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Back Issues
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Wednesday, April 12, 2000
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GRAPHIC: Ryan Naragon
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USG votes to support WRC plans
The Undergraduate Student Government Senate added their support to the sweatshop protesters on Old Main lawn at its meeting last night, encouraging Penn State to make a one-year commitment to the Worker Rights Consortium.
Take Back the Night march tonight
Students will continue a Penn State tradition to protest sexual and domestic assault with the university's 15th annual Take Back the Night tonight.
Heicklen's antics under investigation
Although Julian Heicklen claims police did not stop him from lighting a marijuana cigarette in public last week, officials say he has the wrong impression of local law enforcement.
Clinic hopes to teach students about illness
Students suffering from sore throats and scratchy coughs received free medicine and advice yesterday at a new cold care clinic on the first floor of the HUB-Robeson Cultural Center.
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Lion Ambassadors show Old Main to community
Students and community members have the chance to capture a bird eye's view of Penn State. The Lion Ambassadors are hosting Old Main Open House, with the theme "Opening the doors, unlocking the tradition," from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. today. |
Greek councils discuss drinking
An air of frustration and disagreement filled HUB Alumni Hall last night as the first ever Interfraternity/Panhellenic Council town meeting was held to discuss new policies concerning fraternity and sorority drinking.
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Sports bar prepares for completion
After Champs Sports Bar & Grill, 1611 N. Atherton St., finishes expanding its facilities in a $2 million project, patrons will find themselves in a restaurant double its original size this summer. |
Pennsylvania companies face tax offenses, fraud
In the midst of tax season, the United States Department of Justice has charged 15 defendants in Pennsylvania with tax offenses.
Art students showcase works reflecting gender, sexual identity issues
Two observers stand in front of a metal book, somewhat surprised by the weight of the cover as they attempt to see inside. Behind them is a large canvas painting of a woman's bustier-clad torso, whose vibrant reds and yellows contrast with stark white paint on the brick walls.
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Poetry readings continue tonight at downtown shop
Shakespeare's Sister, a gallery and gift shop located at 111 S. Pugh St., will have a poetry reading at 7 tonight.
Carnegie Building sustains damage following fire
A small kitchen fire in Carnegie Building resulted in an undetermined amount of damage early yesterday morning, according to Penn State Police Services.
Police Log
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Dunn tries to highlight program's positives
At his final press conference of the 1999-2000 Penn State men's basketball season, Nittany Lions coach Jerry Dunn talked about what might be his real career goal — motivational speaking.
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Lions' Kern picks up game quickly
In the backyard of Mike Kern's house in Columbus, Ohio, while Kern was still in high school, he and his father, Rex, used to play a modified version of catch. Mike needed to practice his lacrosse skills, but his father just couldn't handle the lacrosse stick. |
Men's tennis team prepares to battle with Bloomsburg
Bloomsburg will bring its 11-4 record into Happy Valley tonight to face the Penn State men's tennis team at 6:30 p.m. at the Sarni Tennis Facility.
Stephens to participate in Suns' camp
Penn State men's basketball forward Jarrett Stephens left for Phoenix, Az., yesterday for the 2000 Nike Desert Classic, an NBA-run tryout camp overseen by the league's Phoenix Suns.
Men's swimming team honored for high GPA
The College Swimming Coaches Association of America has recognized the Penn State men's swimming team for its excellent academic performance during the fall semester of 1999.
Coaches, athletes to motivate young students
More than 5,500 elementary and middle school students from 39 school districts from Central Pennsylvania are scheduled to participate in Penn State's "Champs for Life" Rally today in The Bryce Jordan Center.
Softball team looks to take doubleheader from Kent
Looking to take a crack at Kent (6-18), the Penn State softball team will swing back into action at 3 p.m. today at Nittany Field with a doubleheader against the Golden Flashes.
McQueary finds content back in Happy Valley after not making it as free agent
Mike McQueary never had much of a chance. After waiting five seasons for his turn as the Penn State starting quarterback, the State College product hoped he would not have to give up what he loved most — playing football.
Club boxing team earns high marks at nationals
Get up, go to class, get on a plane, fly to Colorado, fight three guys in three nights, get back on the plane, go home and wake up for class on Monday morning. And you thought you had a rough week.
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Collegian Editorial
U.S. would help poor by lowering its tariffs
Rape victims face difficult choice
My Opinion: Blake Miller
Letters to the editor
Online editor for this issue:
Nikki Velisaris
