Improv groups travel to MSU for show
MSU’s student comedic improvisation group, Your Mom Improv, and the University Activities Board, or UAB, are teaming up to present an evening of comic relief at 9 p.m. Saturday in the International Center.
Greeks' charity deserves more coverage than Cedar Fest riot
As I opened The State News on Monday morning, looking forward to reading articles on the accomplishments of the MSU greek community in the past week, I was absolutely disgusted when I did not find 1 inch of information about it. Instead of broadcasting an unprecedented accomplishment for the greek community and MSU as a whole, The State News pored over Cedar Fest.
Don't support animal cruelty; join SPAR in weekend protests
Starting 6 p.m. today and running through this weekend, Students Promoting Animal Rights invites East Lansing residents and MSU students to protest the university’s hosting of the Royal Hanneford Circus at Breslin Center. We will hold signs along Harrison Avenue to demonstrate our disapproval of hosting an act that is so cruel that it’s been banned in six countries and more than 50 cities worldwide.
National parks preservation must happen now
“Pave paradise and put up a parking lot” seems less like a catchy song lyric and more like a bleak reality. A report from the National Parks Conservation Association warns that Congress must spend about $100 million in land purchases during the 2009 fiscal year to help preserve the beauty of about 55 national parks.
Olympics doesn't outshine Issues
As of late, the Olympic torch has looked more like a celebrity being chased by paparazzi or a controversial politician on the run than a historic symbol of a global athletic competition. In Paris, Olympic officials extinguished the flame and put it on a bus to avoid the crowds before they canceled a leg of its tour of Paris. Before the torch arrived in San Francisco, daring protesters climbed the Golden Gate Bridge to unfurl a giant banner that read “One World, One Dream, Free Tibet.”
Candidates' debate choice disappointing, less crucial
In a country that prides itself on the separation of church and state, I was surprised to find that the Democratic candidates have turned down an opportunity to discuss science, but accepted one to discuss faith.
Police Brief 04/10/08
About $3,000 worth of damage was done to a gray 2008 Toyota Corolla parked outside Spartan Stadium sometime between 11 p.m. Saturday and 9:30 a.m. Sunday, MSU police Sgt. Florene McGlothian-Taylor said.
Project aims to mix residents, quell future disturbances
Efforts to revitalize the Cedar Village area aren’t being sped up following last weekend’s riot. East Lansing City Manager Ted Staton said the East Village project is a long-term solution that could prevent events such as Cedar Fest from occurring.
City Center II redevelopment moves forward to city council
After months of consideration, the East Lansing Planning Commission voted 7-2 Wednesday to forward a site plan proposal for the City Center II project to the East Lansing City Council.
Women's tennis team falls to Wolverines
Despite wins against Iowa and Minnesota last weekend, the MSU women’s tennis team couldn’t continue its streak as it suffered a 6-1 loss against Michigan on Wednesday at MSU Indoor Tennis Facility.
Student group connects Chaldeans
For Magen Atisha, there’s more to being Chaldean than tabouli and baklava. Being Chaldean is about family and faith, the prenursing sophomore said.
Union fights for LBGT benefits
The results of the Graduate Employees Union’s continued contract negotiations with MSU could set a precedent for whether the university offers its employees domestic partner benefits.
Medicinal marijuana may be on ballot
With a proposal to legalize medicinal marijuana sitting in the Michigan House of Representatives since March 5, legislators said it’s highly likely the issue is headed for the November ballot.
MSUFCU makes over students
In addition to bringing a diploma and four years of college experience to their new careers, two MSU seniors also will have about $4,000 of prizes in tow.
Tax-collecting student groups challenge draft
Several of MSU’s tax-collecting student groups are questioning a draft of an administrative ruling that defines financial practices groups must follow to continue collecting student taxes.
Coach stresses no pressure for regionals
No pressure. That’s the message MSU head coach Kathie Klages wanted to drill into the heads of her gymnasts before the team heads to Oregon to compete in the NCAA West Regional Tournament on Saturday.
Position battles fuel competitive practices
Spring camp has been so intense that sophomore wide receiver Mark Dell had absolutely no clue the skin under his eye was busted up and bleeding — needing medical treatment.
Breaking down road to Stanley Cup
There’s no doubt about it — my favorite time of the year is upon us. That’s right, it’s time for the Stanley Cup playoffs.