Dickinsonian, March 1888

Some students insist on a change of the college colors for various reasons.  The Central Inter-Collegiate Press Association is formed, with representation from the Dickinsonian present at a recent meeting.  The library is praised for its large holding of old and ancient books.  The College Glee Club holds a concert in the Opera House.  Washington's birthday is commemorated, and classes are suspended for the day.  A Mr.

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Dickinsonian, January 1888

The Dickinsonian suggests the creation of a school bookstore on the part of some enterprising student.  Outrage is displayed after an unidentified student pours cold water over two co-eds in zero-degree weather.  Flaws in the construction of Bosler Hall's water runoff system become apparent with increased precipitation in Carlisle.  The school's gymnasium is finally opened on January 6, followed by a busy night of banquets and celebrations. 

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Dickinsonian, January 13, 1950

The Dickinsonian elects John Shumaker '51 editor-in-chief for the 1950-51 academic year. The Sociology Department begins an extensive project to interview Carlisle residents, with over 70 Dickinson students taking part. The Bookstore announces that it will extend its hours during the beginning of the spring semester in order to accommodate the rush to buy textbooks. The Dickinson Follies hold tryouts, and dates are set for the Spring Formal, IFC Ball, and Pan-Hel Dance.

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Dickinsonian, March 8, 1990

Nuclear reactor at Three Mile Island shuts down after elevated levels of radiation were detected. Poet Kathy Fagan to give reading in Memorial Hall. Sexuality Resource Group sponsors performance by musician/composer Nancy Day. Students discuss the high price of textbooks at the College bookstore. The Physical Plant takes over the recycling program, which Dickinsonians Advocating Resourcefulness with the Environment (DARE) had started in 1988.

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Dickinsonian, February 6, 2004

Student express opinions on cafeteria renovations. Rick Atkinson to teach on campus in Fall 2004. Holland Union Building to undergo renovations. Study into overpriced textbooks. Admission policies concerning shaping a diverse class scrutinized.

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Dickinsonian, September 24, 2000

College hosts community event in response to KKK rally. Sexual assaults reported on campus. Prowler targets campus. Campus social space nearing completion. Recycling at 20%. Napster use limited. Bookstore features lower prices. Common Hour to feature Chinese art and politics. CAEC evicts president. Sydney 2000: Olympic games hit a few snags.

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Dickinsonian, March 25, 2000

Wyclef Jean tickets sell out. Would you choose Dickinson again? College to offer film studies minor. Bookstore prices to drop next year. College honors area high school teachers. WDCV: It's out there. Step into the Mermaid Player's production of "The Blue Room". The Oscar gods speak. March Music Madness. Who's playing D III? No time for spring athletes.

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Dickinsonian, December 6, 1990

Housing forum discusses Greek Life housing situations in light of empty beds in fraternity houses. Peace Action Group founded in response to situation in the Middle East. Eaken Piano Trio performs on campus. Bookstore buy-back fairness examined. Middle East crisis comes into focus on campus.

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Dickinsonian, November 20, 1997

Shoplifting incident compels the Bookstore to seek more elaborate countermeasures against theft. Financial aid spending threatens reserve funds. Nobel Prize winner and former president of Costa Rica, Oscar Arias Sanchez, addresses the college. Students fast to relieve pains of hunger around the world. Common Hour examines local and national effects of welfare reforms. Freshman seminar explores HIV/AIDS issues and aims to educate the campus. The college Health Center is deemed unfriendly to ailing students. Trout Gallery unveils a new exhibit.

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Dickinsonian, February 6, 1985

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.

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Dickinsonian, January 28, 1988

President Ronald Reagan delivers his final state of the union address. College plans another new alcohol policy. Carlisle proposes zoning changes. Nancy Lindgren resigns as HUB administrator. Bookstore manager describes improvements. Leaky roof at Kisner-Woodward soaks residents. Trout Gallery features an Andrew Wyeth original. Two students spend the semester in Israel. Ballroom dance lessons on the quad well received. Review of "Good Morning, Vietnam".

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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, March 19, 1970

Senate approves a proposal for coed living units in Todd and Mathews houses with the first two floors for men and the rest for women. SDS questions business manager Bloodgood on campus working conditions and wages. The College receives a federal grant providing for community service and continuing education programs under Title I of the Higher Education Act for their program "The Carlisle Education-Action Program for Housing." The College fine arts department will hold an Indian Arts Festival. NSA and NAS consider financial merger.

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Dickinsonian, October 13, 1961

Rubendall advocates new Student Union. Ravi Shankar to speak at Cultural Affairs program. Reverend Lester Welliver and Doctor Cornelius Kruse to speak. College bookstore is too small according to Assistant Treasurer George Bubletz. Committee of Academic Policy, Program, and Practice to undertake survey of curriculum. Debate council opens season. Military Science department to recreate Civil War battle. Results of the Prof-Coed basketball game. Zeta Tau Alpha will celebrate Founder's Day October 14th. Rushing rules under debate.

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