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University Africa-related programs show growth

Justin Kroll
October 25, 2006

Throughout the last 20 years, MSU has seen an increasing interest in researching and learning in Africa, and MSU's Office of Study Abroad reported a significant rise in students who want to study in Africa. Cindy Chalou, the assistant director of the study abroad program, said since she has been involved with the program, students, staff and faculty have participated even more. "Quite honestly, I don't know why the interest has grown so much," said Chalou. "Right now, Ghana is receiving the most attention and already has a waiting list put out for it, which is usually held by the ones in England." The program in Ghana offers students the opportunity to travel and study health care and mass media. Jeanne Gazel, a consultant in the student affairs and services branch, said she participates in a study abroad in South Africa focused on race relations and said this year's interest in the class is a big surprise. "There are way more applicants than I have seats," Gazel said.

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Vigil spreads awareness of domestic abuse

Fredricka Paul
October 25, 2006

In remembrance of domestic violence victims, words of empowerment, survival and forgiveness were spoken as flames flickered before people's eyes during a candlelight vigil on Tuesday night. The event featured Amy Krause, Lansing District Court judge, and a group of three domestic violence survivors, called Surviving and Thriving, who recited poetry about their experiences. "Raising community awareness helps people think about domestic violence," Krause said She added that many people are not targets of it but still encouraged people to help. The candlelight vigil was held this month because it is Domestic Violence Awareness Month.

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MSU to help teach Chinese in schools

Tara Thoel
October 25, 2006

MSU's U.S.-China Center for Research on Educational Excellence is searching for two more Michigan school districts to participate as free partners in its Education for Global Citizenship Schools Project. The program, also known as EGC, teaches English for half of the day and Chinese for the other half. "The world is flattening and the global economy is globalizing, and in the future, you may not just be able to work in Michigan," said Nicole Ellefson, senior project director for Education for Global Citizenship Schools.

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Virginia Avenue project may advance

Kris Turner
October 24, 2006

Projects to revamp East Lansing's downtown and the 600 block of Virginia Avenue could gain some speed if the City Council moves them forward at its work session tonight. Three homes on Virginia Avenue could be purchased by the city.

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Sorority hosting Halloween costume party

Justin Kroll
October 24, 2006

Alpha Kappa Alpha sorority will host its Skee-Ween costume party at 10:08 p.m. Friday at Demonstration Hall. Doors close at 11:45 p.m., and the party lasts until 2 a.m. Tickets are $7 per person and $10 for two.

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City Council to hear about gallery relocation

Kris Turner
October 24, 2006

The building that houses (SCENE) Metrospace art gallery is slated for demolition to make way for a newer development. Sharon Radtke, East Lansing's arts coordinator, said she is going before the East Lansing City Council to seek possible locations to house the gallery.

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Annual black power rally to be held today

Lindsay Machak
October 24, 2006

Black Student Alliance and ASMSU will be holding the 34th Annual Black Power Rally at 7 p.m. today at the Pasant Theatre. Omar Tyree is a New York Times best-selling author who received the 2001 NAACP Image Award, will be speaking.

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Class teaches technology skills through real-world projects

Tara Thoel
October 23, 2006

As the demand for students with technology management skills increases in the job market, prospective employers are looking for college graduates who possess some experience. To help students gain that necessary job experience, a class offered at MSU provides students with an opportunity to work one-on-one with clients. "It's good to know about information technology.

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Red Cedar Cleanup

James Andersen For The State News The Red Cedar River might be a little bit cleaner after Saturday. In an effort to promote cleanliness and environmental awareness of the river, several environmental groups took part in the annual Red Cedar River Cleanup. Eighty-three student volunteers participated, some donning waders and wielding rakes to pick up trash in the Red Cedar.

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Adapted sports encouraged

Andrea Humanic
October 23, 2006

Indestructible rugby wheelchairs without spokes and basketball chairs with shorter turn radiuses were put to use by people with disabilities to play nine different sports on Saturday.

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Trustees to vote on electronic upgrades

Justin Kroll
October 20, 2006

The MSU Board of Trustees will decide whether to authorize a $100-million plan to electronically replace systems in several departments, which would take place over the next five years. The systems that would be replaced are the financial, research administration and human resources.

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Law students voice concern

Fredricka Paul
October 20, 2006

Some MSU College of Law students said they feel left out of the loop regarding Dean Terence Blackburn's leave which occurred so closely to the time of accreditation. John DiLuca, third-year law student, said he has been "disgusted with the way the administration, including President Haley, the deans, faculty and staff, have handled the consternation surrounding Dean Blackburn," and expressed his dissatisfaction to administrators in an e-mail. "Since July 12, 2006, various media outlets have reported on several occasions that tenured faculty desire to oust Dean Blackburn," he said in the e-mail.

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MSU earns recognition for local service, Katrina relief

Fredricka Paul
October 19, 2006

MSU was one of 141 schools named to the first President's Higher Education Community Service Honor Roll for distinguished community service in honor of its Hurricane Katrina relief efforts and local work. The honor roll was created to recognize colleges and universities that have done outstanding work within their communities and with victims of Hurricane Katrina, said Norris West, press secretary for the Corporation for National and Community Service. "It is very encouraging to see the kinds of activities colleges are involving themselves in," West said.

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Students believe doctors over Web on health issues

Gabrielle Russon
October 19, 2006

Danielle Perkins wondered if vitamin B could do magic for her hair and skin. But instead of asking her doctor, she headed for the Internet. "That's what I heard, so I looked it up," the economics senior said. Now, more students go online to get answers for their health concerns instead of asking a doctor, friend or parent, according to a 2006 Olin Health Center survey. But the survey also showed students don't always believe what they read online — only 22.8 percent found online health information to be credible. Most believed what their doctors said.