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Volume 127, Number 11 - January 23, 1998

 


 

News

Good, bad, blah? Alcohol policy revisited
The new Bates alcohol policy has been in effect for a semester, but its long-term effects are still unknown. We look back at its immediate results, including its chilling effect on the campus-wide party scene, and the rise of pre-partying.

Weather has no effect on building schedule
Speaker struggles with sexuality and homophobia
Preventative versus reactionary measures: MLK Day speaker

 
 

Forum

Senior analyzes latest allegations against the President
A former White House intern explores the ins and outs of the claim, whether there may be substance behind the charges, and the scandal's implications.

Letter: LA Law adds to Bates's fame
Editorial: The sound of one oral policy clapping

 
 

Features

New Year's Eve in Prague
Beer. Marijuana. Fireworks going off at eye level. Alcoholic beverages banned in most western countries because they've been proven to cause insanity. Not exactly a slice of Czech life, but still part of an interesting account from our foreign correspondent of his New Year's Eve abroad.

Lunch at Austin's: Jane Costlow's exclusive post-ice storm interview
Around Cyberspace
Student T.G.I.F. series begins

 
 

The Arts

Dar Williams plays concert tonight
The acclaimed folk artist - and Wesleyan alum - comes to Bates for a benefit performance for Maine Won't Discriminate.

It doesn't get any better than this: "As good as it gets"
Jazz master Robin Eubanks to give free concert at end of month
Arts in Maine

 
 

Sports

'Cats bust rivals in Quad Cup meet
The men's indoor track team trounces Bowdoin, Colby, and USM to set the stage for a promising season.

The Super Bowl: just an excuse for beer on a school night?
Sports Scoreboard

 
 
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