Dickinsonian, September 24, 1998

ACLU director Ira Glasser makes a case for civic morality. Tougaloo College professor Dr. Jerry Ward provides insight into Bearden works. Students get feel for rare books at new display in the library. Senate election procedures raise doubts over legitimacy. New dean Joyce Bylander aims for a more diverse campus, plans to work with faculty and students on multicultural issues. New money means new programs for College's American Mosaic Semester. Presidential search enters final stages, replacement to be named by next semester.

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Dickinsonian, September 25, 1997

Author of The Physics of Star Trek delivers 1997 Glover Lecture; Professors battle apathy on campus; Library construction continues; College stiffens van certification test; Women of Umoja profiled; Discussion of best bathrooms on campus; Music professor Jen Blyth profiled.

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Dickinsonian, September 15, 1994

Grand plans for social space becoming a reality. College mourns the loss of alumni killed in a plane crash in California. The college undertakes the Capital Campaign, trying to raise $40 million for enhancing academic programs. The HUB becomes accessible to disabled students. College addresses questions at the first Town Meeting, organized by Student Senate and UPS. Community cracks down on jaywalkers. Three new staff join Dickinson, eager to help students.

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Dickinsonian, November 12, 1992

Weekend cross burning inflames Carlisle community. Trout Gallery to display AIDS quilt. Week planned to raise awareness about homelessness. Clinton faces voter mandate. Beta Theta Pi beats Sigma Chi in race for Senate funding. Baseball caps have become popular on campus. Hudlin Brothers find success and social consciousness. DTG's "Company D" gives audience an imaginative range of talent.

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Dickinsonian, November 5, 1992

Winds of change blow Clinton into Oval Office. Substance free housing proposed. College faces possible "no parking" sign violations in Mooreland lot. Third annual rape awareness week proves successful. Studies tie the economy to election results. Lines in the cafeteria still long, even after renovations. Stars take "Time Out" for AIDS awareness Scientists search for simple cures to complex diseases.

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Dickinsonian, October 29, 1992

Election day preview. Carlisle streets struck by wave of drug crimes. H. Ross tells America to get with the "Perot-gram". Three way race heads for finish. College needs to reassess its handicap accessibility. This year's congressional election dubbed "The Year of the Woman". Grace Jarvis and Student Senate clash over student representation. Voter participation at record high. Moscow trip didn't make students Communists. Bush and Clinton debate education. Carlisle Theatre's revitalization plan underway. Campus Rock the Vote succeeds.

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Dickinsonian, October 22, 1992

Students voice their opinions on final presidential debate. Registration drive denies voter's rights. College mourns death of sophomore Patricia Smith. Student Senate debates funding for Sigma Chi. Rape Awareness week heightens awareness. Pomfret Suites, more than just off campus. WDCV is back. Jazz at A La Tarte Cafe. performance of The Crucible depicts a dark time in American history.

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Dickinsonian, October 1, 1992

Sukanya Krishnan wins senior president, Officers plan for senior year. Dr. Kesho Scott talks to Common Hour about Racism. Admissions looks to national rankings for sign of improvement. College strives to meet the needs of disabled students. Some class officers positions filled, few vacancies remain. Applicant pool more geographically diverse. Abortion and college campuses: the debate heats up as candidates voice their opinion. Political activism at college. Trout Gallery exhibits artists of the American west. College welcomes world class jugglers.

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Dickinsonian, September 24, 1992

Racism on campus is explored. Upperclassmen make sacrifices after financial aids cutbacks. Senior class campaigns with record numbers of candidates. Voter apathy increases among students. Interns experience Capital Hill first hand. Seniors learn about "life after college" in new course, Reality 101. Mountain bikers thrive at college. Kristin Aspen and Janna McAuslan of Musica Femina present musical tribute. Dickinson Singers begin new era at the college. Students in the Religion department get back to nature.

