Gnarls Barkley debut lives up to expectations
"Gnarls Barkley is crazy." Those four words have been plastered across the Internet for months.
Biased professor in dire need of diversity training
I thank you for your editorial chastising of Professor Indrek Wichman ("Poor choice, professor," SN 4/27). One hardly expects sweeping stereotypes and unbridled bias from a university professor, whose education should have provided a more nuanced grasp of human history and civilization. All large groups have criminal elements.
'Poseidon' offers audiences thrills
"Poseidon" is a disaster movie, a genre that is as commonly seen during the summer as cold weather forecasts are seen during the winter.
Under the weather
With the cover of clouds and under a steady downpour, the 2006 Track and Field Big Ten Outdoor Championships took place on campus this weekend, bringing equal amounts of competitive energy, high spirits and personal agony. Teams from across the Big Ten gathered on Ralph Young Field to compete to see who would be crowned the champion. Despite the bad weather, many of the competitors were excited for the start of the tournament and the fact it was held at MSU. "The facilities here are real good," said Steve Meyers, a Penn State junior competing in the shot-put and discus.
Blues Brawl provides live music, competition
The fourth annual Capital Area Blues Society Blues Brawl will be held at the Green Door Blues Bar, 2005 E.
Beware: NSA collects your phone calls
It all began with the Patriot Act. The Bush administration started prying into our personal information in an effort to detect early signs of domestic terrorist activity by looking at our private lives.
'Art School Confidential' portrays bloody, comedic picture for viewers
Picture some colorful art students in the midst of a murder mystery, and voilá, the canvas is set for John Malkovich's latest flick — "Art School Confidential." The movie isn't quite a masterpiece, but it does have plenty of laughs and a plot that's about as lively as a Jackson Pollock drip painting. At times, the film seems very disjointed between scenes and kind of random.
Improved Opinion Page doubles as new friend, medium to share perspective
Reader, that's you, I want to introduce you to something. Right here before your very eyes is The State News Opinion Page. Are you excited yet? As the new opinion editor, I feel it is my duty to make sure you, the reader, and this page have a good relationship. In the hope of creating a better reading experience for you, the Opinion Page has a new face this summer.
MSU community is smart, knows Nazis are bad, evil
Courtney Couvreur's column "SN coverage overly sympathetic to Nazi cause; harms community" (SN 4/28) is flawed in two respects.
WEB EXTRA: Local restaurant closes after more than 200 get sick
By Justin Kroll The State News Bravo! Cucina Italiana restaurant voluntarily closed its doors Thursday night after more than 200 customers contacted the Ingham County Health Department saying they had gotten sick after eating at the restaurant. Both the health department and spokespersons for the restaurant have confirmed that there is no sign of what has caused this problem, and an investigation is underway. Pamela Ritz, spokeswoman for Bravo!
WEB EXTRA: Drenth named men's track and field coach
By Justin Kroll The State News Interim coach Walt Drenth, was introduced as the new men's track and field coach Thursday at the indoor facility in Jenison Field House.
WEB EXTRA: Hearing adjourned for men charged in Hubbard Hall incident
Preliminary examinations for two of the three men arrested in connection with the alleged assault in Hubbard Hall on Feb.
WEB EXTRA: College dissolved during board meeting
After a 110 year legacy, the College of Human Ecology will no longer appear on student diplomas. Programs within the college have been paired with other colleges at MSU to better accommodate faculty and students and to offer more career opportunities. The MSU Board of Trustees approved to dissolve the college at their Friday meeting.
WEB EXTRA: 'Conversation' reveals life of Motown mogul
By Erik Adams The State News MSU welcomed Berry Gordy to campus Thursday night for an evening of education, entertainment and conversation with the Motown Records founder.
WEB EXTRA: Motown founder helps seniors say goodbye to MSU
As "Pomp and Circumstance" echoed from the MSU Symphony Orchestra, Spartans donning green robes and caps flooded Breslin Center.
WEB EXTRA: The State News sits down with MSU's senior diversity advisor for Q&A
This school year saw racially charged events in residence halls and a growing concern about an initiative that could eliminate affirmative action agencies. As it draws to a close, many on campus hope the issues they have highlighted will continue to spark dialogue in the MSU community. Paulette Granberry Russell is one of those people. As the senior advisor to MSU President Lou Anna K.
Eyeing the next level
During this weekend's NFL Draft, you'll hear familiar names like Reggie Bush, Matt Leinart and Vince Young called early in the first round. But for MSU fans, there could be other recognizable names in this year's draft.
Officials to decide college's name
The new residential college in the arts and humanities already has an acting dean selected and its curriculum approved — but no official name. University officials said the college won't receive a formal name anytime soon, since it won't open for another 16 months, but they are looking at options. "It probably is, at this point, just important to give it some time and spend some time thinking about it because once colleges are named, they don't very often get renamed," said June Youatt, associate provost for undergraduate education and dean of undergraduate studies. Construction begins May 8 on the residential college, which will be housed in Snyder and Phillips halls.
Silenced students
Sometimes silence can say a lot. The national Day of Silence was celebrated on Wednesday across the country.