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The Wooster Voice (Wooster, OH), 1994-10-21

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The campus visit by George Will brings comments and debate from students of varied positions on the political spectrum. A discussion panel entitled "The Causes of War and Peace in the Former Yugoslavia" included a Croat, a Serb, and a Bosnian Muslim. Campus Council failed to achieve a two-thirds vote to appeal President Henry Copeland's upholding the Greek academic requirement. Two articles discuss alcohol advertising and its effects.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, OH), 1994-10-28

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Xi Chi Psi sponsors a blood drive. The College's chapter of Amnesty International sponsored Human Rights Week. Ruth Frost Parker, 1945 graduate, has pledged a $1 million gift to Wooster's Campaign for the 1990s. Andrew Sullivan's writing about AIDS should inspire others to put politics aside for the AIDS epidemic. Photos from Homecoming are highlighted. Recycling is a vital civic commitment sometimes overlooked by students.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, OH), 1994-11-04

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Oberlin College art professors Athena Tacha and Sara Schuster discuss female identity and fashion. The Volunteer Network sponsors a Hunger and Homelessness Week. Charles Moskos, advisor to President Clinton, gives a talk on "Overcoming Race: Army Lessons for Civilian Society." Two students investigate laser keratotomy and corneal disease. An annual run au naturel takes place on the first Friday in November.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, OH), 1994-11-11

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Anna Deavere Smith performs "Fires in the Mirror: Crown Heights, Brooklyn and Other Identities," about race relations in Crown Heights in August 1991. International Week celebrates international diversity. Attendance problems in SGA lead to a new official attendance policy. Midterm elections lead to Republican control of the House and Senate. New physics workstations with computers make labs and data more manageable.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, OH), 1994-11-18

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Former white supremacist Floyd Cochran speaks about the danger of the white supremacist movement. Habitat for Humanity members build an outdoor Love Shack out of cardboard boxes to raise money and awareness for homelessness. Reverend John Hollinger of the St. James Episcopal Church in Wooster spoke on homosexuality and the church. Proposition 187, concerned with undocumented immigrants in California, is discussed by a a supporter and an opposer.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, OH), 1994-12-02

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Renee Snyder is the new Student Activities Board president. Professor Sam Root talks about nuclear waster storage. Ashland University graduate assistant Jay Bunge leads students in a discussion of animals' rights. Progress is being made on the construction of the new Flo K. Gault Library. An article discusses socialism. Changes in culture have led to shifts in what words are considered offensive and what words are acceptable.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, OH), 1994-12-09

Wooster Voice Editors

The Presidential Search Committee has selected 12 finalists. Security investigates harassment through campus computer network program Broadcast. A speaker commemorates Kwanzaa. SGA passed new bylaws to give structure to their meetings. Campus Council revises the charter process for new campus organizations. Men of Harambee sponsors speakers and programs.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, OH), 1993-01-15

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In this edition of the Voice, the College offers $1,000 to anyone who can give information that will help lead to the arrest of a serial burglar on the campus.The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) awards Professor Donald Jacobs $200,000 to conduct an earth-based experiment which supplement space shuttle experiment in 1994. Wooster senior Larry O'Neal is selected for an internship with the Clinton Administration. Additionally, this issue of the Voice has an advertisement for, “Show Your Face Pro Choice America” a commemoration of the 20th anniversary of Roe v. Wade hosted by Planned Parenthood. Five students give their New Year's Resolution for 1993 on the seventh page. Athletic updates for the past week are highlighted on pages ten to twelve of this edition of the Wooster Voice.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, OH), 1993-01-22

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In this edition of the Voice, Civil rights activist Julian Bond is the keynote speaker for an evening of events honoring, "The Legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Present and Future." The College goes one full week without any break ins after a long series of burglaries on campus. The Board of Trustees' ad-hoc committee is to examine the issues surrounding Wooster Greek life. Additionally, an article compares the prices of items from Walmart, Drugmart, and the Wilson Bookstore. Athletic updates for the past week are highlighted on pages ten to twelve of this edition of the Wooster Voice.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, OH), 1993-01-29

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In this edition of the Voice, the Omega Alpha Tau fraternity is placed on probation for illegal pledging activities. The Greek Life Committee suspense the pledge class for the Pi Kappa sorority due to allegations of hazing. In relation to the Greek life pledging incidents, there is a section of the paper that details the definition of hazing as stated in the Scots Key. Judge Lisa Richette speaks on the topic of "Children at Risk at Home and Abroad" at a Great Decisions foreign policy lecture. President Henry Copeland names Dr. Susan Figge, Dean of Faculty. Additionally, an article called “The Ugly Truth about McGaw,” the author talks about the unfortunate appearance and architectural failures of McGaw Chapel. An article on page seven discusses the military and if "gays" should be allowed in. Athletic updates for the past week are highlighted on pages thirteen to sixteen.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, OH), 1993-02-05

