6 I Monday, Aug. 23, 2010 Fair to display clubs, groups By Mike Hricik COLLEGIAN STAFF WRITER Whether they’re interested in zom bie attacks or swing dancing, Penn State students can sign up today for a diverse selection of clubs at what is set to be the largest fall involvement fair ever. The annual two-day fair will be held in both Alumni Hall and Heritage Hall for the first time to accommodate demand from attendees and more than 150 student groups, said Brian Petrosky, staff assistant for the Office of Student Activities. Students will also be able to see firsthand what some of the groups do. On Tuesday afternoon, five groups will perform: the Swing Dancing Club, Songwriters Club, NOMMO, the Turkish Student Association and Shotokan Karate-do, Petrosky said. Student groups will staff the fair’s booths, giving attending students the chance to learn about their organiza tions’ activities and goals. Mark Donovan, overall chairman of the University Park Allocation Committee (UPAC), said it’s impor tant for new students to get involved. “Penn State’s a big school and there Rep. declines By Katrina Wehr COLLEGIAN STAFF WRITER President Barack Obama won’t find Congressman Paul Kanjorski’s signa ture on the letter nominating Joe Patemo for the Presidential Medal of Freedom, and one of Kanjorski’s opponents wants to know why. Hazleton mayor and congressional candidate Lou Barletta is questioning why 26-year incumbent Kanjorski, D- Pa., did not sign the letter in support of Paterno, according to a press release. Shawn Kelly, a spokesman for Barietta’s campaign, said Patemo is a living legend in Pennsylvania. He said he doesn’t understand why Kanjorski would not sign the letter supporting the coach. “It’s extremely hard to comprehend why Kanjorski did not sign this nomi nation letter for JoePa,” Kelly said. “By failing to sign this letter, Kanjorski shows once again how out of touch he is.” New IST dean prepares for first year By Micah Wlntner COLLEGIAN STAFF WRITER Pending approval by the Penn State Board of Trustees next month, David Hall will soon become the College of Information Sciences and Technology’s (IST) new leader. Hall, who was appointed interim dean on January 1, was chosen to be the next dean by the Penn State administration, Penn State spokesman Geoff Rushton said. A search committee was formed to conduct a national search for a new dean. But it was not successful in find ing a fit for the position, Rushton said. “Candidates who were interviewed all commented on the job that Dr. Hall had shown as interim dean,” Rushton said. Hall said he was happy to be dean on a permanent basis, adding that he’s received “broad support” from Students check out Penn State clubs at last year’s Involvement Fair in HUB Alumni Hall. The fair will be held in both Alumni Hall and Heritage Hall this year. If you go What: Fall Involvement Fair Wien: Today and tomorrow from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Wrote: Alumni Hall and Heritage Hall at the HUB-Robeson Center Details: Free are a lot of opportunities that it has to offer,” Donovan (senior-political sci ence) said. “For new students, it’s a great way to have fun and make Penn State feel like home.” Donovan said UPAC has two goals for the fair: to supply information about what the organization has to offer students and to increase mem bership. Bobby Ryan, Off-Campus Student Union president, said his group’s two day presence is part of an initiative to promote awareness of the dynamic between students and community members. to back Patemo for medal Kanjorski said he recognizes the pride Patemo brings to Penn State and to all Pennsylvania residents But, he added, he thinks Congress should be focused on other issues. “At this time, Congress should focus its efforts on creating jobs in our communities and reviving the economy, Kanjorski rather than politiciz ing football,” Kanjorski said. “This is where my focus has been and where it will con tinue to be.” Established in 1945 by President Harry S. Truman, the Medal of Freedom is awarded annually to civil ians who make significant contribu tions toward world peace, national interests of the U.S. or important pub lic or private endeavors, according to the White House website. The letter was signed by 16 repre- “IST... is in the right place at the right time.” the administration. “I think I am pretty ready for the role,” he said. “I’m much more ready than I was eight months ago.” Hall said he is excited to be working in the ever-changing world of technol ogy. “IST is a really good college, and it s in the right place at the right time,” he said. “There’s a rapid evolution of communications technology ... and social networking.” As dean, Hall said it is his job to be a “facilitator that helps understand the needs of the students, capabilities of the faculty, and represent the col lege externally to parents and donors.” David Hall newly appointed College of Information Sciences and Technology dean Check out Mamma Mia’s 128E.CollegeAve. * State College, PA 16801 I (814) 272-0530 LOCAL “In all of State College, two-thirds [of the population] is students. One third is residents,” Ryan (senior-psy chology) said. “The relationship that exists here is a two-way street.” While some groups will promote existing agendas, others will need fresh membership to begin new initia tives. Chris Tutolo, Penn State Eco- Action public relations officer, said his group will support a campaign for placing a severance tax on natural gas. Eco-Action will also back