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Back Issues
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Thursday, Feb. 17, 2000
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GRAPHIC: Jonathan Nelson
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Bill to help retain firefighters
New proposed legislation could make it more profitable for those who volunteer for Pennsylvania fire departments. |
Budget program to reward colleges with 4-year grads
Colleges that graduate at least 40 percent of their students within four years will be eligible for state grants, under a $6 million incentive program proposed in Gov. Tom Ridge's budget last week.
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Patrons judge local 'lobster olympics'
Two retired Mechanicsburg residents and two university faculty members were judges of an olympic event yesterday — an event in which the only physical activity involved was lifting a fork. |
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Budget funding to 'make life better'
Penn State's request for a $25 million increase in state funding will be used to follow through on the university's promise to "make life better" for all Pennsylvanian residents.
Consumers duped by deceptive travel agencies
While many Penn State students are finalizing their spring break plans, they should be wary of deceptive practices used by some Florida travel agencies, according to state Attorney General Mike Fisher.
DJs, dancers to hold town meeting
Late Night Penn State will introduce a new cultural and political forum, which will include local DJs, break dancers, hip-hop artists and a "town meeting," to emphasize the visual and performing arts.
Penn State learning environment forum canceled
Today's Penn State Forum on "The Learning Environment of Tomorrow: What the Learner will Expect and Implications for Institutions of Higher Education" has been cancelled.
Heicklen files suit; claims false arrest, excessive bail
Julian Heicklen, a former Penn State professor, filed two lawsuits Tuesday morning in connection with his arrest on June 22, 1998.
Visiting professor to talk about Guatemalan history
Few students are knowledgeable about the role of women in Guatemalan history, but a visiting professor aims to shed some light on the subject.
Preliminary hearing
Police Log
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Lady Lions 'excited' for meet
For the Penn State women's swimming and diving team, the moment of truth has finally come. |
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After early setback, Lions run to victory
If the young Penn State men's basketball team ever came out not ready to play a game, it was against an even younger Northwestern squad last night at The Bryce Jordan Center. |
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Icers' Wick facing end of road as hockey season comes to a close
The end of the road is near for Ryan Wick. This weekend will be the last set of games before his Penn State men's ice hockey team gets ready for the American Collegiate Hockey Association (ACHA) National Tournament.
Krimmel ready for the call
Ken Krimmel had more on his mind after the game than eating pizza. The sophomore guard for the Penn State men's basketball team was far too excited after the game to eat, or even to think. He hadn't stopped smiling since midway through the first half.
In Stephens' slump, others step forward
Kevin O'Neill wasn't going to have it. The Northwestern coach had heard the hoopla surrounding Jarrett Stephens. He knew of his better-than expected return. He knew he was back.
Big Ten women's swimming to splash it out for coveted conference crown
Ten teams from the Big Ten are hoping to dethrone the current conference champion. Last year, Minnesota did just that to 12-time winner Michigan.
Barnes, Lady Lions look to deny Hoosiers' bid at upset
Rashana Barnes faced a formidable adversary. The 6-foot-1 forward watched as the muscle-bound, 6-foot-4 Purdue center Camille Cooper drove at her, eyes focused on the basket.
| Tired Lions head into Golden Dome Classic Mental fatigue and tired bodies are concerns for many teams. Going into its second straight weekend of three-match play, the Penn State men's volleyball team isn't very concerned with physical problems or mental strain. |
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Collegian Editorial
Unionization will assist grads seeking benefits
College 'worries' aren't that bad
My Opinion: Debbie Turchetta
Letters to the editor
Online editors for this issue:
Nikki Velisaris
Leslie Craze
