MICHIGAN
E.L. Film Contest winners announced
The East Lansing Film Festival 48/5 Film Contest wrapped up Monday night after the films were screened for the public in Wells Hall.
FEATURES
Bleak outlook for hollywood in near future
There have been rumors of a “Jurassic Park IV” in the works for years now and the project seemed all but dead after producer Frank Marshall said a new “Jurassic Park” was a long shot — but apparently there’s still some hope for the project.
ICE HOCKEY
Newcomers learn about rivalry
With nine freshman on the No. 13 MSU hockey team’s roster, most of the rookies don’t know what they are getting into this weekend when the team travels to Yost Ice Arena on Friday night to face No. 6 Michigan.
FOOTBALL
Big targets becoming popular for Spartans
The MSU football team’s tight end position was considered to be strong when this season began. But early in the year, the talent didn’t seem to be used to its full potential.
COMMENTARY
Olin official responds to editorial board claims
It was disappointing to read the State News editorial Olin should give doctor’s note to sick students.
COMMENTARY
Experiences to be had across U.S.
As my May graduation date looms ever closer, I can’t help but think about more than a few regrets about my college experience so far. Sure, I wish I had studied more for a few tests, enrolled in — and dropped — another class or two, and pursued closer relationships with a few of my favorite professors.
COMMENTARY
Students deserve to know cost of ASMSU retreat
Please believe us: We actually don’t enjoy calling out ASMSU. As MSU’s undergraduate student government, ASMSU serves an important function on campus. However, as long as the group continues to make major missteps, we would be failing in our purpose if we did not draw attention to it.
NEWS
Police brief 11/10/09
A 25-year-old Grand Rapids man reported finding $500 of damage to his vehicle Wednesday, MSU police Sgt. Florene McGlothian-Taylor said.
NEWS
MSU to endure operational changes, cuts
Dealing with budget cuts will include operational changes at MSU, in addition to the announced proposals of program and department cuts.
NEWS
Kidnapping charge dropped for Higuchi
An MSU instructor who was facing life in prison after having sex with a 13-year-old girl instead will be tried on charges carrying a maximum prison sentence of 15 years, a judge decided Monday.
BASKETBALL
MSU basketball defeats Grand Valley State in 23-point win
In the final dress rehearsal before Friday’s regular season opener, the No. 2 MSU men’s basketball team looked mostly like a team still trying to find its rhythm following a 76-53 victory Monday against Grand Valley State.
NEWS
H1N1 vaccine supply limited
An itchy throat, a deep cough, a high fever: just a few signs that flu season has arrived. And as more people fall as casualties to the common seasonal flu and the H1N1 virus, MSU and Ingham County are continuing to fight off a national pandemic.
MSU
Discussion to focus on child treatment
More than 150 researchers and educators will participate in a three-day international conference aimed at examining ethical treatment of children slated to occur Nov. 11-13 at the Kellogg Center.
MSU
MSU to host annual film festival Nov. 17
The University Activities Board and JanSport will host the Telluride Mountainfilm Festival at 7 p.m. Nov. 17 in the Erickson Hall Kiva.
MICHIGAN
New cigarette law could reduce fires
Fires could be reduced by a new cigarette law that will take effect Jan. 1.
MICHIGAN
(SCENE) Metrospace to host cd release
Local music lovers can head to (SCENE) Metrospace, 110 Charles St., on Nov. 19 for an evening of music and an album release party for Lansing native singer/songwriter Sam Corbin.
MICHIGAN
Area food bank hosts fundraiser
Community members can “take a stand against hunger” by participating in the Greater Lansing Food Bank’s 27th annual envelope drive.
MSU
5th annual Israel Fest showcases various subcultures
Although Jewish people are united under one religion, the country of Israel boasts a variety of subcultures that were on display Monday night at the Union.
MICHIGAN
Warm weekend weather to aid soybean, corn crops
Students and area residents have been given a brief respite from the coming winter during the past few days because late-summer-like temperatures.