Dickinsonian, March 9, 1995

Senate recognizes Dickinson chapter of Students for a Free Tibet. ROTC sponsors blood drive in Social Hall. As part of Alcohol Awareness Month, speakers talk on alcohol issues. Producer David Haugland speaks at Common Hour panel on homosexuality. College to participate in Pew Higher Education Roundtable. Exhibit of Haitian photography and art displayed at Trout Gallery. Film Society merges with Campus Activities Board. In Rubendall Recital Hall, Janice Hamlet stresses role of black feminist thought as part of Women's History Week. Blue Lou Marini to perform in ATS.

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Dickinsonian, March 2, 1995

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.

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Dickinsonian, September 22, 1994

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.

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Dickinsonian, September 15, 1994

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.

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Dickinsonian, March 4, 1993

Faculty to decide senate president's right to vote in faculty meeting. Seamus Heaney mesmerizes at Common Hour. Rugby offers escort service. African dance troupe Dinizulu thrills and energizes ATS. HUB construction awaits warmer weather. After 19 thefts this semester, Security heightens efforts. Is the college liable for thefts? Study abroad programs maintain allure. Freshworks says: We are just here to jam. Eaken Piano Trio prepares for their Carnegie Hall debut.

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Dickinsonian, October 8, 1992

Piazza will be focal point of college after renovations. Sick students told to wait for health center appointments. Students help local candidates campaign. Financial aid emerges as a campaign issue in Presidential race. Al Masland calls for reforms during campus campaigning. College's ROTC program takes pride in breaking stereotypes. Paul Kilker talks to students about his bid for congress. Seniors urges to donate a little this fall to help future collegians. Second City brings innovation and social awareness to ATS. Octubafest celebrates fall in Carlisle.

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Dickinsonian, September 10, 1992

College social life continues to evolve with new BYOB alcohol policies, effecting weekend parties. Gays, lesbians find allies on campus. Lettermen look to tradition to revive pride in the "D-Club". Students nationwide plan to Rock The Vote. Dean Carmen Neuberger announces resignation. Trustee Mary Ann Altman dies. College opens convenience store in HUB. Social Committee enters second advent. Blondie offers football, free food, and karaoke. Musician Dave Binder continues tradition of playing at the college.

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Dickinsonian, April 21, 1983

Omicron Delta Kappa and Wheel and Chain presented their newest members on the steps of Old West before a large crowd on Wednesday evening. The Student Senate unanimously passed the 1983-84 Spring Activities Budget on Tuesday. Dickinson's first annual Siblings Weekend is slated to occur, starting on Friday, April 21st and going until Sunday, April 23rd. Senior raised $29,200 for the college during the 1983 Senior Gift Drive. Dickinson has initiated the "7000" plan, a student loan program for students in higher income brackets.

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Dickinsonian, April 14, 1983

Borges' scholars from across the country gather to participate witness and participate in Jorge Luis Borges' three-day Symposium at Dickinson. Joan Hoff Wilson delivered a speech on Tuesday evening regarding Watergate and its aftermath. EFFORT, or "Equality for Females: Our Rights Today," hosted the Second Annual Women's Party in an attempt to establish unity among women on campus. Dr. Kenneth Short discussed British propaganda films as a way of eliciting an Anglo-American alliance during World War II.

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Dickinsonian, October 31, 1984

The Dickinsonian wades into the local and national political debate with profiles, analysis, and endorsements. Campaign for the Pennsylvania House of Representatives reviewed, candidates John Broujos and Earl Keller interviewed. The Dickinsonian endorses Walter Mondale for U.S. presidency. College Democrats and College Republicans debate presidential election in print. Democratic Party profiled, lauded. Metzger Series marks 100th anniversary of coeducation at Dickinson with speaker series.

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Dickinsonian, April 7, 1988

Controversy surrounds the Finance Committee's budget for the fraternities and sororities for the 1988-89 school year, and several anonymous threatening letters were sent to members of the Finance Committee. Beta Theta Pi reversed their decision to withdraw from the Inter-Fraternity Council due to conflicts between the fraternity and the council, among other reasons. Freshman Dennis Albertson established a "national service fraternity" called Alpha Phi Omega and will be co-ed and open to both Greeks and Independents.

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Dickinsonian, November 12, 1987

Professor publishing quota continues controversy. Holland Union Building lacks fire alarm system. SVHB (Social Violations Hearing Board) hears harassment case, structure change considered. Portrait of Charles Nisbet stolen, President's house burglarized. Consortium unites Central Pennsylvania Colleges. Dickinson Follies receive smash review after return. Dance adaptation of "Jesus Christ, Superstar" draws large crowd. Profile of the Young Republicans. Goal for Oxfam is for 1000 students to fast to feed the hungry. Football winning streak continues.

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Dickinsonian, November 5, 1987

Student financial groups YES and DIA, stress prudence after decline. Library and HUB considers for possible late night study areas. Another intrusion causes concerns over security. Recent alumni Molly Dean assists with phonathon. A profile of the Peace Action Network. Hillel provides valuable support for Jewish students. Trout Gallery brings in exhibition from NY Met. Dickinson Follies return after absence of 4 years. Fulbright Scholar Toshio Hiraoka visits Dickinson from Japan. Football team commands third straight win. Women's Soccer finishes the season.

