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Freshman fifteen Q's

College is a whole new world for many freshmen traveling campus for the first time. The State News sat down with one of these brave explorers to get a glimpse, in 15 questions or less, at a new face on campus and her perspective of her new frontier.

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Fortress of comic-tude

There’s something endearing about a man who signs his e-mails “Alphabetically Yours.” But what can you expect from someone who has been working in libraries since he was a student? Nonetheless, Randy Scott’s job at MSU isn’t that of a typical librarian.

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Dating violence serious, often unreported issue

Unless we understand in the present moment “how and why” we make the decisions we do, we may be destined to either repeat our present realities or never make a decision, period. The health of any relationship can be determined in part by the level of freedom each individual in the relationship feels he or she has to live their lives without threats, fear or abuse of any kind.

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In the know

Sometimes, writing in a diary or journal is the only way to release your thoughts and feelings. Those feelings and thoughts can be very personal at times, so the risk of someone reading it is not an option. Here are some tips on how to hide your diary or journal and avoid awkward, uncomfortable or humiliating discoveries by an someone else.

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Dear diary

It can be done mentally, in a journal or on a computer, but what does diet tracking really bring to the table? Interactive Web sites — such as My-Calorie-Counter.com — have taken the art of diet-tracking to a new level by eliminating the need for pens, paper, calculators and even dietitians. However, experts disagree as to whether online diet journals and diet tracking in general, provides a healthy way to maintain or lose weight.

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Freshman fifteen Q's

College is a whole new world for many freshmen traveling campus for the first time. The State News sat down with one of these brave explorers to get a glimpse, in 15 questions or less, at a new face on campus and his perspective of his new frontier.

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Documentary life

Tucked away inside the Communication Arts and Sciences Building, in a dark studio, about 10 students met Wednesday for the bimonthly Documentary Film Club meeting. The student organization’s leaders talked to the small group about the current projects they were working on and how the other members could get involved.

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Hello, my name is Ariel Oppenheim

For arts and humanities freshman Ariel Oppenheim, it is nothing out of the ordinary to be water skiing down the Grand River. Oppenheim is a member of the Water Ski Club, and though for many students this might seem like an unusual pastime, it’s a way of life for Oppenheim. She has been water skiing for eight years and wanted the water sport to stay in her life.

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Costume can change wearer's mentality

Halloween is the perfect time to try something new, whether it be a piece of candy, a crazy outfit, or, in some cases, a personality. “I feel more confident in any dress-up situation, even on a regular going-out night, not just on Halloween,” said Erin Cooney, an interior design junior. “When you have something out of the norm for you, it’s easier to be more forward.”

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Masked at midnight

As the ghouls and goblins come out of the woodwork Friday, most everyone will be looking to dress up and make their way to parties. Whether you’re going to be a sexy nurse, vampire or something entirely new, Halloween can be as original and inexpensive as you make it.

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SN decor: Freshmen roommies create coolest room on floor

General management freshman Aaron Johnson and no-preference freshman Sean Cook have known each other since they were little. With the knowledge they were living together, they took the initiative to make their room one of the coolest on their floor in Emmons Hall, adorning the walls with posters galore.

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In the know

Carving pumpkins is a classic seasonal pastime that doesn’t ever seem to lose its charm. The artistic possibilities are as endless as the ideas in the creator’s mind. Regardless of whether you want to give your neighbors a fright, prove your knife skills with an intricate design or simply light up Halloween night, here are the steps to get you started.

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Well-known spoken artist to visit campus

Shihan the Poet has been described as one of the most dynamic spoken artists of our generation. He was the 2004 National Poetry Slam Champion, has appeared seven times on HBO’s Def Poetry, and tonight he’ll be on campus.

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Freshman fifteen Q's

College is a whole new world for many freshmen traveling campus for the first time. The State News sat down with one of these brave explorers to get a glimpse, in 15 questions or less, at a new face on campus and her perspective on her new frontier.