2004

Ben Folds musical concert rescheduled for Spring term. Description of the Dickinson Cheerleaders. Advice on managing exam stress. Alumnus profile on Allen Bell, Class of 1968. Biographical piece on College photographer, A. Pierce Bounds. Outline on the Music and Arts Expo put on by the Arts Haus, Treehouse, and Student Music Society. Professor profile on Steven Lichtman, assistant professor of political science. Spotlight on the Ski Club. Letters to the Editor respond to oppose previous Dickinsonian articles on U.S. History course offerings and the limitations of the Study Abroad Program.

This issue consists of articles regarding Rachel McCool's ('07) success in the JEOPARDY! game show. Discussion of the limited amount of U.S. History classes offered at Dickinson College. The College warns of strict regulation against electronic file sharing amongst students. A security camera is placed on East College to monitor the Benjamin Rush statue and prevent vandalism. Weiss Prize recipient, Cassie Gurbisz '05 describes her project of working with roadkill in art. Dickinson students led by Maureen Conly '05 start a Girl Scout Troop in Carlisle.

This issue includes articles on students wanting to expand the College's Study Abroad options. Reviews on the events during Multicultural Week. Announcement of the opening of the Conflict Resolution Resource Center under the direction of Shalom Staub. Description of a variety of campus renovations. Announcement that the Waidner-Spahr Library goes wireless. Spotlight on the Astronomy Club. Musical artist Ben Folds cancels concert at Dickinson due to illness; however, he hopes to reschedule.

This issue consists of articles analyzing the outcome of the 2004 Presidential Election on November 1st. Interview with Kurt Tadich '05, as he draws attention to his recent purchase of a 1962 fire engine. Advertisement for The Clark Center two-part symposium on the morality of torture, which includes a lecture given by Dr. Henry Shue and a panel discussion with Dr. Shue, Professor Bova (Dickinson), Stephanie Farrior (Penn State Dickinson School of Law), and David Perry (U.S. Army War College). Discussion of campus community service organization, Circle K possibly losing its club status.

This issue includes articles on the 2004 national campaign for President, where students debate the political philosophies of the candidates, John Kerry and George W. Bush. The social media website, Facebook invades the College campus. Further discussion regarding Michael Moore's refusal to reschedule his lecture at Dickinson. Controversy over College shirts bearing the phrase, "Go Hard Big Dick." The Student Senate passes a resolution to begin a nightly shuttle service to off-campus housing.

Previous remarks on Dickinson Public Safety and Carlisle Police Department partnership found untrue. Dickincinema organization created to organize certain films the College should sponsor at the Carlisle Theater. Kappa Delta Pi, an international honor society in education, is replacing the previous membership program, Teachers for Tomorrow. Profile on musical student, Taryn Meighan '05. Club Spotlight on the College Democrats. The Frisbee Team receives gym credit. Sigma Chi Alumni respond to the expulsion of the Sigma Chi fraternity at Dickinson.

This issue includes further discussion of Michael Moore's visit, mentioning that Moore was unable to visit the College due to an illness. Rachel McCool '07 scheduled to appear on JEOPARDY! game show. Controversy over expulsion of Sigma Chi fraternity. Discussion on President Durden's protege, Dr Michael Brown, an American Council on Education (ACE) Fellow. Confirmation of Carlisle Police Department and Dickinson Public Safety teaming up to crack down on college parties.

This issue consists of further articles discussing Michael Moore's upcoming visit on October 6th. Discussion on the rise in Dining Services prices. Possibility of Warner Bros Network being included on student television networks. Upcoming Clark Center Event on Israeli-Palestinian relations. First-Years protest the Dickinson College car policy. Negative review of Michael Moore's documentary film, Fahrenheit 9/11. Bob Ziegler '05 named the Centennial Conference Football Defensive Player of the Week for the second time in the first three weeks of the season.

Controversies continue surrounding Michael Moore's upcoming public lecture. Debate over Penn State Dickinson School of Law affiliation between Pennsylvania State University and Dickinson College. Officer Paul Darlington no longer serves as the Director of Dickinson Public Safety, and will be replaced by Lt Richard Sexton. Discussion of 2004-2005 Learning Communities. Description of new Dagorhir Battle Club.

This issue includes controversy over Michael Moore's public lecture scheduled for October 6th. Announcement that Ben Folds is scheduled to perform on November 7th. Study Abroad Spotlight on Stephanie Schreiber '05, who studied in Malaga, Spain, her Junior year. New Political Science professor, Crispin Sartwell discusses his first impressions of teaching at Dickinson. Club Spotlight on the College Republicans. Student provides a negative response to Finding Nemo shark display.

