FEATURES
Fans look forward to energy of Rusted Root
Once in a blue moon, a concert comes along that features an illustrious lineup with very affordable ticket prices.
VOLLEYBALL
Defensive specialist works her way to top of program
Emily Engel’s road to playing collegiate volleyball could have been easy. She would have been a top player on numerous other college teams, but she didn’t want to take the easy road.Instead, she chose MSU - a much bigger challenge.
NEWS
MIDDAY UPDATE: E.L. couple awarded for adopting efforts
They both had children from previous marriages, so when Jim and Sue Wheeler had their first child together in 1986, they thought they were through.But then the East Lansing residents discovered Catholic Social Services of Lansing and the foster children that would soon become an integral part of their family.“There are so many children out there who need help,” Sue Wheeler said.
MICHIGAN
DeWeese to be on higher education group if elected
In between zig-zagging students going to their 10:20 a.m. classes on bicycles, skates and feet, two politicians stood talking about their future Wednesday.Rep.
MSU
ASMSU committee gives code revisions to Academic Assembly to avoid confusion
A committee to fix up the ASMSU Academic Assembly’s Code of Operations introduced its revisions to the assembly Tuesday night.The Code Revision Committee was formed in early September to revise the assembly’s code.
NEWS
MIDDAY UPDATE: State to receive millions to combat West Nile virus
The spread of the West Nile virus has reached such a level of concern causing Congress to act.A piece of legislation approved by the House that is now in Senate would give $100 million to communities throughout the country to combat the virus.In Michigan, 370 confirmed cases of the disease have been reported, including five in Ingham county and 24 deaths statewide.About 30 cases were confirmed in the past week.The money would be matching grants, meaning the legislature would match the amount a community puts to battle the disease.
MSU
Group shares culture, honors Filipino month
Catherine Guevarra’s feet jumped quickly in rhythm with the wooden sticks.Moving her body to tinikling, the national dance of the Philippines, the pre-dental sophomore took part in the Philippine American Student Society’s kickoff for Filipino History Month on Wednesday at the rock on Farm Lane.“We just want people to know we’re here,” Guevarra said, who is a member of the society.
COMMENTARY
Everyone needs a scapegoat; Michael, Dems good options
In an obscure corner of my apartment’s living room, which only the most observant guests will notice, is a soft gray chair that was furnished with the residence. For a few weeks, this chair sat vacant.
MSU
Group fills position left vacant after association directors death
One of the many open positions in MSU’s undergraduate student government was filled Friday.Psychology senior James Perra took on the role of ASMSU association director.
FEATURES
Weekend Guide
Today • Singer-songwriters Felix McTeigue and Amy Speace will perform at 7:30 p.m.
FEATURES
Broadway legend arrives at Wharton
For a show that centers around a bloody revolution and features a thief, prostitute and an obsessed police officer as main characters, the success of Wharton Center’s next big musical is nothing short of phenomenal. “Les Misérables,” the second longest-running play in Broadway history, recently entered its 16th year of performing in the United States and has enjoyed high ticket sales in scores of major cities. The show’s East Lansing stop is no exception.
MSU
Colleges gear up for career, majors event
MSU is expecting more than 2,000 prospective students to swarm campus Saturday for a hands-on open house experience. Ten MSU colleges will participate in Science, Engineering, and Technology Day with hopes of convincing high school students into coming to campus next fall.
NEWS
K-9 unit camp trains dogs, reinforces skills
The day was warm with a blue sky and a slight cool breeze as energetic MSU police dogs peered out of their individual cages waiting to be mesmerized in their hunt to find the “bad guys.” With ears perked up and tails wagging, the K-9 unit dogs’ anticipation-filled eyes begged to begin the events of their reinforcement training day at Detroit Recreation Camp in Livingston County last week. MSU police Sgt.
MICHIGAN
Face-off: McAlpine, Rogers tackle foreign policy, campaigns
With one month left until voters will decide who will represent them in the 8th District Congressional seat, U.S.
NEWS
Groups try to register students for election
When the Secretary of State’s Office notified Jean Pittel that her address had been permanently changed after she registered to vote, she decided never to go out of her way to vote again. Monday is the last day interested students can make an effort to register for this fall’s elections.
MSU
Program lets gardeners grow container plants in fall
Even as the sound of shoes crushing colorful leaves marks the fall season, avid gardeners and plant lovers are ready to soak up some green knowledge at the Fall, Winter and Virtual Container Gardening Program from 10 a.m.
SOCCER
Team beats Loyola, prepares for 6 road games
Gearing up for a month-long road trip, the men’s soccer team made sure fans won’t forget them while they’re gone.The Spartans (7-2 overall, 1-1 Big Ten) finished their next-to-last home game this year with a convincing 4-0 win over Loyola-Chicago (3-8).“I thought we came out mentally ready to play today,” head coach Joe Baum said.
COMMENTARY
E.L. police right to ticket alley drivers
I am writing in response of the letter to the editor “Ticket sting shows ill intentions of E.L.” (SN 10/2). I would like to commend the police officer that finally ticketed the cheap, selfish, lazy people who drive through the alley between the MSU credit union and the parking lot on Albert Avenue.
MICHIGAN
McAlpine prepares for the big game ahead
U.S. Congressional candidate Frank McAlpine has been fielding a common question as Election Day draws closer: What time is our game at? The East Lansing attorney, who’s running against U.S.
MICHIGAN
Senate hopefuls tackle issues before Nov. vote
Lansing - Virg Bernero, D-Lansing, and Paul DeWeese, R-Williamston, have some things in common. But on Nov.