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Address takes on 'ethnic clumping'

By Vivian Chung | November 11, 2003

You might sense it at a dining hall table, in a club's membership, or in the group of friends gathered on the other side of the Green. "Ethnic clumping," the tendency to group persons with shared characteristics in fixed categories, was the subject of a keynote address given by psychology professor Jennifer Richeson at yesterday's Pan Asian Council community dinner. The address, entitled "Why should I say 'Hi' to you?" tackled these issues from the perspectives of both the "perceivers" and the "participants." An audience of approximately 150 students came out to listen. Richeson spoke about the inaccuracy of generalizations, saying that there are basic categories such as age, sex and race which are often "activated automatically." According to Richeson, people can't help this behavior, because they usually categorize others at first glance.

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Breaking down the Dean buzz

By Matthew Kelly | November 11, 2003

One of the biggest stories thus far in the race for the Democratic nomination for president has been the surprise success of former Vermont Governor Howard Dean. Dean, who will visit the College on Thursday, entered the race as a virtual unknown but has since emerged as the front-runner, outpacing the other seven major candidates in terms of fundraising and popularity, notably in New Hampshire. While a recent Harvard University Institute of Politics poll found widespread student support for President Bush, Dean has also appealed to many college-age voters, including those at Dartmouth. Dean By The Numbers Thirty percent of all respondents to an Oct.

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First Euro night held on Friday

By Anna Parachkevova | November 10, 2003

European Culture Night brought folk music and diverse food to a lively crowd at Collis Commonground last Friday. The two-hour-long show included Eastern European folklore rhythms, Turkish belly-dancing and a Spanish Sevillana dance. Although the program focused mainly on traditional dances and songs, modern European culture was also represented.

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For most Dems., gun control a federal issue

By Steven Orbuch | November 10, 2003

Editor's Note: This is the first in a series of articles that will examine the presidential candidates' stances on various hot-button issues. The debate over gun control looks to be a pivotal issue in the upcoming Democratic primaries, held in many notoriously gun-friendly states including New Hampshire and Iowa. With the exception of former Vermont Gov.

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Phi Delt to host its first recognized party since 2000

By Megan Spillane | November 7, 2003

Phi Delta Alpha will face a test of whether or not it can function as a full fraternity this Saturday when it will host its first registered open party since the house was derecognized over three years ago. "The house is really excited to throw a party, and it should be the first of many if it goes smoothly," Social Chair Tyler Lavin '05 said.

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Police apprehend robbery suspects

By Michael Herman | November 7, 2003

A multi-agency police investigation culminated in the arrest of three suspects yesterday in connection with a string of armed robberies of pizza delivery drivers in the Upper Valley last month. Angela Bakaitis, 19, from West Lebanon, and Steven Kitchen, 18, from Springfield, Mass., were apprehended in Croyden, N.H.

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Virus strikes campus computer network

By Zachary Goldstein | November 7, 2003

A virus is plaguing the Dartmouth campus, but this time it's not pink eye. In this case, it's a computer virus called the Welchia worm, which has infected 2000 computers -- nearly half of all student computers on campus -- and is drastically slowing down the campus network. In response, Director of Computing Larry Levine sent out a campus-wide BlitzMail yesterday instructing students of the steps necessary to diagnose and, if necessary, treat their computers for the virus.

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Council examines Berry space

By Megan Spillane | November 7, 2003

The Council on Libraries met Wednesday to discuss several issues concerning both the design of physical spaces within Baker Berry and the digital course reserves. The Council, which is comprised of members of the administration, faculty and the student body, looks into many of the long term issues confronting the library and is largely responsible for the direction that the entire library system takes.

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Prof.: Migrants face abuses in Canada

By Robert Kimmitt | November 6, 2003

Filipina migrant workers in Canada do not enjoy many of the rights afforded to the general population, Geraldine Pratt said in a lecture yesterday. Pratt, a professor at the University of British Columbia, co-authored a book entitled "Gender, Work and Space", part of which addresses the topic of migrant workers. There are "grave human rights violations perpetuated by the Canadian Department of Citizenship and Immigration against...migrant Filipinas," Pratt said, quoting a press release by the Philippine Women Center. Pratt focused on the Canadian government's Live-in Caregiver Program. "They certainly do not get paid fairly.

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Towey urges faith-based solutions

By Matthew Kelly | November 6, 2003

While President Bush has garnered criticism over major issues such as Iraq and the economy, yesterday at Dartmouth Hall a member of his administration addressed another flashpoint of controversy -- his proposal to federally fund faith-based charitable organizations.

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Community supports residents of local motel

By Daniel Preysman | November 6, 2003

As White River Junction's Maple Leaf Motel closes its aging doors today, the Upper Valley breathes a sigh of relief. Just over a month ago, the low-slung brick motel that crouches just next to Route 5 sparked a flurry of news reports after landlord Dana Whitney sent an eviction notice to the 17 families who had made permanent homes out of the motel.

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