MSU
Sparticipation links students to clubs
Rachel Plawecki was left with few choices for food when the dormitory cafeterias closed Tuesday for Spartan Spectacular.
MSU
Students struggle as tuition is increased to maintain budget
Students might have to shell out more cash for tuition this year after the MSU Board of Trustees decided in June to increase rates by almost $600 for the year to fit with the approved 2009-10 budget.
MSU
Job fair scheduled for next Wednesday at Spartan Stadium
Classes just started, but students can start searching for a part-time job or next summer’s internship Sept. 9 at the Earn, Learn and Intern Fair.
MICHIGAN
Metrospace to host 3D art exhibition
(SCENE) Metrospace will host a reception from 6-9 p.m. Sept. 11 to open its newest art exhibit, 3 Cities in 3D.
MICHIGAN
Filmmakers set to shoot Old Town
Lansing area filmmakers will be challenged to prove their love for Lansing’s Old Town in a 72-hour film competition starting Sept. 1
MSU
ASMSU seeking stronger connection with student body
The 46th session of ASMSU kicked off Saturday at a Student Assembly meeting at Patriarch Park, 1100 Alton Road, to appoint new representatives, outline the upcoming school year and discuss ways to increase the group’s campus presence.
MSU
'The Soloist' author speaks, inspires at Breslin Center
The author of “The Soloist,” Steve Lopez, came to inspire new Spartans to find passion at MSU on Monday morning at Breslin Center, as part of the university’s “One Book, One Community” program.
MICHIGAN
Grand River's 'cursed corner' to house new hopeful restaurant
At the intersection of East Grand River Avenue and Abbot Road is a corner property noted by local business owners for its ability to thwart success, but East Lansing resident Joe Conrad said he’ll challenge the reputation of 101 E. Grand River Ave. with today’s opening of his restaurant, Conrad’s College Town Grill.
FEATURES
Program director shows age is no obstacle for success
When Glenn Sterner graduated in 2004 from MSU with a bachelor’s degree in agriculture and natural resource communications with plans to attend graduate school, he didn’t know just how much more MSU would be showing up in his still very young career.
BASEBALL
Spartans baseball team announces recruits
The MSU baseball team announced that seven players have signed National Letters of Intent, giving the Spartans 14 student-athletes in their recruiting class.
VOLLEYBALL
Spartans beat No. 12 USC, win MSU Showcase
The Spartans volleyball team entered this weekend’s MSU Showcase with new faces, different opponents and a new outlook. But in the end, the result was the same.
SOCCER
Freeman hopes to help lead soccer team back to NCAAs
The State News caught up with MSU women’s soccer forward Cara Freeman on her small break from the workout room this week. Last year, the zoology junior started every game and was ranked third on the team in points and goals. This year, she has one goal and one assist in the team’s first two games.
ICE HOCKEY
Goaltender making transition into NHL
Former MSU goaltender Jeff Lerg was back on campus Aug. 19 to participate in MSU’s Pro Camp, which featured former Spartans who are playing professional hockey, including Justin Abdelkader, Drew Miller and Tim Kennedy.
FOOTBALL
Freshmen to lead running back corps this fall
Head coach Mark Dantonio announced the depth chart Tuesday for this year’s MSU football team, and there were some surprises.
FEATURES
Easy recipes to make in a dorm
So you’ve moved into your new apartment, but you can’t afford to order out. Try these easy recipes while still managing your new low-maintenance lifestyle.
FEATURES
'Taking Woodstock' slow, uninspiring
This year marks the 40th anniversary of the Woodstock music festival. It’s odd that a film celebrating the monumental event neglects the most important feature of the festival: music. You’ll see weed, sex and plenty of long hair, but no more than a hint of music here.
SPORTS
MSU starts season as top ranked Big Ten team
MSU field hockey coach Rolf van de Kerkhof was looking for a consistent start last weekend from his No. 8 Spartan squad as it began play.
SOCCER
Spartans' Big Ten repeat quest begins
In Saturday’s exhibition game against IPFW, the MSU men’s soccer team faced an unfamiliar situation. They were scored on.
SOCCER
Spartans' weapons wear down opponents
Tom Saxton knows opposing coaches don’t have to be rocket scientists to prepare for the MSU women’s soccer team.