Elizabeth Perry chose not to play the field. In fact, she's engaged to her first and only boyfriend. Her fiance, Keith Ivkovich, proposed two months ago after two years of dating.
During my senior year of high school, I was faced with many serious issues. But I received the most commentary on only one, and it did not involve scholarships, college applications or summer jobs. Having been in a relationship since my junior year of high school, I was suddenly informed by my peers that I had a decision to make: To break up or not to break up?
The International Opportunities Fair will be held from noon to 5 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 24, on the second floor of the Union. Students will receive information about internships, volunteering, teaching and working abroad from 50 MSU international units and external organizations. Students do not need to register, and dress is casual. For more information, visit http://studyabroad.msu.edu.
More than just warm outerwear, the right coat is a fall wardrobe staple. Everything from long trench coats to military-inspired jackets are popular and can be worn for seasons to come. Coats for men: If you buy only one coat this fall, make it a peacoat.
I have never, in my entire six years as an MSU student, been more disappointed after a game. I'm sure you're all nodding your heads in agreement, thinking you know exactly what I'm talking about.
U.S. Rep. Mike Rogers says he will pursue alternative energy and reforming health care if re-elected by Michigan voters on Nov.7. Serving as Michigan's 8th Congressional District representative in Washington, D.C., since 2000, Rogers said despite the work he's done in his term, there's more to do. The federal government reported a 4.6 percent national unemployment rate, 6.1 million jobs created in the last three years and the nation's deficit was cut in half, Rogers said. Michigan's unemployment rate is about 7.1 percent. "If you look at the national economy, Michigan is way behind," he said.
Gov. Jennifer Granholm maintained her edge over Republican Dick DeVos in the final gubernatorial debate Monday, keeping an improved challenger at bay. That's the consensus of an eight-person panel compiled by The State News to watch Michigan's third gubernatorial debate. The panel is made up of four moderates, two Democrats, one Republican and one independent. Although DeVos wasn't too specific about anything he said, his delivery and general performance significantly improved from the first debate, said Charles Ballard, an economics professor. "This time he is almost as good as Granholm," he said. Throwing punches in the air and chuckling throughout the evening, the panelists noted DeVos' choice to wear glasses, which reflected the TV studio's lights. Ross Emmett, a James Madison associate professor, said they might have helped DeVos shy away from squinting to read papers on the podium, which he did several times throughout the first two debates. "Maybe they are making sure he reads his notes," he said. Although she said DeVos' delivery improved, Emily Mixter, a political science junior and secretary for the MSU College Democrats, noticed DeVos was slouching while answering questions. Emmett said Granholm continually hit the point that DeVos couldn't explain where he would get an additional $1 billion to replace the $2 billion Single Business Tax. But just because DeVos' performance improved didn't mean what he said held more substance, said Bill Donohue, a communication professor. "It sounded like sound bites from his commercials," he said. When both candidates addressed the need to create jobs in Michigan, neither were specific about what type of jobs should be created, noted Brandon Knight, an economics senior. "They are very out of touch with what is going on," he said.
The MSU football team has received another verbal commitment from the class of 2007, this one from Mark Wetterer, an offensive lineman from Anderson High School in Cincinnati, Ohio. Prior to the season, Wetterer had offers from 12 Division-1 schools, including West Virginia and Maryland, according to the Cincinnati Enquirer. He is ranked 28th in the state of Ohio by recruiting service Rivals.com. The Web site also ranks him as a three-star recruit out of five.
U.S. Rep. Mike Rogers and Congress are protecting our borders. A few weeks ago, Rogers voted in favor of stopping illegal immigrants from crossing our borders, deporting violent illegal alien gang members and stopping individuals from building tunnels under the ground near borders.
East Lansing is easing up on drunkards who wander into the wrong house. Currently, wandering into someone else's home after a night of drunken debauchery can send someone to jail with a felony charge on his or her criminal record. But if the City Council amends a few city laws at its meeting tonight, East Lansing's lushes could instead stagger away with a fine or 90-day misdemeanor. This way, the police department can forward the information to the East Lansing city attorney, and any cases will be handled on a local level, instead of going to circuit court. Police now have to fill out paperwork for the Ingham County Prosecutor's Office and wait for charges to be issued for these cases. "It streamlines the paperwork," East Lansing Deputy police Chief Juli Liebler said of the amendment. There were about five instances of intoxicated people entering the wrong residence during Welcome Weekend, and it happens at least a couple of times each weekend, Liebler said. "We've had people come in and make themselves a sandwich or get in somebody else's bed," she said.
Junior outside hitter Ashley Schatzle was named the Big Ten Volleyball Player of the Week after leading the Spartans to wins against Michigan and Iowa. The honor is the first for an MSU volleyball player since the 2003 season. Schatzle averaged 6.5 kills per game and hit .423 for the week.
In their final debate, both Gov. Jennifer Granholm and Republican challenger Dick DeVos took the opportunity to entice undecided voters. Granholm took off with the first question, telling voters that if there were only one piece of legislation she could enact, it would be the 21st Century Jobs Fund. Granholm unveiled the first round of funding in September, which allocated more than $100 million to 61 research projects across the state that would grow into innovative technology businesses.
MSU is the first-time host for the National Association of Engineering Student Councils', or NAESC, Midwest conference. The conference is held annually to discuss improvements in engineering education. The MSU Student Engineering Council is a student government within the College of Engineering that works to discuss curriculum changes and is the representative body for student groups within the college, said Ana Maria Almonte, MSU Student Engineering Council president.
Kristen Nilo knows her boyfriend is taking the easy way out and, well, sometimes it kind of bugs her. He'll send her a text message that reads "I Love U." "I'm like, 'Come on, you can't call me and say it?'" he education sophomore said, smiling.
Another MSU football player is in trouble after being charged with assault and battery in connection with a Sept.
Proposed construction to Mayo Hall could raise more than dust. The hall's allegedly haunted basement, as well as the rest of the building, face a $10.5 million facelift that students worry could disrupt its spooky atmosphere. "We need to upgrade the electric system, plumbing, fire alarm system and redo bathrooms and furniture," said Angela Brown, University Housing director.
After surrendering 772 yards and 69 points combined in its last two losses, MSU's defense will get shaken up for Saturday's game against Northwestern. Most glaring are the position changes for two Spartans who have started every game in 2006.
Democratic U.S. Sen. Debbie Stabenow and Republican challenger Mike Bouchard debated the economy, the Iraq war, homeland security and Social Security on Sunday in their first televised debate for the U.S.
I would like to commend The State News for the coverage of the 2006 governor's race, but I offer one caveat to your debate coverage.
The summer before my freshman year, my Mom had one theme, though I don't know if she fully realized it.