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The Wooster Voice (Wooster, OH), 2000-01-20
Wooster Voice Editors
This edition of the Wooster Voice opens with an article about one of the professors at the college. A political science professor became the first lady of Croatia. Professor Dijana Plestina's husband Ivica Racan became the first opposition party prime minister in the history of Croatia. Furthermore, there is an article that discusses SGA's loss of 5 of its members, 4 representatives and one cabinet member. This left SGA with only 17 members, and 2 weeks until the budget/funding meeting. In the pages that follow, there is an article in the News Brief section that discusses hazing at the college. This article focuses on the annual hazing informational meeting. As a result of past incidents involving Greek life and rushing, the Committee on Social Organizations (CSO) felt it necessary to increase the seriousness of the session. There is also some information regarding upcoming movies and showtimes at the local Wooster movie theater. In addition, there is a schedule for "This week at the Underground," the bar and social space for students on campus. Finally, the newspaper ends with a few pages reporting on the various sporting and athletic events for Wooster students and sports teams. This section includes an article about the Wooster women's basketball team's game against Hiram.
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The Wooster Voice (Wooster, OH), 2000-01-27
Wooster Voice Editors
This edition of the Wooster Voice opens with an article on SGA. After having inquiries made about a charter violation on SGA's part, the Campus Council Charter Committee investigated. In the days that followed, the committee cleared SGA from all allegations of charter violations and unconstitutionality. The other front page headline article is on the subject of the Director of Human Resources at the college. Gary Thompson, the director, was sentenced on January 2nd, 2000 for an alcohol-related arrest from the year before (December, 1999). Thompson failed a sobriety test after being pulled over for speeding on the way to his daughter's orthodontist appointment. In addition to a $500 fine and a one year suspension of his license, he was sentenced to a 15-day jail term. In the pages that follow, there is an article that details the Scot Band playing in Cleveland. There is also information about events that students can attend, and things that they can do, on and near campus. This includes movie showtimes and a list of events going on at the Underground, the bar for students on campus. Finally, the newspaper ends with a few pages detailing the sport and athletic events going on at the college. This includes the debut of the indoor track and field team.
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The Wooster Voice (Wooster, OH), 2000-02-03
Wooster Voice Editors
This edition of the Wooster Voice focuses on a lawsuit that was taken against the college and students attending the college. On January 13, 2000, a former Kappa Chi pledge, Chris Babis, filed a civil suit against the College of Wooster, the Head Baseball Coach Tim Pettorini, the Kappa Chi fraternity, and 26 former members of Kappa Chi. Twelve of the 26 former Kappa members who were named, remained at Wooster during the lawsuit. Babis, through the lawsuit, asked for for $50,000 from each of the 31 defendants. This civil suit stemmed from incidents that occurred on January 20, 1999, when Babis contends that he was kicked, urinated on, and had baseball bats swung at his head while pledging the fraternity. Charges of hazing, which is a fourth-degree misdemeanor, were brought against the four "Hellmasters" for the 1999 Kappa Chi pledge class. All four of the Hellmasters accepted a plea bargin for a reduced charge of disorderly conduct.
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The Wooster Voice (Wooster, OH), 2000-02-10
Wooster Voice Editors
On the front page of this edition of the Wooster Voice, there is an article discussing the vandalism of Kauke Arch. In typical Wooster tradition, students attempted to fill the arch with snow in the hopes of having classes cancelled for their efforts. However, some students took it too far and caused $12,000 worth of damage. In the heat of the moment, a group of students decided to leave some "surprises" for the plows, which included ripped up benches around campus. In the pages that follow, there is an article about the Bissman Wrestling Federation's making it's debut in the Underground. There is also a page of Voice Valentines. The paper ends with a couple of pages detailing the athletic events on campus.
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The Wooster Voice (Wooster, OH), 2000-02-17
Wooster Voice Editors
The circuit board broke last week causing even more telephone problems, students and staff have voiced their opinion in the article on page one. Ted Celeste, who is a Democratic Candidate for the U.S. Senate and a Wooster alumni, spoke to the college today. On Tuesday evening, Steven Emerson was on campus and spoke about, "Confronting International Terrorism." Page three features a table of funding for the student clubs. The Classical Studies department and those who live in the Classics Suite will be doing a non-stop reading of the Odyssey beginning at 8am today. Pages ten through twelve feature the weekly athletics updates.
