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COMMENTARY

Any changes to 'U' tailgate not needed

I am a senior here at MSU. I am outraged at the idea of cracking down on the tailgating at the tennis courts, not because I want to party uncontrollably - trust me, I'm way past my prime - but because East Lansing and MSU have become so controlling over the rights of its citizens and students. Rape is a serious issue and to the victim our hearts go out, but tailgating is not the main reason for this happening - we have to look deeper.

NEWS

'U': Izzone tickets not in jeopardy

Laura Collins
September 22, 2004

MSU students who held men's basketball student tickets in the lower bowl prior to this season might not be affected by recent changes made to the student seating policy, an MSU official said Tuesday. Student seating at men's basketball games has recently consisted of two areas: a student cheering section called the Izzone and regular, non-Izzone student seating.

MICHIGAN

Fund-raiser benefits Great Lakes

Evan Rondeau
September 22, 2004

Michigan residents hoping to protect Great Lakes waters by eliminating harmful aquatic pests can now find a solution in the form of a decal. The simple, three-inch square decal goes on sale Oct.

MICHIGAN

Legislators mad about flier error

Evan Rondeau
September 22, 2004

A recent mix-up at the Secretary of State's office caused voter information fliers to be distributed prematurely, drawing anger and confusion from some state legislators. A line near the top of the flier read "Please be advised that you are not eligible to vote in the November 2, 2004 general election." The rest of the form had factually correct information for voters who recently moved. The form was mistakenly distributed to state branch offices in Battle Creek and Ann Arbor ahead of the Oct.

COMMENTARY

Wrong address

Addressing a council whose advice you've previously ignored is not necessarily a guaranteed method to smooth out worldly relations during an election year. President Bush spoke before the United Nations General Assembly on Tuesday about the importance of the world's role in defending the U.S.

SPORTS

Volleyball searches for outside left hitter as Big Ten season approaches

Wanted: An all-around MSU volleyball player to fill opposite side hitter duties which include providing a strong left side attack and consistent back court play. Must be good at passing, defense and serving. The MSU volleyball team (5-3) is searching its ranks for the left side attacker, or the "L2", and have yet to find a player to make the position their own as the Spartans head into the first week of conference play. "That is something this team has struggled with for the last few years is having a real consistent L2 player," head coach Chuck Erbe said.

MICHIGAN

Canines, owners enjoy a little paddle at Hawk Island

Lindsey Poisson Special for The State News Lansing - Great Danes, poodles, terriers, and dogs of different breeds and sizes from the Lansing area went for a dip at the beach Friday. As part of the Friends of Greater Lansing Dog Parks' biannual "Dog Paddle," held on Hawk Island County Park's beach, dogs and owners alike waded into the water to splash and socialize. "The dogs are playing and having fun and getting their exercise," said dog owner Jennifer Kirby.

MSU

Halls hold safety meeting after recent attacks

Lauren Phillips
September 22, 2004

In the days and weeks following an increase in reported sexual assaults on campus, MSU officials, student organizations and students say they're reacting by improving awareness and safety. About 75 students from Emmons and Butterfield halls attended a mandatory meeting on personal safety Monday night. "We wanted to educate students and allow them to ask the experts questions," Emmons Hall Resident Director Qiana Smith said. A majority of the attendees were men, said Jayne Schuiteman, personal safety coordinator for the MSU Women's Resource Center. "Female safety is not just a female issue," Sexual Assault Program counselor Barb Walkington said.

COMMENTARY

Wise up

Problems with tailgating at the tennis courts near South Complex and elsewhere are not a new concern.

COMMENTARY

Tailgate traditions supercede violence

We are students at MSU, and we are writing in response to the article entitled "Alleged rape prompts tailgating discussion" (SN 9/21). We feel this issue is a serious one, but officials are approaching the matter in an overly aggressive and unnecessary way.

NEWS

MIDDAY UPDATE: MEA opposes marriage amendment

Elizabeth Piet
September 22, 2004

The Michigan Education Association announced its opposition to Michigan's gay marriage constitutional amendment Wednesday because of negative effects it would have on the bargaining rights of public employees. The state constitutional amendment, known as Proposal 2, would define marriage as the union of one man and one woman.

FEATURES

Sex-oriented video game enjoyed by female

Let's get one thing straight - I am not a video gamer. I rarely ever play video games and I think the only game I ever beat in my entire life had to do with Mario and Luigi on cartridge Nintendo back in 1994.