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Friday, Feb. 4, 2000
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Students plan protest of post office changes
The recent sign removal from the University Park Post Office, which received attention from the Undergraduate Student Government and Penn State President Graham Spanier, has inspired at least one student to plan a protest of the action.
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Ads keep students looking for answers
Do you agree with Adam? Students might find it hard to answer this question, given that the campus-wide advertising campaign has not yet revealed anything about Adam or his message. |
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Demo cooking popular at dining commons
Sometimes the best things really do come to those who wait. Just ask Terry Lair or Tim Fortney, the demonstration cooks in Findlay Dining Commons. |
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Red Cross strikers gather at blood drive
Student blood donors encountered a nearly silent protest yesterday morning, as striking workers of the American Red Cross picketed the blood drive at the HUB-Robeson Center. |
Thon 2000 kick-off dinner prepares dancers for event
A "Love Never Fails" ice sculpture, hundreds of white and silver balloons, and "kick-off" Hershey bars are just a few of the many things that greeted attendees of the Interfraternity Council/Panhellenic Dance Marathon kick-off dinner.
Township ups police work week
During a heated meeting last night the College Township Council voted unanimously to add an additional six hours of police work time to the 226 hours the department already provides per week.
Atherton residents to vote on free space
Residents of Atherton Hall are deciding what they would like to see occupy the free space they will have soon when the building's addition is completed.
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Corner pocket
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New year parade to celebrate year of dragon
The Lunar New Year Dragon Parade will wind its way through campus from 4 p.m. to 5 p.m. today, beginning in Eastview Terrace and ending in the Graduate Circle Apartments.
Former U.N. inspector to speak about global threats
Jay Davis, director of the Defense Threat Reduction Agency, will speak at 3 p.m. today in 26 Hosler on "Threat Reduction: A Systemic Approach to National Security Issues.
Telecommunications companies announce merger
Two state telecommunications companies — TeleBeam Inc. and Conestoga Enterprises Inc. — announced their merger Tuesday, resulting in possible changes for local customers.
Preliminary hearings
Police Log
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Purdue, Indiana to battle PSU
In the heart of Hoosier country lie two programs the Penn State wrestling team has never lost to. No. 21 Purdue (7-7, 0-3 Big Ten) and No. 23 Indiana (10-4, 0-3) ventured into Rec Hall last year as underdogs to face the Nittany Lions (2-9, 0-3). |
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Penn State looking for redemption
Marcus Griffin was supposed to lead Illinois past Penn State the last time the two squared off, Jan. 22 in Champaign-Urbana, Ill.
Sims, Wisconsin look to improve after slump
The current situation for LaTonya Sims and the rest of the Wisconsin women's basketball team is far from perfect.
Delaware heads into State College for two games
It will be a busy two days in the Ice Pavilion at the Greenberg Sports Complex tonight and tomorrow.
After three seasons at Illinois, McClain learning role of trade
Calling Sergio McClain a jack of all trades would be an overstatement. In fact, the junior Illinois basketball player has only played four positions on the floor, not that elusive center spot usually reserved for those whose heads ram the ceiling whenever they jump.
Lady Lions rest during week off
Penn State assistant women's basketball coach Anne Troyan and point guard Helen Darling answered questions on how to keep Wisconsin's LaTonya Sims and Jessie Stomski off the boards and on the condition of a pair of battered Lady Lions.
Nittany Lions, Panthers set to meet for intrastate rivalry
At 6 p.m. today, Big Ten meets Big East in an intrastate rivalry as the Penn State women's swimming and diving team takes on Pittsburgh at McCoy Natatorium.
Leadership, loyalty shown by senior women swimmers
Tonight's women's swimming meet against Pittsburgh will feature the draping of the navy blue blankets with a white "S" over the shoulders of the eight seniors who have dedicated their time to swimming and diving while at Penn State.
Lions wrap up season with home meets
Starting tonight, the Penn State men's swimming and diving team will be hosting its last two events of the season at home.
