Miseducation

Legislators should know better than to make offhanded comments in front of a room full of journalists - especially comments riddled with fallacies.

'10 Days' a mess of flop proportions

They might as well have called this mess "How to Dupe Your Boyfriend into Spending $15 for a Date." At least it would have been honest.

Verve Pipe's Brian Vander Ark rocks out at Union

The sounds of a trumpet and harmonica joined drums and guitars as the lead singer of The Verve Pipe belted out a mix of his own songs and old favorites.Best known for the 1997 hit single "The Freshmen," The Verve Pipe's Brian Vander Ark sang a variety of not-too-hard, not-too-soft tunes Friday night at the Union."We're gonna play a lot of new stuff tonight.

20-year-old study proves nothing

This letter is in response to Kelly Rush's "1981 study proves media's liberal bias," (SN 2/6). It is disturbing that you would bring up a study conducted more than 20 years ago to validate the political leanings of today's media.

'U' profs win community service award

Lansing - Two MSU professors have been awarded the 2003 Diana Award recognizing women in the area who lend their time and knowledge to community service and professional achievements. The first winner, Margaret Aguwa, is a professor and chair of the Department of Family and Community Medicine in the MSU College of Osteopathic Medicine. The second award recipient, Karen Williams, is an assistant professor in the Department of Obstetrics, Gynecology and Reproductive Biology in the MSU College of Human Medicine. Both women have participated in events that had a positive effect on women and children as well as working toward the elimination of racism in the community. "I was very excited when I heard that I had received the award," Williams said. Williams was nominated by Helena Dubose, general manager of WXLA (1180-AM). She nominated Williams because of her great involvement in many community groups.

McPherson to speak on budget, technology

MSU President M. Peter McPherson will address proposed budget reductions, improving technologies and the need to continue to challenge incoming students with a tougher curriculum.

All departments at risk of termination

On Wednesday afternoon, Deans Jeffrey Armstrong, of the College of Agriculture and Natural Resources, and Janie Fouke, of the College of Engineering, announced to the students, faculty, alumni and stakeholders in the Department of Agricultural Engineering of the looming termination of the department.

'Apocalypse' an incredible ride

Among the most tumultuous productions of all time, "Apocalypse Now" possesses a timelessness that is evident in its inspiration.

Jackson documentary shows yellow journalism rearing head

The hugely controversial Michael Jackson special on "20/20," watched by 27 million viewers Thursday on ABC, was one of the most disgusting displays of unethical, yellow and biased journalism I have seen in a long time. Jackson, the man who charmed teenyboppers and critics alike with his vibrant and intense performing in the '70s and nearly took over the world in the '80s with albums such as "Thriller" and "Bad," was portrayed as a strange, almost dangerous lunatic by British journalist Martin Bashir.

Relay For Life gets fraternities, sororities walking for awareness

Standing atop a wooden platform, Bindi Patel asked Roberto Alcantar to wear a pink poster on his back and walk around Munn Ice Arena. "I can't wear it!

Student calls flier 'satire'

A student arrested for posting a racially charged flier in Shaw Hall told an American Civil Liberties Union official he constructed the flier as satire."He wrote the flier as a political parody and sees it as a political statement and, in that sense, we have looked at this issue," said Henry Silverman, president of the Lansing American Civil Liberties Union.David Powder, a 21-year-old MSU materials science and engineering senior who lives in Shaw Hall, pled not guilty to misdemeanor harassment in front of East Lansing 54-B District Court Judge Richard Ball on Friday.

Police briefs 02/10/03

Album exemplifies diversity of its era

What happens when you mix a British bluesman, a Danish harmonica player and six funksters from southern California?

State, 'U' on terror alert

From staff and wire reports Detroit - As part of the heightened "orange alert" announced during the weekend by the Bush administration, the Michigan State Police increased patrols around major bridges and other sensitive areas. State officials noted, however, there has been no information of any specific threats to Michigan, or to suggest Michigan is at any more risk than any other state. "It's only the second time they've done it, so I think it's good," MSU police Chief Jim Dunlap said.

Spartans get key victory

Bowling Green, Ohio - MSU head coach Rick Comley had a feeling Bowling Green's power-play scheme would crumble under constant stress. So on Saturday, Comley threw everything in his penalty-killing arsenal at the Falcons. The Spartans forechecked aggressively, pressed the Falcons through the neutral zone and harassed the Bowling Green power-play unit around the offensive zone en route to a 6-3 win at BGSU Ice Arena. "We felt they were vulnerable to pressure," Comley said.

Business students place well in contest

Five master of business administration students took second place honors at Wake Forest University's annual Babcock MBA Marketing Case Competition held Jan.

Low humor carries 'Franky'

Real Mafioso gang leaders probably wouldn't share their desire to do the bedroom bossa nova with a friend's mother. And if they did it probably wouldn't be nearly as funny as the play "How Ya Doin', Franky Banana?" The two-act play is showing at the Creole Gallery, 1218 Turner St.

Sour separation

Yes, affirmative action is flawed, but it's the fault of universities which fail to promote diversity. A study done by K.

Concert gives 'U' taste of poetry, jazz

Dawn Counts knows what it feels like to be a kid again.Standing behind the microphone, the law student compared a significant other to the joys of childhood.

FBI, police agencies appear at career fair

The School of Criminal Justice is hosting its annual career fair from 5-8 p.m. Tuesday in Big Ten Rooms A and B in Kellogg Center. The fair is sponsored by the American Criminal Justice Association, Alpha Phi Sigma and the Criminal Justice Honor Society in collaboration with the school.