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Back Issues
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Thursday, Feb. 10, 2000
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GRAPHIC: Jonathan R. Nelsoni
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Season causes lethargic feeling
The winter blues might be more than just a "blah" feeling — it could be attributed to a disorder, both physical and mental, according to health specialists.
Registration voice more than just recording
The female voice of the Penn State telephone registration system is alive and well — and living in Boston. At dawn, she serves up news, weather and traffic for a local soft-rock radio station. By the afternoon, she's taping sound clips such as the prompts heard by thousands of students here.
USG, CCSG collaborate to help refund meal points
Two student government organizations have reached a compromise with the Office of Housing and Food Services that will refund students' unused meal points at the end of the year.
House considers ending marriage penalty
Twenty-five million couples who pay higher taxes might get a special Valentine's Day present this year if the "Marriage Tax Penalty Relief Act for 2000" is passed on the House floor Monday.
Federal tax breaks leave money in bank
This spring might bring more than one break for students. Students have several opportunities to save money when filing federal tax returns, including specific tax breaks that can benefit students and parents — the Hope Scholarship Credit and Lifetime Learning Credit.
More students apply for college online
The increasing trend to apply online for admission to institutions of higher learning could mean an easier time for students and university admission offices.
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V-Chip thought to infringe on First Amendment rights
Beginning Jan. 1, all new television models 13 inches or larger were manufactured with V-Chip technology, according to a press release from the Federal Communications Commission. |
Workshops, interviews alternatives to SATs
Penn State is joining eight other universities in a research project conducted on alternative admissions procedures.
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CATA says bus safety is consistent
Despite assurance from transportation officials regarding the safety of buses in winter weather, some students are still skeptical. |
Soft-top jeep owners cite higher instances of theft
A woman reported $800 worth of cassette tapes and other items were stolen from her soft-top Geo Tracker sometime Tuesday while it was parked on South Pugh Street, State College Police Department said.
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Mountainbikers ride snowy trails
Move over snowboarders, there is a new winter sport on the horizon. Snow mountain-bike racing has been growing in popularity during the past few years, adding the sport to a growing list of outdoor winter activities. |
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Resorts offer various packages
Whether it is a weekend getaway or a spring break trip, students who enjoy hitting the slopes have several options .
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Ice sports find home in pavilion
For students who enjoy skating, an ice rink is the perfect place to keep them on their toes. |
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Tubers slip into new craze
When children wake up on a school day and see inches of fresh powder outside, they turn on their radios or television sets and wait in anticipation of a snow day. |
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Defending the fort
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Five hospitals merge to create state trauma facility
Five hospitals agreed last week to create the Central Pennsylvania Trauma Network in an effort to address universal concerns facing local trauma facilities in the region.
College, newspapers to sponsor minority job fair
The Penn State College of Communications, along with the Pennsylvania Newspaper Association, The Patriot-News at Harrisburg, Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, the American Society of Newspaper Editors and the Newspaper Association of America, will co-sponsor "Opportunities 2000," a job fair for minority students.
Applications for federal student aid now available
Students can now apply or reapply for the 2000-2001 Free Application for Federal Student Aid.
Cornell professor to speak at HUB-Robeson Center
In conjunction with the celebration of African-American History Month, James Turner, the founding director of Cornell University's Africana Studies and Research Center, will give a presentation at 6 p.m. Feb. 18 in Heritage Hall.
Preliminary hearings
Police Log
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Portland gears up for Purdue
It was simple and to the point at Rene Portland's press confrence yesterday. The Penn State women's basketball coach talked about what her team needed to do to prepare for the defending-NCAA champion Purdue on Sunday.
Hellickson's personalities welcoming PSU to Ohio
Howard Stern, Brent Musberger, Steve Forbes and Dan Gable don't have too much in common. Besides the fact they've all made their mark as leaders in their respective fields.
O'Brien softly directing Buckeyes
At Big Ten Men's Basketball Media Day in Chicago, a plush ballroom was crowded with media members as they scoured around circular tables, questioning players and coaches from the 11 conference squads.
For Penn State wrestler Becks, grappling part of family affair
In Mark Becks' household, every room was a potential wrestling mat.
Several Lions on auction to raise Thon money
Penn State athletes wage battles every week for a common cause — to win. At 8:30 p.m. tonight in the HUB, they will fight for one more — for the kids.
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Hindelang's boys return for new season
Yesterday afternoon, Penn State baseball coach Joe Hindelang explained the talent level of his 1999 team, chock full of returning fielders, pitchers and base stealers. |
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Lions' softball will get early test against No. 4 Arizona
The Penn State softball team might not start its season for another week yet, and the team is focused on sustaining the reputation it earned last year.
Men's volleyball looking to step it up following lackluster performances
The practice routine is more challenging, the coaches aren't accepting average performances and the Penn State men's volleyball team is responding to it.
A month before nationals, Big Ten continues gaining momentum
Two Penn State gymnasts have had their way with opponents this season. Nittany Lions juniors Chris Lakeman and Adam Benas are undefeated on an event through four meets.
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Collegian Editorial
Austria's new regime requires observation
Gore campaign rhetoric rings false
My Opinion: Chris Beer
Letters to the editor
Online editors for this issue:
Nikki Velisaris
Elizabeth Goodman