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Dickinsonian, September 17, 1992

Campus responds to Safety and Security rape statistics. Drunk driving accident involves six students. Sororities start third year of sophomore rush. East College sign replaces Barnard Center. College aids hurricane relief. Grace Jarvis campaigns on campus for state legislature. Rebirth of the Red Devil Cheerleading squad rekindles spirit to fall sports. twenty-four hour read-a-thon to benefit homeless. Seamus Heaney to accept Arts Award. Olympia offers delightful change from the Caf. Run With It will stop you in your tracks. 

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Dickinsonian, September 10, 1992

College social life continues to evolve with new BYOB alcohol policies, effecting weekend parties. Gays, lesbians find allies on campus. Lettermen look to tradition to revive pride in the "D-Club". Students nationwide plan to Rock The Vote. Dean Carmen Neuberger announces resignation. Trustee Mary Ann Altman dies. College opens convenience store in HUB. Social Committee enters second advent. Blondie offers football, free food, and karaoke. Musician Dave Binder continues tradition of playing at the college.

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Dickinsonian, November 11, 1993

Student Senate faces a deficit of over $30,000 due to a book keeping error. Native American couple Archie and Ramona Mason, from the Osage and Mvskoke tribes respectively, present "Images of a People: A Presentation of native American Life" discussing their cross-cultural marriage. The Woman's Center holds multiple activities in conjunction with Rape Awareness Week. A survey reveals new statistics about rape both on and off campus. The Faculty Personnel Committee will not allow romantic relationships between students and faculty.

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Dickinsonian, September 30, 1993

President Clinton attempts to fix the health care system with a bill that will provide health care to the uninsured. Paleontologist Mark Norell speaks during Common Hour on his recent digs in Mongolia. Writing Director at Brown University Tori Haring-Smith leads a discussion on writing across the curriculum. Russian President Boris Yeltsin dissolves Parliament. A History of the Carlisle theatre as well as continuing plans for its renovation are presented. The Women's cross-country team sees their winning streak come to an end.

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Dickinsonian, September 23, 1993

The "elms yellow" disease threatens many trees on campus. College students are named among the most vulnerable to Hepatitis B. The Political coup in the former Soviet Union deposes Boris Yeltsin and instates Aleksandr Rutskoi as acting president and sparks campus debate. On September 18th, approximately twenty five Dickinson students, accompanied by religion professor Dan Cozort, traveled to the Hindu American Religious Institute to observe and participate in a celebration of the birthday of Lord Ganesha, a Hindu deity. The Red Devils football team take a victory over Muhlenberg.

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Dickinsonian, October 24, 1984

College Treasurer James Nicholson resigns to pursue other career interests. College addresses issue of noise pollution from fraternities on campus, students living in Carlisle. Causes controversy among Inter-Fraternity Council members and Residential Life officials. Committee on Human Rights in Central and South America hosts "Teach-In" featuring Central American poetry, films, and a panel debate on U.S. foreign policy in Central America. Wellness Week profiles healthy living for student benefit. Dickinson begins work on promotional film. Snack bar named "Union Station.

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Dickinsonian, October 11, 1984

Interview with Dr. Michael A. Carrera highlights Sexuality Education Week, urges broader understanding of sexuality as involving more than physical intimacy. New London study abroad program established. The year-long program, offered at University College, is designed for Fine Arts, Music, Dramatic Arts, History and English students. Prof. William Harms to direct program. Dickinson reports low unemployment average, mirrors national report. Parents' Weekend profiled. Student poll to name Snack Bar taken. Four names in contention: The Atrium, Devil's Den, Union Station and The Mermaid.

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Dickinsonian, October 4, 1984

Snack Bar reopens after delays in renovation push construction into October. Snack Bar exterior still uncompleted as of publish date. Controversy elicited by Red hats, in style similar to those of Wheel and Chain, Raven's Claw, given to campus R.A.s. Hats not to be worn on campus, but are to serve primarily as signs of appreciation. College kicks-off Sexual Education week with Woody Allen movie, speaker series. Dickinsonian editors among those present for briefing of College journalists by Reagan Administration officials.

