1994

Speaker relates his personal experience with HIV for World AIDS Day. Office of Safety and Security sponsors bicycle registration in light of the growing problem of bicycle theft on campus. College continues its search for a new Dean. Sophomores now eligible for RA positions. Holiday tree giving, Candlelight service pledge for less fortunate. Student entrepreneurs tell their stories.

Faculty members voted to make the SATs an optional part of the admissions process. One of the Rape Awareness Week programs feature an informative discussion about, "Does No Mean No in Pennsylvania?" Student Senate sponsored a new Student Activities Phone Line, which allows student to call in and hear about events happening every weekend. The Dickinson Board of Trustees voted to give health benefits for same-sex partners of College employees. The swim team has employed a new coach, Paul Richards.

"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.

The Multicultural Fair Week is in its fourth year and continues to bring awareness to the Dickinson community. The Spahr Library has plans for new additions to be built to create more space for the ever increasing volumes of books. The Library also looks to improve the Inter-Library Loan system and create a computerized circulation system. Lewis Czedrick was crowned Mr. Dickinson in the third annual Mr. Dickinson pageant held by Delta Nu. The Ice Hockey team is undefeated thus far in the season.

The College's pass/fail system is under review, as the system was adopted in the late 60's. The College also discussed the possibility of offering cable in dorm rooms rather than just in common areas. As stated in the previous issue, the Men and Women's Rugby team faces disbandment due to a lack of funding and the teams have been petitioning to Senate.

Civil War historian and Dickinson alumni from 1977, Brian Pohanka, has returned to Dickinson to give a lecture on "When History Meets Hollywood" about the recent historical film "Gettysburg." Math and Computer Science Professor E. Robert Paul passed away after a year-long battle with cancer. Professor Paul had been employed on the campus since 1976 and was the Joseph Priestley Professor of the History of Science. The Men and Women's Rugby has been terminated by College administration because of insufficient funds to acquire a coach and trainer.

The Priestley Award was given to Harvard Professor of Physics and History of Science, Gerald Holton. Former director of Dining Services, Nick Stamos, is appointed Associate Treasurer for Support Operations, which oversees many of the auxiliary services in the college community. A new payroll system has been put into practice, which wires money electronically into students accounts. Unfortunately, with this new system, some students lost several checks in the process.

Student leaves College after harassment and alleged attack due to his sexual orientation. Parents' Weekend brings victories and activities. Students patrol campus to make it safer. Common Hour discusses O.J. Simpson trial. ODK taps 17 new members. Clarke Center sponsors community, campus events. College offers Environmental Science major. Career Center helps seniors find jobs.

Old West opens its doors to celebrate Constitution Day. College welcomes new faculty. Disabled students will have less boundaries. PAS to discuss the United Nations. Freshman class impresses Admissions. Account of rushing for men and women. Local bands attempt to establish a name as HUB rocks last Friday night. Student reviews Bologna. Student reviews the new coffee bar in the HUB.

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.

Drinkinsonian issue: spoofs on the year, the faculty, students, and president.

Earth Day promotes small local projects. Colonel Cabaniss from the War College discusses Bosnian situation. More universities offering HIV testing on campus. Minority students "more likely to integrate". Greeks compete in 'Olympic' games and enjoy sun. South Africa holds first free elections. Dickinson College Choir performs Verdi's 'Requiem'. Student's Art Exhibit showcases a wide range of talents.

Advisor to UN informs campus about Bosnian crisis and possible solutions. Mexica (Aztec) elder to address ancient traditions. 'Nazi Hunter' Beata Klarsfeld addresses a packed Rubendall Recital Hall. Latin American symposium focuses on Mexico in the 1990s. Former Ambassador of Yugoslavia speaks of his experiences. Student reviews the continent of Europe. Student in Wisconsin uses financial aid money to purchase an island. Kurt Cobain commits suicide.

Author of Sexual Assaults on Campus, Professor Carol Bohmer, speaks out about sexual assault as a social problem. Dr. James Tanis will give the Baccalaureate address. The Latin American Symposium begins with a keynote speech on "The Uncertainty Principle in Mexican Politics." The importance of SATs may be loosing favor with some colleges and universities. The tennis teams are off to an impressive 4-0 start.

As Student Senate elections draw near, candidates state their intentions. Officer of a citizens action group on handgun control, Sara Brady will be the speaker at this years commencement. Professor Clint Sprott, this year's winner of the Glover Award, discussed "The New Science of Chaos" in a common hour address. Leading Mexican presidential candidate Colosio is assassinated. John Miller, vice president of AHEDD, discusses the new American Disabilities Act with students. Spielberg wins the first Oscar of his career for Shindler's List. The Men's Lacrosse team is off to a good start.

Quad 4 catches fire for the second time in four months due to an unattended cigarette. The number of seniors allowed to live off campus next year shrinks as not all dorms were filled this year. The Committee on Financial Aid releases an investigative report on their efficiency. Baseball season is delayed due to the snow.

Rebecca Walker hosts a presentation on "Becoming the Third Wave," a rally to modern advances in feminism. The Student Senate looks into establishing an honor code. Delta Delta Delta hosts a seminar promoting crime awareness. Hank Nuwer gives a presentation on the dangers of hazing based on his book Broken Pledges--The Deadly Rite of Hazing. The library installs five Macintosh computers. The college examines the future of ROTC. Dean Allan discusses declining enrollment and grade inflation in a revealing interview.

Daniel Schorr delivers the keynote speech to this years Public Affairs Symposium entitled "The Trouble with Television--Biting the Hand that Fed Me." Students debate the nature of advertising, using a recent Pepsi commercial featuring a chimp as the topic of discussion. Common Hour sees a continuation if the PAS topic of Media with a discussion on how ethnic stereotypes are portrayed to Americans. A survey given to students reveals their opinions on racism at Dickinson. Graduate school programs become increasingly more selective due to the wavering economy.

The Sexual Resource Group provides information during Safer Sex Week. Pennsylvania's Abortion Control Act will go into place, mandating counseling and a 24 hour waiting period after that session. A performance of the play "Our Young Black Men are Dying and Nobody Seems to Care" is one of the many events scheduled for Black History Month. The Mermaid Players perform a "must see" production of King Lear. The Cultural Affairs Committee funds a performance of Chopin's music by renowned pianist Robert Guralnik. The Music department also presented a concert of Schubert pieces.

Enrollment for the 1994-1995 year is reduced so more funds can be put towards financial aid. Build-up continues for the upcoming PAS on media. A new climbing class proves very popular. In Honor of Black History Month, the Trout gallery opens an exhibit on African art entitled "African Objects of Prestige and Personal Adornment from the Permanent Collection." The Woman's Basketball team squeaks into the Centennial playoffs.

The Lumberyard collapses due to heavy snow fall. The origins of a fire in Quad 4 are questioned. The first Common Hour of the spring features The New Jack Scholars--a group that explores African History through Hip-Hop in Afrocentricity. The topic of the upcoming Public Affairs Symposium is Media: Defining the American Dream. The College will celebrate Black History Month throughout February with multiple events. The Men and Women's basketball teams loose momentum after the break.