MSU
COGS leaders to examine goals
Graduate and professional students will have a chance to look at their long-term goals, per suggestion by MSU President Lou Anna K. Simon.
MICHIGAN
Prop 2 could open union for research assistants
Graduate research assistants at MSU could gain the right to unionize if a state ballot proposal passes next month.
MSU
Sparty’s Flag Find kicks off Homecoming
For criminal justice junior Meghan Kautman, the little flag she found in the bushes outside the Skandalaris Football Center solidified a goal she’s had since her freshman year.
MSU
Fellow prison mate of Nelson Mandela shares experiences
Nearly 50 years ago, Eddie Daniels was a nobody.
MSU
Face Time: Matthew Clough
MSU alumnus Matthew Clough recently fulfilled his lifelong dream of reaching Mount Kilimanjaro’s summit. After learning his porters don’t make enough money to educate their youth, Clough founded his company, stone cloth, to donate proceeds to African children’s education. Clough took some time to tell The State News exactly what happened during his trip.
MICHIGAN
Study shows genetics play role in self-image
Family genes might play a significant role in the pressures that women face when it comes to staying thin and watching their weight, according to a recent study by MSU researchers.
MSU
MSU Career Services hosts graduate school fair
For biomedical laboratory science senior Alli Pearson, traveling to the West Coast to visit graduate schools would be difficult to fit into her schedule.
BASKETBALL
Spartans host season-opening media day
When Tom Izzo has stood in front of reporters for the MSU men’s basketball team’s media day in previous years, he knows he’s talked about the dream of having a team that can get out and run. The difference is with a stable of relentless athletes, Izzo said the goal finally can be a reality.
BASKETBALL
Valentine, Harris headline freshman class for Spartans
Being a part of one of head coach Tom Izzo’s top recruiting classes during his 18-year tenure, Denzel Valentine is no stranger to the spotlight.
ICE HOCKEY
Wolfe named ice hockey captain for 2012-13 season
Two years ago, Greg Wolfe described himself as “a little timid” freshman. Now that timid MSU hockey forward has evolved into a leader of the program, and that leadership role was made concrete today as head coach Tom Anastos named the junior captain of the Spartan squad.
SPORTS
Ahern makes offensive impact for field hockey team
Sometimes, all it takes is a little “Spartan heart” to give yourself the biggest weekend of your career.
FOOTBALL
Dantonio makes depth chart changes prior to Iowa game
It’s a week of change for the MSU football team (4-2 overall, 1-1 Big Ten). As injuries pile on and players begin to bloom, head coach Mark Dantonio made some adjustments to his depth chart in preparation for Saturday’s homecoming game against Iowa (3-2, 1-0).
FOOTBALL
Defensive secondary improved by Williamson's play
The search to replace graduated safety Trenton Robinson has been a revolving door in the defensive secondary, and this week the door has stopped with redshirt freshman R.J. Williamson, following a career-high nine tackles in the MSU football team’s (4-2 overall, 1-1 Big Ten) 31-27 victory over Indiana.
SOCCER
Women's soccer game with U-M holds major conference implications
In the minds of many, this could be the game that defines the MSU women’s soccer team’s season. The Spartans (8-4-2 overall, 2-3-1 Big Ten) travel to Ann Arbor to take on No. 23 Michigan at 7 p.m. Wednesday at U-M Soccer Stadium.
FEATURES
Missouri DJ headlines first Michigan show
Kevin Moore never imagined that his childhood nickname, “Spanky,” would eventually become a key component of his personal brand.
FEATURES
Breast cancer awareness hits close to home
In June 2007, my mother was diagnosed with breast cancer. As a scrawny 13-year-old whose biggest problem was forcing her way through the awkward phase, I had no concept as to how the news would change my life forever.
COMMENTARY
Firework ordinance must gain attention
The sale and use of aerial fireworks recently has been legalized in the state of Michigan, leaving some cities celebrating, and others worried about the safety of their residents. But in East Lansing, a recent city ordinance now is defining when and where residents can use fireworks, if at all.
COMMENTARY
Passivism not worthy of reward
On a recent early Saturday afternoon, my friends and I were leaving our apartment complex to fulfill our appetites with some traditional Hispanic cuisine when suddenly, a man on a bicycle halted in front of us.
NEWS
Golden years
About once a year, Clinton Township, Mich., resident Mary Gay Jolly receives a packet of letters. Without even looking at the address, she knows exactly who it’s from.
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NEWS
Oakland University holds Ryan rally
Vice presidential candidate Paul Ryan looked to take advantage of his appeal to young conservatives Monday night at Oakland University, hoping to fire up support before his debate against Democratic vice presidential candidate Joe Biden this Thursday.