Dickinsonian, November 21, 1991

Red Devils Football will face Lycoming Crusaders in playoffs. Richard Carper speaks on lessons from AIDS. Quads 5 and 6 to be renovated next summer. MLK Research Center for Cultural Awareness opened. Tutor linking program reaches freshman seminars. Preliminary plan for ethnic studies program discussed. Peace Action group proposes the development of a Peace and Justice program. Profile of American Studies Professor Lonna Malmsheimer. Students returning from abroad cope with culture shock. Mozart's Requim performs by the College Choir and Orchestra. Eaken Piano Trio presents Mozart Tribute.

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Dickinsonian, November 14, 1991

Board of Trustees approves architect firms for renovation of ATS and expansion of Boyd Lee Spahr Library. Walk-a-thon raises funds for Jay Feinberg. Paid phone-athoners reap more profits. President Fritschler reflects on his trip to Russia. Pole sitting fundraiser raises money for the Muscular Dystrophy Association. Past and future of Tibet analyzed. Anglo-American Society seeks to dispel racist rumors. Professor Ron Libertus speaks on Native Americans in film. Profile of Sociology professor Vytautas Kavolis. Students take an opportunity to volunteer with the Special Kids program.

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Dickinsonian, March 9, 1978

In this edition, off-campus study is becoming explored by students in Bologna, Colombia, I.E.S., India, Appalachia, Israel, THUS, Washington D.C. And CPC. Students brainstorm ideas to attract more people to the K.W. Round room coffeehouse. Students are also investigating food waste in the cafeteria and determining ways to reduce the amount through research. The Social Committee was unable to account for $1,100 in funds from the Hot Tuna concert in November and an investigation is ensuing. The May Morris room in the library now houses rare books, manuscripts and the College archives.

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Dickinsonian, February 16, 1978

This issue features an article on an increase of cocaine use in the United States. "The Dickinsonian" had released a survey on cocaine in the previous edition and received minimal results back, stating that out of the responses all except two had at least tried cocaine once. Female enrollment at colleges nationwide increases, and can be seen at Dickinson with 308 freshmen women enrolled compared to 240 men. Sorority rushees have also increased, causing discussion for the creation of a fourth sorority. Student Senate candidates are featured in an article.

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Dickinsonian, February 2, 1978

In this edition the College President Sam Banks discusses the "challenge of 1980s" preparation efforts to a "Town Hall" meeting. The Writing Center was recently opened for student use in the library. An increase in enrollment has led to unhappiness amongst students because of overcrowding, many rooms being converted to triples. Students speak out for and against coed housing as an alternate living situation. Women's Swim Team members Alice Reding, Christine Barbone, and Alison Kline all set new school records.

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Dickinsonian, March 31, 1977

In this edition, a fire of a "highly suspicious origin" happened in the Sigma Chi fraternity house's bathroom closet. There was speculation about the source being a bottle rocket that was thrown into the bathroom by highly flammable objects. The All-College Study Group on Religious Affairs reveals its findings from reevaluating the Office of the College Chaplain. Swimmer Clyde Vedder gained All-American honors for the third consecutive season by finishing ninth in the 100 yard butterfly at the NCAA Division III championship meet.

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Dickinsonian, December 2, 1976

An 86-year-old tradition was revived at Dickinson, with the inter-society debates between the Belles Lettres and the Union Philosophical Society. A study abroad trip to England is offered for the summer with a focus in Astronomy and Geology. A report was published in the paper by the Task Force on Residential and Social Life, which discussed housing solutions such as with group, special interest, freshman, self-governance, coed, and fraternities. Clyde Vedder, Captain of the swim team, lead the team to victory and has been the top swimmer for the past three seasons.

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Dickinsonian, March 26, 1976

Pres. Banks receives honorary Doctor of Letters degree from the College of Charleston. Tenure debates continue, "concern[ing] faculty." In "Eating Out," The Gingerbread Bread Man and The House of Pizza are reviewed, receiving 2/5 and 3/5 stars, respectively. Institutional Priorities and Resources candidates Frederico Talley, Jr. and Mark Sundback, are featured. A "brief history" of the Fraternity Quadrangle is featured.

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Dickinsonian, February 20, 1976

Ten students - with profiles provided - vie for Student Senate positions. Faculty favors plus-minus grading system. In the "Eating Out" column, the Towne Tavern and the Fireside Inn are favorably reviewed. Dr. Ben James honored by Sports Hall of Fame.

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Dickinsonian, February 13, 1976

Dr. George Shuman announces retirement from vice-president and Board of Trustees positions. A host program is initiated by the Auxiliary Enterprise Committee and Dana Scholars. The Task Force on Residential and Social Life holds first meeting. An overview of the Public Affairs Symposium "Human Destiny: Can It Be Controlled" is featured. Prof. Frederick Ferre calls attention to plagiarism in faculty meeting. Sunnyside Restaurant receives a favorable review.

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Dickinsonian, February 6, 1976

Poet Robert Kelly spends week at College. In a Denny Hall ceremony, Prof. Roland Fletcher is promoted to Major in the US Army. College Dean George Allan proposes changes in tenure and faculty development policies. College plans self-study in regards to Title IX law. Student Committee for Social Reorganization organizes Roster Boycott to gain "a more equitable living situation." The upcoming Public Affairs Symposium receives a special supplement.

