Peace Corps director to speak Monday at DCL

Gaddi Vasquez, director for the Peace Corps, will speak at 7:30 p.m. Monday in the MSU-Detroit College of Law Building.

'U' to celebrate week of international education

MSU will celebrate International Education Week starting Saturday. The event is in its third year and is sponsored by the dean's office of International Studies and Programs. Jay Rodman, special projects coordinator for international studies and programs, said this year MSU has more events and higher profile speakers than the last three years. "It's very exciting," Rodman said.

6 recruits sign letter of intent to play next fall

On the eve of National Signing Day, the MSU hockey coaching staff expanded its recruiting class by two players. Forward/defenseman Tyler Howells of Eden Prairie, Minn., and defenseman Chris Snavely of Lancaster, Pa., both inked National Letters of Intent with MSU on Wednesday - less than 24 hours after they verbally committed. Forward Tommy Goebel of Parma, Ohio, and goaltender Dominic Vicari of Clinton Township also signed Wednesday.

WEB ONLY: 'U' asks departments to trim budgets as higher education cuts loom

Facing a state budget deficit of possibly more than $1 billion, Gov. John Engler will soon decide if midyear cuts would reduce state funding to higher education.

Navajo code talker shares World War II experiences with 'U'

Dan Akee knows the code that some of the most prominent intelligence officers in the world could not decipher. Akee, a Navajo code talker, came to share his experiences as a World War II veteran of the Marine corps to more than 200 people at the Erickson Hall Kiva on Wednesday night. It's never been broken or caught," he told the crowd.

Team continues to fight, audition for next coach

It's an awkward time for the MSU football program. On the field, the Spartans (4-6 overall, 2-4 Big Ten) are attempting to salvage what's left of a dismal season.

Ex-Spartan released by Buffalo Sabres

Former MSU hockey player Jason Woolley was waived by the Buffalo Sabres on Wednesday.Sabres spokesman Gregg Huller said Woolley will be sent down to Buffalo's American Hockey League affiliate in Rochester if he's not claimed by another NHL team by Friday.Woolley, a defenseman, had no goals, three assists and 29 penalty minutes in 14 games with the Sabres this season.

Cars towed from campus, police explain reasons

It was more than a week ago when LaRay Jones' car came up missing.Immediately after noticing her car wasn't in its regular parking spot at Wharton Center, Jones assumed her 1996 Black Grand Am was stolen.

Spartans focus on playing solid defense

The MSU men's basketball team heads into its second and final exhibition game looking to establish itself defensively. The Spartans lost 104-85 in their exhibition opener to the Magic Johnson All-Stars on Nov.

Greeks hope leadership brings new image

Pi Kappa Phi recently completed a five-week program to recolonize its house at 131 Bogue St. after being closed amid controversy last spring. "I think things went really well as far as the type of guys we selected," said Brandon Tudor, a Pi Kappa Phi leadership consultant of the program that wrapped up Nov.

East Lansing fire officials look into string of recent motel fires

After three fires in the past month at Ramada Inn, East Lansing fire officials say they have ruled out all explanations except human causes for the latest blaze.But it remains unknown if the last two fires, which occurred on Thursday and Sunday, were the result of foul play, said East Lansing Fire Marshall Bob Pratt.

Welcome to E.L., please don't disturb

Shhhhh. You must be very quiet. You are in East Lansing now. This is a noise-free zone. City council is thinking (or is it napping?) and mustn't be disturbed. True, we live in momentous times.

RHA binds accounts to manage money

An executive board member of the Residence Halls Association has reduced the number of accounts in the budget in order to make money management easier.Bryson Jacques, comptroller for RHA, decreased the organization's seven accounts to two last week.

Lansing churches hold fund-raiser

Jonathan Stars, a singer and comedian, will perform 4 p.m. Sunday at the First Presbyterian Church, 211 N.

Safety should be concern for ban

MSU is correct in exploring the idea of banning smoking in the residence halls on campus. But I feel people are debating for the wrong reasons.

Field hockey draws difficult bracket

After receiving its first-ever NCAA Tournament bid one year ago, the MSU field hockey team has matched that feat this year.

Law students sworn in at DCL

Of the 113 MSU-Detroit College of Law graduates who passed the Michigan Bar Examination last July, 44 were sworn in at the college Wednesday night."This is the official part when you actually make a commitment to be an attorney," said Michele Ekblad before swearing in.

'U' leaders to discuss issues surrounding possible conflict

In an attempt to provoke discussion between students and faculty members on the conflict with Iraq, members of MSU's Executive Committee of Academic Council decided Tuesday to set aside time after its Nov.

Police briefs 11/14/02

Legislature fills leadership spots

The Nov. 5 election isn't the only election this month. Democrats and Republicans are selecting legislative leaders to head next year's caucuses.Republicans will hold a 63-47 lead - the biggest advantage the party has held in the House in a half century.