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The Wooster Voice (Wooster, OH), 2000-02-24
Wooster Voice Editors
On the front page of this edition of the Wooster Voice, there is an article with the headline, "Sigs face allegations in J-Board." Phi Sigma Alpha, a fraternity on campus, was scheduled to go before the Judicial Board due to allegations of inappropriate conduct according to a college security officer. The officer contents that on February 5, 2000, during a new member initiation night, his buttocks were grabbed and full cans of beer were thrown at him. The Sigs chose to have these matters settled in front of the Judicial Board. There is another article on the front page that details the problems with Greek life housing for the upcoming year (2000-2001). During this time, the Omegas, a fraternity, were denied section housing. Furthermore, all of Greek life was split between Armington and Bissman, essentially dividing all of Greek life. In the pages that follow, there is an article that discusses the appearance of swastikas on campus. During the week of February 7, 2000, swastikas were carved into the fabric of four chairs in the main computer lab of Taylor Hall. Finally, the last few pages of the paper are dedicated to athletics and sporting events on campus or including the college's teams. During this year, the men's basketball team beat Kenyon in a significant win.
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The Wooster Voice (Wooster, OH), 2000-03-02
Wooster Voice Editors
This edition of the Wooster Voice released the obituary of Wooster student Christine Hulke (1979-2000). Christine died while hiking with her twin sister and two friends from the college in Mohican State Park. Christine was 20 years old, and an active and bright member of the women's soccer team. She played alongside her twin sister, and both women lived on the same floor of Holden Annex. Christine was a beloved member of the team, and a beloved student at the college. Christine's parents were vacationing in Mexico for their second honeymoon when they were informed of Christine's passing. The college certainly felt the loss of such a bright young life in the years after Christine's passing.
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The Wooster Voice (Wooster, OH), 2000-03-30
Wooster Voice Editors
This is the March 30th edition of the Wooster Voice, a student run newspaper published at the College of Wooster. This issue headlines the burning of a cross in the backyard of a black family in Wooster, and a report on the celebrations of I.S. Monday, a day in which the work done by Seniors on their Independent Study projects is celebrated, and small bulletins on campus events. Page 2 features an article on changes made to the College of Wooster's curriculum, and a continuation of the racism piece. Page 3 features an upcoming virtual job fair, the awarding of the Watson Fellowship to a Wooster student, and Student Government Association candidates for election. Page 4 features an opinion piece criticizing the decision to ban open containers of alcohol during I.S. Monday celebrations, and a piece reporting on the political situation in Senegal. Page 5 features a petition signed by most student, faculty, and administration groups and divisions criticizing and condemning the appearance of several swastikas on campus. Page 6 features a description of Wooster President Stanton Hales' living arrangement. Page 7 features a piece exploring the Wooster tradition of giving each graduating senior a tootsie roll upon completion of their I.S. Page 8 features a review of a local restaurant. Page 9 features an upcoming movie. Page 10-12 are the sports section.
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The Wooster Voice (Wooster, OH), 2000-04-13
Wooster Voice Editors
This is the April 13th, 2000, edition of the Wooster Voice, a student run newspaper published at the College of Wooster. This issue headlines the rejection of the Student Government Association's (SGA) election results due to a computer glitch preventing many students from voting. Also featured are miscellaneous campus news bulletins. Page 2 features a piece on an anti-sexual assault march entitled Take Back The Night. Page 3 features a report on the upcoming Wooster Voice editorial board. Page 4 features a piece criticizing campus security, a piece criticizing the registration process, and a piece criticizing the College's hazing policies. Page 5 features a piece arguing against a flashpoint refugee situation, a piece on sexual assault on campus, and a poem mocking the failures of the SGA over the past year. Page 6 is a sports section. Page 7 features a piece on the destruction of artwork in the Lowry Center, and a poll revealing many Wooster students do not understand the rule making procedure on campus. Page 8 features a report on a dance recital. Page 9 features a report on album sales online. Pages 10-12 are the sports section.
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The Wooster Voice (Wooster, OH), 2000-04-20
Wooster Voice Editors
This is the April 20th, 2000, edition of the Wooster Voice, a student run newspaper published at the College of Wooster. This issue headlines the arrest of the president of Wooster Fraternity Phi Sigma Alpha, a charity fundraiser for AIDS, and the recommendation that the Black Studies Program become its own Department. Page 2 features a report on the room draw system and its flaws. Also featured is an update to the drinking policy. Page 3 features a report on a speech given by a Spanish feminist and a report on an upcoming lecture on homebrewing alcohol from a biology professor. Page 4 consists of continued articles. Page 5 features a piece criticizing the Vagina Monologues for being obscene and promoting the treatment of women as sex objects. Page 6 features a criticism of the Wooster Voice's reporting as being cruel to athletes after a piece criticizing the lacrosse team following a one-sided loss. Page 7 features a report on prank bomb threats in the Wayne County area. Page 8 features a charity fundraiser. Page 9 features a piece about Ohio State University's football. Page 10 features a film review. Page 11 features theatre criticism. Pages 12-16 are the sports section.
