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Monday, Jan. 10, 2000
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Librarian struck, killed in accident
A drunk driver allegedly struck and killed a Paterno Library librarian and his dog Friday night on First Avenue in College Township, the State College Police Department said.
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Campus construction nears end
The end is in sight for several major construction projects going on around University Park. |
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Law eases congestion in left lane
New restrictions on the roads will affect all Pennsylvania drivers, both young and old.
Assault, harassment trial date set
Andrew L. Reed, 20, a student registered at Penn State last semester, will stand trial during the February court term on charges of aggravated assault, harassment and stalking, recklessly endangering another person, and simple stalking, according to court documents.
Admissions reports more applicants
This year, Penn State has topped its own charts. Still partway into the admissions cycle, Penn State has received a record number of applications so far.
Demand for housing lightens, frees up residence hall lounges
With only 500 to 600 new students this semester, composed mainly of students from the Penn State Commonwealth Campuses, the number of students living in supplemental housing has decreased since Fall Semester.
'Convenient' medical care available for students, residents
A new health care practice, Convenient Care, opened its doors for the first time Friday in State College, encouraging residents and students to take advantage of its no-appointment-necessary policy.
Penn State, council cancel IST planning meeting
Penn State officials cancelled a closed meeting about plans for the Information Sciences and Technology building Thursday night after many of the invitees declined to attend.
Despite hype, no glitches found in local computers
The world uttered a sigh of relief in the first days of the New Year despite predictions of massive computer-related problems.
Students' Y2K celebrations uneventful
As disc jockeys spun Prince's lyric ballad for the last few precious times before it became outdated, students partied like it was 1999 until it wasn't anymore — and then generally continued for at least a few more hours.
New Year's a 'yawner' due to university's preparation
The relatively smooth arrival of the new year had Penn State staff members breathing collective sighs of relief
Spring Semester eases wait for advisers, but not by much
First, the good news: The early days of the Spring Semester are less hectic for academic advisers than the Fall Semester. However, the bad news is students still might encounter delays before seeing advisers.
Hospital asks sick visitors to avoid seeing patients
Centre Community Hospital is asking people to avoid visiting patients if they are experiencing cold symptoms such as cough, fever, sore throat and any other symptoms of illness, according to a press release from the hospital.
Applications available for USG paid election positions
The Undergraduate Student Government is now accepting applications for paid positions on its 2000 Elections Court and Commission.
New Graduate School dean awaits final approval
Penn State President Graham Spanier appointed Eva Pell last month to become the university's vice president for research and dean of the Graduate School.
Author of Catch-22, Penn State instructor dies
Joseph Heller, 76, a former Penn State instructor and world-renowned author, died last month of a heart attack.
Honeywell contributes money to IST building project
The School of Information Sciences and Technology received $109,000 from Honeywell, an American manufacturing company.
Sub designer, Dean of Emeritus Engineering dies
Nunzio J. Palladino, one time chair of the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission and Dean Emeritus of Engineering, died on Dec. 12.
Health and Human Development selects dean
The College of Health and Human Development selected Lynne Vernon-Feagans as its interim dean.
Police Log
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No. 6 Lady Lions cruise past Florida as Garner gets 21
Helen Darling ran Penn State's offense masterfully, while Florida's defense could do nothing to stop the No. 6 Lady Lions as they defeated the Gators 91-67. |
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Haston, Indiana march past PSU defense
As expected, a chorus of boos from the sold-out crowd at The Bryce Jordan Center greeted Indiana coach Bob Knight as he made his way across the hardwood, about five minutes before Saturday's 8 p.m. tipoff.
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W. volleyball defeats Stanford for national title
For the third straight year, the Penn State women's volleyball team huddled together following the national title match in Honolulu, Hawaii. |
Casey rides high in initial starting role
With the knowledge that he would be making his first-ever collegiate start, Rashard Casey strutted over to fullback Mike Cerimele and recited the words that would indicate how the upcoming four hours of play would be characterized.
No safety for Aggies from LB Arrington
While his teammates mobbed Derek Fox, LaVar Arrington stood alone.
Fox gets out of critics' hole with record interceptions
Stretching with teammate David Macklin before his final game as a Nittany Lion, Penn State hero Derek Fox suddenly had a funny thought pop into his head.
Injury tops off Thompson's disappointing final season
As the usual backup Rashard Casey was leading Penn State to a 24-0 win against Texas A&M Dec. 28 in the Alamodome, Kevin Thompson stood close to offensive coordinator Fran Ganter. He kept his helmet on, as if he could enter the game at any moment.
Taking biggest possible leap, Arrington will enter NFL draft
The first words out of LaVar Arrington's mouth explained he would keep things short. Emotion would not allow that to happen.
McCown's hopes for grand finale spoiled from get-go
Texas A&M quarterback Randy McCown hoped to finish his collegiate career with a victory Dec. 28 at the Sylvania Alamo Bowl. More importantly for McCown, however, was sending off Aggies quarterbacks coach Ray Dorr in style
Cowboys pound wrestlers, 32-7; Lions fall to 1-4
The No. 21 Penn State wrestling team went to the land of sooner's Friday night, stumbling into No. 3 Oklahoma State and suffering a 32-7 defeat.
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Garner leads PSU against Florida
Rather than overpowering her opponents with brute strength, Penn State center Andrea Garner relies on finesse. |
Icers close semester on high note
On Dec. 10 in the Ice Pavilion at Greenberg Sports Complex, No. 3 Penn State (12-4-1) pulled off a somewhat controversial 6-2 win against No. 15 Kent.
Holidays unkind to Lions
With the exception of ungodly scoring totals like that and a few devastating losses, however, these last three weeks have proven anything but counterproductive for the Lions.
Dunn's struggling 'D' snoozes at wrong times vs. wrong team
Indiana picked apart the Lions defense with precise cuts and good looks at the orange cylinder, thanks in part to the Hoosiers' unquestionable size advantage in the post.
Nittany Lions start year with preseason bang
The Penn State men's volleyball team kicked off its 2000 campaign with its annual preseason tournament Friday and Saturday at Rec Hall.
Coaches can say darndest things of all
My Opinion: Geoff Dodd
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Board sets agenda
Collegian Editorial: New board of opinion meets to begin semester
Collegian launches a new design
My Opinion: Stacey Confer
Letters to the editor
Online editors for this issue:
Nikki Velisaris
Elizabeth Goodman
