With the start of classes, a good portion of students are ornerier than a sex-deprived manatee. That said, the following is the first of several "Top 10" lists to appear in The State News this semester.
Despite delays due to torrential rains and a tornado warning, about 5,000 students introduced themselves to local businesses during Thursday's Midnight Madness shopping spree.About 50 downtown businesses opened their doors and extended their hours, prompting students to stroll along East Grand River Avenue in search of good deals, freebies and a taste of East Lansing nightlife.The Capital Area Transportation Authority provided free transportation for the evening."It gets the kids out of the dorms to see what the city has to offer," said Joseph Orlowski, store manager at Steve & Barry's University Sportswear, 515 E.
One man found out last week he won't be allowed to return to state-funded university campuses for two years, and another learned he will spend seven days in jail for his role in the March 28-30 disturbances which caused more than $40,000 in damage. Daniel Callton, 20, of Nashville, Mich., and Miguel Miranda, 19, of Lansing, were the first of about a dozen people to hear their sentences on felony riot charges.
While trying to enjoy a slice of free pizza, Dana High attempted to balance a stack of books, hold onto a box of free samples and look for her other class requirements. The zoology sophomore was one of hundreds of students wandering around the city this weekend searching for books and enjoying free promotions.
Anyone who knows the words to the Michigan State Fight Song is no doubt familiar with the third verse: "Spartan teams are never beaten, all through the game they fight." MSU President M.
Although nametags on their dorm-room doors waited to greet them last week, two MSU students whose disappearance sparked a nationwide search earlier this month won't be back on campus this fall. Danela Alfaro-Lopez and Justin Gouveia,who disappeared on July 26, plan to take the year off from MSU to live and work in Florida, according to Gouveia's mother, Leanne Gouveia.
After spending a quiet summer in East Lansing where parties were scarce, the streams of students lining city streets Friday night reminded hospitality business senior Erin Swihart that classes are nearly back in session. On the peak night of Welcome Weekend, Swihart stood at the corner of M.A.C.
After sitting out his freshman season at MSU for academic ineligibility, "Tarzan" will be suiting up as a wide receiver for the Spartans this fall."Tarzan" is just a description for sophomore wide receiver Matt Trannon.
Wake up and smell the orchids. That's the idea a team of MSU researchers have been working on in an attempt to get people more interested in growing and buying the flower.
Mediocrity, thy name is MSU. Contrary to belief, MSU does not have the nation's largest cafeteria, the cloudiest skies or even the world's biggest hairball, but it does boast a lot of myths, traditions and second-best feats. Studio art junior Lauren Mayer said myths are often passed on for a reason.
Upgrading to MSU's new e-mail system won't be a possibility for students coming to the university this fall.The e-mail home base, mail.msu.edu, officially launched in March.
Back to school means the early and midnight cram sessions. Unfortunately, my Sunday night ritual, which would have been watching new episodes of "The Sopranos," will not be a staple this semester. All of my anxious waiting for the new season to begin would finally be over except for the fact all of my hopes have just been dashed - the new season is not beginning until March.
Detroit - As Charles Rogers stepped out from behind a closed door on Ford Field's concourse level, camera bulbs popped and hundreds of heads turned to catch a glimpse of the Saginaw native and former Spartan star clad in Honolulu blue and silver."It's nice for me, being a prospect from Michigan," said Rogers, while sitting down to sign autographs.
Over the course of the summer I spent some time during the early morning hours handing out The State News' edition of Academic Orientation Program guides in front of Case Hall. Watching thousands upon thousands of incoming freshmen enter MSU fresh out of high school, I noticed a particularly humorous trend.
Lansing State Sen. Virg Bernero says he's ready to put on a new political hat. Less than a year into his four-year Senate term, the former state House representative and Ingham County commissioner said he is confident he'll win the race for Lansing mayor.
Imagine getting paid to watch basketball games, travel with the team and witness every practice. That's the kind of work general management senior Justin Squires gets to enjoy as a manager for MSU's men's basketball team.
Students and faculty returning to East Lansing for the new school semester will find several new dining options to satisfy their hunger cravings. More than four new restaurants and businesses are preparing to set up housekeeping in the downtown area - many of which are following the trend of Asian-style cooking or deli-style sandwiches.
Wanting to get involved in her dorm, Sara Knoth joined the Mason and Abbot halls' government. Dorm governments invent activities throughout the semester to help students drive off the humdrum of the daily routine.
After a first NCAA Tournament berth in school history, the MSU women's soccer team has its sights set on a Big Ten Championship. Junior midfielder Ashley Lawson said losing just two starters to graduation leaves her team with an advantage for the upcoming year. "Obviously the seniors will be missed," she said.
This fall the Wharton Center and the MSU Department of Theater have a lineup of shows with a little something for everyone. Theater fans will have an opportunity to see on-campus entertainment ranging from the laughter of comedy to the melodic sounds of the symphony.