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MICHIGAN

Suspects set to stand trial

Two men charged with the murder of Joseph Lavon Parker outside an East Lansing 7-Eleven will next stand trial at the 30th Judicial Circuit Court. Eric Charles Gordy and Hatarie Deamont McCorkle, both of Detroit, will also stand trial for eluding police following Judge Richard D.

SOFTBALL

Beech works through delays, sets records

The frustration was building as the rain delay continued and Jessica Beech began walking around the Oosterbaan Fieldhouse, at the University of Michigan, to kill time before game one of the Big Ten tournament. For Beech, a senior pitcher, this was to be her last Big Ten tournament and maybe her last game if the Spartans couldn't beat the top seed U-M on its home field.

NEWS

Students turn to IMs, gyms for exercise

Instead of falling into a sedentary lifestyle in college, students can take advantage of several opportunities to stay healthy, both on and off campus. Between the three IM Sports facilities on campus to membership gyms in the city or exercising on your own, it's easy to stay in shape, said Jonathan Kermiet, health educator at Olin Health Center and manager of the LIFE: Rx program. "Most students are capable of walking, running, biking, Rollerblading," Kermiet said.

NEWS

Sports tickets available online, in office

Student fans usually are the most active, dedicated and creative fans at a college sporting event. With a strong fan following in each of its three major sports, MSU is no different. Every year, thousands of students find their way to Spartan Stadium, Breslin Center or Munn Ice Arena and sacrifice their vocal cords in the name of MSU. Students' May 21 deadline to apply for MSU football season vouchers has passed, but that doesn't mean the opportunity for students to get season tickets is gone.

NEWS

Sports shorts

Field hockey Head coach: Michele Madison Home: Ralph Young Field Men's soccer Head coach: Joe Baum Home: Old College Field Women's soccer Head coach: Tom Saxton Home: Old College Field Men's cross country Head coach: Jim Stintzi Home: Forest Akers Golf Course Women's cross country Head coach: Jim Stintzi Home: Forest Akers Golf Course Baseball Head Coach: Ted Mahan Home: Kobs Field Softball Head coach: Jacquie Joseph Home: Old College Field Men's tennis Head coach: Gene Orlando Home: Indoor Tennis Facility Women's tennis Head coach: Tim Bauer Home: Indoor Tennis Facility Men's basketball Head coach: Tom Izzo Home: Breslin Center Women's basketball Head coach: Joanne P.

NEWS

Minor-friendly venues

Whoever told you the Lansing-area music scene sucks is an idiot. But I can understand how an ignorant person could come to such a conclusion.

NEWS

On-campus entertainment

There are plenty of things to do at MSU; this campus is huge - 5,192 acres to be exact. Of course you are here to get your learn on, but there also is a whole lot to explore on campus - sites that must be seen and free entertainment that must be taken advantage of.

NEWS

Study habits need to change from high school to college

Professors, tutors and students agree that changing study habits from high school to college is one of the biggest transitions freshmen have to make. "When coming to college, students really need to rethink and restructure what they know about studying," Arts & Letters Professor Maria Bruno said. Many students the biggest study adjustments from high school to college is the amount of work.

NEWS

Repairs, food raise challenges

Noisy neighbors, broken lights and cafeteria food that's less than appetizing. Living in the dorms presents new challenges for students living on their own for the first time, but there also are some easy ways to overcome them. When things break, it's up to the student to fix it or find someone who will.

NEWS

Izzone cheers for 'U'

There are grass skirts, a group of men with "green skin," green-and-white Afros, a chicken and egg and an assortment of scuba gear. No, it's not Halloween.

NEWS

E.L. City Council welcomes student voice

Every Tuesday evening, members of the East Lansing City Council meet at City Hall to discuss the issues and laws that affect the community. Residents and city officials are encouraged to voice their opinions on all matters the city tackles, from the mundane to the controversial. But often, the student voice is not heard - something that many members of the council hope will change as new members of the MSU community arrive. "East Lansing is their new home," Councilmember Beverly Baten said.

NEWS

Intramural sports offer fitness, variety

Many first-year college students fit into two categories. One group of students competed in varsity sports in high school, but can't in college due to the ever-increasing pressure and skill level of other athletes. The other group didn't participate in sports competitively in high school, but still kept in shape by going to the gym and getting involved in other types of physical activities. But all incoming freshmen can keep themselves fit by joining any number of intramural sports and clubs that are offered on campus. IM Sports-Circle, East and West offer memberships for students to use their facilities and offer classes for activities such as yoga, kickboxing and other aerobics.

NEWS

Details add flair to bare rooms

On move-in day, many freshmen will notice that the dorm room they've always dreamed of is nothing more than some shabby tiles, paste-colored walls, bare windows and wooden furniture - but not for long. Many students say they feel more comfortable after their room is decorated. "What I like best about our room is that it's our own personal space," said communication freshman Lindsay Dion, who lived in Phillips Hall.