Emerging activist

Kim Borowicz wants people to look past her disability. As president of the MSU Council of Students with Disabilities, Borowicz is recognized by some national equal rights leaders as one of the nation’s top young activists. Borowicz, who is legally blind, spent the past summer as an intern with the American Association for People with Disabilities. “She blew everyone away,” said Ollie Cantos, general counsel and director of programs for the association.“Kim really makes an impact everywhere she goes. “She’s also just plain, darn good.

U honors late leader

A group of students and faculty members met for the first time last week to brainstorm ways to honor an MSU student leader who died this summer.

Chan, Hewitt disappoint in James Bond imitated Tuxedo

Chris Tucker must not have been available to co-star in Jackie Chan’s action comedy “The Tuxedo.” Of course, the story would have to be altered to make room for Tucker and his big mouth personality since it doesn’t exactly fit the “Rush Hour” profile. Instead, a more passive role was filled by Jennifer Love Hewitt.

Talk it out

The Graduate Employees Union is continuing to hunt for a resolution with the university concerning teaching assistant pay, and it’s time for the two sides talk over the issue in a timely fashion. The union might seek arbitration sessions with the university after a grievance filed last week was rejected by Provost Lou Anna Simon.

Center of the Universe an accurate portrayal of family life

Lansing - Theatergoers are apt to see shades of their own families in “The Exact Center of the Universe,” the newest production of the BoarsHead Theater. Starring Carmen Decker, Tim Jacobs and Kate Berry, the play tells the story of an imperious Southern debutante and her doted-upon 35-year-old son, Appleton.

Festival exhibits U.S. heritage

Lansing - Nora Richmond waved at the oxen cart packed with giggling children as she smoothed the folds of her crimson hoop skirt.“That’s my sister’s team of oxen,” the 13-year-old Leslie resident said, pointing to the two cattle pulling the children.Richmond, who made her nine-panel hoop skirt by hand, was one of hundreds of volunteers at the Woldumar Nature Center’s American Heritage Festival 2002 demonstrating aspects of American history last weekend.Richmond, who demonstrated pioneer life in early America, said she loved the variety of displays - including Civil War demonstrations, Native American artifacts, a giant model train display, music and dance performances, food samples and animals.The festival was held at the 188-acre educational nature center, 5739 OldLansing Road, and offered snippets of life from 1700 to the early 1900s.“People can come here and find a representation of their past,” Woldumar executive director Lori McSweeney said.

Johnsons historic career properly recognized with Hall-of-Fame induction by friendly rival

It was pure magic from the beginning of a momentous career that has left millions spellbound. On Friday, Earvin “Magic” Johnson’s talent culminated in an induction into the Basketball Hall of Fame. The honor of the Lansing native and Spartan alumnus is well deserved, as Johnson’s basketball feats have left an impressive legacy that will not soon be forgotten. The 13-year NBA veteran won five championship titles with the Los Angeles Lakers during the three-time league MVP’s career.

Speaker talks of U, South Africa

Sheila Sisulu, South African ambassador to the United States, spoke to a crowd of more than 70 people Friday about her country’s struggle to rebuild itself after the end of apartheid.“I would like to thank MSU for the role you’ve played as a true friend, partner and ally

Replacement for U official reduced to 4

The search to fill one of the top positions within MSU’s Office of the Provost has been narrowed to four faculty members. MSU officials have spent nearly three months on an internal hunt for a new assistant provost for undergraduate education after Barbara Steidle announced her retirement in July.

Kundi wrong not to support war in Iraq

Unfortunately, Rishi Kundi missed many important things in regard to Iraq (“Iraq policy has turned 180 degrees as U.S.

Playboy ranking not too important for U, celebrations are part of the Spartan tradition

It seems MSU just can’t get away from lists that rank the nation’s best collegiate shindigs.Adult entertainment magazine Playboy lists the university as No.

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MIDDAY UPDATE: Student works for equality for people with disabilities

Kim Borowicz is emerging as one of the nation’s leading activists for people with disabilities.

The State News Board of Directors elects five members, two incumbents

Five new members and two incumbents were elected to fill seven open positions on the State New’s Board of Directors on Friday.The 12-member board is comprised of three professional positions, three faculty or staff positions and six student positions.Dick Milliman was elected to the professional seat vacancy.

Womens team runs to victory in invitational

The No. 9 MSU women’s cross country team dominated the Roy Griak Invitational on Saturday, placing first in the 22-team competition hosted by the University of Minnesota at the Les Bolstad Golf Course. Scoring 72 points to win the meet, MSU outdistanced second-place Arizona State, which finished with 107 points. Winning the invitational was a product of hard work and a preface to upcoming meets, head coach Jim Stintzi said. “We’ve been working hard all summer for this season,” Stintzi said.

MIDDAY UPDATE: E.L. develops plan to help small businesses

The East Lansing City Council is expected to approve a proposal that will increase retention of small businesses in the downtown area. The Small Business Rental Assistance Program will offer a grant to businesses who “need to buy some time to sort things out,” said Jim van Ravensway, East Lansing’s director of planning and community development. Van Ravensway said the program was developed in response to concerns expressed to the council by small businesses.

HARDY: Welcome to Mr. Rogers neighborhood

No, this isn’t the land of Make-Believe. Welcome to Michigan State University, otherwise known as Mister Charles Rogers’ Neighborhood. And it’s a beautiful day in this neighborhood, where Mister Rogers has made us believers, posting the most impressive statistics possible in his green-and-white fairy-tale career here. And you can get here to watch King Saturday, MSU’s legitimate Heisman Trophy contender, by taking a magical Capital Area Transit Authority Trolley ride to the land split by the Red Cedar River. Won’t you join me in a short trip to Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood?

Spartans drop second game of Big Ten play

The women’s soccer team lost its first Big Ten game of the season Sunday - a 3-1 decision at Wisconsin.

Team splits in Big Ten action

Iowa City - It wasn’t the result the Spartans hoped for. However, the MSU volleyball team left the first weekend of Big Ten play with a 1-1 record.

Rogers aids win, breaks records

MSU got back on the winning track Saturday with its 39-24 win against Northwestern. But once again, it was junior wide receiver Charles Rogers who stole the show. The 6-foot-4, 205-pounder only pulled down three receptions for 53 yards - by far his worst outing of the season - but his 21-yard touchdown with 6:10 to play in the first half made history. The tally marked Rogers’ 14th-straight game with a touchdown, breaking the Big Ten record he shared with Michigan’s Desmond Howard (1990-91). It also marked his 13th-straight regular-season game with a touchdown, breaking the NCAA record he shared with Marshall’s Randy Moss (1997), Pacific’s Aaron Turner (1990-91) and Howard. “Just to be among these guys is a great accomplishment for me,” Rogers said.