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Back Issues
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Wednesday, Jan. 19, 2000
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GRAPHIC: Ryan Naragon
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DUI a persistent problem across area
In the last two months, DUI has played a role in two fatal accidents and another near-fatal crash in the State College area.
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Internet technology to quicken connections
For leading researchers in educational technology, the Internet is ancient history. Even Internet2, a super-fast computer network designed specifically for educational institutions, is yesterday's news. |
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Coordinators plan to make Thon more comfortable
In its second year in Rec Hall, the Interfraternity Council/Panhellenic Dance Marathon is taking steps to make the long 48 hours a little more comfortable for its dancers. |
Council plan could close town roads
The State College Borough Council heard from a number of concerned residents and Penn State planning and design officials in a public hearing at its meeting last night.
Improving economy in Asia eases student life
The improving health of the Asian economy is making life easier for Penn State's international students and helping those hit hardest to resume their education.
Senate disapproves of Girod's absences
After extended deliberation, the Undergraduate Student Government Senate last night passed a resolution reproaching USG President Desha Girod for her expected absence at all senate meetings this semester.
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How about them apples
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Growing Greener legislation helps environmental groups
Three Centre County environmental protection groups will receive one of the first grants awarded under the Environmental Stewardship and Watershed Protection Act, according to a press release issued last Thursday by state Sen. Jake Corman (R-Centre).
Tax returns can be filed electronically or by phone
April will bring warmer weather and might bring less angst for student taxpayers, too. The Internet and telephone might offer solace to those who do not wish to stand in post office lines on April 14.
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Digital phones provide constant contact
Leave a message at the sound of the beep. This phrase might soon be obsolete as more students take advantage of new technology by purchasing digital cellular phones so they can be reached at all times. |
Authorities continue lengthy search for escaped mental health patient
A four-week-long manhunt, headed by the Pennsylvania State Police at Warren in a combined effort with the FBI, continues in the search for a man found not guilty of murder by reason of insanity.
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Shaping a masterpiece
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MLK Day activity continues with presentations, march
Martin Luther King Jr. Day may be over, but celebrations of his memory continue.
Program to spotlight Alaskan environmental issues
Activists from the Alaska Coalition will give a presentation on environmental issues in the Arctic at 7 p.m. tomorrow in 101 Thomas sponsored by Eco-Action and Shaver's Creek Environmental Center.
Police Log
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Lions looking for three's company tonight
Thirteen games into this season, the one word that could have described Jerry Dunn's mentality was conservative. |
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Bennett's philosophy mirrors the coaching giants'
Paul Costanzo saw the silhouette. As the Wisconsin director of basketball operations stood outside the Badgers' locker room in the moments before the Nittany Lions final contest in Rec Hall, the silhouette crept closer.
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Lions guarding key to success
Every good perimeter team needs a few good shooters. Fortunately for Penn State, it has found them in Lisa Shepherd, Chrissy Falcone and Katrena Carr. |
No rest for the weary as Portland prepares for weekend
For perhaps the first time this season, Penn State women's basketball coach Rene Portland was caught napping. The coach arrived a few minutes late for her weekly press conference because she was catching a few minutes of sleep in her office.
Individual fencers fighting for Summer Olympic dreams
Three members of the Penn State women's fencing team finished with impressive rankings at the North American Cup held during the weekend at Notre Dame.
Lions in middle of conference race
Any Big Ten schedule would put most teams as far from Easy Street as humanly possible. But in the past week, the Penn State men's basketball team has been something other than human.
Men's Gymnastics open the season at No. 4
UNIVERSITY PARK -- After finishing first at the West Point Open, the Penn State men's gymnastics team opens the 2000 season ranked No. 4 in the country.
Penn State looking for improvement
The Penn State men's volleyball team wants to make a statement, but they intend to make it more than a message of words.
Lions pass midseason, boast winning record
Like Janus, the No. 16 Penn State men's swimming and diving team is looking both to the past and the future. Midway through its season, the team boasts a 2-1 record, also winning the Penn State Invitational last fall.
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Collegian Editorial
Media mergers eliminate information sources
Follow advice to successfully handle challenge of a breakup
My Opinion: Cheryl Frankenfield
Letters to the editor
Online editors for this issue:
Nikki Velisaris
Elizabeth Goodman
