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Required chemistry labs 131 and 132 are combined into a new more hands-on approach in Chemistry 141-foundations of chemistry. The Affirmative Action Officer updates the college's discrimination policy by changing the wording of prohibition of discrimination based on "gender" to discrimination based on "sex" and also adding the probation of discrimination due to "sexual orientation." Student Senate finds a bank error in their favor, collecting $40,000. On Sunday the 24th, a glass Coke bottle filled with tobacco "juice" shatters, spilling onto and damaging multiple books in the library.

Construction on a new wall along high street in front of the Weiss Arts Center begins, and is met with much student opposition. COPUS sponsored an information session on Thursday, February 24th, to help students better understand their options regarding financial aid. The Weiss Center for Arts was recently flooded, but damage to the center was minimal, and faculty members continued to be optimistic about the new arts center. At the University of Denver, students convinced administrators to raise student fees so that the administration could provide better student services.

College elects Senate officers (Bill Sapoch, Kurt Krauss, Pete Dahlin), Repositioning includes changes for football, poor attendance to Black History Program, Woodrow Wilson Visiting Fellow Milton Lyon speaks at lecture, Dean of the College George Allan speaks about college-preparation, EPA buys homes in Missouri, Professor Gary D'Lamater denied tenure, Annabella and Bow Wow Wow performs in Harrisburg, Dance concert "Bits of Broken Glass and Other Pieces" in Mathers Theatre, Coro Stelutis, choir from Bologna Italy performs, Ice Hockey rematch scheduled, Discussion of JV sports, Men's basket

End of Student Senate President Michael Pappas' term, renovation of Bosler Hall on schedule, Paul F.

Phi Kappa Psi fraternity charged with harassment and failure to comply with College regulations after an alleged paddling incident. Dickinson College, President Samuel A. Banks, and Alpha Chi Rho fraternity named, with seven others, as defendants in a lawsuit filed by Dickinson Sophomore Scott W. Sinning. No comment from either of the defendants, no comment from plaintiff. Student Food Service workers gain pay increase. College vandalism up, 400-1000 more incidents in 1985 than previous year. Initiation of the London program for the study of the humanities delayed for one year.

Greek life gains greater popularity on campus, prompts the possibility of new sorority colonization. Central Pennsylvania Consortium moves to more effectively celebrate Black History Month with educational opportunities for residents of the Harrisburg area. English department faces personnel shake-ups: Prof. Ellen B. Rosenman to depart; Prof. Donald V. Bowie resigns. College gears up for Public Affairs Symposium on the role of media in society and on campus. Albert Thompson, College employee of 30 years, interviewed.

Housing conflict unresolved as administration not clear on futures of both Arts House and Mathews House. College receives additional grants to update scientific equipment. Nationwide program seeks an end to dangerous fraternity hazing rituals. 1985 Senior class gift drive begins, hopes to collect $32,000 for class gift. College bookstore suffers student shoplifting. Dickinsonian editorial staff calls for end to hazing practices, criticize faculty for missing crucial planning meeting.

Dickinson announces a 9.9% tuition increase to meet rising costs of institutional improvements. Students studying off campus run into a number of problems on return, chiefest among them the disorganization of course registration. College receives $1 million grant from the National Endowment for the Humanities. $200,000 received from the Charles A. Dana Foundation for providing jobs to students in the areas of their academic interest. Parking lot formerly reserved for students re-designated as faculty and staff parking, much to students' frustration.

The Faculty Committee on Personnel redesigns student course evaluations, focusing on gaining both quantitative and qualitative information from students. Library criticized as missing the mark on collection breadth and availability, facility design. Union Station to feature pizza-making option; Food Service hopes to compete with local pizzerias. Dangers of stress profiled, along with de-stressing tips. East Asian Studies Major established, Neil B. Weissman and Harry D. Krebs interviewed. Summer courses offered in England, focus is on History of England and English theater.

Dickinson makes one million dollar commitment to improving college scientific equipment. Grants allow college to purchase microscopes among other equipment, scanning electron microscope donated by Dupont Inc. Possibility of a national drinking age by 1986 debated. Students support Oxfam with fast sponsored by the Chaplain's Office. Beta Theta Pi sponsors 'pole-sitting' marathon for Carlisle charity. Calvin Hill, former NFL player, speaks on the dangers of alcohol abuse and recreational drug use in the League and in society at-large.

Student body slightly prefers old grading system to new plus-minus system. College plans Mock Convention for April. Seth Ray, Steve Bartolett and Matt Creme triumph in Student Senate elections. Lilly Endowment sends over $200,000 to College which will help launch COLE program. John Kemeny wins Joseph Priestley Award. "Eating Out" reviews The Bellaire House (3/5 stars) and The Backroom Discotheque (2/5). "In Depth" explores tenure controversy. Library installs 13 students as security checkers.

Athletic trainer Julie Ramsey was not rehired by the College, causing quite a stir amongst students, and led to some students passing around a petition in protest. The Dining Services is under new management by Nick Stamos, who is working to improve the system. Anne Sturges, a freshman, has started a program for mentally disabled children in Carlisle. The women's basketball team made it to the Middle Atlantic Conference only to have their season end after a loss at the conference. Bo Hoppin and Kiki Jacobs of the swim team both qualified for Nationals at the Middle Atlantic Conference.

