MICHIGAN
New cig law splits opinions
Fires caused by cigarettes might be reduced with a new state law.
MSU
MSU researchers study planet's climate, rapid changes foreseen
Decades from now, the plants sprouting from East African farmers’ plots might look far different as the global climate changes, making it critical for farmers to start planning for the future.
MSU
Fair aims to help students prepare for career fairs
The Career Services Network will hold a Career Fair Cram Session from 6-7:30 p.m. today in Room N100 in the Business College Complex.
MSU
Mandela Exhibit opens at Museum
A new exhibit entitled “Dear Mr. Mandela, Dear Mrs. Parks: Children’s Letters, Global Lessons” will open Sunday at the MSU Museum.
MICHIGAN
Delivery man assaulted outside West Shaw Hall
A 23-year-old man was assaulted outside his car at West Shaw Hall on Tuesday night in what police said might have been an act of road rage.
FOOTBALL
Former MSU football player to run for board
Mitch Lyons, an MSU alum and former Spartans and NFL tight end, announced Wednesday that he is running for the MSU Board of Trustees.
MSU
Researchers hope progress won't dry up with stimulus funds
Norbert Mueller once had just a drawing and a vision for a more fuel-efficient engine to present to his potential funders.
FEATURES
Vegas night to benefit Peru children
The College of Osteopathic Medicine Student Government Association is holding its annual fundraiser, Las Vegas Night and Charity Raffle, from 7 to 11 p.m. Saturday at Eagle Eye Golf Club, 15500 S. Chandler Road.
FEATURES
Gallery displays michigan talent, pride
Saper Galleries decided to keep things a little closer to home for their recent collection.
COMMENTARY
2010 column riddled with errors and inaccuracies
As an alumnus of MSU, I have to wonder if the academic quality has lessened since I’ve graduated after reading the Justin Covington guest column “Naming new decade proves difficult task” (SN 1/12).
COMMENTARY
Leaders absent in governors race
Once again an election is around the corner, and this time Michigan will be choosing a new person to lead the state.
COMMENTARY
Building expansion ill-advised during recession
MSU students in a multitude of academic disciplines are continuing to come to terms with tight budgets.
BASKETBALL
Spartans begin 'separation month' against Wisconsin
Few expected the MSU women’s basketball team to start the Big Ten season 2-3. ****
FOOTBALL
Dantonio closes book on 2009, optimistic for 2010
Looking back at the 2009 football season Wednesday, Mark Dantonio said he wasn’t pleased with the team’s record, but the MSU head football coach was proud of how his team handled adversity.
FOOTBALL
8 MSU football players reinstated; 4 leave
MSU head football coach Mark Dantonio announced Wednesday that the 12 suspended players involved in the Nov. 22 assault at Rather Hall have been reinstated, while four of them have decided to leave the program.
FOOTBALL
Jones returning to Spartans
Greg Jones will return for his senior season on the MSU football team, the junior linebacker announced Wednesday at MSU head coach Mark Dantonio’s year-end press conference.
MSU
Road rage leads to assault on campus
After a traffic incident, a pizza delivery driver was assaulted by two suspects outside West Shaw Hall at about 11 p.m. Tuesday, leaving him unconscious.
NEWS
Police brief 1/13/10
Two vehicles were robbed between 6 and 10 p.m. on Jan. 8 at Ramp 4, near the Kellogg Center, MSU police Sgt. Florene McGlothian-Taylor said.
NEWS
Enos introduced as CMU head coach
Former MSU running backs coach Dan Enos was named the head football coach at Central Michigan on Tuesday. Enos, who served as the running backs coach under MSU head coach Mark Dantonio for the past three seasons, was introduced in a press conference.
NEWS
Projected 2011 deficit likely to hit higher education funds in Mich.
No further funding cuts will be needed this fiscal year for universities, public schools or city governments, but next year’s projected state budget shortfall likely will be detrimental to higher education funding, economists said.