State might aid pharmacies with new bills

Lansing - Below a blinking black-and-red sign displaying the phrase, "We're glad to see you," John Rocco waited patiently Tuesday while pharmacists at the Apothecary Shop filled his prescription. Catching a glimpse of the pharmacy's owner, Rocco cheerfully greeted the man by his first name. The owner, Dan McNamara, immediately recognized his customer and returned the greeting. In an age when many people opt to get their pharmaceuticals from anonymous professionals at large chain pharmacies or by mail, such familiar pharmacist-customer relationships seem to be a rarity.

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Telescope brings 'U' new vision

MSU astronomers soon will be able to look 10 billion to 15 billion years into the past with the push of a button and the new SOuthern Astrophysical Research, or SOAR, telescope. MSU joined with the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, the National Optical Astronomy Observatories and several universities from Brazil to fund the $43 million project located on the western edge of the Andes Mountains in Chile. On Saturday, the completed telescope will capture its "first light" during a dedication ceremony at 7 p.m.

Don't assume disabled always need help, capable on their own

The girl holding the door open for me looked horrified. I was going to class in Holden Hall, and I noticed as I got closer to the door that she had been holding it open for me for a good two minutes. "I can get the door myself, you know," I told the girl as I maneuvered my wheelchair through the door. Her response?

APASO represents all Asian Americans

This letter is in reference to the article "ASMSU funds Indian show" (SN 4/14). I wanted to fully clarify the concerns of the Asian Pacific American Student Organization, or APASO. First, APASO supports all programs and events that educate communities on Asian-American culture/histories.

15 miles of fame

Nate Daniels lives life a little more dangerously when filming movies. For seven weeks of his past summer, he and Greg Adaline could be found darting in and out of karaoke bars and riding around downtown Detroit on the People Mover at 2 a.m. "I ran in and got as much footage as I could before they kicked me out," the underage Daniels said about filming in karaoke bars.

Lumping liberals as intolerant is wrong

I am writing in response to Matthew Coleman's letter "Liberal outcry over Rice waste of breath" (SN 4/15). I was very surprised to read a letter in which Coleman neglected to address any specific examples of "liberal outcry" on campus to substantiate his claims.

Bands set for friendly battle in 'U' contest

The time to shine for local bands is tonight at the second annual Battle of the Bands. Due to the phenomenal success of last year's show, the International Center is expected to be packed when doors open around 9 p.m. The event is presented by the University Activities Board and will feature 10 bands performing original tunes from genres including punk, funk, jam, rock and retro blues.

'Mushroom Club' unites, works below radar to build solid Spartans' foundation

There's an undeniable irony in nicknaming an offensive line - whose members all stand 6 feet 3 inches or taller and weigh at least 270 pounds - after a fungus that goes mostly unnoticed. But when one begins to understand the sacrifice and underappreciation an offensive lineman experiences, the "Mushroom Club" moniker MSU's offensive line goes by makes more sense. "We're the first ones to get blamed and the last ones to get a pat on the back," junior left tackle Stefon Wheeler said.

True signs that you had too much

On occasion, people will drink more than they can tolerate. That is especially the case at MSU, where partying is second nature to most.

Questionable

For those of you who tuned in to FOX Tuesday night to watch the final eight American Idols strut their stuff, you're very well aware that a presidential press conference replaced the show.

'Vol. 2' a satisfying return

Note: This review could contain minor spoilers for those who haven't seen "Kill Bill: Vol.

Relax, Eco

With the Board of Trustees' proposal to spend $30 million on expanding the power plant, campus group Eco needs to get a grip. Eco is upset because the university has decided to convert from coal usage to natural gas, instead of converting to a renewable energy.

Editorials amusing, well-done this year

Usually, when I've written The State News, it is to disagree with an official editorial or to poke barbs at Andrew Goetz, the scholarly grand pooba of the MSU Democrats, but I find myself shockingly compelled to write in praise of the current editorial staff. They have produced some fine literature with this paper's praise of the debate team's representation of "this little public cow college that could" and how it stuck it to the preppy kids. The State News' opinion on National Security Adviser Condoleezza Rice's impending visit was fair and funny, and the analysis that "this arguably is the most important speaker since the day Slick Willy wore a graduation robe here and probably creeped out some co-eds" is just damn good writing. Jason Miller political science junior

Week celebrates identity

MSU's Pride Week kicks off Friday with a series of events to celebrate and educate the campus community about lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender identities. "We take time to recognize LGBT identities and the courage it takes to be out in a society that still is ridiculously homophobic," said Jon Hoadley, a social relations and women's studies junior.

MIDDAY UPDATE: Dedication ceremony kicks off first co-owned telescope for 'U'

MSU astronomers soon will be able to look 15 billion years into the past with the push of a button and the new SOuthern Astrophysical Research Telescope.On Saturday, the completed telescope will capture its "first light" during a dedication ceremony at 7 p.m.

Conservatives find creative way to push creationism in school

Our public schools are under attack from religious warriors crusading to inject creationism into science classes.

Rates of theft, destruction remain steady

With efforts made by MSU police officers, thefts from vehicles parked in campus lots have remained consistent over the years, despite a temporary reduction in lot surveillance by student volunteers. According to unofficial police records, about 32 larcenies occurred from vehicles parked in campus lots and ramps between Jan.

Forever linked

Becky and Linda can't stop gazing into each other's eyes as they sit on the couch in their cozy Lansing apartment.

Students' urban designs flaunted at Union

Tonight isn't about name brands, Abercrombie & Fitch, Gap or basic, everyday fashions you find at the mall.