Students have been up in arms about the excessive police force that followed Saturday's basketball game, and rightfully so.

More than 30 students and alumni showed up at Tuesday's East Lansing City Council meeting to voice their outrage, and officials have had no choice but to listen to their accounts. The actions taken so far by such activists are commendable, but there is still much work to be done.

In a town where we as students are seen as kids and rarely taken seriously, parent and alumni support is helpful in making our voices heard. We want to extend our thanks to those who already have stepped up and spoken out for us, and we hope that support remains strong.

Outside support or not, though, there's a lot students can still do to fight back. East Lansing police Chief Louis Muhn has claimed he wants to see evidence of his officers' wrongdoings. Anyone who had their cameras out on Saturday night should come forward with the photos and video to prove we're not upset over nothing.

You also can contact officials directly. We'll make it easy for you.

E-mail city council members here: council@cityofeastlansing.com.

Complain to City Manager Ted Staton by calling his office at (517) 319-6920.

E-mail Deputy City Manager Jean Golden: jgolden@cityofeastlansing.com.

E-mail Deputy Police Chief Tom Wibert: twibert@cityofeastlansing.com.

So now you've got the contact information. At a loss for something to say? Try suggesting that Muhn take a look at the actions of his own officers before condemning those of students. Or you could emphasize the point that those arrested shouldn't be charged under riot conditions. Say whatever you want, just as long as you say something.

It's safe to say our demands are simple. The students of MSU deserve an apology. Let's raise some hell until we get one.