Back Issues -- Tuesday, Feb. 29, 2000

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[ Tuesday, Feb. 29, 2000 ]

GRAPHIC: Jamie Perruquet

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Rock-icon Springsteen invigorates crowd
With spotlights illuminating the stage, each member of The E Street Band took the stage one-by-one. Then, finally, the man for whom the thousands of fans packing the center were waiting appeared.

Chief lawyer to discuss next appeal
College campuses are often known for political activism, and Penn State is no exception when it comes to advocating a new trial for convicted murderer Mumia Abu-Jamal.

CATA will place bicycle racks on most newer buses
The Centre Area Transportation Authority announced yesterday it will provide bicycle racks on the front of certain buses after spring break, said Hugh Mose, CATA general manager.

Officials agree to disclose annual investments
The movement to discover information about Penn State's investments celebrated a victory yesterday as administrators agreed to begin releasing an annual report of where the money is and who is managing it.

Students to join walk for infant health
This spring, some Penn State student organizations will help in the fight against birth defects.

Domestic argument ends in murder-suicide tragedy
Rhonda Ellen Louise Wellar and Michael John Wellar were found dead in their Howard Township home Saturday. The apparent murder-suicide is thought to be the result of a domestic dispute, according to Pennsylvania State Police at Rockview.

Magnets offer alternative option
Magnets used as alternative therapy methods are becoming more accepted despite the skepticism surrounding the validity of the products.

Union Street Bazaar offers groups fundraising chance
For organizations running low on cash, the HUB-Robeson Programming Board is offering the Union Street Bazaar, a fund-raising opportunity for student groups.

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Tournament time for Icers
Tomorrow marks the time when heated battles in the regular season become fierce wars in the playoffs.

Johnson falls in family tradition
Penn State's football recruiting class was strong this off-season, especially with the addition of local prep star Tony Johnson.

Dunn: Time for a change is approaching next contest
Jerry Dunn is not a happy man right now. He's not exactly depressed, either. A better word to describe his emotions would be "disgusted."

OSU star, father run life's race side by side
One day, without too much notice to his family, James Redd made a decision that would forever change the life of his son Michael.

Big Ten race enters final week, title pursuit still exists
The Big Ten race is alive and well as conference action heads into its final week. But before we look ahead, let us take a step back and look at the week that passed.

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Weather adds to Lady Lions' problems
The Penn State women's golf team faced more problems than just the weather this weekend in its spring season opener at the Midwest Classic in Dallas.

Rugby team moving to warmer climates
Warmer weather is arriving, and not a moment too soon for the members of the Penn State women's rugby team.

Photo page: Flying high

Garner named leagues co-Player of the Week
Penn State senior Andrea Garner was named Big Ten Conference co-Player-of-the-Week, conference officials announced on Monday.

Men's lacrosse adds six recruits to roster
The No. 13 Penn State men's lacrosse team picked up six new players in the early signing period. Lacrosse coach Glenn Thiel said he expects every one of them to make their contributions felt by their fourth year.

Paterno, Arrington to be honored in Philly
Penn State football coach Joe Paterno and 1999 All-American LaVar Arrington will be among the honorees night at the Maxwell Football Club's 63rd annual awards dinner at the Adam's Mark Hotel in Philadelphia.