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Bands battle to benefit charity

When lead singer and guitarist Michael Motherwell took the stage Sunday afternoon to perform with his band, Something Utopic, he was playing with more of a sense of purpose than usual.

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Filmmakers to premiere apocalypse movie

Zack Sztanyo will make his debut on the big screen in his first-ever full-length feature film Friday. But the political science senior said he is much more nervous than he is excited. “I hate seeing myself act,” Sztanyo said.

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Weekend roundup: Feb. 24-26

It is almost the weekend. Classes are ending and students are ready to unwind. Here is a roundup of events to attend during the weekend respite. ATD Fashion Show The Department of Art and Art History will present its annual Apparel and Textile Design Fashion Show at 7 p.m.

Julia Nagy ·
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Toning up for spring break made easy with workout tips from trainer

For many students, spring break means beaches, parties and a much-needed break from class and work. And for those who are traveling to a tropical location where they might be seen wearing a swimsuit or other revealing ensembles, it also means working out to ensure they have a beach-fit body to show off while on vacation.

Alex McClung ·
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On a budget: Pizza pockets make prime game day snack

To some, this season of Spartan basketball means an awesome pair of Izzone tickets and a guaranteed fun experience — but for most of us, it means cramming into our friends’ dorm room with 10 other people to watch the game and snack on whatever happens to be right in front of you.

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Student finds niche in sewing

When Residential College in the Arts and Humanities freshman Sarah Botruff sits down in the art studio in the basement of Snyder Hall to sew, she leaves behind the real world and enters one of her own creation.

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Monologues focus on inspiring women

Director Stephanie Fluegeman, who has participated in the play “The Vagina Monologues” for the past three years, knows what most people think when they hear the title. “People usually get the wrong idea,” she said.

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Weekend roundup: Feb. 17-19

It is almost the weekend. Classes are ending, and students are ready to unwind. Here is a roundup of events to attend during the weekend respite. Spartan Stampede Rodeo Are you interested in seeing cowboys and cowgirls participate in events such as barrel racing, steer wrestling and the dangerous sport of bull riding? The MSU Rodeo Club is hosting its 43rd annual Spartan Stampede Rodeo at 8 p.m.