Concern over deforestation is on the rise once more, as rates of tropical forestation loss rise more and more rapidly every year.According to The Rain Tree (www.rain-tree.com), deforestation refers to any cutting, burning, or general destruction to forested areas. Deforestation has been occurring in tropical areas for decades. Some environmentalists […]
Month: April 2004
Ephedrine and Diet Pills, the Ugly Truth
Are you a victim of the “freshman fifteen”? Or maybe the winter and holidays were your downfall. This weight can be hard to get rid of, and surely you have seen advertisements for diet pills that promise to help you lose weight with little or no effort. Testimonials and before […]
Taking on Social Issues Through Theatre:
Fran Page, a senior Theatre major with an option in Acting and a Bradford, NH native, is one of the most charismatic, energetic, enthusiastic individuals on campus. Heavily involved with both ALSO and Plymouth Players, his flair for the stage has embedded within him a deep sense of dedication for […]
Superb Showing at Son of Slam
The 5 annual Son of Slam poetry and spoken word competition was held Tuesday, April 27, at Biederman’s Deli on Main St, and following suit with past showcases, this well-attended event was another resounding success.The 2004 Son of Slam showcase, a Plymouth State University Poets & Writers sponsored event, featured […]
MOMIX Graces Plymouth
This past Friday, April 22, Plymouth State University welcomed MOMIX to Hanaway Stage at Silver Cultural Arts Center. The group of internationally known, talented performers captivated the audience with their incredible strength and grace through dance and acrobatics. Each piece consisted of brilliant music selections and lighting designs under the […]
National Anxiety Disorders Screening Day, May 5, 2004
PLYMOUTH, N.H. – To help individuals learn about anxiety and depressive disorders, their symptoms and effective treatments, the Counseling and Human Relations Center of Plymouth State University will hold a FREE program and screening in the HUB Fireplace Lounge on Wednesday, May 5, 2004, from 9 a.m. until 3 p.m. […]
R.A.D. Systems Empowers Plymouth Women
In the United States, one forcible rape occurs every seven minutes. Each year about 90 thousand forcible rapes are reported to the police. It is estimated that about 90 percent of all rapes and attempted rapes are not reported at all. Frightening statistics like these are the reason many women […]
Legislature Debates Morning After Pill
Concord, N.H. – This past week the New Hampshire Legislature debated a bill that could greatly diminish the use of abortion as a form of birth control, placing more emphasis on ending pregnancy at the earliest stage. The bill titled SB484 establishes the Collaborative Practice for Emergency Contraception Act. Under […]
Men’s Lacrosse Advances in Little East Tournament
PLYMOUTH, N.H. – Junior Pat O’Malley (South Windsor, Conn.) scored three second-half goals Tuesday afternoon as fourth-seeded Plymouth State University advanced past fifth-seeded University of Southern Maine, 7-5, in the first round of the Little East Conference Men’s Lacrosse Tournament at Panther Field. The Panthers, 6-6 overall, moved on to Thursday’s […]
Panther Goalie Mansson to Enter Pro Hockey
PLYMOUTH, N.H. – Senior Mike Mansson is attempting to do what no other four-year member of Plymouth State’s ice hockey team has done in recent history: play professionally.Mansson, the Panthers’ starting goalie for the past two seasons, has been playing hockey his entire life. He looks to continue following his […]