NEWS
Rivalry continues for ex-'U', U-M foes
Two years ago, they would've hated each other. Now, they only have to hate each other one week of the year.Former MSU standout tailback T.J.
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U-M fans not worth this column
It should only take a second to dismiss you, Wolverweenies. Light up Spartan Stadium's scoreboard and put me on the clock for a single tick - that's all you're worth. Oh, get uncomfortable.
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'Blood battle' drives teams
Instead of leading MSU to another last-second win over Michigan last season, senior quarterback Jeff Smoker wasn't on the field. He wasn't even in uniform as he watched only parts of the Spartans' 49-3 loss in Ann Arbor last season.
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RUBI celebrates Halloween candy fiends
Eating large amounts of Snickers candy bars or Reeses Peanut Butter Cups this Halloween is OK, says one Olin Health Center student organization. Respecting and Understanding Body Image, or RUBI, a group that works to promote positive body image and increase eating disorder awareness, distributed fliers this week urging students not to worry about how much candy they eat this weekend. The flier stated "It's the fun that counts, not the calories - enjoy food and celebrate yourself." "You don't need to worry about calories and you don't need to worry about fat," said Erin Ruth, RUBI president and nutritional sciences senior.
NEWS
After long struggle, Smoker reclaims spotlight during Spartans' dream season
Turmoil has come and gone, and as the light begins to shine again on senior quarterback Jeff Smoker, he is climbing his way back to the top of the college football world. His next big step will take place when the Spartans face Michigan in his final matchup with their in-state rival on Saturday. After entering college as a starry-eyed, intimidated 19-year-old, Smoker began his first ascent as quarterback, starting six games his freshman season and 11 games his sophomore year before his world began to fall apart. With national hype abounding and the weight of a university on his shoulders, Smoker folded.
COMMENTARY
Izzone campers behaved just fine
The students who camped out with the Izzone two weekends ago were a well-mannered and good group. There were no incidents whatsoever.
SOCCER
Women's soccer heads to Colorado Springs
The MSU women's soccer team will be in Colorado Springs this weekend, to face off in two non-conference matchups.
COMMENTARY
Halloween's best trick, treat comes from spooky ghost tale
My downloaded Halloween screensaver politely informed me that today is Oct. 31. I quickly flashed back to the tacky costumes I adored making for Halloween during my childhood.
NEWS
Officials: Kresge shooting in self-defense
An MSU police officer was justified in shooting a suspect who charged her while breaking into Kresge Art Center on Sunday, officials said Thursday.A review of the incident showed that the officer, Elizabeth Riggs, was acting in self-defense when she opened fire on Verdine Josey, Ingham County Prosecutor Stuart J.
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Eagle released back to wild
Five people gathered around an outdoor holding cage behind MSU's Veterinary Medical Center on Thursday morning to watch as an injured symbol of American freedom - and the center's latest patient - checked out of the center to be released back into the wild.
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Sparty Watch
Sparty on. About 40 members of MSU's glee club gathered Thursday afternoon in the autumn twilight to sing the "Michigan State Fight Song" in front of "The Spartan." With chants of "Sparty on," the group crowded the statue, located between Chestnut Street, Red Cedar Road and Kalamazoo Street.
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'U' to celebrate cultural events
Once they get some rest after a night of haunting on Halloween, MSU students and Lansing area residents will have an opportunity to celebrate different cultures. Seoul Train and The Great Lakes Anishnaabek Traditional Pow Wow will both be held Saturday. Korean Students United will present Seoul Train at 8 p.m.
NEWS
Wins are nice, but next step for Smith is Big Ten crown
Every year, MSU fans get amped up for the Michigan game; there's no doubt about that. But this year, there's an extra buzz.
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City council to review ASMSU noise policy changes
ASMSU officials will address East Lansing officials with recommendations for changes to the city's party-noise ordinance at the next council meeting.Members from MSU's undergraduate student government passed a bill during a Student Assembly meeting Thursday night to present five clarifications and revisions to the policy.
COMMENTARY
Celebrate home team with class
I am part of the MSU community. I graduated from MSU, and I've chosen to make my home, raise my children and have my career here in East Lansing.
COMMENTARY
Rivalry
Go green, go white or go home. Saturday's game is unlike any other Spartan-Wolverine matchup from the recent past.
SPORTS
No. 5 field hockey faces tough Buckeyes
Despite a disappointing loss to Michigan earlier this season, the MSU field hockey team has come out ahead of U-M in the latest poll released this week. MSU is No.
NEWS
Shops prep for gameday rush
In honor of this weekend's matchup between MSU and the University of Michigan, Roly Poly's Filet of Wolverine Roly will be served on Saturday just in time for kick-off. To prepare for a busy football weekend between the two rival schools, Roly Poly, 623 E.
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Midland native awarded microbiology fellowship
Microbiology senior Carole Kuehl of Midland was awarded the American Society of Microbiology Undergraduate Research Fellowship. Kuehl is one of 31 students granted the opportunity to conduct full-time summer research at their institution with an American Society for Microbiology mentor and present the results at the 2004 society general meeting in New Orleans. Each recipient is awarded a $2,500 stipend, one-year student membership in the society and reimbursement for travel expenses to the general meeting. Kuehl and her mentor, Vincent Young,, assistant professor of microbiology and molecular genetics, are studying inflammatory bowel disease. For more information on this fellowship visit www.asm.org.
NEWS
Students pledge to act responsibly
Hundreds of students have signed a pledge to celebrate responsibly this weekend when MSU meets its cross-state rival at Spartan Stadium. Green cards emblazoned with the words, "I pledge to celebrate responsibly and show my Spartan spirit through positive actions!" were stapled together to spell "MSU" on a bulletin board in the Holmes Hall cafeteria this week. Students signed the pledges, which were distributed Monday, as one of the many ways the MSU community is preparing for a safe weekend. Perhaps the most important football game of the season - the MSU and U-M matchup - comes one day after Halloween.