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[ Monday, April 3, 2000 ]


Graphic: Jason Foulke
GRAPHIC: Jason Foulke

News
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Pre-med student charged in theft
Charges were filed Friday against a Penn State student for stealing drugs from his biology lab, according to Penn State Police Services.

Asian communities celebrate "Awakenings"
Traditional song and dance, modern grooves, and theatrical skits last night in Eisenhower Auditorium set the stage for the events of Asian Pacific American Heritage Month.

Women's issues important to campaign plans
As Texas Gov. George W. Bush and Vice President Al Gore make their campaign trails toward the presidency, women's issues remain high on their agendas to gain the support of more female voters.

UPAC receives high candidate turnout, elects new officers
For the first time in its history, the undergraduate election for the University Park Allocation Committee turned away more candidates than it admitted last week.

Justices against FDA regulation
While Penn State students are fighting to keep their smoking rights on campus, changes in the government's regulation of the tobacco industry might make the task more difficult.

Pennsylvania Primary 2000

  • Santorum, six Democrats hopeful for Senate seat
  • Treasurer office attracts Knoll, Hafer
  • Casey, True seek Pennsylvania auditor general position
  • Four men vie for positions in Pa. House
  • Eisenhower, Fisher, Morganelli seek office of attorney general in election
  • Incumbent Peterson unopposed

    Students, residents rally against beef
    About 75 Penn State students and State College residents marched through campus Friday afternoon to rally against injustices committed by the beef industry and celebrate the benefits of a vegetarian lifestyle.

    Solidarity Conference explores global issues
    Both activists and nonactivists of political and social justice movements gathered at Penn State this weekend to increase their knowledge about global issues and enable the groups to unite in their individual causes.

    Rally, discussions to highlight Pride Week 2000
    Pride Week 2000, a time to celebrate, educate and entertain the lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender community and its allies, is in full swing — and everyone is invited.

    Friendly encounter

    Petersburg resident hit by car on College Avenue
    Bonnie Henninger of Petersburg was hit by a vehicle operated by Michelle Evans of State College Thursday evening as she was walking across East College Avenue at the South Pugh Street intersection, the State College Police Department said.

    Martina McBride to perform at Bryce Jordan Center
    For the first time, Martina McBride and guest Mark Wills will perform in State College at 8 p.m. May 19 at The Bryce Jordan Center.

    Interactive health fair coming to HUB Alumni Hall
    Students interested in improving their physical, mental and spiritual health will have the opportunity to learn how during several workshops at "Roar for Wellness," an interactive health fair from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Thursday in HUB Alumni Hall.

    Police Log

    Sports
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    Penn State gymnastics wins national championship
    Oh, how the mighty have fallen. The No. 5 Penn State men's gymnastics team upset No. 1 Michigan — 231.975 to 231.850 — Friday in the 2000 NCAA Men's Gymnastics Championships.
  • Gymnasts take honors for Lions

  • Lions qualify for NCAA championships after No. 2 finish
    The Penn State women's gymnastics team had just completed its last event — the vault — with a paltry 48.650 points at the 2000 Women's Gymnastics Region 5 Championships Saturday night at Rec Hall.

    Connecticut's defense shuts down Penn State
    PHILADELPHIA — With five minutes to play in the game, Lisa Shepherd's eyes began to swell.

    Barnes, Carr come up big off bench for Penn State
    PHILADELPHIA — After the final, blaring horn sounded, there was nothing more for Helen Darling and Andrea Garner to do but embrace, stand and congratulate the winners.

    Penn State fencing poorly represented in newspaper
    My opinion: Jon Allison

    Defense helps Lions beat Massachusetts
    Penn State men's lacrosse coach Glenn Thiel has been somewhat displeased with the play of his defense so far this season.

    Penn State softball team takes two from Maryland
    Saturday, the Penn State softball team held Maryland scoreless for a streak of 10 innings that spanned two games.

    Penn State, Purdue split series
    The logic around the Big Ten baseball circle is that teams need to sweep or win three of four during a home series, then salvage at least a split on the road.

    Southpaw McCall shuts down opposition for Penn State in second game
    Ever the philosopher, Penn State baseball coach Joe Hindelang added another to his repertoire of quotables Saturday following the Lions' 6-1 loss and 2-1 win against Purdue at Beaver Field.

    Whitescarver leads Lions in last regular season match
    The Penn State men's volleyball team played its final matches of the regular season on its home floor, and senior co-captain Adam Whitescarver played his last regular-season match ever in Happy Valley.

    Penn State travels to North Carolina for Camel Classic tournament
    Déją vu — it's happening again, but hopefully for the Lady Lions, there will be a different outcome this time.

    Ultimate frisbee hosts annual Spring Phling
    The annual ultimate frisbee tournament, Spring Phling, took place Saturday and yesterday in Happy Valley, featuring college teams from across the United States.

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    Collegian Editorial
    Law against cell phones is unnecessary legislation

    Drinking part of Penn State life
    My Opinion: Hal Cohen

    Letters to the editor

  • Basketball team deserves praise for big NIT victories
  • Parking problems not bad; students' complaints silly
  • Enforce old laws to limit littering on campus
  • Catholic Church respects homosexuals' civil rights
  • Letter writer did not intend alienation of gay people

    Weather


    Online editors for this issue:
    Nikki Velisarisbio
    Beth Baumgardnerbio





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