If there were any question marks surrounding the plans President Barack Obama has for the next four years, they likely have been laid to rest.
A close friend recently said to me that I don’t seem to embrace my heritage. I, of course, denied it. But he was right.
In 1883, Francis Galton published “Inquiries into Human Faculty and Its Development” and introduced to the world the term “eugenics.” His view was that for the betterment of the human race, society should improve itself by weeding out the “undesirables.” Galton pressed for the study of eugenics to become widespread. These ideas did take root — much closer to home than you might expect.
Critics are up in arms about a proposed 2 percent increase in state higher education funding — arguing the amount doesn’t do enough to restore past cuts.
During a conversation last week, I was pressed for my comments on the United States and its relationship with the world, socialism, communism, monarchies and of course, democracy.
Advocates for Michigan’s budding film industry worry their state’s silver screen soon could be in danger — at least if proposed funding cuts are as impactful as they fear.
Advocates for widespread U.S. immigration reform are celebrating what many hope is a foot in the door for broadening the rights of young illegal immigrants.
The sounds of sniffles accompanied by rustling as students locate Kleenex tissues within pockets echo within the lecture halls of MSU. The months of November through March host the cold and flu season.
Whoever said words hurt more than actions clearly was a writer — or at least spent time writing for a university newspaper.
Besides sharing a border, Metro Detroit and northern Michigan are far from the same. From the people and activities to the culture, opinion editor Katie Harrington and opinion writer Greg Olsen battle it out to decide which part of the state offers the most.
The permissible killing of U.S. citizens using drone strikes has been disclosed in a leaked Justice Department memo — leaving many Americans questioning the legal control of their government.
The question had come up between my roommate and me before. Truthfully, we didn’t often visit the majestic land of music, light and laughter that roars to life just north of Grand River Avenue nearly every night. Most nights resembled this one: the two of us pouring over schoolwork, exchanging music and playing cards. The posed question made that all feel empty. After all, we have just a handful of years of attendance at Michigan State.
Commuting for an internship might become a thing of the past — at least if current trends hold true.
My dear colleagues, I meet you at the crossroads of pain and contempt to speak to the devil within you.
The fate of one of MSU’s most paramount projects is on shaky ground as negotiations between the university and Washington grow increasingly nuclear.
The 2010 Michigan ban on smoking in bars and restaurants was implemented with the intention of creating a healthier, more enjoyable dining experience.
Last week, the Michigan Department of Community Health, or MDCH, launched a new initiative aimed at making the state lighter and healthier.
In my four years at MSU, I’ve eaten at 13 cafeterias and seen just about all there is to see — from future professional athletes to Darth Vader with a gaggle of Stormtroopers. You name it, I’ve seen it. Nothing could surprise me.
During her visit to The State News on Thursday, MSU President Lou Anna K. Simon spoke about many of the changes that have defined her nearly decade-long tenure at MSU.
It’s another late night watching Tosh.0. Unfortunately, even late-night stations, such as Comedy Central, run commercial after commercial during programs.