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Back Issues
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Thursday, March 16, 2000
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GRAPHIC: Andrea Kohler
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Binge drinking higher at PSU
The percentage of Penn State students who binge drink is about 10 percent higher than the national average for both men and women, according to a comparison of surveys released by the Harvard School of Public Health and Penn State Pulse.
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Alumnus forecaster to be honored
When Joel Myers, a Penn State alumnus, began forecasting the weather for a gas utility company more than 30 years ago, he never imagined he would one day be president of the world's largest commercial weather service. |
Gun control could be presidential hot topic
The ongoing exchange between President Clinton and the National Rifle Association concerning gun control policies has caused speculation about the role of the issue in the presidential election.
Gospel singer to perform at Bryce Jordan Center
Bill Gaither will bring his award-winning gospel sound to the area as he presents the Gaither Homecoming Concert at 7 p.m. June 9 at The Bryce Jordan Center.
Sororities adjust to substance-free policies
Penn State's Panhellenic Council is taking steps to help sororities adjust to substance-free functions and living policies passed by their national organizations. National sororities are implementing the policies to support fraternities who have been making the change to alcohol-free houses.
Report gives information on electricity use in area
Although the U.S. Department of Energy on Monday called for changes within the electric industry in preparation for this summer's high-power demand, State College residents should receive their power without problems in the upcoming summer months.
Report: education, income correlate
While attending some college courses without attaining a degree could slightly increase the odds for a new job, it does not promise higher pay.
Student conference to discuss diversity concerns
Hundreds of students, faculty and professionals will meet Saturday for the first student-organized diversity conference at Penn State to discuss sensitive and controversial issues related to diversity.
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Professors use creative methods to entice students to learn
Too often, both students and professors become trapped in a system of just "going through the motions." But every so often, there are a few professors willing to break free of the mold. |
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Students to learn from construction
Although some people may find the several ongoing campus construction projects bothersome, two faculty members in the College of Engineering plan to utilize one of the sites in their classes' curriculum as a real-life learning tool for their students.
PETA campaigns against milk
A campaign aimed at college students promoting beer as a healthier beverage than milk has run into opposition from experts and students.
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Pucker up
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Mellon grant to help state welfare recipients
Bridging the gap between public assistance and employment for Pennsylvania's welfare recipients will be the goal of a Penn State program funded by a $1 million grant from Mellon Financial Corp.
Seminar to feature problem-based learning methods
The Schreyer Institute for Innovation in Learning will offer the fifth lunch workshop in its series of VOICE Box seminars titled "What Works" at noon today in 304 Rider II.
Actress, journalist to receive honorary degrees
Actress Jane Alexander and Nina Totenburg, a correspondent for National Public Radio, will receive honorary degrees this May during the spring commencement ceremonies.
Preliminary hearings
BELLEFONTE — Todd J. Levenson, Charles M. Todd and Robert M. Todd, who are charged with burglary, criminal conspiracy, criminal attempt, criminal trespass and possessing instruments of crime, waived their preliminary hearings yesterday.
Police Log
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Princeton beat by Lions
As expected, the Princeton men's basketball team tried to sneak in the back door when it played Penn State in the opening round of the National Invitation Tournament last night at The Bryce Jordan Center. |
'Jersey guys' heat up on cool night from the field vs. Princeton
Before each of the Nittany Lions basketball team's contests, Joe Crispin is calm. As the pregame clocks ticks in its final moments, the Penn State point guard steps to the foul, indulges in a few dribbles, lines up a free-throw try and usually ends it in a swish.
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Questions never loom around Garner
Some might call her precocious, others might simply call her confident. Ever since Andrea Garner was a rookie in elementary school, the Lady Lions center has displayed veteran amounts of determination, courage and humor. |
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Fencers enter drive for six
If the Penn State fencing team wants to win its sixth consecutive national championship, it's certainly going about it the right way.
Penn State enters Big Tens as sleeper squad in the gym
Without a doubt, the Big Ten has been the power conference in men's gymnastics this year. With four teams in the top five, and all seven teams in the top 12, the conference is solid from top to bottom.
Oklahoma's Tucker favorite in 174-pound weight class
If all goes according to plan, Byron Tucker (29-0) should bring a national title to Oklahoma. The Virginia native has been ranked No. 1 all year and carries an undefeated record into the tournament. After redshirting last year, Tucker will give the Sooners a boost in the battle for team rankings this season.
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Baseball team gains confidence
A lot can change during a stretch of two and a half weeks. Just ask the Penn State baseball team, who has seen first-hand exactly what swelling confidence levels can do to an already talented club. |
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Hawaii swimmers disqualified
Just one week before the men's NCAA Swimming and Diving Championships, 11 swimmers from the University of Hawaii are suing the NCAA.
Injury plagued Jordan makes return for Icers
Penn State men's ice hockey forward Kyle Jordan found himself in a rare position last March 5 — in the lineup.
Fans fail to show support at Jordan Center
After one of the biggest wins in program history, the Penn State men's basketball team is still struggling to garner the support of the Penn State community.
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Collegian Editorial
New gun-control laws could reduce problem
Letters to the editor
Online editors for this issue:
Nikki Velisaris
Sarah Cassie
