The last dance at the Depot is held. Students rally to protect the job of Environmental Economics Professor Sebastian Berger as he is reviewed for tenure.
The school announced that the Depot will be demolished for later reconstruction of the Kline expansion. The Office of Community Service implements DreamCatchers program to assist student in Carlisle who are learning English as a second language.
Lani Guinier to give lecture through the Clarke Center. Details regarding the Latin American Symposium. Jim Hoefler, Professor of Political Science, announces his bid for a Pennsylvania State Senate seat. Debate over the use of the Depot on campus. Large centerfold on the details of the Public Affairs Symposium. Despite losing its last three games, the Women's Basketball team heads for play-offs. Three Dickinsonians are named to the All-Conference Team: Annie Guzek, Gretchen Muller, and Nate Brought.
New snack place to be built in the library. Student Senate approves new sound system for the Depot. David Cook performs at Dickinson. Delta Sigma Theta celebrates Delta Week. Outing Club's trip to Utah.
A participant in an Emcee Battle at the Depot shoots at students after they tried to leave the event before his group performed. For the third year, Dickinson prepares for U-Turn, a campus collection and yard sale benefiting United Way. Dance Theatre Group prepares for its fresh student choreographed concert. The Keystones hold a car bash to raise money for Students Against Drunk Driving (SADD). The Senior Gift Drive already nears its goal. The Women's Lacrosse and Softball teams continue on impressive win streaks and look toward the post season.
Sigma Chi sanctioned over housing violations. Study shows that 70 percent of Dickinson students have cellular phone with them at Dickinson. Student Senate and the Multi-Organizational Board (MOB) unveil plans to renovate the Depot. Planned installation of chimes in Old West to be completed by the end of the semester. Composer Ralph Yusef Gawlick gives lecture to Music Department. Ban on gay marriage considered.
Announcement of donation of Robert A Waidner from his estate. Irving Rothe, Holocaust survivor, to speak at Dickinson. Improvements to the Depot discussed. Door alarm problems in dormitories decline. Martin J. Sweet is new professor of Political Science. Student soccer player Alyssa Carlow interviewed.
Students and faculty unite to cope in the wake of the September 11th attacks. A community gathering was held at the Anita Tuvin Schlechter Auditorium. Many opinion pieces were written about the September 11th attacks. Gary Greenberg performs his comedy routine in the Depot. The Goodyear Building is opened for senior housing. The "New Science Building" is renamed "Tome" while the old Tome building is renamed "Stern."
Springfest occurred, met with good weather and mixed reactions from the student body. The first annual Deli Night was well-attended. Keith Rodgers and Skip Stevenson are doing a 50-hour radio marathon for autism. A lip syncing contest capped off Greek week 2001. The Student Senate held their last meeting of the year. Morgan Hall won the Freshman Olympics. Adam Ferullo reviews President Bush's first 100 days in office. A poll of students reveals that most freshmen are pleased with Dickinson, but that half of them have considered transferring.
A new social space was opened for students on the corner of Louther and College Streets. There are an abundance of opportunities for students to work on campus. 50 freshman participated in the Emerging Leaders Retreat over winter break. Six students selected nineteen paintings by artist Ralston Crawford for the newest exhibit at the Trout Gallery. Adam Ferullo writes a column about the auspicious first two weeks of George W. Bush's presidency. Rick Recht, a Jewish rock musician, played at the Depot on Saturday night. Five students were asked their best and worst Valentine's Day gifts.
Limestone Ventures, a new club on campus aimed at promoting self-starting businesses, held an entrepreneurship forum in ATS on October 25th. A group of students in an Oceanography class plan to head to the Bahamas in January to do research. The Clarke Center plans to hold a 3-day celebration of Irish literature starting on November 9th. Residents of Drayer Hall reacted angrily to a sixty-minute video on rape and men's fantasies shown in the Weiss Center on October 23rd. The editor writes an editorial criticizing the effect that new class registration policies will have on seniors.
Construction costs covered by bond issue. Flex plan upgraded. Visibility key to college's success. Politicians running for the 19th congressional seat to debate at ATS. Laundry prices criticized. Power rip plays at the Depot. Three cheers for "Bring It On".
Alum snatches college web name. Fake tickets to Wyclef Jean minimal. Student Senate and administration approve new social space with snack bar. Greek life to undergo changes in 2000. Student senate letters of intent for 2000-2001. Earth week events set. Cogan Fellows share experiences. Dean Betsy Emerick to retire in June. Wyclef gets his groove on at ATS. Freshman to invade Depot. DTG preparing for concert.
Dean calls Class of 2002 'smaller, but stronger'. College ranks as 20th 'Best Value' in the nation by U.S. News. Planning Board to debut 'new' Depot. Students to perform one-act plays. 1999 PAS to focus on science.
Senate allocates this year's budget surplus. Senate grants $30K to Depot Planning Board. College awarded $7.5 million from Alice Rosene and John Beyard Sharp, as well as oil and gas rights on the estate - the largest single donation in the college's history. College focuses on 'global awareness'. Senate committee reviews curriculum, hoping to integrate writing and computer skills throughout all majors. Profile of women in Umoja House.
David McCullough to deliver 1998 Commencement address; Alleged hazing incidents spark administrative crackdown; Senate committee aims to reclaim Depot for student use; "Outbreak" scientists discuss experience with ebola virus; President's Task Force calls for new international focus; College alumna Jennifer Ringley has 24-hour webcam in her room; Students for a Free Tibet participate in D.C. rally; DTG to perform with Dance Alloy; New music class offers chance to explore lesser-studied female artists
New commission to examine the College's paper consumption. FAS Mailroom plans to move. Speakers debate obstacles to Russian reform at Clarke Center forum. Depot set to open Saturday. ODK taps nine new members. Sexual harassment policy under review. College students travel to the Bahamas to research marine science with Prof. Marcus Key.
College prepares for Depot opening. Senior Denise Frisbie killed in an auto accident. Dickinson grad Dr. Lisa A. Rossbacher to assume duties as the new Dean of the College. Fifth annual Emerging Leader Retreat teaches organizational skills & keys to success to campus enterprises. SAT requirement dropped to attract students, says a student. Student discusses the benefits of brewing beer at home. DTG reveals details of their spring lineup.
"Take Back the Night" event, part of Rape Awareness Week, is in its fifth year, sponsored by the Women's Center. A self-defense martial arts class also is being offered to the campus and as part of a women's self-defense program. Students voted on a name for the new social space, the Depot. The College reviews the possibility of having a merit-based financial aid program. The football team wins over Gettysburg and won back the Old Oak Bucket.
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.