Nicholson shines in 'Schmidt'
Given his status as one of Hollywood's greatest icons, Jack Nicholson has been picky as to what roles he commits to.
Research before spending money
Fall bills have been mailed out for the new semester, and students are once again forced to take on the burden of loans as they seek higher education.
Gallery opens new exhibit
Otherwise Gallery opened its new exhibit, "Waking the Slumber: Otherwise Originals," last weekend for a reception and an awards presentation."We had a really good showing; we had over 75 people here and the place was packed," said Alison Alfredson, program director for the gallery, 1207 Turner St.
RHA ups awareness, improves its image
MSU's Residence Halls Association wants students' attention. The association is toying with the idea of distributing flyers, placing more ads and creating events that will draw the public and also benefit charities.
Spartans upset No. 7 Purdue at Breslin
Plagued by inconsistency much of the season, MSU finally came together as a team Monday night, shocking No.
Activists set to rally, U.S. preps for war
As Army Reserve units ready to dispatch to the Middle East, peace activists on the home front are gearing up for an anti-war conference this weekend in Ann Arbor. "It's going to be powerful to see the hundreds of people who oppose the war in one room," said former MSU student Mike Medow, who helped organize the conference. The weekend discussion at the University of Michigan precedes a national march in Washington, D.C., on Jan.
Soul mate search a little unrealistic
Can you really fall in love with your soul mate in six weeks? I guess anything is possible, but let's be realistic.
Snowy roads, heavy traffic cause concern for residents
With a snowy winter looming, some question if roads connecting the Northern Tier to campus will be able to withstand their first winter season under heavy traffic pressure. To address concerns, roads streaming through the newly developed area are among the first to be plowed by the city when snow falls, East Lansing police Capt.
Tight lipped 'U'
As the football team's on- and off-the-field actions tarnished MSU's integrity in 2002, efforts to deny the release of police reports involving Spartan athletes only further smears the institution's reputation. Spartan All-American wide receiver Charles Rogers allegedly pushed an MSU parking enforcer in October, according to the Ingham County prosecutor's office.
Americans value SUVs, low gas prices over avoiding war
While in England, a British gentleman incredulously asked me, "Why do so many Americans drive around in big trucks?" I laughed and said: "Don't try to figure it out - it's just our national insanity." It's an outcome of cheap gas and the quintessentially American culture of extreme consumption.
SN breaksdown men's Big Ten basketball season
As MSU prepares to tip off its 53rd season of Big Ten basketball Thursday night against Ohio State, sights are set on winning the Big Ten title for the fifth time in seven years.
Cafs wants students to eat healthier
Health programs promoting moderation when piling hamburgers and chicken nuggets on cafeteria dinner plates this semester have undergone slight changes.
Consultants to assist Pi Kappa Phi
Two consultants from the national council of Pi Kappa Phi will travel to East Lansing this month to assist with ongoing development of the embattled MSU chapter.The consultants will work with the group from Jan.
Izzo still optimistic about Big Ten title
With the Big Ten season kicking off Thursday against Ohio State, men's basketball head coach Tom Izzo knows this year's Spartan squad has its work cut out for them.No.
Kresge brings pieces of Russian culture to 'U'
In a city where the sun appears only about 65 days during the year, where weeks of little sleep stem from never-ending summer daylight, where the rate of alcoholism is among the highest in the world - the art is bound to be interesting and diverse.Religious confusion, scratched-out faces and demonic creatures make up part of this winter's "The Brotherhood of Free Culture: Recent Art from St.
Students, AAA concerned over rising gasoline prices
With gas prices on the rise in the state, some students are fuming. "I'd drive a lot less.
Sponge triumphs with new release
What does it take to make an honest album? Or better yet, what does it take just to make it? With two successful albums under its belt, the Motor City's Sponge turned local ripples into national waves.
Black caucus fund-raiser to benefit group retreat
Case Hall Black Caucus will shake up the MSU party scene with their third annual fund-raising event "Shakefest 2003," at 10 p.m.
Late fees increase for defaults on ASMSU student loans
Late fees for ASMSU's $100 loans to students have increased.The move comes after about 30 percent of students who borrowed money during fall semester failed to repay their loans on time.As of Monday, late fees for loans increased from $1 per week to $2.50.