FEATURES
Creativity Exploratory expands education, provides opportunities
When Katie Pastor begins her work day, she doesn’t do so in a cubicle or other traditional-looking office space.
BASKETBALL
Column: Nix could use arrest to boost leadership role
The recent trouble Derrick Nix got himself into with a traffic stop and drugs in the car could have a lot of people wondering what’s at stake for the MSU men’s basketball team’s future. Although the issue will affect the junior center and his future, I’m not sure his legal troubles will change the outlook of the team too much next season.
BASEBALL
Spartans hope momentum continues throughout week
For the MSU baseball team, last weekend was a disappointing one. Not only did the Spartans (19-10 overall, 3-3 Big Ten) drop two of three games, they did so against rival Michigan. MSU’s one win in the series came Sunday in a 10-8 thriller that lasted 13 innings, and junior Tony Wieber, who was the winning pitcher against the Wolverines, said he hopes that springboards the Spartans forward as they prepare for a 3:05 p.m. matchup with Notre Dame on Tuesday at McLane Baseball Stadium at Old College Field.
COMMENTARY
Disaster victims far from helpless
If you watch the news, particularly news about foreign countries, you could easily believe that natural disasters are followed by looting, crime and individualistic behavior to survive.
COMMENTARY
The best laid plans often go awry
Here we are: the final weeks of the academic year and, consequently, my final column. As I brainstormed for a topic for this week, I decided that my last column should be a culmination of the things that brought me to this point, something I really wanted to put out there while I had the opportunity and the platform.
FEATURES
On a budget: Satisfy snack cravings without splurging
We’ve all hit that 3 p.m. moment of hunger. It’s that awkward time between lunch and dinner when you’re hungry enough to snack but don’t want a full meal. And some of us are in between classes and don’t have the time to stop at a cafeteria — if we even have a meal plan — or can’t make the trek to Grand River Avenue.
COMMENTARY
Housing change puts students in limbo
When freshmen enter college, it is a completely foreign experience unlike any other. There are the adjustments of eating in a cafeteria everyday, living away from home, doing their own cleaning and laundry, and for many students, it’s the first time they have to share a room.
BASKETBALL
Nix told police he smoked marijuana before his arrest last week, records show
MSU basketball player Derrick Nix told police he had smoked a marijuana joint before a traffic stop at 12:20 a.m.
NEWS
MSU, Sparrow announce plans for mid-Michigan pediatric care partnership
At a press conference this afternoon, MSU and Sparrow Health System announced a plan to consolidate the majority of their pediatric specialists into one location with the purpose of improving the quality and convenience of health care for children in mid-Michigan.
Derek Blalock
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NEWS
From combat to campus
At 28 years old, Jason Noakes is far from where he started a little more than a decade ago as a college freshman. In 2001, the now-history senior began his college career at Ferris State University. His plans were to study for four years to become a cop.
NEWS
College grads see increase in job prospects
This semester, communication senior Emily Lundmark applied to almost every job posting she found, hoping a company would bite. Atlanta-based Insight Global eventually did, and now she doesn’t have to worry about graduating jobless, she said.
BASEBALL
Spartans prevents sweep with 10-8 victory at U-M
Ann Arbor — Jimmy Pickens knew he would have a chance. In a game that lasted 13 innings Sunday, the freshman right fielder knew he would have enough at-bats to hopefully make a difference as the MSU baseball team looked to avoid the sweep against arch-rival Michigan.
BASKETBALL
Police Brief 04/09/12
Facing misdemeanor charges for operating a vehicle under the influence of drugs and marijuana possession, MSU basketball player Derrick Nix waived his right to an arraignment on Friday in East Lansing’s 54-B District Court, according to court records.
MSU
Hundreds gather for Easter mass at St. John Church
Pastor Mark Inglot welcomed his congregation on Easter Sunday by encouraging those in attendance to focus on the holy holiday instead of daily worries.
MICHIGAN
Students join in E.L. for Seder meal away from home
To mark the beginning of the Jewish holiday Passover, students and community members gathered at MSU Hillel, 360 Charles St., to eat a special Seder meal. In Jewish culture, the Seder meal traditionally kicks off Passover celebrations, which began Friday and will continue until April 14, said Audrey Bloomberg, director of Jewish student life at MSU Hillel.
MSU
Renovations to Bailey, Rather halls on track for June completion
Construction on two of Brody Complex Neighborhood’s residence halls is close to wrapping up, but two others will be out of commission for similar renovations starting in May. The current renovations to Bailey and Rather halls both are on budget and on schedule to be completed by the middle of June, said Jeff Bonk, assistant director of design and construction management for Residential and Hospitality Services.
MSU
RHA working to prevent bike overcrowding
Communication freshman Katelyn Kotowicz circled the bike racks near Campbell Hall on Thursday afternoon as she searched for a parking spot for a bike she was borrowing from a friend.
MSU
Diversity dinner urges understanding
On Saturday night, as many students were heading home for the Easter holiday, another celebration of community was taking place at East Lansing High School, 509 Burcham Drive. About 100 East Lansing residents, MSU faculty and students gathered for food and festivities at the sixth annual Muslim Students’ Association, or MSA, Diversity Dinner.
MSU
MSU alumnus shares insight on improving LBGT health care
Potential discrepancies in health care for lesbian, bisexual, gay and transgender patients might not be the first thing on the minds of all medical professionals, but for physician and MSU alumnus Henry Ng, the topic has become the basis of his career.
MICHIGAN
Library hosts fundraiser to increase materials fund
As the East Lansing Public Library prepares to deal with the effects of a potential budget crunch, library officials are gearing up to raise funds and awareness for the facility. The library, 950 Abbot Road, is planning a series of events to celebrate National Library Week, culminating in its Books, Bites and Bids fundraiser Friday evening.