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[ Tuesday, Jan. 14, 2003 ]


GRAPHIC: Kahlil Smith
GRAPHIC: Kahlil Smith

NEWS

After a six-month absence and much controversy, the only medical clinic in the region to perform abortions, has re-opened its doors.

While Pennsylvania's 14 state-owned universities suffered a $3 million decline in private fundraising last year, Penn State managed a slight increase in private funding despite a troubled economy, figures show.

Because there was not enough on-campus housing, 198 men were placed in supplemental housing this semester, said Kathy Krinks, assistant director of assignment operations.

Matt Piasecki thought he had an ideal living situation mapped out for his senior year at Penn State, living downtown with three of his closest friends.

While technology can be a useful resource in the classroom for students and professors, some potential problems still exist.

Members of the State College Borough Council reviewed plans for downtown's future during a work session last night.

Feature Photo

Vehicles in Centre County and 15 other counties may soon be required to pass emissions tests in addition to the current safety tests needed to pass inspection.

The downtown State Theatre's $3 million renovation project was awarded a $150,000 state grant Friday in Harrisburg.

Though the possibility of a draft seems far away, the implications of mandatory military service would greatly affect Penn State students.

While Pennsylvania's 14 state-owned universities suffered a $3 million decline in private fundraising last year, Penn State managed a slight increase in private funding despite a troubled economy, figures show.

A "bright" idea has come to fruition in Parking Lot 83N.


SPORTS

After failing to a play a single second in any of the first seven games for the Penn State men's basketball team, Aaron Johnson has seen more significant minutes recently.

ORLANDO, Fla. -- If it could only be just between the lines.

The best way to erase the sting of failure is to look forward to the next opportunity to succeed.

If you can't beat them, join them.

The Div. II Penn State Ice Lions split a weekend series with the Red Foxes of Marist College by winning 8-0 Friday and losing 2-1 Saturday.

Most teams get only one shot at a statement game. This group was lucky -- it got two.

My Opinion: Sam Cavalieri


OPINIONS

Not child's play: Students should be responsible about vaccine

My Opinion: Renee Petrina

SCIHEALTH

Penn State researchers, in conjunction with Ultran Laboratories, Inc., of Boalsburg, have created the world's first ultrasound device that could potentially decontaminate all mail sent in the United States.

A recent study conducted by Mary Beth Oliver, Penn State associate professor of communications, provides evidence that racial stereotypes distort consumers' memories of crime stories. The study showed that people are likely to associate pictures of blacks with violent crimes.

William Frear lived in an era when the food supply sometimes hid dangerous secrets.


My Opinion: Matt Hymowitz

My Opinion: Healthline Column

Question: Does muscle weigh more than fat?

ARTS

Robert Heininger believes inspiration surrounds artists at every moment.


WEATHER

Mostly cloudy with scattered flurries. High 22.


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Kahlil Smith bio





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