Shakespeares Midsummer a pleasure

It might have seemed tedious as required reading in high school, but the MSU Department of Theatre captures the true comedy in William Shakespeare’s “A Midsummer Night’s Dream.” The play, after all, is meant to be entertainment, impressing audiences with its themes of ardent young love, undermining parental authority and pompous attention-grabbing. The Shakespearean text flourishes under the capable hands of director Marcus Olson, bringing the centuries-old script to vibrant life in Wharton Center’s Pasant Theatre.

Weekend trip puts damper on teams chances

Columbus, Ohio - It wasn’t the prettiest of weekends, and for the MSU volleyball team, it was downright ugly. The Spartans dropped both of its matches this weekend, losing in three games to Indiana on Friday night, and then falling in four games to Ohio State on Saturday night. Going into the weekend, the Spartans were hoping to pick up a pair of wins escalating to the forefront of the conference.

Voting matters

Neck-and-neck races and too-close-to-call elections are becoming all too commonplace these days, proving once again that every vote counts. All registered voters should head to the polls instead of submitting to the trend of ignoring their right and civic duty with lame excuses like “One vote doesn’t really matter.” A lack of votes can severely affect the results of a race and determine the outcome.

Senior council charity bowl donates $1,400

It was a great day for football as muddy fields and a light breeze accompanied play during the MSU Senior Class Council’s fifth annual Green and White Charity Bowl. Coed teams could sign up for the event by donating $40, which went to the charity of the winning team’s choice. “We raised about $1,400 today,” Senior Class Council President Bill Novotny said.

Campus Briefs

Miss Michigan to speak in Conrad Erin Michelle Moss, the reigning Miss Michigan, will make an appearance on campus from 7-8 p.m.

Moss shouldnt have been OKd for return

I think it is terrible junior tailback Dawan Moss has been let back on to the football team. While I agree that Bobby Williams should have been fired, it was improper for the university to reverse his decision.

MIDDAY UPDATE: Underclassman Slater leads Spartan hockey into future

Jim Slater is one of the easiest players to spot while playing for the MSU hockey team, which is probably because the sophomore center is always around the puck.

Student wins Spartan Idol

A packed crowd at the International Center food court clapped their hands and shouted his name, anticipating his final performance of the evening Saturday. But when the music played, communication junior Evin Martin, was not on stage - he began his performance immersed in the crowd, and slowly made his way front and center. Martin’s renditions of Michael Jackson’s “I Want to Rock With You” and “Sweet Lady” by Tyrese, won the favor of the crowd, as he became the first winner of Spartan Idol: The Making Of An MSU Superstar.

Credit union to host free banking session

Lansing area students and residents can spend their lunch hour at free banking sessions with the Michigan State University Federal Credit Union.At noon Wednesday at the credit union office, 600 E.

Dogs, owners invited for 3-mile Friday hike

The Harris Nature Center, 3998 Van Atta Road, invites dogs and owners to join in a three-mile hike through the moonlit woods at 7 p.m.

Land for learning center, biodome creates tension

Two campus groups are vying for the same plot of land for a structure - but neither plan has been cemented with university officials. ASMSU, MSU's undergraduate student government, is considering an idea to build an outdoor learning center on campus behind the Old Horticulture Building.

HARDY:Spartan season turning into daytime drama

Daytime television couldn’t have written a better script with more dramatic flair for 100 men who dress in green and white each fall Saturday. These are the games of our lives. Previously on “All My Spartans”: Bobby discovers Jeff’s substance abuse problem, confronts the junior signal caller and suspends him indefinitely.

Team makes comeback in Indiana

Bloomington, Ind. - After four straight blowout losses, the indefinite suspensions of two team captains and the firing of former head coach Bobby Williams, the MSU football team took out its frustrations on Indiana. The Spartans (4-6 overall, 2-4 Big Ten) played like everyone expected them to play all season, beating the Hoosiers (3-7, 1-5) 56-21 at Memorial Stadium on Saturday.

Williams didnt get job done, period

When the news of Bobby Williams’ firing reached the West Coast, I was stunned, yet delighted. My excitement does not stem from a personal disliking for Williams, but rather a shared interest in the MSU football program with more than 40,000 other students and countless alumni. The fact of the matter is Williams’ success, or lack thereof, cannot be compared to former football head coaches George Perles or Nick Saban, because of the different circumstances. This was the year, and MSU was finally back on the map, a preseason outside pick for the national title. The only thing more upsetting than this season’s performance is the ridiculous allegations that came from MSU Trustee Joel Ferguson, who, despite what his own feelings might be, does not run MSU. I know, I ran against him for the Board of Trustees while I was still a student. Ferguson went too far; to even hint that Williams’ termination had anything to do with race is pathetic and shames Williams and all he has given to MSU. Williams was fired after an evaluation based upon the content of his character and not the color of his skin. The reason he was fired is because MSU football is a joke - a punchline across the nation.

MIDDAY UPDATE: Companies looking for honesty, integrity

Honesty and integrity are becoming staples in the search for new job candidates compared to years past, according to a recent survey of America's chief financial officers. Nearly 60 percent of 1,400 chief financial officers polled around the nation find "honesty and integrity" to be the most important quality in an applicant aside from ability and willingness to do the job, according to a study developed by Robert Half International Inc.-a worldwide staffing service. Only 32-percent had a similar answer when the same survey was conducted in 1997.

Lansing holds tribute for veterans

Lansing - About 75 people of all ages dressed in everything from military uniforms to torn jeans herded into the Michigan Library and Historical Center to recognize Veteran’s Day.

Last second goal lifts Spartans

Bobby Big Wheel continued his late-game heroics Saturday, helping the MSU hockey team salvage two points out of a disappointing weekend series with Niagara.

Police briefs 11/11/02

Spartans win first Big Ten tourney

It has taken five long years, but MSU field hockey was finally able to defeat Michigan. And the No.

Credit union to host free banking session

Lansing area students and residents can spend their lunch hour at free banking sessions with the Michigan State University Federal Credit Union. At noon Wednesday at the credit union office, 600 E.