COMMENTARY
State cuts harm research initiatives
The proposed reductions in university funding constitute a serious, crippling attack on the research and education capabilities of the state.
NEWS
Though opponents create potential hazards along the Spartan road to victory
After fending off DePaul long enough to win the Coca-Cola Spartan Classic on Sunday, the No. 5 MSU men's basketball team's celebration lasted as long as the walk from the Breslin Center court to the locker room - a distance of about 60 feet.Waiting for them inside the locker room on the team's dry-erase board was the entire roster, starting lineup and game plan for No.
MSU
Selected graduation speeches focus on experiences, diversity
Two graduating MSU seniors were chosen to represent the class of 2003 at commencement ceremonies. History and sociology student Steven Serling and mechanical engineering student Karena Heikkila each will present a speech to the graduating class this Saturday at Breslin Center.About eight students submitted speeches to MSU's Senior Class Council to compete for the opportunity to address thousands of fellow classmates at graduation.Senior Class Council President Carrie Dietiker reviewed each application and decided Heikkila and Serling would be the best representatives for this year's class."They both had well-written speeches and were well-prepared and kept us interested in what they had to say," Dietiker said.
FEATURES
Fraternity sponsors breakthrough singer's tour
Pi Kappa Phi has been good to Ryan Cabrera, and now the Dallas-raised musician is giving back to the fraternity, which has supplied him with venues for a nationwide tour.Cabrera brings his pop sound to the Auditorium tonight, and all proceeds will benefit the fraternity's Push America organization, which collects money for people with disabilities.
NEWS
'Scoring machine' aims for trophy-filled year
Chris Hill came to MSU hoping to fill the offensive void left by former Spartans such as Mateen Cleaves and Jason Richardson.
MICHIGAN
Despite ruling, police will enforce MIP penalties
Ingham County Prosecutors are warning that police will continue to follow minor in possession laws that allow police to fine minors for refusing to take a breath test.Under current law, police can fine individuals younger than 21 a $100 fine if they refuse the breath test.But in a court opinion issued last week, U.S.
COMMENTARY
Candidate central
It's just a trickle now, but prepare for a flood. U.S. Rep. Dennis Kucinich, D-Ohio, a Democratic presidential candidate, will visit Hannah Community Center on Thursday to speak and answer questions. He will be the first of many presidential candidates to visit the area as caucuses and primaries approach. Make it a point to get out and see these candidates, hear their platforms, ask questions and understand the issues. Then, although it's been said many times before, get out and vote in the spring and definitely in November for the general election.
COMMENTARY
Vitale's ramblings hurt TV audience
The Nov. 25 marquee college basketball game at Allen Fieldhouse did not disappoint. Kansas and MSU battled closely to the finish line, and the Jayhawks pulled out a narrow victory, despite a gritty and determined effort by coach Tom Izzo and company.
COMMENTARY
Assert your identities, educate others before graduation
While studying with a friend two weekends ago, I got onto the subject of my quickly approaching graduation.
NEWS
Rowley anxious to prove worth on court after redshirt season
Delco Rowley has an itch, and it's not athlete's foot.He wants to get on the basketball floor and play.After a year of sitting on the bench, practicing and learning the plays, the redshirt freshman wants to show everyone what he can do this year.
NEWS
Tough schedule to bring March rewards
On the 14th day, Dr. James Naismith created basketball.The aforementioned statement is not a Biblical tale but is the genesis of the great game of basketball - or basket ball as it was called when it was invented - which has made MSU a go-to university for the future of our sports-obsessed culture.
MICHIGAN
Silent march makes noise for AIDS
Activists marched through East Lansing streets to the Union on Monday while wearing gags around their mouths to stop the silence that is involved with AIDS and HIV.More than 40 people participated in demonstrations, observances and other activities on campus and in East Lansing to recognize World AIDS Day.
NEWS
Tenacious Pagel leads 'U' to fast start
You could say senior forward Julie Pagel fills the shoes that keep the MSU women's basketball team on the right path. Aside from a few embarrassing moments, such as forgetting her shoes in a past game against Miami and having her shoes stolen in Oregon, Pagel has been the guiding feet to lead the Spartans in a hopeful run for a national championship. Pagel has started her senior season with impressive additions to her basketball résumé. She was voted MVP during the Spartan Classic Tournament Nov.
NEWS
National billing not yet earned
One word sums up MSU's basketball team - potential. And that, my friends, is an ugly word. Sure, the Spartans have three wins under their belts and have added more useless hardware to their trophy case after sweeping up at the Coca-Cola Spartan Classic. But Tom Izzo's team has begun each game in a slumber.
COMMENTARY
Abortion argument is utopian thinking
After reading numerous letters to the editor on the abortion debate, I, too, have decided to lend my voice to this issue.
NEWS
'U' opens 5-game road stint against Oklahoma State
As you were filling your belly with grandma's stuffing and watching football last week, the MSU women's basketball team slayed nationally ranked Notre Dame, handed a loss to Eastern Michigan and started running suicide drills and practicing free throws to prepare for the next three weeks of road games.The Spartans toppled then-No.
COMMENTARY
Cartoonist gives Opinion Page edge
Thank God for Nate Allen. He gives us alumni and many current Spartans, I'm sure, a reason to smile as we sift through the otherwise monotonous rants of the Opinion Page.Keep up the good work, Allen.Louis Rabaut2003 graduate
SPORTS
Pacers will win East because of Carlisle
Joe Dumars is a genius. On the court, he always knew when to sink a rainbow 3-pointer and now in the office, he is building the Detroit Pistons into a team that will be a powerhouse in years to come.But, in all the choices Dumars has made, one will stick out as far above the rest.
NEWS
Big Ten Predictions
Jon MalavoltiThe Big Ten is loaded with talented teams and super sophomores. Seven to eight teams should be dancing come March but might not fare well after a bruising conference schedule in January and February.
COMMENTARY
Awarenesss
While finding a cure for AIDS might not be just around the corner, education and awareness of the disease could put the world leaps ahead on the path to its eradication. Area organizations joined others around the globe Monday in commemorating World AIDS Day.