Dickinson College

The Banner system for registering for classes and other services makes its debut, though most of its features remained not easily accessible at this point. Hillel and the Middle Eastern Club collaborate to hold a dinner displaying the possibility of coexistence between two groups who have historically been at odds. The applicant pool for the class of 2010 is the largest to date, making Dickinson's admission process even more selective. The new Center for Sustainable Living ("Tree House") is built and is LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) Silver certified.

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

The Quarry revamps its ordering system, allowing students to fill out an order form with an order number for their sandwich. This eliminates long lines and crowds of standing people and instead lets them sit and wait for their food. 192 Dickinson students are accepted into Dickinson programs and partner programs to study abroad for the 2006-2007 school year. At least 90% of those who apply to study abroad are accepted.

Assistant Director of Advising and Coordinator of Learning Support Services Keith Jervis resigns from his post suddenly. The reasons for this departure are kept quiet. Dickinson College celebrates International Women's Day. The Men's Lacrosse Team starts its season off strong, winning the first two games of the season and building off of their success from the two previous seasons. The Women's Lacrosse Team also wins their first two games hoping to repeat the good fortune of the season previous when they reached the Centennial Conference playoffs for the first time in college history.

President Durden and the senior class members differ over the importance of the senior gift drive. Cary Massa is remembered following her passing. Run With It and Theta Chi hold a show and raise over $600 for charity.

Associate Dean of Students, Norm Jones, will be moving up the administration ladder to become assistant to the president. This position includes duties previously belonging to the executive vice president and regarding community development. The Carlisle Regional Medical Center moves one and a half miles further from campus and although this puts it out of walking distance for Dickinson students, they appreciate the better facilities that will be featured in the new building.

The Health Center offers birth control options. The Public Affairs Symposium will focus on natural disasters. Wireless internet is now available in the HUB. The disciplinary system at Dickinson is explained. The Banner Self-Service System replaces the old Dickinson Online Confidant (DOC) for course registration. MOB hosts Valentine's Day Social. Swim teams prepare for the Centennial Conference Championships.

Judge John E. Jones III '77 who has recently ruled in several intelligent design decisions to speak at graduation. Controversy over the unrecognized existence of Sigma Chi continues. Record breaking admissions statistics for the class of 2010 allow a more selective admissions process. Eating disorders hit home with the experiences of Ben Wegemer. Seniors stage talent show to raise money in memory of Rudy Kelly. Valentine's Day gift ideas for the hopeless. Kim Kalish presents Weiss Prize project.

New dean of students, April Vari '82 to arrive. College mourns over the loss of Rudy Kelly, who died in a car accident over winter break. Box stores come to Carlisle with the completion of Carlisle Crossing. Busta Rhymes coming to campus as the spring concert. Durden's experience at the U.S. University Presidents Summit a learning one. HUB all-night to have an alien invasion theme. Swim Coach Paul Richards earns 300th career win.

College to move Office of College and Community Development downtown in 2006. Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice invites President Durden to attend U.S. University Presidents' Summit. Dean of Students candidates visit campus. Holiday gift guide. College life intimidates freshman. Students stay connected through college blog. College introduces bike fleet to promote sustainable transportation. Alumni donations become increasingly important for programs and rankings. Mermaid Players Freshman Plays attract crowd at the Cubiculo.