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MICHIGAN

Student political leaders respond to Obama's latest Syria comments

They don’t agree on many things, but when it comes to Syria, at least a handful of MSU’s student political leaders across the ideological spectrum don’t want an American military intervention in Syria. And they’re not alone. From the polls to the thousands of phone calls, emails and letters flooding congressional offices — a majority of Americans oppose U.S. involvement.

MSU

West Nile Virus found in Ingham County horses

Celeste Bott
September 10, 2013

West Nile Virus was confirmed in two horses in Ingham and Kent counties, according to the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development, or MDARD. As of Aug. 29, one human case of West Nile according to the Michigan Department of Community of Health, or MDCH, and five blood donor samples tested positive for the virus. The Disease Control and Prevention Center identifies West Nile Virus as a mosquito-borne disease that causes flu symptoms in humans and can be fatal.

VOLLEYBALL

Wicinski, Mathews fronting offensive attack for MSU

Omari Sankofa II
September 10, 2013

Last Friday’s win against Oregon was an exposition of intensity for the No. 15 MSU volleyball team. Led by the aggressive play of senior middle blocker Alexis Mathews and senior outside hitter Lauren Wicinski, MSU snuffed Oregon — last season’s national championship runner-up — in a close 3-1 victory.

COMMENTARY

Egyptian student longs for home

Nolly Dakroury
September 10, 2013

It’s been two years since I first arrived at MSU, and a lot has changed about my approach on life and myself. I remember sitting at the airport in Rome, where my first layover on my trip to the U.S. was, and thinking, “What am I doing to myself? Why am I leaving home?” I remember blaming my mum for putting the idea of studying abroad into my mind before bursting into tears.

COMMENTARY

Juggling school, work worthwhile

Ariel Ellis
September 10, 2013

Eight-fifty a.m. Alarm sounds. Get up. At 9 a.m. the alarm sounds again. No really, get up! Make a few calls for future stories. Get dressed. Go to class at 10:20 a.m. Class again at 12:40 p.m. Then 3 p.m. rolls around. Yes, I can finally can take a break. Well, sort of. Do some homework, make a few more calls. Don’t forget to eat! Go to class at 5 p.m. Leave early for city council meeting at 7 p.m. On deadline story due at 9 p.m. Meeting ends at 10 p.m. I finally get home at 11 p.m. Must eat, must study. One a.m. Bed.

FOOTBALL

Two Weeks, Two Evacuations

Dillon Davis  and  Katie Abdilla
September 10, 2013

There’s a realm of history wrapped up within the concrete walls of Spartan Stadium. During the course of its 90 years of existence, the venue has played host to exciting plays on the gridiron, melodic tunes out of the mouths of rock stars and the arctic tundra of one of the world’s most famous hockey games. But through all of the moments spread across more than nine decades, the stadium never has been evacuated.

MICHIGAN

Students could see relief with Medicaid

For those whose parents don’t have health insurance, or who are older than 26, Michigan’s controversial Medicaid expansion could be the answer for the uninsured student population after the law takes effect next spring.

NEWS

iPod, other valuables stolen

Katie Abdilla
September 9, 2013

Police are investigating two thefts from vehicles that occurred between 4:30 and 10:30 p.m. Sept. 5 inside Ramp 6 on Grand River Avenue near East Circle Drive.? Both cars were parked in level B-1 of the ramp, MSU police Sgt.

MSU

Economics degree faces moratorium from univ.

Justine McGuire
September 9, 2013

The Bachelor of Science, or B.S., economics degree is new on the moratoria list this semester — the requirements are being reviewed and possibly revamped. The major went into moratorium this semester and will remain until at least fall 2014, meaning no one will be allowed to enter that major during that time period. Although students no longer can enroll in the B.S.

MICHIGAN

Cooking on the RISE

Simon Schuster
September 9, 2013

On Friday, the Residential Initiative on the Study of the Environment, or RISE, held its first cooking workshop of fall semester in the Bailey Hall community kitchen. Held once per month, RISE holds the cooking workshops to promote food awareness and build cooking skills.

MSU

Chinese American club offers cross cultural experience

April Jones
September 9, 2013

With MSU’s international population constantly increasing, a new club is putting its foot forward in joining two different worlds into one friendship. On Monday, a new student-run club, the Chinese American Cross Cultural Experience, or CACCE, invited students to come together, hang out and interact with other students of different cultural backgrounds.

MICHIGAN

Liquor licensing mixup puts plans for Lansing What Up Dawg? on hold

Simon Schuster
September 9, 2013

The popular East Lansing-based restaurant What Up Dawg? has invested in a new location downtown Lansing, but owners said issues with liquor licensing have postponed its opening indefinitely. What Up Dawg? first opened its doors at 317 M.A.C. Ave. in 2011. Since its inception, the late-night restaurant specializing in hot dogs, fries, beers and Faygo sodas has become a popular destination for students and residents.

MSU

Bus smartphone app still on the table

Nolly Dakroury
September 9, 2013

As part of making life on campus easier for students, ASMSU, MSU’s undergraduate student government, is trying to provide students with a mobile application to send updates about bus schedules. “The project is still in its infancy,” said Michael Mozina, ASMSU vice president for finance and operations.

FEATURES

New Spartan Marching Band twirler performs fresh routines

Anya Rath
September 9, 2013

Ashley Burkin can’t stand still. As she waits for the music to cue her start, she repeatedly tosses her baton in the air. Burkin’s face scrunches up in concentration as the sparkling silver baton weaves through the air. Her face erupts in a smile each time she firmly catches it. Since the age of 5, Burkin has been immersed in the world of baton twirling. Today, she is the newest of the three feature twirlers for the Spartan Marching Band. Burkin, a chemical engineering freshman, said there are many different aspects of twirling. “Dance and gymnastics are a big part of the twirling,” said Burkin, the first new twirler since 2010.