FEATURES
Alumna’s artwork to be put on display
The Animal ArtVenture Community Reception will be from 7-9 p.m. Friday at the Lansing Art Gallery, 119 N. Washington Square, in Lansing.
FEATURES
Theater to host stage production
Award-winning “MEMPHIS” will perform at 7:30 p.m. Thursday at the Goodrich Lansing Mall Cinemas, 921 Mall Drive West, in Lansing.
COMMENTARY
Negative connotations of old words still remain the same
The State News fired me up earlier this week with the front page headline Queer Christians (SN 4/25). This is the second time in recent memory “Queer (something)” has been attached to some story in order to do … I am not sure what. In fall 2006, The State News ran a story about the lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender community celebrating National Coming Out Day.
FOOTBALL
Bullough, Linthicum regret Aspen incident
Before senior tight end Brian Linthicum and sophomore linebacker Max Bullough can focus all their energy toward the spring game, the pair addressed the March 10 incident in Aspen, Colo., that led to their arrests.
COMMENTARY
Stay classy until next year MSU
If every year of college goes by this fast, I need to take more time to appreciate the little things. By the end of next week, I’ll have completed my first year as a college student, which is shocking to think about. It doesn’t seem like so long ago I had settled into my tiny dorm room (away from the comforts of home) and into the vast MSU campus.
FOOTBALL
Seniors pick teams for Green and White game
With the first pick in the 2011 Spartan’s Spring Game draft, the Green Team — captained by senior quarterback Kirk Cousins, senior safety Trenton Robinson and senior wide receiver Keith Nichol, among others — selected junior cornerback Johnny Adams.
COMMENTARY
ASMSU must raise profile on campus next year
ASMSU will find itself with a little extra money for next school year after a program for tailgate clean-up turned a profit. That’s good to hear, but having money isn’t the same thing as using it wisely.
MSU
MSU to host upcoming Career Circus
For MSU students looking for an opportunity to impress employers, the Career Circus career fair might provide the perfect opportunity. The career fair — which will be held at 1 p.m. Friday on the fourth floor of Spartan Stadium’s Spartan Club — will offer a more casual and creative atmosphere than the typical career fair, said Kevin Yombor, an international relations senior.
FOOTBALL
What to watch for during the 2011 NFL Draft
No matter why you watch it, the NFL Draft is looked forward to by many each year. And now that it is back, let’s take a look at what to watch for during the 2011 NFL Draft.
NEWS
Trustee Ferguson to remain at MSU
MSU Trustee Joel Ferguson said in a statement he will stay with his position at the MSU Board of Trustees if he is not able to hold a joint appointment on the Detroit Greektown Casino’s board of directors. Ferguson said he was considering a position on the Greektown board in June 2010, but Greektown officials said a 1996 Michigan Gaming Control and Revenue Act prohibits all elected officials from serving on a casino board of control. According to the release, Ferguson sent a letter to Rick Kalm, executive director of the Michigan Gaming Control Board on April 25 stating, “I generally wish to serve on both boards and believe I am legally entitled to do so.” The letter was sent after Kalm told Ferguson he needed to choose between MSU and the Greektown position. Ferguson does not receive a salary from serving as MSU trustee, but would receive $210,000 in his first year of service as a member of the Greektown board of directors Ferguson has asked that the Gaming Control Board be allowed to make the final decision about his ability to serve on the casino board. “I would prefer to be of service to both the MSU and the Greektown boards,” Ferguson said in the release.
BASEBALL
Season-high 15 runs not enough for Spartans against Eastern Michigan
There was offense, offense and some more offense in the MSU baseball team’s 17-15 loss to Eastern Michigan in 12 innings Tuesday at McLane Baseball Stadium at Kobs Field.
NEWS
Ombudsman to retire after 40 years at MSU
Ask MSU faculty about MSU Ombudsman Stan Soffin, and one will hear almost nothing but praise. “Dr. Soffin is, in my estimation, an extremely valuable component or individual at MSU,” said Doug Estry, the associate provost for undergraduate education who’s worked with Soffin closely through the years.
NEWS
MSU continues aid to Libyan MSU students
MSU will provide food and housing for the Libyan students and their families in the MSU Visiting International Professional Program, or VIPP, after funding for the program was ended by the Libyan government at the end of March. The VIPP is a non-degree professional education program designed for mid-level career professionals from across the world, university spokesman Kent Cassella said.
NEWS
Students arrested in D.C.
Two MSU students were arrested April 15 in Washington, D.C., after protesting the federal government. Jordan Lindsay, a history, philosophy and sociology of science freshman, and international relations junior Tabitha Skervin were among nine students charged with unlawful conduct and disruption of Congress in the House Gallery, U.S.
NEWS
Council talks street repavements
The start of summer might mean dealing with road construction for some East Lansing residents. The East Lansing City Council discussed summer road and sidewalk construction at its meeting Tuesday night. Council approved a contract with Cadwell Brothers Construction Company for about $567,000 for the 2011 Local Street Project, a project to improve local streets and sidewalks. Todd Sneathen, East Lansing’s director of public works, said Harvard Road, Cowley Avenue, Bainbridge Drive, Rosewood Avenue, Foxcroft Road, Cambria Drive and Smithfield Avenue are scheduled for repavement starting at the end of June. “One of the few positive issues in regards to the economy — (we) had aggressive bidding (for the construction),” Sneathen said.
NEWS
Police Brief 04/27/11
A 22-year-old male student reported his laptop stolen around 12:30 a.m. on the second floor in the west wing of the Main Library, MSU police Sgt.
FEATURES
Firearms club finds success at nationals
For Angelina Taylor, being part of the MSU Rifle and Pistol Club is a step in the direction of fulfilling a major life goal. Taylor, a physics senior and member of the club, aspires to shoot competitively in the Olympics, and the club has given her the opportunity to refine her skills to make a run at the games.
FEATURES
Student-produced drama to explore human vulnerability
Recreating the pages of a comic strip into a believable stage production can be an uphill battle. But if you ask the creators of the latest student-produced play at MSU, it’s a task they have completed successfully.
MSU
Camp Kesem to hold duck derby event
As the spring semester draws to a close, the MSU chapter of Camp Kesem is looking to raise money for children in need with a series of events, including a duck derby.
MICHIGAN
Stores, restaurants prep for summer
For businesses in downtown East Lansing, the end of final exams means a wave of students and patrons moving out of the area for the summer.