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The Wooster Voice (Wooster, OH), 2000-08-31
Wooster Voice Editors
This is the August 8th, 2000, edition of the Wooster Voice, a student run newspaper published at the College of Wooster. This issue headlines the reorganization of Residential Life and a bowling event. Page 2 features a donation to the College from Stanley Gault. PAge 3 features the addition of a new telephone system the the College campus. Page 4 features a letter to President Hales.
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The Wooster Voice (Wooster, OH), 2000-09-07
Wooster Voice Editors
This edition of the Wooster Voice, published on September 7 of 2000, is twelve pages long. The first page showcases the caricature drawings that were available at the Scot Spirit Day event. The Dean of Students Kenneth Plusquellec will be retiring at the end of this year after thirty-three years of work here. The 2000 forum series begins tonight with Professor of Law Patricia Williams speaking on the topic of race and racism. Page two features an article about the fake ID epidemic circulating the country. The College of Wooster was placed in the top 331 of best colleges and universities within the Princeton Review. Compton Hall received a bomb threat on September 2. One student asks Joe Vardon and Susan Park on page seven for relationship advice. The athletics section is from page ten to twelve.
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The Wooster Voice (Wooster, OH), 2000-09-14
Wooster Voice Editors
This edition of the Wooster Voice, published on September 14 of 2000, is twelve pages long. The first page opens up with an article about nine SGA candidates who were disqualified from the election because they neglected to take down their posters by midnight on Monday. In Lowry on Monday evening, the "Town Meeting on Race" was held. The Love is Ageless program president Kat Randall is concerned that the small houses are being treated as though they are trained RA's by getting end of the year evaluations without the prior training. The second forum will be on Tuesday evening and will be given by the Planned Parenthood president Gloria Feldt who will speak on "Reproductive Rights in America." Page four has the letters to the editor section. Page six features a review of the Wayne County Fair from both a new-be and veteran. The eighth page gives information about the art professors. The athletics section is from page ten to twelve.
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The Wooster Voice (Wooster, OH), 2000-09-21
Wooster Voice Editors
This edition of the Wooster Voice, published on September 21 of 2000, is sixteen pages in length. The first page begins with an article about six SGA members who resigned in protest regarding the Cabinet's handling of the September 12 elections. At Tuesday evenings forum, Planned Parenthood President Gloria Feldt spoke on, "Calling Ourselves Free: A look at the Past and Future of Reproductive Rights in America." This forum was one of the most controversial ones held. An article on the second page is about the peaceful demonstrations of both sides of the abortion debate. At last night's Associated Event discussion of Sexual Freedom/Sexual Responsibility the focus was on personal responsibility and education. Jaime Bryk wrote an article on the fourth page about how the forum speaker did not discuss the issue of abortion. Becca Stinson, on the same page, wrote an article about how the students missed the point of the forum because it was not about abortion but rather much more like giving birth control to low-income families. Page five features letters to the editor. Between pages six and seven are three pages that detail the future renovation plans of the college. Page seven has an article about the Abraham Lincoln statue that has lived on the college's campus since 1915. Page nine gives a reflection about this year's Party on the Green success. The athletics section is from page ten to twelve.
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The Wooster Voice (Wooster, OH), 2000-09-28
Wooster Voice Editors
This edition of the Wooster Voice, published on September 8 of 2000, is twelve pages long. The first page begins with an article regarding a new contract being submitted to the deans for all-campus parties. On Monday evening, a rally was held in support of the presidential candidate Ralph Nader. Linda Hanna, a prevention specialist, has joined the staff of the student health center in order to bring awareness to alcohol. The counseling services are holding a support group for those who have been diagnosed with depression, OCD, and bi-polar disorder on Tuesdays from 7:30-9pm. On October 18 at 8pm, Gable House will be opening its doors for their new student coffeehouse called Common Grounds. Pages four and five feature letters to the editor. Ray Tucker is the newest member to the student health services counseling staff. Naomi Kresge & Erica Barnhill write an article about road trip suggestions for over fall break. The athletics section is from page ten to twelve.
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The Wooster Voice (Wooster, OH), 2000-10-12
Wooster Voice Editors
This edition of the Wooster Voice, published on October 12 of 2000, is sixteen pages long. The first page has an article about the shortage and delay of flu vaccinations. Bissman's seventh section will be holding a test party on Saturday to see if the ban on all-campus can be lifted. An article on the second page reflects on the success of the newly opened Java Hut in lower Lowry. The funding for student groups has been allocated. Two members of the class of 2001, Joe Davis Chris Benner drafted a proposal to fix the housing selection process. Page five feature the letters to the editor. Two students give their opinion on all-campus and dorm room parties. Page eight has a section about female body image issues which continues onto page nine to discuss male body image issues. Erica Barnhill wrote an article on page nine about eating disorders. The Weight Watchers and Body for Life programs are described on the tenth page. The athletics section is from page 13 to sixteen.
