NEWS
New Kids on the Block
Last week, the path of the Big Ten Conference was changed in a big way when two new schools made their way into the conference.
NEWS
MSU, student leaders at odds over station funds
In the midst of the Impact 89FM financial review by student governance groups, information has emerged suggesting issues with the radio station might stem from university officials ignoring procedure.
MICHIGAN
E.L. survey shows increase in sold parking permits
After the city conducted a survey to monitor its current parking system, it found that parking is down slightly from previous years, but the number of monthly parking permits sold is up.
MICHIGAN
Community reacts to Red Cedar closing
As Katrina Brooks waited outside Red Cedar Elementary School Tuesday to pick up her kids, she couldn’t help but wonder whether or not her children would have the same number of opportunities at their new school next year.
MSU
MSU works to solve bar exam high failure rate
MSU College of Law officials are working with the Michigan Board of Law Examiners to find a solution for an abnormally high failure rate on the state bar exam this year, which might have been caused by a new grading scale
MICHIGAN
GOP lawmakers try to push sharia bill
It’s been hailed as unconstitutional, deemed a waste of time and usually is referred to as the “anti-Sharia” law.
MSU
Sticky notes cause smiles on campus
MSU students came to the Union to write sticky notes with positive messages on them to put around campus throughout the week.
FOOTBALL
Bell, Gholston among juniors who could make NFL leap
After completing a grueling regular season, members of the MSU football team’s (6-6 overall, 3-5 Big Ten) junior class will use the next few weeks to decide if they’ll return to school next season or forgo their senior year to enter the NFL draft.
BASKETBALL
No. 13 MSU to face Hurricanes in annual Big Ten/ACC Challenge
Faced with the challenge of an opponent he’s never seen before, head coach Tom Izzo has sought out an old friend for help: Brian Gregory. The former MSU assistant coach and current Georgia Tech head coach has been one of the people Izzo has turned to in preparing for the annual Big Ten/ACC Challenge, which began Tuesday night and continues when the No. 13 MSU men’s basketball team (5-1) heads to Miami to take on the Hurricanes (3-1) tonight (7:30 p.m., ESPN).
ICE HOCKEY
Icers use break to recharge with Ohio State series looming
In the hockey world, Thanksgiving weekend is a notorious one for tournaments. Rinks are ready for the influx of teams and players, and most hockey families grow accustomed to spending the days following the holiday circled around a sheet of ice.
VOLLEYBALL
George readies Spartans for unfamiliar NCAA Tournament opponent
When the MSU volleyball team found out they were slated to play San Diego in the first round of the NCAA Tournament, the Spartans didn’t know very much about their next opponent.
BASEBALL
Crosstown Showdown renewed for next three seasons
The Crosstown Showdown, a baseball game between the MSU baseball team and the minor league Lansing Lugnuts, officially has been extended for the next three years, according to a release by the MSU athletics department.
FEATURES
Christmas music concerts excel at Wharton Center
Almost any task can be made festive with the simple touch of a holiday soundtrack. For Lyman Briggs sophomore Jill Nelson and her mom, the Christmas music associated with their annual cookie baking is Mannheim Steamroller. “My mom and I both love (Mannheim Steamroller),” she said.
FEATURES
MSU ensemble gives variety to music
Musique 21 is a student and faculty ensemble devoted to showcasing new contemporary music, with the 21 standing for music of the 21st century.
COMMENTARY
‘Deep learning’ more important than 4.0
Every student has the same goal in mind when he or she enters the college classroom: to finish the class with a 4.0. Nothing defines success in a course quite like earning an A.
COMMENTARY
Importance of finding your roots
This past summer, I worked as a historic interpreter at Fort Mackinac on Mackinac Island. Dressed up as a soldier who would have been stationed there in the 1880s, I spent the summer shooting rifles, muskets and cannons for visitors.
MSU
‘Tis the season
Well, here we are again. We are back to being cold, pumping hot beverages through our veins and screaming at our friends to “shut the (insert expletive here) door” before the cold air seeps into the room.
NEWS
Case of alleged I-96 shooter to be handled by Michigan Attorney General
Law officials announced today the case against alleged I-96 corridor shooter and MSU alumnus Raulie Casteel will be handled by the Attorney General’s Criminal Division, according to a press release from the Ingham County Sheriff’s Office.
MICHIGAN
East Lansing Board of Education passes motion to close Red Cedar Elementary School
After hearing three hours of public testimony from a standing room-only crowd, the East Lansing Board of Education passed a motion during Monday night’s meeting that will close the Red Cedar Elementary School.