Students push for an Environmental Science major, but due to curriculum issues, it will not be offered at this time. The FBI have been searching United States libraries for potential Soviet agents. Members of the College community show disapproval over the sorority rush process, which some feel is too short and do not like how it is conducted. Stephanie D'Alessandro has created an entire exhibit in the Trout Gallery called, "An American View: From the Country to the City" about her experience of a semester in Bologna.

Former college student Scott W. Sinning, '87, is suing campus administrators, the Alpha Chi Rho fraternity, the Borough of Carlisle, Carlisle Chief of Police Frank Giordano, and two Carlisle Police Officers after being shot in the right eye by a pellet gun. Students that took part in the Malaga, Spain program have brought forth complaints about the program. Men and Women's Swim Team continues to set records during the season.

Sigma Alpha Epsilon fraternity has been revoked of its party privileges for the month of February due to sexual harassment allegations by female students and other violations on alcohol. Rumors have arose about Sigma Alpha Epsilon possibly losing the rights to Biddle House, where they currently live. The Director of Admissions, J. Larry Mench, is working to set the target number of students admitted next year between 530 and 550 in order to divert potential housing crises. Sharon Schultheiss is this year's winner of the Emil R.

Raids by state police occur at other universities in Pennsylvania as part of a campaign to curb underage drinking. Violations Board harassment charge set aside. Dr. Riyad Mansour of the PLO discusses "Palestine problem". Senates answer questions at forum for election today. "Still Motion" well received. Student's spent the summer volunteering in Holland. Outing Club offers exciting off campus activities. Pulitzer Finalist Douglas Unger brought to campus for a reading. Bigs and Littles program provides a unique student and community interaction.

Oxfam's fundraising fast raises questions. Prevalence of student drug usage discussed. Fritschler sheds light on campus concerns. Leaders see student government as powerful. Senior Sue Barzda spent semester in Nepal. "Still Motion" dance theater group concert to open. Racial tension continues to spread on college campuses. Waggoner's Gap and Migrating hawks.

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.

Student Immersion programs are currently being developed in Spain, France, and Germany. The Women's Center, at 222 Church Street, will open March 1st to provide lectures and exhibits focused on feminists issues. The Mermaid Players productions of Chamber Music and The Day The Whores Came Out to Play Tennis receive rave reviews. The first artist in residence sponsored by the music department will be Ustad Hamid Hossain--a master Sitarist from Bangladesh, India. The swim team and dive team prepare for their final meets.

Keynote Speaker Paul Warnke delivers his PAS address on Nuclear Arms. On Tuesday of the PAS, former congressman Toby Moffett and Publisher of "The National Review" William Rusher, focused their debate on "Defense Strategy in the Nuclear Age." U.S. Department of State Deputy Director of the Office of Strategic nuclear Policy Richard A . Davis discussed U.S. Nuclear Arms control as part of PAS. The Mermaid Players will present Arthur Kopit's "Chamber Music" and " The Day the Whores Came Out to Play Tennis." The Women's basketball team beat Messiah by 24 points.

The Board of Trustees increases tuition by 8% for a total of $11,040 for tuition, room, and board. National public relations firm Hill & Knowlton has been hired by President Banks to help position the college as a more prestigious and top liberal arts college. Presidents of the college's ten fraternities, members of the Interfraternity Council, and members of Dickinson's administration met for an all-day retreat on January 23rd to help improve relations between fraternities and administration.

The all-College Priorities and Long Range Planning Committee (PLRP) announce that tuition will rise less then 8% for the 1984-85 academic year. Dickinson will enter the 1984 College Bowl. Students are given a tour of Denny Hall over the weekend to see progress on its current restorations. U.S. News and World Report issues their top colleges ratings and Dickinson is not listed. The Arts Building, which was located next to the library, is torn down. DTG's show entitled "Cold Feat" is a success.

the Public Affairs Symposium's topic this year was "Human Rights" and the keynote speaker this year was Hodding Carter III, former Assistant Secretary of State for Public Affairs. Candidates for Student Senate are featured in an article. Dave Levitt studied abroad in various locations in the Far East for a semester and gives advice to readers. Dave Freysinger has become the new leading scorer for basketball. The Women's Basketball team has made Dickinson history by competing in the Middle Atlantic Conference's tournament.

Safety concerns rise with intruder scares. Student Health Advisory Committee proposed increased access to condoms. Dr. S. Frederick Starr offers optimistic view of the former Soviet Union. Grace Jarvis enters race for 199th PA state legislative district. Psychologist Naim Akbar motivates black community. College re-evaluates student safety after fire. Blood drive for Jay Feinberg reveals hope for three leukemia stricken victims. College re-names Bernard Center Old East, returning to tradition. Information on vegetarianism. Students review breakfast spots in Carlisle.

PAS committee calls 1992 symposium on poverty a great success. New Hampshire Primary sets stage for presidential election. Concert committee picks Blues Traveler for spring concert. Anonymous newspaper "whistling in the dark" hits campus. Restructuring of US manufacturing creates demand for international students. PAS symposium addresses the link between the environment and poverty. Susan Fritschler offers her version of the modern woman. Review of the Mermaid Players production of Cloud Nine. John Eaken gives faculty violin recital.