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The Wooster Voice (Wooster, OH), 2000-10-19
Wooster Voice Editors
This edition of the Wooster Voice, published on October 19 of 2000, is twelve pages in length. The first page details the plans of the new Morgan Hall which will be located where Hygeia Hall is situated, on College Avenue and Pine Street. This building will be made possible by an 8 million dollar donation from the Burton D. Morgan Foundation of Hudson, Ohio. The all-campus test party that occurred last Saturday had mixed reviews from the administration and Inter-Greek Council. Bissman has acquired $11,000 worth of damage from incidents that occurred on Saturday and Monday. Page four has articles about the presidential candidates Gore and Bush. Page five features two letters to the editor. A voter's guide is on the sixth page. The athletics section is from page ten to twelve.
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The Wooster Voice (Wooster, OH), 2000-10-26
Wooster Voice Editors
This edition of the Wooster Voice, published on October 26 of 2000, is twelve pages long. The first page heads with an article about the communication department chair Professor Denise Bostdorff, who was awarded the prestigious "Outstanding Professor of the Year" award by the National Speakers Association last Saturday. Page four features letters to the editor. Page six has an article about the Anthropology 230 class taught by Professor Frese. Pages 7 to 9 are Halloween themed. The athletics updates section is from page ten through twelve.
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The Wooster Voice (Wooster, OH), 2000-11-02
Wooster Voice Editors
This edition of the Wooster Voice, published on November 2, is twelve pages long. Emily Welty, a 2000 Wooster graduate who was in Israel on the Watson Fellowship, was evacuated from Israel when a travel warning was issued. The Telesoft Corporation is becoming unreliable, not following through with expected agreements and bill release dates. The second page is filled with the article, "Students provide insight for future." Last night, Pulitzer Prize winner W.D. Snodgrass read the poem "The Death of Cock Robin." David Powell wrote an article on page 9 about the optimism and hope behind U2's new album. The weekly athletics updates section is from page ten to twelve.
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The Wooster Voice (Wooster, OH), 2000-11-09
Wooster Voice Editors
This edition of the Wooster Voice, published on November 9 of 2000, is twelve pages long. The first page has an article about the delayed phone bills. Hideko Tamura Snider, who survived the atomic bomb on Hiroshima at ten years old, spoke at the Christian Central Church on Sunday evening. The Wooster Forum 2000 series will come to an end this evening with Claudia Bernardi talking on, "Probing the Membrane Between Horror and Hope." Page four has letters to the editor. Page five has two articles about Ralph Nader. Page six and seven has three perspectives from three students who did different IS's. Page eight has information on the Fall Dance Concert and its eleven choreographers. The athletics section is from page ten to twelve.
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The Wooster Voice (Wooster, OH), 2000-11-16
Wooster Voice Editors
This edition of the Wooster Voice, published on November 16 of 2000, is twelve pages long. The first page has an article about the increasing crime, six personal laptops have been stolen in the last week. Students, professors, and other community members participated in the Hunger and Homelessness awareness week, some of the occurrences were: fasting, food waste weigh-in, and sleeping outside. Page six has information, goals, and facts about recycling. Erin McCann writes an article about the nude models for figure drawing and painting. Professor Walter Zurko and Claudia Bernardi are being featured in the current exhibit of College of Wooster's Art Museum. The athletics section is from pages ten through twelve.
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The Wooster Voice (Wooster, OH), 2000-11-30
Wooster Voice Editors
This edition of the Wooster Voice from November 30, 2000 is twelve pages long. The first page has an article about the total vandalism cost from the past year, $175,000, and how this is a wake up call to the college. On page two, an article about the buying of Freedlanders by Stanley Gault is detailed. A junior who is spending a year abroad in France wrote a letter to the editor on page four about social drinking. The sixth and seventh page is made up of a section titled, "The ten people you must meet before they graduate." The tenth through twelfth page has the athletics updates.
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The Wooster Voice (Wooster, OH), 2000-12-07
Wooster Voice Editors
The Geology department had ten of its highest quality microscopes stolen, the materials are worth up to $90,000. A Wooster student has been diagnosed with Tuberculosis causing every student to have to receive a mandate skin test. In Pakistan, nine fatalities have been reported regarding Ebola. After over thirty years of service in the biology department at Wooster, Dr. James Perley will be moving on to take a position at Millikin University. During finals week, Lowry will have extended dining hours until 12am - this is the first time this will occur. An Ohio State University student was assaulted last week when they came to visit their girlfriend by that girl's ex-boyfriend.
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