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Dickinsonian, September 24, 1987

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.

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Dickinsonian, September 17, 1987

Controversy surrounds the resignation of Michael Netto, director of Dining Services. HUB to be remodeled, as well as the Tome Science Building, several offices moving. College provides beds to students despite over-enrollment and lack of space. New regulations for parties where alcohol is present are put into place. Suspect sought in rash of dorm intruder incidents. Cafeteria lines are too long. Marzenna Kowalik is studying at Dickinson from Poland. Perspectives on Freshman orientation are given by two first-years. Student spends the summer in China.

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Dickinsonian, January 29, 1987

New computer and writing centers in the HUB basement have been built to provide additional places for students to work. The PEER (Program for Enrichment, Education and Recreation) Program has been going strong in the Carlisle area since 1968 and provides employment opportunities for students. The theater and dance department hosts ballroom dancing courses. Dickinson's Intramural Basketball has 13 teams, the largest ever, and should provide for a competitive season.

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Dickinsonian, April 17, 1986

The Mermaid Players are successful with their rendition of "The Misanthrope," a Restoration comedy. Professors at Dickinson earn about an average salary compared to other colleges in the area. The Holland Union Building will undergo renovations. The Interfraternity Council passed a College identification policy where fraternities must card every person attending their parties to see whether or not they are Dickinson or non-Dickinson students.

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Dickinsonian, April 9, 1992

More students than expected vote in senate elections. Record number of students who applied for off campus housing are denied. Bud Shaw, alumnus and activist, dies of AIDS. Students attend an abortion rights march in Washington, D.C. Symposium to be held to discuss the future of Cuba. Students and Safety and Security both pleased with HUB's all night hours. Walter Eddy discusses role of administration in Greek Life. Multiculturalism has become the goal and challenge for administrators. Editorial on the National Endowment for the Arts.

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Dickinsonian, October 22, 1981

Three fraternities, Beta Theta Pi, Sigma Alpha Epsilon and Phi Epsilon Pi volunteered to be relocated due to overenrollment at the College and state that it has not had a negative effect on fraternity life. The Student Senate Priorities Committee unanimously recommended that a student organization office be created inside the HUB and after the Senate's approval, administrative approval is then needed. The idea of an honor code is being analyzed by the Academic Affairs Committee. Women's volleyball earned themselves a spot in the Middle Atlantic Conference tournament.

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Dickinsonian, February 6, 1992

College Trustees pass 1992-93 tuition, exceeding $21,000. New Dining Hall layout needs time to work. New measures will keep HUB open 24 hours. Russian students report of economic depression in Russia. New doors to be put on HUB entrances. Winter break too long. Student looks for answers to educational crisis. Unequal and sacred tradition discovered in Southeast Asia. The new Music scene in the wake of Nirvana.

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Dickinsonian, December 12, 1991

Faculty approves second draft of self study report on diversity. Recession hits college financial aid budget. HUB custodian Albert Thompson retires after 36 years. Motorists' complaints may lead to jaywalking tickets. Leadership Network Council seeks definition. Speakers chosen for PAS on poverty. SASB to consider BYOB policy. Pro-choice advocates establish alliance on campus. Freshman frantically cope with Finals. A new Generation of Jazz Players turning over a new sound. A Day Without Art. Profile of Run With It.

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Dickinsonian, November 16, 1978

Progression, a new student organization on campus, works to raise awareness and create positive social change in the community through films, newsletters, and informational boycotts. A community meeting held in the Holland Union Meeting attracted poor attendance between students, faculty and administrators. A charitable organization that has local roots in Carlisle, United Way, has been up for criticism apparently for being "racist" and for having a monopoly over other charities. Ice Hockey continues to be undefeated.

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Dickinsonian, February 23, 1978

A low voter turnout for the Student Senate elections leaves George Joseph, Kathy Tighe and Avery Leslie victorious. The Russian flu epidemic hits the College campus, leaving 750 students experiencing flu-like symptoms. A resolution passed, calling for faculty members to eat with students in the cafeteria. The first Student Art Show is displayed in the Holland Union Building side rooms. The future of the Hockey Club looks bleak due to financial woes. Students call for a new College gymnasium.

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Dickinsonian, February 17, 1977

In this issue, Associate Dean of the College, Dr. Kenneth Laws, submits his resignation from the college and looks to resume full-time teaching. A recent graduate from the College, Ed Miller, became a finalist in the Rhodes Scholarship competition. An informational picket was staged outside of the Holland Union Building to protest with the Amalgamated Clothing and Textile Workers Union that represents workers at a nearby carpet factory. The Director of Admissions, J. Larry Mench, initiated a new aid plan to recruit local students in surrounding counties with top grades.

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Dickinsonian, April 23, 1976

Students plan picket for Other Players' show, claiming it is "in poor taste and pointless." Freshman Karen Smith to run as delegate to Democratic National Convention. As part of National Student Symposium on the Presidency, senior Steve Joseph is to meet Pres. Gerald Ford. The HUB will hold a forum on nuclear fusion power. In a decision that has College community "upset," Social Violations Hearing Board overturns a suspension toward two Beta Theta Pi brothers who "allegedly used smoke bombs" on two independents. Senior Ron Reisman relate Egyptian travels.

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