This issue consists of articles on Sorority Rushing. Fiberglass Finding Nemo shark replica becomes a permanent campus fixture. Student Life becomes an independent division in an effort to more effectively serve students. Photographs on Fall Fest 2004. Hunger 2 Hope organization combines the efforts of the Dickinson and Carlisle communities to work for global change. Information on Dance Theater Group's upcoming auditions for their Fall production. Reflective letter on Michael Moore's public lecture.

This issue includes articles on the Freshmen Orientation. Interview with Dean Ricardo Surita on Michael Moore's upcoming public lecture. Update on Dickinson College's national rankings. Holland Union Building, Waidner-Spahr Library, Old West, Biddle Field Complex, Kline Center, and residence hall renovations. Library and Information Services organization created, with Robert Renaud appointed as Vice-President of LIS. In Memoriam dedicated to the late Doug Fryling '04. Outline of upcoming Hope 2 Hunger events. Greetings and update from Dean Ricardo Surita.

Geology Professor Noel Potter to retire after 25 years of teaching at Dickinson. Five ROTC students to be commissioned at a ceremony led by Gen. David Petraeus. President Durden and Vice President Massa issue farewell statements to graduating class. Senior athletes from every sports team given tributes.

Secretary of the Smithsonian Lawrence Small to give commencement speech at Graduation. Class of 2008 breaks record for highest percentage of international students enrolled at Dickinson. The number of reported sexual harassment incidents rises, according to Dickinson Public Safety figures. The Corigliano Quartet ends three-year tenure as artists-in-residence. Common Hour topic deals with terrorism and the acceptability of torture.

Health Center looking to make it easier to secure an appointment amidst a rise in demand as a result of sexual health appointments. Kappa Alpha Theta wins sixth Lip Sync contest. Dave Coulier performs on campus. Student research links nicotine and depression during the Dickinson College Research Symposium. Students attend the March for Women's Lives in Washington, D.C.

Efforts made to improve relations between Carlisle and the Dickinson community. Improvements to the library planned for the summer, including new laser printer and computers, as well as a new entrance onto Britton Plaza. Policy Studies majors develop senior projects to benefit future Dickinsonians. Jive Turkeys host the fourth annual ultimate frisbee tournament. Men's Tennis boast most wins since 1960, finishing fourth in the conference.

Wheelchair accessibility problematic around campus. Senate budget surplus explained. Dickinson College Democrats to host an election debate between the Democrat nominees for the 199th District of the Pennsylvania State House spot. Multi-Organization Board and Campus Activities Board to undergo structural changes.

Keystones and Phoenix provide service opportunities for interested students; the organizations' development is also considered. Author Tobias Wolff to speak on campus. The Clark Center sponsors a talk by CNN political correspondent Bill Schneider. International House to be relocated to Todd House. Biology majors and faculty research new drug. Jazz drummer Joe Morello to play in Jazz Ensemble's upcoming concert and deliver workshop on campus. Men's Lacrosse beats McDaniel for the first time in 27 years.

The annual spoof issue, The Drinkinsonian, tackles various aspects of college life in a satirical manner.

The Geology Club visits Hawaii over Spring Break to do research on volcanoes. WDCV to change its name from "The Frequency" to it original name, "The Dickinson College Voice." Admissions projects 5000 applications for the class of 2008. Plans to install webcams in the HUB abandoned. Life in Toulouse and Malaga are examined.

High percentage of Dickinson students suffer from chronic stress according to a recent poll. Neuroscience major approved. Linda Ellerbee discusses American news media in lecture. Republican and Democratic congressmen to give talks as part of the Congress to Campus program focusing on democracy. Alpha Lambda Delta inducts new members. Second annual American Vanguard Festival held. Ban on gay marriage continues to draw student opinions.

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.

Campus survey reveals student opinion on residential life policies and restrictions. Davidson Hall residents/students in Healthy Living (drug and alcohol-free) environments face changes to policy. Linda Ellerbee to speak on campus about media coverage. Artist Aagdalene Hsu-Li interviewed prior to campus performance.

Campus survey reflects importance of library to students. Master classes for student musicians provide different opportunity to get feedback on performance. Plans approved to install webcams across campus. Track and Field continues to break records.

Campus survey on 2004 election reveals liberal political majority. New crosswalk safety measures to be enacted. Popularity of different languages and the language requirement reviewed. Former president of Ireland Mary Robinson to speak at 41st annual Public Affairs Symposium on ethical globalization. Plans formed to expand learning communities in first-year seminars.