Men's swimming team says goodbye to seniors
The Penn State men's swimming and diving team will say goodbye this weekend to the seniors on the team as it hosts its final meets of the season.
Lions battle IPFW and Juniata
The Penn State men's volleyball team heads into another challenge this weekend. Last week the Nittany Lions (2-4, 1-0 EIVA) faced three of the top teams in the country at the Outrigger Invitational, where they competing against UCLA, Hawaii and Indiana-Purdue Fort Wayne (IPFW).
Nittany Lions host triangular meet; Lady Lions hit the road Trying to build off the experience gained in last weekend's National Open, the Penn State men and women's indoor track teams head into action again Saturday.
Fencers head to Boston
The Penn State fencing team had little time to recover from last week's trip to Notre Dame, as the fencers are heading north this weekend for a meet at Brandeis University in Waltham, Mass.
Lady Icers head up state to Erie
The Penn State women's ice hockey team just might be facing its toughest competition of the season this weekend as it travels to play in the Erie Women's Valentines Tournament.
Penn State travels to meet 'The Victors', national champions
At 7 p.m. today, the Penn State men's gymnastics team travels to the Cliff Keen Arena in Ann Arbor, Mich., to take on Minnesota and defending-national champion Michigan in a double-dual meet.
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A Family Affair
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Basketball Alumni game to be held Saturday
The annual Penn State men's basketball alumni game will be held Sunday at 12:15 p.m. in the Bryce Jordan Center, prior to the Penn State- Illinois game.
Paterno press conference cancelled
A Joe Paterno teleconference called yesterday afternoon was canceled minutes after it was announced.
Icers regain No. 1 ranking in ACHA
The Penn State men's ice hockey team regained the No. 1 ranking in the American Collegiate Hockey Association yesterday.
NFL players show little love toward Valentines
My Opinion: Don Stewart
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Collegian Editorial
Community too small for proposed projects
Pop stars victims of jealousy
My Opinion: Debbie Turchetta
General education requirements stifle collegiate experience
My Opinion: Shannon Frankel
Letters to the editor
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Students camp for good seats
As Brian Sweigard and Eric Krall walked home late Friday night, they saw something bundled up outside of the front doors of Eisenhower Auditorium. Wondering what he, she or it was, the guys moved in for a closer inspection. |
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Snow showers bring adventurous, fun hours
When Punxsutawney Phil peeked out of his hole and beheld his shadow Wednesday morning, Adrienne Cook welcomed his behavior like a caring relative at the airport. |
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Vocal tournament graces HUB
The National Championship of Collegiate A cappella will hold the Midwest quarterfinal singing tournament at 10 p.m. tomorrow in HUB Alumni Hall. |
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Jewish film festival focuses on courage
Names like Woody Allen and Steven Spielberg might first come to mind when the phrase "Jewish cinema" pops up in conversation. But a new film festival will present films focused on Jewish history and experience.
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Marvelous World of Dreams amuses
I was sitting in my Math 21 class taking a test. All of a sudden my mom calls the classroom looking for me. But since I'm taking a test, I tell the professor to tell my mom that I'm not there. |
Army men lacks originality; offers variety of weapons
There was a time in my life when I thought any video game with a flame-thrower had to be incredible. Well, Army Men: Sarge's Heroes has finally proven me wrong.
Release of games poses problems
Every gamer can relate. You finally find the perfect game; the graphics are cutting edge, sound bites keep you on your toes and the plot is interesting enough to have you racing home for more.
Paul Robeson the subject of semester-long photo exhibit
To learn who this Paul Robeson person is, other than someone who has a whole building and art gallery named after him, head down to the Robeson Gallery.
Pasta, ex's mix to form latest dare challenge
My Opinion: Nikki Petrowicz
Rental Review
Weekend Spotlight
Online editors for this issue:
Nikki Velisaris
Tracy Wilson
