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Media blitz expected for candidate forum

By Omer Ismail | October 25, 1999

Reporters and photographers from major television networks and newspapers are expected to swarm the College's campus this Wednesday and Thursday for the presidential candidates' town meetings -- marking what is likely to be the largest media parade at Dartmouth in recent memory. The candidate's forums, which will feature Democratic candidates on Wednesday and Republican candidates the following night, are expected to draw national as well as worldwide press, according College spokeswoman Laurel Stavis. "It's tremendously exciting," Stavis said.

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King speaks about free market

By Carl Burnett | October 25, 1999

Governor of Maine Angus S. King '66 spoke Friday afternoon about the importance of the free market in improving the economy in an age of increasing economic globalization. King's lecture -- "The Lexus and the Pine Tree" -- followed his acceptance of the 1999 Nelson A.

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College to house dislocated students

By Wendy Yu | October 25, 1999

The College, though undecided about the future of several buildings contracted to be bought in the town of Hanover, is preparing to provide housing for any students who may be forced to leave their off-campus apartments. Currently, the College is in the process of evaluating the buildings to make sure the physical condition of the properties are adequate and that they comply with Hanover zoning laws. Some of the spaces in a number of these buildings are used by students as off-campus housing.

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Wright prepares for jam-packed Homecoming

By Jeffrey Tanenhaus | October 22, 1999

As students anticipate another Homecoming weekend brimming with ritual activities, College President James Wright is preparing for a busy weekend of his own, participating in traditions, observing sporting events and meeting with alumni donors. Friday night Wright expects to take part in all of the conventions that embody the first night of Homecoming, such as the parade, the rally and the bonfire. The bonfire bears special significance for Wright, who clearly remembers holding the hands of his children during the ceremony years ago.

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The man inside the moose suit: a tell-all interview

By Mark Bubriski | October 22, 1999

Playing the role of the mascot for any team is hard work. From the Famous Chicken to the Banana Slug, mascots have been revered and ridiculed at sporting events everywhere. As Homecoming centers around football, the sometimes-lovable physical representation of the Dartmouth Big Green cannot be ignored.

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Field rushing tradition slow to die

By Omer Ismail | October 22, 1999

Despite summer warnings and a discouraging speech in the "Experience Dartmouth" program during freshmen orientation, it is still unclear whether the Class of 2003 understands the implications of rushing the field. Since Dartmouth officially banned the practice in 1986, at least one freshman every year has attempted to hop the guard rail and start sprinting. However, those who have rushed the field agree that the act has its drawbacks--almost everyone who has done it has been fined, placed on probation by the College and charged for trespassing by the police.

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CFSC expects safe weekend of festivities

By Stella Maria Baer and Wendy Yu | October 22, 1999

As the kegs come rolling into campus to prepare for another Homecoming weekend, Greek leaders say they are expecting parties to be well-managed and safe, in accordance with the Trustees' emphasis on eliminating the "unsafe use and abuse of alcohol." Traditionally, a large part of big weekends like Homecoming revolve around parties, contributing to increased alcohol violations. "I'm really not worried about [alcohol violations this weekend]," Chris Burnett '01, the Coed Fraternity and Sorority Council events manager said.

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Bonfire may have deep meaning

By Heather Kofke-Egger | October 22, 1999

In addition to being a rite of passage for first year students, the bonfire bears strong resemblance to the religious rituals of several faiths. According to English Professor Donald Sheehan, the bonfire could be an example of mimetic desire. He said the bonfire is a perfect example of the way desire and passion spread through a crowd, pulling people in and increasing the energy and power with every new member. This feeling isn't foreign to students who have participated in the sweep and bonfire in the past. "By the end of it, everyone's really excited and your adrenaline's pumping.

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Other schools have unique Homecomings

By Jennifer Thomas | October 22, 1999

As the Dartmouth community awaits its annual bonfire, the freshman sweep and Homecoming's enthusiastic alumni participation, students at several peer institutions continue with their regular routines. Although they may be steeped in tradition, many schools have few rituals that help them celebrate their respective homecomings, and with the exception of Dartmouth, the most lavish homecoming activities take place outside of the Ivy League. In fact, Princeton does not host a homecoming celebration.

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S&S prepares for unexpected

By Carl Burnett | October 22, 1999

Safety and Security is planning an increased presence at the Bonfire tonight after an assault last year on several security officers. Sergeant Rebel Roberts said the collective goal of the Safety and Security and Hanover Police officers present tonight will be helping students by responding to problems of intoxication and minor injuries. She added that students' safety is a concern that comes along with the bonfire, and that Safety and Security officers will do what they can to discourage people from attempting to touch the fire.

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Latin professor is the life of the party

By Jennai Williams | October 22, 1999

After lobbying in the 1970s, travelling around America as a magician and graduating from college in her 30s, Latin Professor Carla Goodnoh is now in her third year of teaching at Dartmouth. As a professor here, she sees bridging the gap between faculty and students as one of her key roles.

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Panel discusses same- sex marriage laws

By Kascha Semon | October 21, 1999

"Marriage is a great institution, but who wants to live in an institution?" asked Susan Apel of the Vermont Law School, quoting actress Mae West. The answer is at least one gay couple and two lesbian couples in Vermont. Stan Baker, a partner in one of these couples, has decided to try to get inside the institution through the court system -- he and his partner Peter are challenging the ban on same-sex marriages in the case Baker v.

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SATs criticized for adjusting criteria

By Regis Ahern | October 21, 1999

Educational experts and college admissions officers are sharply criticizing an experimental project that the Educational Testing Service, the group that administers the SATs, is conducting to label test-takers as "strivers" or "underachievers" based on their score and socioeconomic background. The project uses 14 different criteria, including socioeconomic background, race, ethnicity and the parent's employment status, to identify students who have overcome difficulties to score exceptionally well on the test.

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