Counting Crows' Adam Duritz talks about performing, music trends
The State News: What would you be doing if music wasn't part of your life? Adam Duritz: "I would be a loser if I wasn't a musician.
Report: State needs education cost strategy
Attending MSU is something Texas natives Julia Cardenas and Rosie Lozano thought they'd never be doing a year ago.The two thought a Big Ten education was something they'd never be able to afford so a journey to East Lansing stayed out of their minds.But when a representative of the MSU-College Assistance Migrant Program visited Texas, their future suddenly changed."For some of us it was one of the luckiest things that could happen," said Cardenas, who along with Lozano, is receiving a full scholarship for her first year thanks to the program.Now their futures seem brighter."I feel like I have more opportunities here than I have at home," Lozano said.
Gun group challenges city's ban
Infuriated with a weapons ban imposed by the East Lansing City Council, gun advocates said Wednesday they plan to challenge the ordinance because it violates constitutional rights.
All indications point to Rogers jetting for NFL
Yeah, this season hasn't been much fun to watch. To be perfectly honest, it's been down right torturous. But at least we've had our weekly installment of Mr. Rogers' Neighborhood to count on. The 6-foot-4, 205-pound junior has been nothing short of spectacular.
Spartans hope to utilize depth this season
The MSU men's basketball team's return-to-dominance bandwagon is packed these days. MSU was picked first in both preseason Big Ten polls, it landed a No.
Greeks award gala to honor community leaders
The second annual Greek Awards Gala will honor members of the MSU greek community today. Both the Interfraternity and Panhellenic councils are coordinating the gala. The event starts with a banquet dinner at 7 p.m.
Elite aspirations
MSU men's basketball coach Tom Izzo has made his goals for the 2002-03 season no secret. Izzo wants the Spartans, who are ranked ninth in the Associated Press preseason poll and 10th in the USA Today/ESPN coaches poll, to bring MSU basketball back to a level of play unmatched by anyone. "I'm really looking forward to this year, maybe as much as any I've ever looked forward to," Izzo said.
2002-03 Men's Basketball schedule
DATE OPPONENT TIME 11/22/02 UNC Asheville 7 p.m.11/28/02 Montana (Great Alaska Shootout) 11:59 p.m.11/29/02 Great Alaska Shootout TBA11/30/02 Great Alaska Shootout TBA 12/04/02 Virginia 9 p.m. 12/08/02 Cleveland State 1 p.m.12/14/02 at Kentucky 4 p.m. 12/17/02 Loyola 7 p.m. 12/21/02 South Florida 1 p.m. 12/28/02 Jacksonville State 7 p.m. 12/30/02 Toledo 7 p.m. 1/04/03 at Oklahoma 9 p.m.1/09/03 Ohio State 7 p.m.1/11/03 at Iowa 2:34 p.m. 1/14/03 at Purdue 7 p.m.1/18/03 at Minnesota 2 p.m. 1/22/03 Penn State 6 p.m. 1/26/03 at Michigan 1 p.m. 1/28/03 Indiana 7 p.m.2/02/03 Illinois 1 p.m.2/08/03 at Indiana 7 p.m. 2/11/03 at Wisconsin 7 p.m. 2/15/03 Northwestern 3:01 p.m.2/18/03 at Illinois 7 p.m. 2/23/03 Syracuse 2 p.m. 2/26/03 Minnesota 7 p.m. 3/01/03 Purdue 2:34 p.m. 3/05/03 Iowa 8 p.m. 3/08/03* at Ohio State 12:17 p.m. 3/09/03* at Ohio State 2 p.m. 3/13-3/16# Big Ten Tournament TBA*The date for the MSU-Ohio State contest has yet to be determined. #The Big Ten Tournament will be played at the United Center in Chicago.
Lite-Brite, big hair bring out best, worst of 1980s
Remember when the Tigers won the World Series and the Pistons were actually good? It's been almost 20 years, but the memory still lingers fondly in my mind, somewhere between Lite-Brites, leg warmers and the original Frogger game. Ah, sweet memories of the '80s. I can still recall the first movie I saw in an actual theater.
Group holds event to end smoking
The American Cancer Society is sponsoring the Great American Smokeout on Thursday in an effort to promote smokers to pledge to quit.An estimated 47 million U.S.
Man attempts to sexually assault student
A 6-foot-1 man attempted to sexually assault a female MSU student Monday night, MSU police say. The 18-year-old woman was walking on the sidewalk near Kresge Art Center and the Fairchild Theatre at about 7:50 p.m.
Tops in travel
When it comes to sending students overseas to enhance their college experience, no one does it better than MSU. The Institute of International Education reported that in the 2000-01 academic year the university had 1,835 students travel to foreign countries as part of its study abroad program.
Passengers increase at Lansing airport
Lansing's Capital City Airport, Michigan's fourth largest passenger airport, has seen a steady increase in travelers since September.
Four new businesses open in Old Town
Lansing's Old Town becomes slightly newer with four businesses opening their doors today. Lansing Mayor David Hollister will welcome the stores with a ribbon cutting ceremony at 2 p.m.
Drug policies need to change focus
In response to the recent article heralding the accessibility and usage of hard drugs at MSU ("Drug use becomes reality," SN 11/18), current policies are obviously not working to help those with addictions. There is a great fear on campus of overzealous drug busts and the threat of prosecution.
Saliva pleases with energetic southern rock
For those of you who are still unaware of the southern rock band Saliva, you must be living under a rock.
Media shouldn't promote violence
In the light of all the violence in our society, especially after our sporting events, I fail to see why The State News would run reviews explaining and depicting the graphic nature of Xbox video games, such as "Deathrow" ("'Deathrow' offers combination of distractions with fighting, sports" SN 11/19). This game speaks of breaking bones, beating people to a pulp, threats and profanity, ramming knees into faces - all of this at slow motion for special effects.
Trustee objects to closed meetings
Trustee Dorothy Gonzales is troubled and upset by a Friday morning closed-door meeting by MSU's Board of Trustees.Gonzales was not present at the meeting because of a scheduling conflict.
SN is unfair in its Pittman coverage
With some concern, I read the recent articles about Trustee Randall Pittman. I have been acquainted with Pittman for a long time, extending well beyond his service on MSU's Board of Trustees.