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Dickinsonian, September 6, 1984

Campus television station on hold due to lack of funding and facilities, despite wide student enthusiasm; the Dickinsonian calls for end to the project. Fall Phonathon expands. Computer science program expands with the purchase of Rainbow Micro-Computers, among other improvements. Article series initiated exploring student lack of geographical knowledge. Summer school costs considered. Art show presented by Dennis P. Akin, Professor of Fine Arts. Michael and Jermaine Jackson concerts reviewed. Additional field construction considered.

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Dickinsonian, October 29, 1987

President Fritchler sings the praises of liberal arts colleges in his inauguration speech. Problem with laundry facilities recognized by the administration. Professors enhance Dickinson's study abroad programs. Dean Carmen Neuberger addresses concerns and policies. College presidents dissatisfied with ranking system. Speaker Mary Peterson addressed how to handle alcohol, stress, and sex. A review of the Mermaid players "Royal Family". Red Devils win homecoming over Western Maryland. Men's soccer ahead at the end of the season.

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Dickinsonian, October 8, 1987

Political groups growing and prospering on campus. Dr. Arthur R. Shuman discusses proposed changes to state alcohol laws and alcohol culture at colleges. College to upgrade telecommunications system. Dickinson Investment Alliance student group pursues portfolio. Fight in quad involved a non-student. Faculty invited to attend monthly student-faculty meetings. Hispanic international student talks about life at Dickinson. Howard Baum to retire as manager of the school store.

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Dickinsonian, September 24, 1987

Two more Dining Services administrators resign under controversial circumstances. Fraternities implementing dry rush policy. Handicap accessibility of the college is inventoried. Students annoyed with long lines at the dining hall. Study facilities are called for after midnight. Freshman reflects on first fraternity quad party. Condom machines appear on campuses across the country. Artist in residence Native American sculptor Alvin Marshall makes gift for the college. Women's basketball hires new coach.

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Dickinsonian, September 17, 1987

Controversy surrounds the resignation of Michael Netto, director of Dining Services. HUB to be remodeled, as well as the Tome Science Building, several offices moving. College provides beds to students despite over-enrollment and lack of space. New regulations for parties where alcohol is present are put into place. Suspect sought in rash of dorm intruder incidents. Cafeteria lines are too long. Marzenna Kowalik is studying at Dickinson from Poland. Perspectives on Freshman orientation are given by two first-years. Student spends the summer in China.

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Dickinsonian, November 7, 1991

President Fritschler endorses recommendations outlined in petition for Rape Awareness Week. Student voice concerns with Class Registration. Background of Tibetan Festival discussed, cost over $15,000. Phone system frustrates students. Difficulties with the student directory lead to it being sold in the bookstore. Environmental Studies class visits the Love Canal. Profile of Physics Professor T. Scott Smith. Why Dickincinema perished. The mermaid Players production of Lysistrata incongruous and absurd. Jazz ensemble performs fall concert.

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Dickinsonian, October 17, 1991

College report evaluates the status of women on campus. Plans for renovation of ATS begin. Issue of Bosler hours temporarily resolved. Part 2 of the special report on the trustees: board members comment on their responsibilities. Common Hour kicks of Metzger-Conway series. ALLARM receives recognition for its efforts. Tax policy creates friction between the college and the community. Plunkett Bar offers a social alternative to students. The truth behind fall pause. Interview with Ned's Atomic Dustbin. Lhamo Dancers perform as part of the Tibetan Festival. Review of the movie "Paradise".

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Dickinsonian, October 10, 1991

Students and administrators react to the self study report on diversity. President Fritschler to join the board of the Mendeleev institute. Early closure of Bosler is criticized. Part one of a special report examining the board of trustees. Parents council links parents to the college. Dr. Harry B. Gray accepts the Priestley Award. Student experiences life among a culture of exile while studying in Tibet. World War 11 symposium to focus on life and politics after the war. Christopher Columbus and the American Psyche finally under fire. Playing Soccer with Jesus Jones and Crew.

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