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Free poetry event to be held on campus
The University Activities Board will be hosting an MSU Def Poetry Jam at 9 p.m. on Friday in the International Center.
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U-M president faces MCRI
Lansing — As a result of the U.S. Supreme Court's decision to allow the consideration of race when admitting students, University of Michigan President Mary Sue Coleman visited Lansing yesterday, encouraging high school students to apply for colleges within the state. Since lawsuits were filed against U-M because of the possible use of race as a factor to determine admission, the university has experienced a decline in applicants, particularly minorities. "We experienced a significant drop around 2002-03 as the case became more visible and national," said Veronica Johnson, director of the University of Michigan-Lansing Service Center.
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Pro-life rally features speakers, musicians
College students from across the state gathered on MSU's campus Saturday afternoon for an annual pro-life rally. The event was sponsored by MSU Students for Life, a pro-life group that educates the MSU community about abortion.
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An evening of laughs
On a night that featured 11 of the funniest students MSU had to offer, it was a set of dance moves that earned Jerome Crawford the title of "Last Spartan Standing." Crawford, an interdisciplinary studies in social science junior, took home the honor Friday at the International Center. "I think (the dance routine) was comedy in itself, and I think it's something that people can relate to," Crawford said.
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Today's Israel Fest to have music, hookah tent
Correction: The brief should say Israel Fest will take place today. Israel Fest '06 will be held today from 7-9 p.m.
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Sorority fundraiser to benefit Alzheimer's
On Sept. 17, MSU's Sigma Kappa sorority will walk a 5K to raise money for the Alzheimer's Association. The Alzheimer's Association has been raising money to fight the disease since 1989, using the Memory Walk as one of its largest fundraisers.
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Trustees to vote on Brody, Mayo upgrades
Correction: The article should say the MSU Board of Trustees would vote on the planning and commencement of nine projects. More than $44 million in additional construction and renovation projects could be in store for MSU. The MSU Board of Trustees will vote on the planning of nine projects today at its first meeting of the semester. Some of the projects on the agenda include: • Renovations to Mayo and Brody halls. • Reconstruction of the traffic circle at Red Cedar and Wilson roads to form a four-way intersection with traffic lights. • Construction of a comprehensive campus recycling center near Service Road and Harrison Avenue, a $3.5 million project, where the current recycling center is located. Both Mayo and Brody halls could have floors and ceilings replaced and their roofs and exteriors renovated.
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Robert Nelson, retired MSU professor, dies at 78
Retired MSU culinary professor Robert H. Nelson died Monday evening in his home at the age of 78. Nelson's funeral services will be held at noon today at Palmer, Bush & Jensen Family Funeral Homes, Lansing Chapel, located at 520 E.
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Study abroad information available at fair
MSU's Study Abroad Fair will be at the MSU Union from 12-6 p.m. on Sept. 21. Students will be able to talk with professors and former Study Abroad participants and see photos and artifacts from other trips.
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Facing Michigan's future
A new book by MSU professor Charles Ballard outlines a path for Michigan's economic success. "Michigan's Economic Future" was written by the Stanford graduate in an attempt to identify the problems facing Michigan, specifically its heavy reliance on the manufacturing sector. Ballard also worked on "Michigan at the Millennium," a book that he said was too tough for most people to read. "It had a lot of good stuff in it," he said.
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Speaker uses Bible for lecture series
By Andrea Humanic For The State News A man who grew up surrounded by suffering in Ghana and thought he could fix the problems through science is now speaking to students about addressing those issues using the Bible. Samuel Koranteng-Pipim, director of public campus ministries for the Michigan Conference of Seventh-day Adventists, is speaking in a series called "Living Without Fear," hosted by the Adventist Student Fellowship, or ASF, a Seventh-day Adventist student group at MSU. The lecture series began Sunday and takes place at 7 p.m.
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Research pays off
Gov. Jennifer Granholm visited campus Wednesday to congratulate faculty who were awarded more than $13 million for their research in expanding industries. On Sept.
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Police teach lesson on substance abuse
Riding a bike while intoxicated isn't illegal. Do the same on a riding lawn mower, and it's a whole different story. The myths and mysteries of alcohol and drug abuse were answered Wednesday by an MSU police officer in CEP 261, a substance abuse class. "You can put up all the informational posters you want, but you need to get the community involved," said Officer Anne Stahl.
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More tailgating parking passes available
ASMSU, MSU's undergraduate student government, increased the number of tailgate passes available to students, registered student organizations and greek organizations to increase tailgate turnout before football games. There were 100 seasonal passes put away for students to purchase at $90 during the beginning of the football season. That number increased to 350 passes available for each game, 175 of which were available for all registered students to purchase for the season. Ninety passes are available for individual games and 85 passes are for registered student and greek organizations. Students can sign up for passes through www.tailgate.asmsu.msu.edu or contact ASMSU for more information.
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On-campus bike repair shop opens
What began as the MSU Bike Project has grown into a business. Now located on the Red Cedar River behind Bessey Hall, the MSU Bikes Service Center opened Sept.
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Research program offers scholarship
An open house geared toward MSU juniors and seniors will be held from 5-7 p.m. Sept. 26 in 311 Bessey Hall to inform students of opportunities in their preparation for graduate studies. The Ronald E.
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Innovations: Plant biology
Names: Sheng Yang He, professor of plant biology; Maeli Melotto, post-doctoral student; and Bill Underwood, graduate student Department: Plant Research Laboratory, Natural Science Type of research: Plant biology Date of research: He has been working with plants at MSU for 11 years. Basics of the project: This particular study focuses on the stomata, microscopic pores on the leaves of almost all plants, which have been known to save plants, He said. "People thought these were passports for bacteria," He said.
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Groups aim to expand wine industry
MSU researchers could be responsible for increasing wine-grape production, as well as tourism in state vineyards. About 1,500 acres of land are devoted to Michigan's wine industry in the northwest, and it is estimated that Michigan's wine sales grow at an average of 9 percent each year. "The industry is small; there are only 47 wineries in Michigan.
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State News designer wins national award
Carrie Hoover, a journalism senior and State News graphic designer, recently received the "The Intern" award at the Society for News Design annual workshop in Orlando, Fla. Hoover said she was very excited and humbled to win the award against what she called "such strong competition." Hoover had to answer design questions to win the award. "I was very surprised I won the award because any one of us could of won it if the right question had been asked, she said.
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Guidance counselors visit Kellogg Center
The Kellogg Hotel and Conference Center, 55 S. Harrison Road, will host Michigan's 15 public universities and guidance counselors from high schools around the state. The fourth annual Promoting the Publics conference is designed to teach high school guidance counselors about topics, including the Michigan Merit Exam, a college entrance exam and financial aid. The Sept.