Letter writer is wasting his time

I just finished reading the letter to the editor "Uniforms without names need to go" (SN 10/3). Is this person crazy?

Uncle Ted uses human hunting, pig guts and camping to make reality television watchable

Well, it's finally happened. I've fallen into the ever-growing abyss that keeps swallowing masses of couch potatoes every week.

Valiant efforts

It is a refreshing sign of healthy activism that students are running for the East Lansing City Council.

Church leads adults, children to Capitol

Michigan-area United Methodist Church Bishop Linda Lee will lead a group of children and adults, who are interested in the impact poverty has on children, at 3 p.m.

Debate team come in 2nd at tournament

The MSU debate team placed second out of 41 schools at its first tournament of the season.The team competed in the Georgia State University National Debate Tournament from Sept.

top 11 current sports rivals

They're the joys of watching sports. You don't have to be a fan of either team to be awestruck by your television.

Fighting for Clarett

After MSU-DCL College of Law Professor Robert McCormick realized what he'd gotten himself into, it was too late - he was a Spartan alumnus and lifelong fan fighting to get a young Ohio State Buckeye into the NFL Draft one year early. "In early August, I got a telephone call from a reporter from ESPN in association with 'Outside the Lines,'" McCormick said.

2 Spartans awarded for play

For the third straight week, an MSU player was named the Big Ten Defensive Player of the Week. Spartans senior defensive end Greg Taplin recorded three sacks to lead the MSU defense in shutting down Indiana, 31-3. Taplin moved into second place in the conference in sacks along with teammate and junior defensive tackle Matthias Askew with six for the season.

'U' officials: McPherson won't lead Iraq mission

Several university administrators say they weren't aware of a report out of South Bend, Ind., saying MSU President M.

E.L. searches for committee members

The city of East Lansing is searching for residents to serve on advisory boards and commissions.Appointed residents will make decisions involving human and civil rights, city planning, housing ordinances, cable franchise renewal, parks and recreation, building and zoning appeals, public art placement and policies that affect students living in the city.Residents also may apply for a seat on the newly created Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee.

Police briefs 10/07/03

Despite wind, rain, 'U' enjoys homecoming activities

Biting winds, dark skies and stinging rain didn't dampen the spirits of hundreds of MSU students, alumni and residents as they lined the streets of East Lansing on Friday night to watch MSU's Homecoming Parade.The parade was one of several Homecoming activities last week for the MSU community.Sharon Radtke, a Homecoming committee member, said more than a year went into planning for the event, and canceling the parade simply because of bad weather wasn't an option because participants spent so much time on their floats.More than 100 volunteers directed participants and floats from 115 student organizations in a procession from the Hannah Community Center, 819 Abbott Road, to Bogue Street. "The parade went smoother than past years," Radtke said.

Spreading the wealth

Although MSU was not challenged by a weak Indiana team, it did accomplish one of its goals for this week. With Agim Shabaj nursing a shoulder injury and Ziehl Kavanaght out with an injured kneecap, the Spartans gave many of their secondary options, including Matt Trannon, Jason Randall, Aaron Alexander and Kyle Brown, a chance to make big plays in the Spartans' 31-3 win over Indiana (1-5 overall, 0-2 Big Ten). The major surprise was the involvement of Trannon, a sophomore, in the team's offense.

No amendment

Some state legislators need a heavy dose of reality. Despite the relentless crusade for equality for members of the lesbian, bisexual, gay and transgender community, some lawmakers are trying to reverse those efforts.

Eerie ball ends reading program

By Melissa Domsic Special for The State News Frankenstein and his bride boogied down Friday night as the "Monster Mash" blared through an eerily decorated ballroom. As a finale to the month-long festivities of East Lansing's One Book, One Community program, students, faculty and city residents came together for the Frankenstein Costume Ball held in the MSU Union.

Fans can't just come to games, need to be louder

I'm no good at math, plain and simple, so I have a formula for you to figure out. What does "fans stay entire game" plus "football team plays strong" equal? Two conference wins - just as many as MSU had all of last season. But that's where the flattery ends. Good for you - you are an improved fan who decided to stay long enough to see Jeff Smoker throw Frisbees to Zeke the Wonder Dog. I admit, I was impressed to see the student section withstand a late rain during the Iowa game and poor play from Indiana all game this past Saturday, but there's still insurmountable room for improvement. First, let's try and get to the game on time.

Dean's economic plan is visionary

In regards to Tim Phelps' letter

Artist's mixed work displayed

Karl Wegener has had trials and tribulations both good and bad. From these, he has not only recreated every piece of art he's made, but he's also learned from each experience. Opening today in the Kresge Art Center's Gallery 114 is Karl Wegener's exhibit of creative works ranging in every medium from illustrations to photography. "The cartoons (also dubbed Karltoons) are the most fun," Wegener said.

$35 million grant awarded to 'U' for K-12 improvement in math, science

A $35 million grant announced Thursday will allow a team of 50 MSU faculty members to work to improve math and science teaching and achievement for K-12 schools in Michigan and Ohio. The grant was given by the National Science Foundation, an independent federal agency supporting research and education in science and engineering.

Students run for city council

Two MSU students have their hopes set on winning seats on the East Lansing City Council in the upcoming Nov.