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The Wooster Voice (Wooster, OH), 1992-09-25

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In this edition of the Voice, the City of Wooster’s well water is contaminated. Campus Council approves the Intersection Council charter with a vote of 8-0. The band “First Light” is set to preform at Party on the Green. An article titled “The Metaphysics of Eating at Mom’s” discusses the philosophical aspects of eating at Mom’s Truckstop from a Kantian approach. Additionally, the issue includes several student made comic strips.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, OH), 1992-10-02

Wooster Voice Editors

In this edition of the Voice, Campus Council debates student leader stipends and honorarium. Wright State University Professor of Economics, Sam Staley, speaks to campus as a guest of the Student Activities Board on the topic of urban studies and drug legalization. Senior Erika Poethig advances as a finalist in the first found of the Harry S. Truman Scholarship. The Minneapolis Gospel Sounds (MGS) are set to play at McGaw Chapel for the campus community. Additionally, Udaya Thomas describes a semester she spent in Philadelphia as part of the Urban Semester program. Shannon D. Peery's article on the sixth page give an insider look into the recycling program at Wooster. Athletic updates for the past week are highlighted on pages thirteen to sixteen.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, OH), 1992-10-09

Wooster Voice Editors

In this edition of the Voice, Faculty passes motion to clarify the College's definitions of campus clubs and sections. U.S. News and World Report, in its annual guide to America’s best colleges and universities, ranks the College of Wooster as one of the best colleges in America. The Department of Spanish and the Spanish House hosted a panel discussion concerning Christopher Columbus and his “discovery” of America. Additionally, a student writes in the Viewpoint section about “the absurdity of marriage.” Another Viewpoint article on page seven by Stefan A Bielski discusses how recycling is, "just a big waste." Athletic updates for the past week are highlighted on pages seventeen to twenty.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, OH), 1992-10-16

Wooster Voice Editors

In this edition of the Voice, journalist Ralph Wiley speaks at a first year form hosted in McGaw Chapel. The college announces the discontinuation of the dance program and the cutting of Kimberly Tritt’s position. In the section titled, “What do you do with a major in…” the article describes what Urban Studies majors go onto after their time at Wooster. A viewpoint talks about a “liberal bias” in the Voice. Additionally, The Write Brothers, winners of the 1987 International Mime and Clown Festival, are set to visit the College. Athletic updates for the past week are highlighted on pages thirteen to sixteen.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, OH), 1992-10-30

Wooster Voice Editors

In this edition of the Voice, the Board of Trustees vote to launch a campaign to raise $60 million for the College by June 30, 1996. Sources solicited for contributions include alumni, corporations, foundations and friends of the College. The Educational Policy Committee announces the appointment of a half-time multi-year dance instructor position. The College rededicates Kenarden Lodge after a new renovation. An article in the Viewpoints discusses Bill Clinton’s run for president. Additionally, Carrot top is set to perform at the College of Wooster Underground. Athletic updates for the past week are featured on pages ten to twelve of this edition of the Voice.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, OH), 1992-11-06

Wooster Voice Editors

In this edition of the Voice, an article brings up security concerns about Kenarden Lodge and a lack of security screens in the basement windows. Third wave feminist author, journalist, and social critic Barbara Ehrenreich lectures at the College. In a section called “Speak Your Mind” the Voice ask five students what changes they would like to see president elect Bill Clinton make in Washington. Additionally, a Viewpoint criticize the “Year of the Woman.” Athletic updates for the past week are highlighted on pages twelve to sixteen.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, OH), 1992-11-13

Wooster Voice Editors

In this edition of the Voice, campus security investigates a case of assault and abduction that took place at the College on Halloween night. After serving four years as Dean of Faculty, Yvonne Williams indicates that she does not want a second term. In honor of a Wooster student's birthday, friends shed their clothes and ran around the track at John P. Papp Stadium. Additionally, an article discusses the challenges disabled individuals face on Wooster’s campus. Athletic updates for the past week are highlighted on pages ten to twelve.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, OH), 1992-11-20

Wooster Voice Editors

In this edition of the Voice, Stanley Gault, chair of the Board of Trustees at the College, is named co-chair of Rubbermaid Inc. Recycling Club sponsors an awareness day with speaker Geology professor Fred Cropp and Marilyn Loveless, professors of biology and ecology. The College’s economics department teaches an economics 101 course in a foreign language. The music group “Sound, Wisdom, and Many Musical Powers” or “S.W.A.M.M.P.” plays a show at the Underground. An article discusses the first video-only band “Green Jello.” Additionally, a piece describes the class registration process. Athletic updates for the past week are highlighted on pages thirteen to sixteen.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, OH), 1992-12-04

Wooster Voice Editors

In this edition of the Voice, the Wooster police department investigates $13,000 worth of stolen property that was taken during a Thanksgiving break-in. Buildings on Wooster’s campus, such as Andrews Library and Severance Art, undergo renovations. Additionally, the College’s president Henry Copeland, states that Wooster is exploring the possibility of offering either Japanese or Mandarin Chinese language study. Page nine is encompassed mainly of comic strips. Athletic updates for the past week are highlighted on pages ten to twelve.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, OH), 1992-12-11

