The Dome is the Student Newspaper of Pennsylvania Military College, PMC Colleges, Widener College and Widener University.
December 12, 2007 Vol. 09 No. 5
“University Threats on the Rise: The psychological breakdown…”
Color photo of Campus with unnamed Campus Safety office in foreground. Story on page 2.
“Are Campus Threats Becoming an Increasingly National Trend?”
Story about increase of violence and threats of violence on college campuses, and an interview with Dr. Beth Howlett of Widener’s Counseling Center discussing some possible reasons for this. Includes color photo of unidentified Campus Safety Officer.
“Threat in Dorm Bathroom Still Without Suspects”
Two separate threats on campus: resulted in a lockdown of Boettner Hall on November 9th and evacuation of Wolfgram Library on the evening of November 14th.
“El Gobernador Bueno”
Visit to New York Immigrant Building to cover appearance by the Governor of New Mexico.
“Opinion: Lay down your Sword and Shield”
Comments on three bills pending in the Pennsylvania House of Representatives on gun control.
“Flag Football Recap”
“Sudoku”
“Rowling Apparates Dumbledore Out of the Closet”
Commentary and comments on confirmation that the Dumbledore character in the Harry Potter stories is gay. Story includes color photo from the film.
“A New Foundation For Students”
Story is about the projects and activities of students participating in alternative spring break working with Habitat for Humanity. Story includes color photo of unidentified student group.
“It All Adds Up”
Help with math is available at the Math Center.
“Writer’s Stike[sic] Shows No End in Sight”
Commentary on the strike by the Writer’s Guild of America, that started on November 5th.
“Letter to the Editor”
Some suggestions about the Football games from Professor Susan Warren.
“Upcoming Concerts”
Entertainment events in area venues.
“Your Days are Numbered”
On Thanksgiving and Christmas breaks and how they change as one ages.
“Toys-R-Ridiculous”
On toys: new and old favorites.