Penn State Beyond Coal and Windspira, a new campaign to deter students from buying bottled water, Tutolo (sopho more-journalism) said. Tutolo said he feels a sense of kin ship at Eco-Action meetings. “I’ve found a niche through Eco- Action at school,” he said. “If you go there, you’ll feel like you’re a part of something.” To e-mail reporter: injhsso7@psu.edu sentatives from Pennsylvania and one representative from Virginia, who “wanted his signature to reflect that he is a Penn State alumni, Class of 1961” according to a press release. Drafted by Rep. Glenn Thompson, R-Pa., the letter summarizes some of Paterno’s career achievements on and off the field. It cites his involvement in the Pennsylvania Special Olympics and donations to the libraries and scholar ship funds at Penn State. “He has amassed nearly 400 wins, more than any other coach in Division I history. His program has never been on probation,” the letter reads. “There has never been an accusation of corrupt recruiting and, in what is depressingly rare, his players stay in school and graduate.” If chosen, Patemo would join Paul “Bear” Bryant and John Wooden as one of the few college sports coaches who have received this honor. To e-mail reporter kmws34o@psu.edu Tom Bierly, Class of 2010, said Hall is actively involved with IST students. Bierly, who graduated with a degree in information sciences and technolo gy, said Hall held feedback sessions with students each month as interim dean. Hall said he worked hard at making himself easily accessible. From a student perspective, Bierly said it is the dean’s job to make sure students are getting the education they need. He said Hall can help bring the col lege “a fresh perspective” so it can collaborate on academic initiatives at the university. To e-mail reporter maws43B@psu.edu UPUA lays groundwork over summer President Christian Ragland met with the State College Borough Council to discuss student representation. By Kathleen Loughran COLLEGIAN STAFF WRITER Student body president Christian Ragland has a sim ple motto: No days off. Though it was summer, many University Park Undergraduate Association (UPUA) stu dent leaders did not take a break. Ragland (senior-political science) said his main goal this summer was to pre pare for the fall. “The No. 1 goal was to lay the founda tion for the assembly to lay the groundwork in the summer,” he said. To make sure he was ready for fall, Ragland said he tried to get as many meetings out of the way as possible. “My goal was to get all the meetings accomplished this summer, so I don’t have to take too much time in the fall, so I can be flexible and act on the things in the fall,” he said. Ragland held one of the meetings with the State College Borough Council, discussing his proposal to have a non-voting student member on the council. Though some council members criticized the idea, Ragland said he is now going to work with the assembly to strengthen the proposal. Ragland wants a non-voting student council member to increase student representation. “All the council members are non-student, and we make up the majority of the town,” he said. “It’s very imbalanced.” But council member Don Hahn said he and other council members are concerned the non-voting member would be appointed and not elected. “Council members are elected by the voters, and I' think that all the scenarios that we seem to be presented with involves an appointment by UPUA,” Hahn said. He said the council would like to see how the concept works in other towns that have a non-voting member on borough council “We’re receptive to the idea of a student voice on coun cil,” Hahn said. While Ragland reached out to the borough, he also reached out to freshmen. Ragland said UPUA has already received between 50 and 60 applications from freshmen. He said he plans to continue the freshman outreach throughout the year at various events. Ragland also contacted the Centre Area Transportation Authority (CATA) to ensure the extended White Loop program providing late night White Loop service every Thursday, Friday and Saturday night is still in place. UPUA has not only been involved with local affairs Ragland said the student government has also continued its outreach to other state schools. Travis Salters, UPUA director of governmental affairs, said he has reached out to state schools to start a Pennsylvania Student Association. Salters (junior-broadcast journalism and African and African-American studies) said he was able to connect with a few student leaders at other schools. “It’s a good starting point,” he said. Salters said a Pennsylvania Student Association would help student leaders across the commonwealth have a “unified voice” in tackling issues like tuition hikes. At this summer’s Association of Big Ten Students con ference —held at the Ohio State University in Columbus, Ohio Ragland and other Big Ten student leaders planned a spring trip to Washington, D.C., to talk with congressional leaders. Overall, Ragland said he is pleased with what UPUA accomplished this summer. “By far it was successful,” he said. “It was a great opportunity to prepare for the fall and spring, and now we can move forward.” BIUV BUMS Hairstyling & Tanning Salan : 212 S. Him St. 237 1184 Welcome Back. To Happy Valley! Sun - Thurs: Noon -10 pm Check Out Our Daily Flavors! Fri & Sat: Noon -11 pm www.HappyValleyßitas.com www.facebook.com/RitasOfHappyValley.com The Daily Collegian To e-mail reporter: kiislo6@psu.edu
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