Wooster Voice Editors

In this edition of the Voice, a student’s senior IS photography exhibit sparks controversy with its use of nudity. Faculty votes to make the 1993 FYS theme "Knowledge, Power, and Responsibility: Moving Into the 21st Century." An article discusses Wooster’s graduation rate stating that 10% of seniors may not graduate. After a rash break-in over Thanksgiving break, despite the evidence presented by campus security, student victims of the crimes claim that a master key was used in the burglaries. Additionally, a story details College of Wooster student’s distaste for their meal plans. An article on page five discusses eating disorders according to two previously done studies. Page twelve has two comic strips that fill the majority of the page. Athletic updates for the past week are featured on pages thirteen to sixteen.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, OH), 1991-01-25

Wooster Voice Editors

On the first page of this edition of the newspaper is an article on the subject of two students called to active duty in the Middle East. Students Todd Musgrove and Matthew Matheney received official notices calling them to action. On the Viewpoints page, a page of opinion pieces written by students not associated with the Voice, there are numerous small articles and a political cartoon about the president. Later in the paper there is a large article on the international student's views on the war. The majority of the paper focuses on the war and opinions on civil disobedience. Toward the end of the issue, there are a couple of articles about the various sports events that are related to the college. Finally, the paper ends with a couple of advertisements and cartoons.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, OH), 1991-02-01

Wooster Voice Editors

The first page of this edition of the Wooster Voice focuses largely on the new parking regulations implemented by the administration. This includes a $15 parking ticket for vehicles registered with the college, and $25 for unregistered vehicles. The Viewpoints section of the week are once more focused on student opinions of the war and everything surrounding the discussion of the war. Later on in the issue, there are some articles about the various athletic events on campus. Finally, the issue ends with advertisements.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, OH), 1991-02-08

Wooster Voice Editors

In this edition of the Wooster Voice, the first page has an article explaining to students that Soup and Bread might be canceled. Soup and Bread is a program that allows students to easily donate money to different charities through eating soup and bread once a week. In order to keep the program running, they need a minimum of 350 participants, but the program kept missing the quota of participants. The article served as a call to action in some way, asking more students to join the program and keep it running. Halfway through the paper, there is a full page of advertisements. In the Viewpoints section of the paper, student voice their opinions and thoughts on the war and the current state of the US on the international stage. On both the Arts and Sports pages, there are articles that depict various events that are happening on campus. Finally, the last page of this edition has a full page cartoon on the subject of war protesting and President Bush.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, OH), 1991-02-15

Wooster Voice Editors

This issue of the voice accounts how nine college of Wooster students and a member of the College staff were arrested for protesting the Gulf War at US. Representative Ralph Regula's office. The college board meets to discusses possible renovations of Kenarden lodge. Pine Street Cafe, a coffee shop that often featured student performances, closes down. In the annual "Weavster" debate students and faculty debate Wooster’s smoking policy. Students celebrate Malcolm X day by screening the film The Meeting. The edition has a letter discussing pro-life opinions on abortion. Additionally, the issue includes various pieces written about students opinions on the Gulf War and the Bush presidency.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, OH), 1991-02-22

Wooster Voice Editors

The edition of the Voice starts off with a short piece answering some questions on campus housing. As tradition, Wooster students fill the Kauke Arch with snow. Professor at St. Cloud State University in Minnesota, Karen Thompson, is set to lecture on the topics of sexism, ableism, and homophobia. The College of Wooster Board of Trustees approves a $4.2 million renovation of Kenarden Lodge. Ten members of the college community, met with Congressperson Ralph Regula to express collective concern about the war in the Middle East. An article looks at a survey done by Stanford University on college students and sex, the research lead to finding about date rape on campuses. After Wooster Men’s Rugby Club fails to attend a mandatory racism workshop and fails to submit receipts, SGA is forced to deny funding to the club. The issue includes a full layout of all funds allocated to various campus organizations by SGA. Bail is posted for each Wooster community member arrested for protesting the Gulf War. Additionally, this edition includes a review of the film Silence of the Lambs.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, OH), 1991-03-01

Wooster Voice Editors

US President Bush declared a ceasefire, stating that "Kuwait Is liberated; Iraq's army is defeated. Our military objectives are met." The Voice reflects on students opinion of the Gulf War and the ceasefire. Campus begins drug awareness week with a mocktail contest. Students running for Student Government Association (SGA) positions campaign as they prepare for upcoming elections on campus. Articles discuss recycling on campus and whether paper cups are better or worse than foam. Viewpoint pieces from students express opinions on Wooster tuition increase and race. Additionally, this issue includes a multitude of writings about the Gulf War and the presidency.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, OH), 1991-03-08

