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SPORTS

MSU hosts Fossum/TaylorMade invite

Eric Fish
April 29, 2005

The No. 21 MSU men's golf team hopes to conclude its regular season the way it started it - on a winning note. MSU head coach Mark Hankins credits much of the team's success to his five starters. Seniors Jimmy Chestnut, Andrew Ruthkoski, sophomores Mitch Pierce and Matt Harmon and freshman Ryan Brehm are the Spartans' starters that have been able to come through shooting low numbers this season, Hankins said. "I think in the past we've had two, three, maybe four guys, but we actually have all five guys that can really shoot a good number and when you have that it really makes you a dangerous team," he said.

COMMENTARY

Editing art

Imagine parents putting in the movie "Titanic" to entertain a young child while they go off to do work around the house.

COMMENTARY

Premise of column seemed like satire

I was pretty wary about writing in response to Scott Cendrowski's "Students should look to past protesters for ideas on causing change" (SN 4/28). I was hesitant because I honestly couldn't tell if the article was satire or not.

MICHIGAN

Menus offer healthier food

By Krista Reaves Special for The State News Many East Lansing area restaurants are following the nationwide trend of adding healthier selections to their menus, and students are taking advantage of these low-carbohydrate, low-calorie and low-fat options. Norman Hord, an associate professor in the Department of Food Science and Human Nutrition, said the offering of healthier choices at restaurants is "a step in the right direction." He suggested trying local restaurants that serve Mediterranean foods such as Woody's Oasis or any Chinese, Japanese or Korean restaurants. Woody's Oasis Bar and Grill, 211 E.

COMMENTARY

Evolution covers life on Earth only

In John Bice's recent article ("Creationism in schools at fault for nation's dwindling science skills" SN 4/25), I find it difficult to believe the inclusion of creationism in curricula accounts solely for student's decline in scientific performance.

MICHIGAN

Lansing to teach use of voting equipment

Jacqueline Wayneguite
April 28, 2005

The city of Lansing will hold an election simulation from 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. on Friday at Lansing City Clerk's election unit, 809 Center St., for voters to familiarize themselves with new voting equipment. Voters can get their questions answered on the new voting equipment before upcoming elections.

COMMENTARY

Battle plans

Almost a month after the April 2-3 disturbances, the clouds of confusion finally are dissipating to reveal the facts behind the police's plans and behavior.

MSU

Woody's, Villa Pizza to move onto campus

Tom Keller
April 28, 2005

Woody's Oasis, a local Mediterranean deli, and Villa Pizza, a New Jersey-based pizza chain, will replace Taco Bell and Wendy's in the International Center next year. Union manager Jim Sheppard said a contract has been signed with Woody's, and the rest should be completed shortly. "They're generally a sure thing, but it's not always guaranteed," Sheppard said.

NEWS

E.L. responds to reports

Lauren Phillips
April 28, 2005

As the 36 officers in Alpha Platoon were stationed in Cedar Village on April 2, they watched as thousands of people came out of the buildings at the end of the men's basketball game, police reports stated. The noise grew to "extremely loud" levels as more people poured out and surrounded the officers, East Lansing police Lt.

COMMENTARY

Student gov't

If MSU student John Fournier and alumnus Matthew Mitroka think they can usurp East Lansing City Councilmembers Vic Loomis and Bill Sharp, they better bring their A game. The political theory and constitutional democracy junior and current city Planning Commission member have quite a challenge in front of them.

MSU

Student engineers showcase designs

Josh Jarman
April 28, 2005

Capaciflectors, proximity sensors and retro-rockets might not take them back to the future, but some MSU students are finding they can lead to future careers. Students in the electrical and computer engineering senior design class will show off projects ranging from self-controlled robots to a new style of Mars rover during the annual Design Day, which starts at 9 a.m.

MSU

Take Your Child to Work Day on campus

Kristi Jourdan
April 28, 2005

"Take Your Child To Work Day" is on MSU's campus today. The target age group is from 8 to 14 years old. This year's theme is "Sharing Power & Possibility," which involves daughters and sons participating in work, family and community responsibilities.

NEWS

Hair, fashion show brings style to Wharton Center

Aaron Foley
April 28, 2005

At first, the tempo started off fast and the dancing was quick to the beat of such songs as Jennifer Lopez's "Get Right" and Amerie's "1 Thing." A woman stood at the front of the room yelling out commands to a confused group through a microphone. "You have to have this look that says 'I'm here,'" she said, stressing the importance of the looks on the group's faces.

NEWS

Alumnus visits as provost hopeful

Margaret Harding
April 28, 2005

Kim Wilcox's visit to MSU will be a his first in almost 30 years. The 1976 MSU graduate returns today as the fourth of five provost candidates. Wilcox is the dean of the College of Liberal Arts & Sciences at the University of Kansas.