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Dickinsonian, March 28, 1975

Carl Sagan will receive the Priestley Memorial Award. A Russian Mini-Festival will be held next week featuring music and poetry. The College is awarded $57,200 under the Institutional Assistance Grants Program by the Pennsylvania Higher Education Agency. An experienced track team looks to be in for a good season. Intramural soccer begins. Larry Rand is appointed as the new men's tennis coach. Sophomore Clyde Vedder became the first college swimmer since 1969 to achieve All-American standing when he sets the school records for 100-yard butterfly and 200-yard backstroke.

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Dickinsonian, March 7, 1975

An amended version of the Steiner-Backer resolution for special interest housing is adopted by faculty giving special interest groups clearly affiliated with an academic program housing priority. Allan continues to defend the abolition of Dean's List. Student body officer elections result in Marty Redman as president, Seth Ray as vice-president, and Gil Sperling as treasurer. The Admissions Committee seeks change in Advanced Placement exam credit. The Mermaid Players production of Rashomon receives great reviews. A subcommittee calls for better athletic facilities.

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Dickinsonian, February 28, 1975

Defined as an "alternative to distribution requirements," the Nisbet Scholars Program awaits final faculty approval and will begin with selected members of the class of 1979. Students would be exempt from distribution requirements, but participate in special seminars throughout the freshman year. The Mermaid Players production of Rashomon opens tonight. College librarian Yates Forbis suggests a security system to Student Senate to curb library book theft. The College's first Women's Center will open this week along with a mini-week on feminism.

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Dickinsonian, February 21, 1975

The Mermaid Players latest production of Rashomon will open next week. Director of student aid Charles Twichell discusses the current financial aid situation with Student Senate. An outline of events, topics, and background information on the Public Affairs Symposium is given along with biographies of their key note speakers. Frank Noonan, Lloyd Hughes, and William Kerstetter are announced as Members of the 1975 Sports Hall of Fame for basketball.

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Dickinsonian, February 14, 1975

Abolition of the Dean's List sparks much debate among students. Students now have access to their academic files under the recently enacted "Buckley Amendment." Fraternity pledges are on the upswing. Eight additional students are honored as Dana Scholars. New President Sam Banks outlines his planed policies in a Campus Comment. An editorial examines town-gown relationships.

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Dickinsonian, February 7, 1975

Samuel A. Banks is elected new President of the College. The topic of the 1975 Public Affairs Symposium will be "News Reporting in America: can it be free and responsible?". The Library's Chester dialaccess cassette system is in the process of being phased out and replaced by a new cassette duplicating system.

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Dickinsonian, December 13, 1974

Former Presidential Press Secretary Jerald terHorst and prominent Washington attorney Max Kampelman have been selected to speak at this year's Public Affairs Symposium. A reduction in administrative personnel is proposed at the most recent faculty meeting. The College Annual Giving Office holds a telethon. A pole conducted by the Dickinsonian shows that the incoming freshman class is more conservative--smoking less marijuana, being more religious, and disapproving of abortion more then their upperclass mates. A Psychologist explains grief during Death and Dying miniweek.

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Dickinsonian, November 21, 1974

Surprise sixth candidate for College President, Samuel Banks, shares his views on a liberal arts education. Student Senate debates proposed budget limits to four committees. Student Services will present a workshop on death and dying. The Pittsburgh Symphony chamber Orchestra gives a professional and well-received performance. The football team ends their season with a loss to John Hopkins bringing their final record to 5-4. 1973 Dickinson graduate Jeff Thompson will be the Junior Varsity Basketball Mentor.

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Dickinsonian, March 22, 1974

Dr. Henry Eyring is to receive the Priestley Memorial Award. Strawbs will perform in the Dining Hall. In the Social Hall, John D. K. Brunner is to present a medieval-style puppet concert. The Library begins cataloging the Norris Collection. The Ecology Club conducts junk mail project. In ATS concert, The Preservation Hall Jazz Band pleases its audience. Scott Geare '71 develops methane generator. Librarian Dorothy Bowers authors The Irwins and the Harrisons: The Feminine Side of Early American History.

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Dickinsonian, February 22, 1974

Prof. Richard Wanner announces resignation from Dean of College position; Prof. George Allan accepts his place. Students now favor the Nitschke Resolution on off-campus housing over the Berman Resolution. The Public Affairs Symposium (PAS) features Ramsey Clark. New Birth is to perform in ATS. In the Social Hall, a panel of environmentalists will discuss "Man's attitude towards his environment." Pres. Rubendall will convene the newly-formed Presidential Selection Committee. Roy Cohn defends Pres. Nixon at the PAS. The Friends of Benjamin Rush organization forms.

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Dickinsonian, February 15, 1974

Tom C. Clark delivers the keynote Public Affairs Symposium speech. In preliminary ballot voting results, students favor the Berman Resolution for off-campus housing. Associate Dean for Residential Services Stephen Markwood notes this school year as having the lowest freshman fraternity participation ever for College. Senior Gail-Ann Rickert wins Marshall Scholarship. In the HUB, the Carnegie Art Collection (donated to the College in the 1920s) will be on display. "Spring Festival Weekend" in May will hold workshops by the Philadelphia Folk Society.

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Dickinsonian, February 8, 1974

In ATS, The Dorian Quintet is to perform as part of the Cultural Affairs Series. Food Services experiences spoilage difficulties due to the independent truckers' strike and the national gas shortage. Dr. Frank Rose will speak on lunar impact. An overview of the Public Affairs Symposium "Law and Lawyers" is provided.

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