Wooster Voice Editors

The results of Wooster Student Government Association elections are suspended after concerns were raised about election guidelines and the manner in which they were enforced. In the letter to students, college President Henry Copeland announced that the comprehensive fee for the following academic year would be $17,650, pieces throughout the edition express concern for the tuition increase. The Voice highlight the upcoming Africa Week and the spring break volunteer opportunities. The nine students and one staff members that were arrested for civil disobedience in protest of the Gulf War attend their pretrial. The participants plead guilty to both criminal trespassing and resisting arrest. In articles students express pro-life views after the proposal of an on- campus abortion clinic. Additionally, various other articles discuss aspects of the Gulf War.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, OH), 1991-03-29

Wooster Voice Editors

The college Registrar extends the deadline to turn in Senior I.S. from 4pm to 5pm in order to allow students to attend a memorial service for Professor Guldin. The following article details the death of Wooster sociology Professor David A. Guldin, the service was held in McGaw Chapel. He died after a prolonged battle with cancer. Student Government holds new elections for president and treasurer after the previous election was recalled. William Least Heat-Moon, author of the book Blue Highways is set to give a lecture at the college called “American Lands: Exploration and Survival.” Student write about love in the time of the AIDS crisis and political correctness. Additionally, this issue of the Voice includes articles about I.S. and the senior’s experiences.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, OH), 1991-04-01

Wooster Voice Editors

April Fools edition of the Voice. Satire article on Milli Vanilli giving a performance at Wooster. Additionally fake wedding announcements between students were included. Satire piece on the protesting of the renovation of Kenarden Residence Hall is also included.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, OH), 1991-04-05

Wooster Voice Editors

Elections were held for the Student Government Association. A new Goliard editor was chosen. A retreat/workshop was held on the war in the Persian Gulf. The US Department of Education reinstated Minority Scholarships. University of Virginia frats were shut down in a drug bust. College rapes are on the rise. A Vietnam memorial on campus is overlooked. Trumpet player Donald Byrd performed at McGaw chapel. Over the Rhine performed at the Wooster Underground. The undefeated men's lacrosse team hosted Ohio State University. The men's volleyball team won the NCAC championship.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, OH), 1991-04-12

Wooster Voice Editors

Wooster held "Little Sibs Weekend" on campus. The International Student Association elected new leaders. The College's Earth Day concert included the band 'Hooters.' A professor at the University of Wisconsin burned and American flag to protest the Gulf War. There are column pieces and letters about the informed consent bill being discussed in Columbus concerning abortion. Students collected signatures to petition for a better non-discriminatory policy. There is a featured piece on the College band and chorus's bus tour. Professor Molstad retired after 34 years. A large advertisement was placed for the new Apple Style-writer printer.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, OH), 1991-04-19

Wooster Voice Editors

Thefts were reported in Luce Hall and Schoolroy Theater. Chemistry Professor Ted Williams was recognized for his teaching by the College. ECOS is sponsoring activities the week of Earth Day with the theme "Why Should We Care?" The College commemorates the second anniversary of the Galpin takeover. There is a piece discussing David Duke who is running for office in the state of Louisiana. He apparently was formerly a member of the Ku Klux Klan. There is an article about the newly established Wooster Medieval Society group. The athletic updates for the past week are highlighted on pages fourteen to sixteen.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, OH), 1991-04-26

Wooster Voice Editors

This edition of the Wooster Voice was published on April 26 of 1991 and it is twelve pages long. The College participated in Hunger & Homelessness Week 1991. Rick Bastien of the Class of 1993 passed away while on a year long medical leave. William D. McHenry was named new Athletics Director. A visiting Professor gave a lecture on German Reunification. The College was named to the John Templeton Foundation Honor Roll for Character Building Colleges. A group talk for student survivors of sexual assault was held. There is a one-panel comic on Nancy Reagan. Tuition prices increased to roughly $9,000 and it was believed this led to drops in enrollment nationwide. The Wooster Orchestra performed their 75th anniversary concert. Athletic updates for the past week are highlighted on pages nine to twelve.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, OH), 1991-05-03

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The U.S. Ambassador to Japan delivered the main speech at Commencement. Damon D. Hickey was named director of the College Libraries. Religion Professor L. Gordan Tait retired. There is a special article about Pakistan defeating India in cricket.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, OH), 1991-09-06

Wooster Voice Editors

This edition of the College of Wooster student run newspaper was published on Septemeber 6 of 1991 and it is twelve pages long. Students are informed that the College's tuition will rise again. President Copeland believes 'P.C.' culture will not dominate at Wooster. Gender disparity (more males) made housing difficult for the freshman class. The Wooster stadium was renovated. The College's 125th Anniversary was celebrated at Commencement. A large ad for Crandall house presenting a 'Bacchanalia' festival takes up half of page seven. The Janglers, a quintet from Cleveland, will be performing at the Underground tomorrow evening. Athletic updates for the past week are featured on pages ten to twelve of this edition.