There are millions of illegal immigrants in America. And if currently debated legislation is passed in the Senate, they could be on their way to becoming citizens.
A scoring error in SAT exams administered in October has granted new scores to more than 4,400 high school students nationwide, including about 50 students who applied to MSU. After two high school students requested their exams be rescored by hand in December, the College Board, a New York-based organization that administers the test, stumbled upon a larger problem — student scores were both underscored and overscored, said Brian O'Reilly, executive director of SAT information services at the board. All 495,000 exams taken on Oct.
A new development in downtown East Lansing could turn a local fraternity house into a parking lot. The Theta Delta Chi house, located at 139 Bailey St., behind Taco Bell, would be leveled as part of a three-way deal between the fraternity, the city and local developers. As part of the proposed deal, a city parking lot on the east side of Bailey Street would be turned over to developers David Krause and Doug Cron. Theta Delta Chi alumni have agreed to sell their house to Cron Management LLC, which is owned by Krause and Cron.
After losing 47 pounds while participating in the NBC weight-loss show "The Biggest Loser," Amelia Stephens said she hopes to inspire people to make their own lifestyle changes. "If I can inspire one person to change their life, to exercise and eat better, then it was all worth it," said Stephens, a communication senior. Stephens participated with her family on the show, which she said was scheduled to air this month but was postponed until summer. She said women tend to neglect themselves and are usually the ones taking care of others. "We can't take care of anyone else if we can't take care of ourselves," she said. Stephens attended the Women's Health Fair on Tuesday afternoon at the Union. The fair was organized by the MSU Women's Resource Center in honor of Women's History Month. Jodi Roberto Hancock, educational program coordinator at the Women's Resource Center, said the fair is a way to raise awareness about physical health, relationship health, stress management and balancing work and family. "This fair is a way to show the resources that are available to women," Roberto Hancock said. She said women's health is important because women often are the main source of health information for their families. Roberto Hancock added that women also have often been left out of major medical research. "I just recently heard there was a 20- or 30-year study just following women and really trying to realize that women's bodies are different," Roberto Hancock said.
Dear Dr. D., Question — is it worth it to drink "low-carb" beer? L.C.
As a man formerly enlisted in Vietnam, I have to conclude that only an officer, or future officer, could come up with such egregious nonsense as Kathleen Polesnak's column, "Why I will go to war for this country" (SN 3/15). Air Force ROTC member Polesnak seems to feel that the military is all about bonhomie, brass buttons and singing the "Up in the Air, Junior Birdman" folk song. Of course, none of this is about her, even though she uses the personal pronoun "I" some three dozen times.
Each of these players in Michigan\'s bioeconomy answer the question, \"In your own words, what does the word "bioeconomy" mean?\" "In a strict sense, it is the commerce generated from bio-based fuels and chemicals like ethanol, vitamins, amino acids, foods and enzymes.
This week, sororities and fraternities engage in Greek Week festivities, but another group gathered last week — the "geeks." The Honors College Student Advisory Council collaborated with the Honors College Programming Board to put on "Geek Week." Honors College students enjoyed free bowling and a planetarium show, with a rigorous Trivial Pursuit tournament capping the week off.
Jaime Wilkins said she doesn't "struggle to get out of bed in the morning" because she loves going to work, regardless of any challenges she might face in the business world.
The 14th session of ASMSU's Academic Assembly gathered for the last time Tuesday evening to discuss lowering the cost of textbooks for students. ASMSU is MSU's undergraduate student government. The assembly unanimously passed a bill, created by Philip Moon, representative for the College of Communication Arts and Sciences for Academic Assembly, calling for affordable textbooks. "This bill is trying to drive down the costs of books," Moon said.
Donald Fagen's "Morph the Cat" embodies a toned-down version of Frank Zappa's goofy humor with a smooth, funky rhythm. The longtime co-leader of the jazzy, classic rock group Steely Dan released his third solo album March 14.
If you want to know what makes the men's NCAA Tournament so exciting, you need look no further than George Mason's upset victory over UConn on Sunday.
Name: Professor Donna Wang Department: Medicine Type of research: Studying a protein that could regulate blood pressure and heart disease Date of research: Wang has been studying this protein since 1998, and the project is ongoing. Basics of the project: The specific protein Wang is researching is present in sensory nerves, which allow people to feel pain, heat or cold. "What we are trying to define is (how) to assign a new role for this protein," Wang said. "We believe this protein plays a role in cardiovascular regulation or the control of blood pressure." Wang and six other MSU researchers from several fields of study across campus, including engineering, biochemistry and pharmacology, is developing molecular and animal models to research the protein, she said. With these models, the researchers can see the protein's effect at the cellular, tissue and organ levels of animals and humans, and they eventually will be able to study the effect on the entire body, Wang said. "Once we know more about the molecular structure of this protein, it might help the future design of a novel drug," she said. Social impact of research: Wang's research could lead to the development of a medicine that uses the protein to treat heart-related problems, Wang said. "It will certainly be conceivable that those drugs may be used for the treatment of hypertension and other cardiovascular diseases," she said. Grants and funding: The project receives funding from MSU, the National Institutes of Health, the American Heart Association, the Michigan Life Sciences Corridor and various pharmaceutical companies.
Lansing — After almost two hours of comments from Lansing residents, the Lansing City Council decided to review Mayor Virg Bernero's proposed budget for two weeks before making a decision on possible cuts. "We will read the material and listen to the people and look into every consideration to maintain a balanced budget," council President Harold Leeman said. In his proposal, Bernero said he will not raise taxes or cut staff from the fire and police departments — although many other changes will have to be made to trim the city's $11 million deficit, including cutting city jobs and raising fees for Potter Park Zoo. Bernero was frank when presenting his proposal. "The budget will not please anyone," Bernero said.
Lead singer Stephen Pedersen seems to be going through a therapy session rather than making a rock album. But is Criteria trying to make a rock album?
More than 1,500 teachers in the Detroit Public Schools protested in a way that would show their unhappiness with the school district Wednesday.
The number of serious crimes in East Lansing last year was the lowest in the past decade, but the number of other offenses, such as disorderly conduct and speeding, have increased, according to East Lansing crime statistics released Monday. The decrease in serious crimes follows a national trend.
The fall season is filled with big names and a wide variety of musical styles at the Wharton Center.