U worked hard to clear away snow

I am writing in response to the editorial about the university being unprepared for the winter storm that occurred Jan.

Womens hoops feeds of stingy defense

In the week leading up to its game against Illinois, MSU women’s basketball head coach Joanne P.

SN biased against Republican board

Last week, I read an editorial that said Gov. John Engler is sabotaging the Board of Trustees by removing a Democratic member through an appointment to the bench (“Engler games,” SN 2/1). For some reason, the blame was on Engler for making a nonpartisan decision to give someone a chance to realize a dream that very few have a chance to do.

Stereotype contains factual information

Regarding your article “Group protests depiction on flier” (SN 2/7), the complaints about the advertisement for “Kung Pow: Enter the Fist” seem to be the ad is discriminatory against Asian Americans because it 1) refers to consumption of dog meat, and 2) contains exaggerated physical features.

Richardson shows air

Former MSU All-American Jason Richardson swept through the NBA All Star weekend in Philadelphia on Saturday. The former Spartan was named MVP of The ‘got milk?’ Rookie Challenge, scoring 26 points on 11-of-18 shooting, including a 3-of-5 from three-point range.

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Munn Ice luck runs out with Irish

Heavy underdog Notre Dame dealt fourth-ranked MSU a double blow with a 3-2 upset win at Munn Ice Arena Saturday night.With the setback, the Spartans saw their school-record home unbeaten streak snapped at 33 games (30-0-3). MSU hadn’t lost at home since a 2-1 decision to Omaha on Oct.

MIDDAY UPDATE: New apartment complexes luring students from downtown with furnishings, extra amenities

Sunlight peering through the windows cast shadows on the furniture in the apartment Jennifer Webb and Kierra Tandy were touring.After signing a lease for the fall semester, the two MSU students wanted to see what an apartment completely furnished looked like at Capstone Commons apartments, 2501 Abbott Road.“Its not far, it took us five minutes to get here, and we have been staying on campus for two years,” said Webb, a medical technician sophomore.“It was a real quick decision.”New apartment complexes that offer pre-furnished rooms, club houses and workout areas have become a popular choice for some students.Since 1999 three apartment complexes have come into the area, many offering similar amenities.But the properties have also become hefty competition for landlords with homes and older apartment complexes closer to campus.

Oscar nominations arouse speculation in award season

As it must every year, award season has come again for the entertainment industry - recognition for all sorts of music, television and especially movies.The biggest award ceremony for films every year is the Oscars, and the nominations for that ceremony will be announced on Tuesday morning.

Spartan win over Buckeyes raises questions for postseason

For the past three years, MSU men’s basketball head coach Tom Izzo and his teams have fought to end their season as one of the Final Four.

Identity crisis

When officials from around the United States meet with the American Association of Motor Vehicle Administrators to discuss the possibility of government-issued national ID cards, it is imperative that they consider citizens’ privacy. Debates about ID cards and their distribution have been steadily brewing since the Sept.

Rollerball another disappointing remake

Hollywood is really running out of ideas. With a lack of good scripts floating around, the powers that be have decided to remake every single movie possible.

Defense spurs upset win

Ohio State’s backcourt duo of Brian Brown and Brent Darby were on an offensive tear before arriving at Breslin Center on Sunday. Brown and Darby combined for an average of 28.1 points per game before losing to MSU (14-9 overall, 5-5 Big Ten) 67-64.

Cancer clinical trials become more accessible

In a unique contract among patient advocate groups, employers and insurance companies, a coalition agreed Wednesday to cover routine patient costs associated with cancer clinical trials. Clinical trials are experiments and studies involving people that test new cancer drugs and study the effectiveness of existing treatments.

Student governments end association

Ann Arbor - The undergraduate student governments of the Big Ten voted to dissolve their organization and replace it with a biannual meeting Sunday at the University of Michigan. ASMSU, MSU’s undergraduate student government, was the only school that voted to keep the Associated Students of the Big Ten.

Children create crafts at museum

Newspapers lined the floor of Kresge Art Museum as children of all ages gathered around glitter-covered tables to use child-proof scissors and colored paper to make valentines for someone they love.“A Celebration of Heart” took place Sunday afternoon and gave students and families a chance to interact as they hand-crafted valentines and puppets.Participating in the puppet-making workshop conducted by Carol Lacca, Madeline Booth, 7, looked up to her father for guidance.“Daddy, I can’t figure out how to get her hair on,” she said.Phil Booth, a Williamston resident, reached down to assist his daughter.

Training center to be built in Delta Township

Lansing - The Lansing Community College Board of Trustees finalized its application Friday to place a new training facility in Delta Township. The $6.9 million Michigan Technical Education Center and $16.7 million training center will train workers for General Motors Corp., its suppliers and other high-tech manufacturers.

Contest rewards responsible recycling

Lansing - Two weeks ago, Lansing resident John Kanillopoolos didn’t have any extra trash bags to lend to his friend, but now he has more than enough money to buy some extras. Kanillopoolos was the latest winner of the Lansing Recycler of the Week contest, a program started two years ago by the operations and maintenance division of the city’s Public Service Department. Winners have an option of choosing a $100 cash prize or 75 green city trash bags, worth $125.

Politicians have much to learn from McCains campaign examples

When Sen. John McCain, R-Ariz., campaigned to become our nation’s chief executive in 2000, he communicated a message of patriotism, hope and an unabashedly fervent belief in the American dream. Hard-core Republican reactionaries feared McCain because he was not conservative enough for their liking.

Powwow honors heritage

With the heartbeat of the event pulsating in the background, Native Americans of all ages danced to the beat of a celebratory drum during the weekend while adorned in colorful and intricate regalia of eagle feathers, sashes, bells and shawls. The 19th annual Pow-Wow of Love took place Saturday and Sunday at the Pavilion for Agriculture and Livestock Education.