Detroit - Democratic presidential candidate John Kerry took the stage at Wayne State University on Friday to unveil to community and labor leaders his plan to create 10 million new jobs in the country. Kerry, who received a standing ovation as he emerged with Gov.
An MSU faculty group that hasn't met in eight years and hasn't voted in more than 15 could convene to discuss two issues many say need more faculty input. The Academic Senate, a division of Academic Governance, could meet in mid-April if members of the Executive Committee of Academic Governance call the meeting.
By the end of "Jersey Girl," it's hard not to feel a bit sore from being milked for an hour and a half.
Led by senior pitcher Jessica Beech, the MSU softball team launched its home season with a convincing sweep of Valparaiso on Saturday at Old College Field. The Spartans (17-10) made just one error and registered 15 hits and three home runs in the doubleheader. "These are the things we need to do," head coach Jacquie Joseph said.
In the foyer of LH Grille Room, a large blackboard perched on the front wall displays the names of dozens of available beers and wines inscribed in bright, chalky colors. It has been just more than a week since those names were first written, when the restaurant, along with the adjoining Lou & Harry's Five Star Deli, received a long-awaited state liquor license. In the short time since spirits were added to the menu, owner Harry Saites said he already has noticed an upward swing in business. "Our dinner crowd, from 7 to 11 has already increased," Saites said. The approval comes after months of city and state approvals that Saites said he's glad he's finally done with.
Police are continuing to investigate two alcohol-related accidents that occurred in the city on Friday and Saturday.East Lansing police Capt.
Despite an unscheduled double-header against Western Illinois, the MSU baseball team pulled out two victories - including one shutout - on Saturday at Kobs Field. The first game was a shutout with a score of 14-0, while the second game was neck-and-neck, with two runs in the bottom of the ninth leading to an 8-7 win.
In front of a Breslin Center crowd that was buzzing with anticipation Saturday, Drew Neitzel, MSU's point guard of the future and recently-crowned Mr. Basketball of Michigan, scored 36 points and showed why he could be the missing ingredient for the Spartans next season. It was the biggest game of Neitzel's high school career, and it was on the biggest stage.
With seven months left until the presidential election, the likability of Massachusetts senator John Kerry has finally expanded past whether a voter enjoys snowboarding or not. We kid.
The show Bob Dylan played at the Philharmonic Hall on Oct. 31, 1964, yielded what is arguably one of the best bootleg live recordings of his career.
It's funny that Democrats get angry when they're called tax-and-spend liberals. They have worked so hard to avoid being labeled that way, but their record shows otherwise.
Over the past few months while on the treadmill at IM Sports-East, I have been in the position of being able to watch passersby going about their business.
I was reading The State News in the midst of checking my e-mail, and I found Melissa Gullickson's letter titled "Riot punishment for exposure too harsh" (SN 3/26). In it, she claims the punishment her friend received last year was harsh.
The Council of Graduate Students elected Carl Newman as its new president and appointed a new executive board to serve for one-year terms on March 17. Newman, former COGS treasurer, said he plans to expand the council's presence at MSU. "In general, I would like to make COGS more visible on campus and try to differentiate between graduate students and undergraduates," Newman said.
The Lansing Civic Players' rendition of "Steel Magnolias" should instead be titled "Mush Magnolias." Opening this past weekend at the Hannah Community Center, 819 Abbott Road, the 1980s drama, filled with bits of bland comedy, had a strong cast worthy of their demanding Southern roles.
Minors caught in possession of alcohol more than once who don't follow court orders could face jail time if a bill passed Thursday by the state House is signed into law. Under the bill, minors who drink could face up to 30 days in jail on their second offense, but only if they fail to pay the $200 fine and comply with probation.
The 6-year-old Student Greenhouse Project received support from ASMSU's Student Assembly on Thursday night after representatives realized their constituents agreed with the plan for a biodome on north campus. Assembly members debated the bill heavily, pointing out that it could contradict a year-old plan passed by ASMSU's Academic Assembly that outlines a brick amphitheater in the same location, south of the Old Horticulture Building.
The Eli Broad Graduate School of Management has joined a nonprofit organization that focuses on increasing applications from underrepresented ethnic minority students pursuing masters' degrees in business administration. Management Leadership for Tomorrow is a New York-based organization that provides one-on-one interview coaching, admission test preparation classes, financial planning and school information for students.
Two Capital Area Transportation Authority representatives met with members of the Council for Students with Disabilities last week to listen to concerns about bus service. "We just wanted to establish an ongoing relationship with this committee," CATA Paratransit Manager Sharon Blowers said.