Page 4- The Beh"'”d College Collegian Record to be broken: Enrollment 1996-97 More than9oo new students were welcomed to Penn State Behrend at the start of the 1996-1997 academic year. Approximately 775 rcshmen and 125 transfer students enrolled this semester. Dr. Jack iurkc, associate dean and senior associate provost said, “Our goal was j hold enrollments steady, but we have inched up. The College xpcrie reed a record number of applications and advanced registrations or the fall semester. When official enrollments are finalized later i lis month, we will exceed the 3,208 total students enrolled last year.” On-campus housing is currently at full capacity, and enrollment in four-year baccalaureate degree study has reached record levels. “We arc delighted to be able to achieve record-high enrollments while continually increasing the quality of our programs and our students,” mvost and Dean Dr. John Lilley said. Behrend biology club to host speakers DNA is here to stay-Clinical and Forensic Applications of ilu- Sew Genetics will be held in the Reed Union Building Lecture 4 all m Wednesday October 2 at 7 p.m. The event which is free and open to the public will include three pea ers. Michele Clemens, MS, pediatric geneticist at Magee Won n’s Hospital in Pittsburgh will give a brief overview of DNA Jr. L izabeth McPherson, pediatric genetic counselor at Magee, will disuss clinical uses of DNA technology including the changing methods of diagnosis for several common disorders such as Duchennc muscular dystrophy and cystic fibrosis. And last, Dr. John Robertson, crime lab manager of the Pennsylvania State Police Erie Regional Crime Lab will discuss the evolution of forensic genetic techniques. Gay, lesbian, and bisexual .support group network now in place Committed to providing a more hospitable environment for lesbian, gay, and bisexual persons, the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual Support Network is now in place throughout all locations of Penn State. By establishing an identifiable network of contacts who can provide support information and a safe haven far lesbian, gay, and bisexual persons within the University, the members increase avfertyiess and provide a better environment for the gay, lesbian, and bisexual persons in that The support grou p members receive a button, sign, or sticker to post in a prominent location. Professor Dr. John Gamble appointeddelegate Professor of political science and international law, Dr. John Gamble, has been as a delegate representing the Amentum Society of International Law to the American Council of Learned Societies (ACLS). The-ACLS is a 78-year-old confederation 1 of almost 100 scholarly organizations including the American Economic Association, fee American Musicological. Society,fee American Historical Society, and the Modem Language Association of America. Big bang: beginning of universe to be discussed Dr. Roger Knacke, head of the Division of Science, will discuss the beginning of the universe on Thursday, October 3 in his lecture Big Bang Theory for Everyone, A NASA-fended scientist who has written extensively in the fields of planetary science, interstellar tatter, and star and planet formation, Knacke will describe the current nderstanding of the creation of fee universe, including some results rom the latest astronomical observations and theory. Following the xture there will be a viewing of stars and planets with fee college’s mall telescopes, weather permitting. Admission is free, but oluntary donations will be accepted. New scholarship established :Jito SGA Report by Kim Thurston Assistant News Editor At the weekly Student Government Association meeting last night, many issues were raised, with special interest given to student committees. The Student Life Committee is looking for students. In order for this committee to serve its purpose, they must have student input. Meetings are held in the SGA office (Reed) at 3:00 p.m. on Wednesdays. The traffic appeals board will have its next meeting Monday at 5:30 p.m. in Reed 114. If anyone is interested in running for the Election Committee, they should go to the SGA office and pick up information, two positions are available. No elections will be done for these positions. Candidates will be asked to give a brief speech to SGA members and then voting amongst members will take place. The IFC had their meeting in which two fraternities attended. During this meeting, the Internal Scholarship was appointed. A reminder to all students, Greek Week is next week. Voter registration will be held Thursday September 26 from 11:00 to 2:00 p.m. outside the Gorge. SGA is considering running this event longer than Thursday, but there is still discussion going on about doing so. Absentee ballots will be Week Even All students, faculty , and staff are invited to Greek Week '96. Monday 7:30 p.m. IM Field Eating Contest Dizzy Bat Tuesday 7:30 p.m. IM Field Egg Toss 3- Legged Race Wednesday 7:30 p.m. IM Field Tug-O-War Obstacle Course Thursday 7:30 p.m. Commons Greek Sing Friday 7:30 p.m. Ski Slope Chariot Race Bonfire The Dirges - outdoor concert King & Queen crowning available along with registration ballots for Erie residents. Transportation will be provided from Behrend to the polls on election day. The snowboarding issue was tabled for this week’s meeting, but will be heard at the next SGA meeting. Copies of the write up on this issue are available in the SGA office. The SGA meeting for next week will be held in Reed 112 at 5:15. Anyone interested in attending the CCSG, leadership conference, sign up in student affairs, two openings remain. The up will leave early Parking Notice The U-Lot, adjacent to Police and Safety/Continuing Education will no longer be available for resident parking due to the addition of spaces along the bottom of Aquarius Drive. Resident students with vehicles in U-Lot are required to move their vehicles to another resident lot The spaces along Aquarius Drive are available for Resident students only unless designated otherwise by a Police and Safety officer. This change is effective September 26, 1996 and will be enforced. Questions regarding this matter can be answered Pdfed due Safety x6lOl . Thursday, September 26, 1996 Saturday morning and return Sunday afternoon. All expenses will be paid for but those attending are asked to bring linens. Waivers must also be signed. There will be special sessions held for Greek organizations and leaders. The PHC is currently discussing rush dates for spring rush and also events for Greek Week. SGA reallocated $211.50 for the National Association of Black Engineers so that they can attend both the fall and spring conferences.
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