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This edition of the Voice, the College faculty approves Dr. Susan Figge for the Dean of Faculty position. Students reflect on the Greek life pledging process and hazing allegations. As part of the Great Decisions lecture series on foreign policy, Chris Schmid, spoke on "Germany's Role: In Europe, in the North Atlantic." Additionally, Campus Council works with the College’s Board of Trustees to solve problems surrounding Wooster’s Greek life organizations. Athletic updates for the past week are highlighted on pages ten to twelve.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, OH), 1993-02-12

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In this edition of the Voice, Dith Pran, a Cambodian refugee and photographer for the New York Times, speaks to the Wooster community as the third lecture of the Great Decisions series. The flag atop Kauke Hall flies at half mast following the death of College of Wooster Board of Trustees member of 40 years, W. Dean Hopkins. Senior Holly Slepecky, an "Applied Business Computation" special major, creates the design and implementation of campus wide information system as her Independent Study Thesis. An article discusses quirky landmarks and statues around Wooster’s campus. Additionally, this issue includes the allocation results for student organizations.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, OH), 1993-02-19

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In this edition of the Voice, the Board of Trustees approve the comprehensive fees of $19,875 for the 1993-94 academic year. Nearly 200 students join together to fill the Kauke arch with snow in an effort to get classes canceled. An article in the viewpoints, discusses controversy over the Greek life hazing practices and suggest they model their pledging after the Men of Harambee instead. A letter to the editor on page four discusses the smoking policy. Additionally, this issue includes the candidates for the SGA elections on the sixth and seventh pages. The rock garden located in the trees between Galpin and Kenarden are discussed on the eighth page. Some alumni who met at the college are talked about in an article on page eight. Athletic updates for the past week are highlighted on pages ten to twelve.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, OH), 1993-02-26

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In this edition of the Voice, Philip Shull and Mark Pratt addressed the topic, "China: New Reforms, Old Politics?" at the fifth Great Decisions lecture. An article discusses the commercial growth of the City of Wooster, with additions such as a Lowes, Walmart, and chain restaurants. The results of the SGA and Campus Council elections are featured on the second page. The Ohio Campus Law Enforcement Association grants college security officers the power to make arrest; the College of Wooster plans not to participate. Additionally, Merz Hall goes under construction to be transformed into the Gault Alumni Center. Nine alumni photographers will be on campus on Monday for a section in the next edition of the alumni magazine, Wooster, regarding a day in the life of Wooster students. These past few years, The Index has not been published, and a yearbook will only be produced if there is student interest. Summaries of Judicial Board cases for the past year are featured from page ten to fifteen. Athletic updates for the past week are highlighted on pages eighteen to twenty-four.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, OH), 1993-03-26

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In this edition of the Voice, sporting events and the annual chorus tour scheduled to take place over spring break are canceled due to a blizzard. Judy Nichols will be the editor in chief of the Voice next school year. Wooster alumnus, John Syverud 91’, was killed in an avalanche near Saalfelden, Austria while skiing on March 13. On page four, seniors discuss their plans for after I.S. and graduation. Additionally, the issue includes photos of I.S. Monday celebrations and the parade on page six and seven. Athletic updates for the past week are on pages ten to twelve.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, OH), 1993-04-02

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In this edition of the Voice, the Greek Life Committee lifts the sanctions placed upon the OATs and the Peanuts after allegations of hazing were made. Professor of English at Chicago State University, Haki R. Mahubuti (formerly Don Lee) speaks at the College’s fifth annual Diversity Conference. Wooster’s radio station, WCWS 90.9 FM (Woo 91), undergoes new management. Over 100 members of the Society for Creative Anachronism, clothed in medieval costumes, gather in Armington Physical Education Center for a historical reenactment. Additionally, Campus Council makes modifications to policies surrounding Greek organizations in the midst of hazing allegations. Athletic updates for the past week are highlighted on pages ten to twelve of this edition.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, OH), 1993-04-09

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In this edition of the Voice, the Board of Trustees ad-hoc committee presents a preliminary report on the issues surrounding Greek life to trustees' at the general meeting. Professor of Music and Black Studies, Josephine Wright, is selected as Editor-in-Chief of American Music, a national quarterly journal. The College’s faculty votes to ban double majors in international relations and any of its participating departments (economics, history, and political science), and in urban studies and any of its participating departments (economics, political science, and sociology). Additionally, the Inter-Section and Inter-Club Councils are abolished to form the “Inter-Greek Council” in an effort to improve communication. Athletic updates for the past week are highlighted on pages nine to twelve.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, OH), 1993-04-16

