Party Problems

East Lansing police are going to have to walk a fine line if the department moves ahead with plans to send plain-clothed officers into off-campus parties. The department is planning to make its presence felt at more parties this fall by sending officers in street clothes into large gatherings, all in an effort to curb underage drinking, assaults, date rape, larcenies and other behavior associated with drunkenness. Police say their plan is to have officers hand out pamphlets detailing rules residents should follow to avoid city violations. And for those parties that might be violated city rules, plain-clothed officers are set to issue warnings to party hosts before uniformed officers are called to issue tickets and disperse guests.

Popular culture on downward spiral

People often say music makes the world go ’round. I tend to agree with that, but I’m afraid it might be spinning out of control. Music is a connecting force for people of every background across the planet.

MIDDAY UPDATE: Written essays now required for graduate school entry exam

Test-takers winding their way through the Graduate Record Examinations will notice a big change starting Oct.1.Two written essays now will be required on the test.

Spikers rally to win tournament, ready for upcoming schedule

In a weekend filled with many scares, the MSU volleyball team overcame each and every one en route to a championship in the Coca-Cola/MSU Volleyball Classic.Perseverance could best describe how the Spartans defeated a Big East school, an in-state foe and a Southeastern Conference school all in a matter of 30 hours.The No.

Britneys break, Lances space travels make room for rock

From the MSU dorms to the far reaches of the globe, people of all ages are singing along to the words of fresh new faces.

Williams says team still has long way to go

The 56 points put up against Eastern Michigan were more than the MSU football team put up in any single game last season and the most in a season opener since the Spartans’ 93-0 win against Alma in 1932.The No.

Rude rules

In addition to seeing new faces on the field Saturday, those who packed into Spartan Stadium might have found themselves miffed about some new polices governing entrance to the stands. While some fan used to be able to come in with unopened, sealed bottles of water, it seems this is no longer permitted.

Sports briefs

Field Hockey The field hockey team split a pair of games in Norfolk, Va., during the weekend, falling to Old Dominion on Saturday, and defeating William & Mary on Sunday. On Saturday, MSU managed to force nine-time national champion Old Dominion into overtime before falling to the Monarchs 3-2.

Potter Park Zoo alters hours, prepares for fall

Lansing - Despite rainy weather, families filled Potter Park Zoo Monday to celebrate summer’s last hurrah. Starting today, the facility will return to fall hours which run from 9 a.m.-5 p.m.

Police focus on E.L. parties

East Lansing police officers could be a guest at large parties this fall. Wearing plain clothes, officers will attempt to locate parties where alcohol is being illegally sold or provided to minors. Police also hope to curtail incidents of fighting, date rape and larcenies, officers are visiting large parties to make sure they are under control, police officials said.

Team opens with win, falls in second game

After the physical MSU/Radisson Soccer Classic over the weekend, the men’s soccer team holds a 1-1 record on the season.The squad kicked off the season by defeating Wright State 4-0 on Sunday.

Tragically Hip plays to mostly-Canadian crowd at DTE

Clarkston - The parking lot at DTE Energy Music Theatre was covered in empty bottles of Labatt Blue and the familiar red and white of our neighbors to the north. Canadians invaded the small suburb of Detroit on Saturday for a chance to catch one of Canada’s biggest attractions, The Tragically Hip. The Hip took the stage to the screams of, “Hip, hip, hip

Move in to renovated Shaw Hall highlighted by furniture, heat lamps, gum

I’ll admit it. I was excited to move back into the dorms. I had reason to be - I was moving into Shaw Hall, which with its newly renovated features was to be like a four-star hotel compared to my previous situation. But I’m not one of those who bashes the Brody Complex - as an ex-Butterfielder I can say that if I hadn’t made my roommate wait in line for six hours (thank you, Carmen) to get a room for us in Shaw, I might have been happy to stay in Brody another year.

NOVA features U student who had meningitis

Three years ago, Adam Busuttil never thought he would be telling his story on television. But that was before he contracted the type Y strain of bacterial meningitis in 1999. “I didn’t know what meningitis was when I came down with it,” the music education junior said.

Tickets available, QB perfect

Tickets There are 600 tickets available for the game against Rice 1:05 p.m. Saturday at Spartan Stadium.

Youth job service appoints students

A local youth employment service hopes to gain a new perspective by appointing two MSU students to its leadership board. English senior Ericka Sudo and building construction management freshman Peter Linsmeier were appointed to fill vacancies on the Youth Development Corporation’s 24-member board last month.

MSU soars over Eagles

Coming into the season, MSU head coach Bobby Williams had questions about his team’s running game. He got answers during the Spartans’ 56-7 win over Eastern Michigan on Saturday. “I was happy the way the offensive line really established the line of scrimmage,” he said.

Police briefs 09/03/02

MIDDAY UPDATE: Written essays now required for graduate school entry exam

Test-takers winding their way through the Graduate Record Examinations will notice a big change starting Oct.1.Two written essays now will be required on the test.

Out of check

President Bush is beginning to overstep his bounds as he pushes for military action against Iraq. The commander in chief needs to consult Congress and other world leaders before launching a war to oust Saddam Hussein. As Congress returns to Capitol Hill from summer recess, members already are urging Bush to use caution in his endeavors and are pointing to the United Nations for guidance. Bush hopes to achieve a “regime change” in the Middle East nation to hinder Hussein’s development for chemical, biological and nuclear weapons.