one for the Penn State women's tennis team as it dropped a heartbreaker to Michigan State Saturday and another close one to Michigan Sunday, both at the Penn State Tennis Center.

Netmen shutout by No. 16 Harvard
The Penn State men's tennis team hit a roadblock this past weekend in Harvard, and was outplayed by one of the top teams in the country.

Overreaction
Collegian Editorial: HUB should relax security, possibility of stealing nonexistent.

Line must be drawn between having crushes and stalking
My opinion: Debbie Turchetta

Letters to the Editor
USG does address alcohol issues; Pa. doesn’t offer enough opportunities; Everyone’s success not based on merit alone; Exercise essential to positive body image.