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Back Issues
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Friday, March 26, 1999
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GRAPHIC: David Heasty
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STRAIGHT disbands due to lack of membership
Due to lack of membership STRAIGHT will cease to exist by the end of the semester.
NATO airstrikes spark debate at Penn State
Political science students and professors disagreed about the recent airstrikes against Serb forces in Yugoslavia yesterday.
USG candidates tackle same-sex partner benefits
Undergraduate Student Government presidential and vice presidential candidates get their way, the administration will be forced to reconsider its decision on same sex partner benefits.
University works to recruit more diverse students during Achievers Weekend
Although Penn State reached a record high in minority enrollment for Fall Semester 1998 and is currently ranked second in the Big Ten for minority retention, the administration is still striving for an increase in minority student numbers.
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PSU researching computer options
Looking toward the future of technology, the Faculty Senate Computer Ownership and Access Committee is currently researching computer options for incoming freshmen.
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Feature photo: Construction continues |
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Agencies seek to curb abuse through use of methadone
Several Pennsylvania drug and alcohol agencies are attempting to combat narcotics abuse -- by using other narcotics.
Golf course discussions continue
The State College Planning Commission continued discussions on the possibility of building on or around the Penn State Golf Courses, 1523 W. College Ave., at its meeting last night.
Historical blacks topic of weekend conference
African Americans have contributed greatly to the economy and the creation of public policies, yet many are not aware of this, said Deborah Atwater, head of the department for African and African-American studies.
PSU Catholic Community announces Easter schedule
The Penn State Catholic Community will celebrate Palm Sunday during a "Mega Mass" at 9 p.m. Sunday at Rec Hall.
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USG offers buses for Easter
Students heading home Easter weekend can get a ride on Undergraduate Student Government-sponsored buses.
Announcements from Shields
Police Log
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Vaulting to success Even though the Penn State women's gymnastics team is enjoying one of its best seasons in school history, something is missing. |
Sluggers begin season at home vs. C.W. Post
If Mother Nature cooperates, something that has been missing for almost an entire year will finally resurface at Beaver Field.
Lady sluggers confident entering Virginia Tourney
Jodie Ricciardi has confidence -- a lot of it.
Brindle provides motivation for Big Ten Championships
Atmosphere is a factor that is indicative of the mood of a collegiate sports team.
Spikers to clash with New Jersey Tech, Lewis at home
Filled with confidence and on a roll, the Penn State men's volleyball team will play a pair of matches this weekend at Rec Hall.
Netmen to face pair of Big Ten rivals
It's a truly unique paradox in sports. A team needs substantial confidence to win, but too much confidence is often a precursor to defeat.
Laxers face UMBC in a heated rivalry
The game is always close, neither team really dominates and there are always playoff implications.
Lady laxers to face Princeton
A legendary collegiate coach who has led a team through more than half of its existence to annual top 10 rankings and postseason play, teaching All-American players and capturing national championships.
Transfer haunts cagers
My Opinion: Vito Forlenza
Ruggers to clash with JMU
A legendary collegiate coach who has led a team through more than half of its existence to annual top 10 rankings and postseason play, teaching All-American players and capturing national championships.
Ice breaker
After ending its indoor season on a high, the Penn State men's track and field team is set to head outside to where the sky is bluer, the grass is greener and the track is redder.
Hall of Fame offers glimpse into sports' past
Located within the Greenberg Indoor Sports Complex lies one of the lesser-known treasures of Penn State athletic lore -- the Penn State Football Hall of Fame.
Golfers look to escape slump with Dr. Pepper
After two disappointing tournament appearances this spring season, the Penn State men's golf team looks to bounce back this weekend at the Dr. Pepper Intercollegiate at Tanglewood Resort in Dallas.
Trackwomen to vie for Raleigh Relay title
The Penn State women's track and field team will compete in the Raleigh Relays at 11:00 a.m. tomorrow at North Carolina State's Paul Derr Track.
Lady Ruggers head to Priceton, hope for bid
The Penn State women's rugby team will head to the Princeton rugby fields tomorrow, but not to play in the Regional Final Four game as it had hoped.
Outdoor extravaganza hits Bryce Jordan Center
If you're an outdoor enthusiast, you are aware this is somewhat of a dead time of the season. There is nothing in season, so you may now find yourself looking for something to do.
Park it
Collegian Editorial: If parking rates increase in town, money must go to improvements
Racism still prevalent today, just evolved to a 'sneaky' form
Guest Column: Lurie Daniel and Brian Favors
Letters to the Editor
Protesters should’ve been more respectful; Doctor’s offices aren’t open at night; Many issues exist to speak up about; USG write-ins focus on apathy problem
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Dyecrazy If you're thinking of dying your hair yourself, you might want to pick up a bachelor's degree in cosmetology on the way to the drugstore. A minor in art or chemistry might provide valuable assistance, too. |
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Tibetan monks bring wisdom to people young and old
In a flurry of colors, costumes and chants, Tibetan monks put on a show Tuesday night, filling the State College High School auditorium with music and dance in order to educate Westerners about Tibetan culture.
'Zembla' -- Web site dedicated to Vladimir Nabokov
A flickering word, fuzzy-edged and fading in and out of focus, quivers alone on an empty, purple vastness.
Are the Rolling Stones really worth $90?
Arts Column: Jon Fassnacht
'Zembla' -- Web site dedicated to Vladimir Nabokov
A flickering word, fuzzy-edged and fading in and out of focus, quivers alone on an empty, purple vastness.
Zombie outshines stumbling KORN
Reviewed by: James Conroy
James' adventures in piercing
Week Eight: Henna
Maxim to live by
Men's fashion magazines may be too classy. Porno magazines may be too trashy. And men's health magazines are definitely not for the cigarette-smoking, beer-chugging, television-loving man of today.
Weekend Spotlight
Thespians perform Sondheim musical; Roman's Empire to air on BurlyBear college network; WCW Wrestlers, big trucks "thunder" into Jordan Center; Grad. student exhibition; Harlem Renaissance lecture
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Former student supports album
Reviewed by: Jon Fassnacht
Dance team welcomes new members
A look of intense concentration was seen on the faces of many women as they hurriedly executed a series of complicated leaps, kicks and turns, trying hard to remember the routine and master the challenging movements.
Famous entertainer's magical hands cause audience to 'cop-a-field'
Hot lesbian action, balls flying in people's faces and David Copperfield's nuts were the main attractions Tuesday night at The Bryce Jordan Center.
Spanier helps magicians get their boogie on
Other major universities have performing magicians clubs. But Penn State is probably the only university whose magicians club is headed by the university president.
Online editors for this issue:
Tim Swift
Emily Rehring
