NEWS
Spartans still need to prove worth
Wasn't last week's game great? Jeff Smoker and Tyrell Dortch made triumphant returns to the football field.
FEATURES
Alumnus brings 'Legends' to E.L.
MSU alumnus and former State News photographer Doug Elbinger is exhibiting his collection of celebrity photographs at the East Lansing Public Library, 950 Abbott Road, through the month of September.
MICHIGAN
'U' team competes in go-kart race
As the sound of screeching tires and the aroma of burnt rubber filled the air, Jon Denton watched his racing teammates speed around the Meijer parking lot. Denton, a member of the MSU Formula Racing Team, attended the first stop of the Red Bull Cheever Racing Go Kart Competition on Thursday afternoon. The engineering arts senior said the team was invited to the event at Meijer, 2055 W.
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High-achieving freshmen join MSU
MSU's class of 2007 isn't just book-smart, according to information gathered by the organization that conducts ACT tests.
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Women's health group to sponsor seminar
Speaking of Women's Health is sponsoring a health event focused on health and well-being. The event features health and beauty professionals from around the community who will demonstrate techniques, provide screenings and offer advice. Speaking of Women's Health is a non-profit organization dedicated to educating women to make informed decisions about their health, well-being and personal safety. The event runs from 10 a.m.
NEWS
Heisman watch
Well, after Miami (Ohio) quarterback Ben Roethlisberger officially introduced the curse of The State News Dark Horse Heisman Pick (he threw four picks against Iowa last week), we get the luxury of adding some fresh stats and names into our considerations of candidates for the trophy.
VOLLEYBALL
Spartans travel to South Carolina seeking 2 victories
The MSU volleyball team is traveling to the Carolina Classic in Columbia, S.C., this weekend with one goal in mind - move up in the rankings. After a 3-0 start to the season, MSU had failed to move up in the rankings, holding steady at No.
COMMENTARY
Road map politics further violence
Israel marked all members of Hamas for death after the group claimed responsibility for an Aug. 19 suicide bombing in Jerusalem.
FEATURES
Chicago rockers to play Mac's
Chicago-based The Like Young is bringing its power pop to Mac's Bar, 2700 E. Michigan Ave.
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College Republicans, Dems gather to begin semester
It was standing room only as two of MSU's political groups met for the first time this semester.
SOCCER
Soccer goalkeeper seeks milestone
The No. 19 women's soccer team heads to Eastern Michigan for a 4 p.m. game in Ypsilanti. Both teams have a 1-1 record. MSU shut out Eastern last season, 3-0. "We want to build on the success (from last season) and get another bid in the NCAA and try to get further into it," head coach Tom Saxton said.
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Veggies, fruits needed for men
David Hartley doesn't eat fruit very often. "It doesn't concern me. I think I'm pretty healthy," the astrophysics senior said as he left Taco Bell with a spicy chicken burrito, two soft-shell tacos and a Pepsi.
NEWS
No. 2 picks Maryland over FSU
Overall, it was an uneventful first week. The highlight was when Southern California crushed Auburn to become a title contender and the lowlight was when Miami (Ohio) quarterback Ben Roethlisberger threw four interceptions to Iowa. This week, MSU and U-M continue their weak opening schedules while the Florida powerhouse schools all play tough games. No.
FOOTBALL
Grand Occasion
The corner of Kalamazoo and Walnut streets in downtown Lansing is, for the most part, unremarkable.
NEWS
Smith focuses on tradition, fans
As Jeff Smoker gallantly climbed to the top of the conductor's stand and led the band in a jovial rendition of the "Michigan State Fight Song," he realized he was back. The turmoil of last season's blowup was behind him, and a new vision of MSU football had begun. "My time is almost up," the senior quarterback said.
COMMENTARY
Summit solutions
MSU sending university leaders and student representatives to the "Student Summit" is a step in the right direction for curbing riotous behavior. MSU is not the only university in the nation that struggles with postgame rioting.
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Council offers feminist activism
Loud laughter resonates out of room 441 in the Union on Wednesday nights, when MSU's Women's Council holds its weekly meetings.
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Marimba player to perform on campus
Marimba soloist David Hall will perform a mix of classical, Brazilian, ragtime, and contemporary music at 3 p.m.
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Fair brings LBGT resources
Live music, poetry, food and speakers helped bring communities together at the Lesbian, Bi, Gay, Transgender and Ally Resource Fair and Solidarity Slam on Wednesday. The Alliance of Lesbian-Bi-Gay-Transgender and Straight Ally Students, along with about a dozen other campus organizations, developed the information-packed fair, now in its tenth year. Resources, which included information on getting involved, help centers and groups across the state, were available at the fair, which was in the Union Parlor rooms.
SPORTS
Holland native thrives on being in Spartan family
For any freshman struggling with life out of the nest, put yourself in Jennifer Beeuwkes' shoes - she's 4,000 miles from home. A Netherlands native, the 18-year-old came to MSU this fall to play field hockey for the Spartans after seeing MSU play in Holland earlier this summer.