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In this edition of the Voice, the Xi Chi Psi lounge is vandalized by not identified any suspects. The International Relations Colloquium features a talk by Aaron Knight, Student Programs Director of the World Federalist organization, entitled "Restructuring the United Nations for the 21st Century: The Case for Global Governance.” An article discusses the advocacy work done by the organization “Lambda” for the LGBT community on campus. A group of students doing “Green Bombs” around Wooster, steal the Lincoln statue and replace it with a black and yellow bike. Additionally, this issue of the Voice includes a comic about “little sibs weekend.” Athletic updates for the past week are featured on pages ten to twelve of this edition of the Voice.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, OH), 1993-04-23

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In this edition of the Voice, Wooster Greek groups erupt over Campus Council’s new proposal for Greek life regulations. The construction of a new eight-lane, 400-meter track is underway at the College's stadium. The College receives a partial payment of a $2.5 million grant given by the Andrew W. Mellon and the William and Flora Hewlett Foundations. Additionally, Dr. Peter R. Grant, Professor of Biology at Princeton University, delivers a lecture in Mateer Auditorium titled "Darwin's finches.” An article on page five discusses the tattoo shop in downtown Wooster, Moving Pictures. Athletic updates for the past week are highlighted on pages ten to twelve.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, OH), 1993-04-30

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In this edition of the Voice, a fight breaks out at the off-campus house “Corner Club” after individuals were asked to leave. A first-page article details the plans for the class of 1994’s convocation ceremony. Campus Council passes a revised version of their proposed regulations on Greek groups and adopts Inter-Greek Council ad-hoc committee. Additionally, a story highlights the work done by the Women’s Athletic Association (WAA) at Wooster. Athletic updates for the past week are featured on pages thirteen to sixteen.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, OH), 1993-09-03

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In this edition of the Voice, the first page recaps the 1993 convocation ceremony that honors the class of 1994. The College’s smoking policy makes Kittredge Dining Hall a smoke free location on campus. Wooster’s class of 1997 is historically large with 30% acceptance rate and 566 students registered. A key card system, which cost upward of $100,000, is being implemented in Holden, Kenarden, and Wagner halls with the hope of expanding the system campus-wide. The soda machines have changed from Pepsi products to Coca-Cola due to a better offer. A memorial service is held for Rebecca DeWine, a 1993 graduate of the College who died in a car accident. Additionally, an “Everything Rubbermaid” store opens in downtown Wooster. Over the summer the grounds crew made some changes to the campus including the tennis courts and the track.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, OH), 1993-09-10

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In this edition of the Voice, Lynne V. Cheney, former head of the National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH) under the Reagan and Bush administrations, kicks off Wooster’s annual forum. Taylor Hall and the mathematics department receive a donation of several new computers to be used for computer science classes. In a section called “Speak Your Mind” students are asked, and give opinions on, the College’s new smoking policy. Additionally, a cartoon critiques “Party on the Green” an annual outdoor concert hosted by the College. Athletic updates for the past week are highlighted on pages ten to twelve.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, OH), 1993-09-17

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In this edition of the Voice, Campus Council institutes changes in Section IX of the Code of Social Responsibility; the changes clarify the extent of restrictions on student speech and change the procedure for handling of alleged rape and assault cases. Scheduling conflicts arise when Wooster’s annual parents’ weekend falls on Yom Kippur. Two buildings on campus, Stevenson and Galpin, had rain damage issues two weeks ago. An article compares Wooster’s key card system to that of other college’s systems. Additionally, the band Pere Ubu is set to open for They Might Be Giants (TMBG) at Wooster’s annual Party on the Green. Athletic updates for the past week are highlighted on pages ten to twelve.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, OH), 1993-09-24

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In this edition of the Voice, the student body elects the 1993-94 Student Government Association senators. Campus security and the Wooster police investigate a sexual assault that took place at the college on Monday night. In the “Speak Your Mind” section of this issue, students give their opinions on the question “Should Student Activities Board (SAB) sponsor more big-name events at the expense of smaller weekly shows?” Additionally, the issue highlights events from Parents’ Weekend. Pages ten to twelve give athletic updates from the past week or so.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, OH), 1993-10-01

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This edition of the College of Wooster's student run newspaper is sixteen pages long. The Greenhouse service house, and other students on campus are concerned with the amount of food waste that come out of Lowry and Kittredge dining halls. There is not a system in place where leftover food can go to charity. The Educational Policy Committee has assumed a new role of approving faculty positions and job descriptions. Recently, the senate passed Clinton's military policy for homosexuals in which recruits cannot question ones sexual orientation. Beginning October 2, the college will be having Crime Prevention Week. Joseph Allen '97 writes an article in opposition to the NARAL condom campaign on page four. Erin Dreistadt and Lisa Foote write an article on page six on the benefits of vegetarianism. Two students search for the perfect pizza in Wooster on page seven. An entertainment guide for the next week in the surrounding areas is detailed on page twelve. Page thirteen to sixteen gives the athletic updates for the week.