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Derek Blalock ·
MSU

Students discover treasures in trash

After discovering a theme in “Behind the Beautiful Forevers,” graduate student Mike Tardiff wanted the Writing Center to partner with One Book, One Community in a way that paralleled the ideas of both programs — seeing things for what they could be, rather than what they are.

MICHIGAN

Sigma Phi Epsilon MSU chapter restored

After losing its charter last winter, the MSU chapter of Sigma Phi Epsilon fraternity recently won the right to reorganize. Sigma Phi Epsilon’s National Board of Directors revoked the MSU chapter’s charter Jan.

FOOTBALL

Breaking down pivotal MSU vs. Ohio State matchup

Le’Veon Bell has been the Spartans’ offensive workhorse, punishing opposing defenses for the second-most rushing yards in the country. The junior running back and his productive offensive line will have their hands full with an Ohio State front seven that’s holding opponents to an average of less than four yards per carry.

COMMENTARY

Communication vital for redevelopment

After the failed City Center II project and the controversial St. Anne Lofts project, the city of East Lansing might be approving another redevelopment undertaking near MSU’s campus. Although the project would provide students with convenient housing and entertainment, communications between the developer and the city must remain strong in order for this project to develop, free of architectural and monetary issues.

COMMENTARY

Foreign language vital for education

I have a terrible Michigan accent. Whenever I travel outside of the Midwest to visit family or friends, they make it well known how nasally my accent can sound, especially when pronouncing such words as “mom,” “class” and even my first name, Alex.

NEWS

Pulling the Strings

With recent large-scale NCAA scandals that have traumatized Penn State University and other major institutions, the role of administrative control over athletics has come into question.