Alcohol statistics dont reflect U

Recently The State News printed an article that placed MSU at the top of the alcohol arrest list (“‘U’ tops U.S.

Fair offers information on studying overseas

Barb Dunlap returned from an MSU study abroad program 28 years ago, but she’s reliving the experience as her daughter prepares for her own.The East Lansing resident graduated from MSU in 1975, a year after studying abroad in England.“I absolutely loved the program,” she said.

ASMSU to vote on tax increase

A proposed $2-per-semester student tax increase likely will be voted on tonight at ASMSU’s joint Student Assembly and Academic Assembly meeting.All students can attend the undergraduate student government meeting to voice concerns at 6:30 p.m.

Even one word can change meaning

Matt Treadwell remarked that “the book known as the Bible... is not exempt from human error.” (“Biblical message found beyond wording,” SN 1/30) While I agree that sometimes mistakes are made in copying or translation, reading from a modern Torah scroll (the five books of Moses) in Hebrew is identical to reading from the Dead Sea Scrolls, even though there is a “publishing” gap of 2,000 years.

Subscription scam raises student awareness on consumer rights

Elizabeth Jenks got less than she bargained for when she subscribed to Cosmopolitan magazine through a charitable fund.In July 2001, the electrical engineering junior signed up for a two-year subscription to the fashion magazine.

Corrections director resigns, accepts CEO position

Gov. John Engler accepted the resignation of Michigan Department of Corrections Director Bill Martin on Wednesday.“Over the many years I’ve known him, Bill Martin has served the citizens of Michigan ably,” Engler said in a written statement.

Passport requests increase for break

Jodie Simons, a study abroad veteran, got her passport in time to leave for the United Kingdom.A decision that not only made her mass media trip to London easier, but also pleased her mother.“I held off probably until March,” the journalism junior said.

BREAKING NEWS: FDA grants BioPort go-ahead to begin shipping anthrax vaccine

Okemos - BioPort Corp. was approved by the Food and Drug Administration today to start shipping the anthrax vaccine.The FDA approved the pharmaceutical company’s Spokane, Wash.-based Hollister-Stier Laboratories to fill vials of the vaccine.The only FDA licensed producer of the vaccine, BioPort’s Lansing facility located at 3500 N.

Mail-order contact lens companies combat eye care legislation

Angela Brabant isn’t asking for much. She just wants the most convenient, fastest way to get a refill on her contact lens prescription.She turns to 1-800-CONTACTS and gets a refill within two to three days.“It doesn’t cost a lot less, but it’s a lot more convenient,” the family and child ecology junior said.

Center to hold winter events

The Woldumar Nature Center has several programs approaching geared toward family education.“Winterfest” will be held from 10 a.m.

Student strives to run successful record label

Kambiri Amadi isn’t the typical college student. He owns his own record label, has completed internships with some well-known record companies and is working with radio station WQHH (96.5-FM) in Lansing - this along with balancing a hectic class schedule and social life. “It was really difficult and I’m surprised I stuck with it,” the interdisciplinary studies and business senior said. Amadi had an internship with Warner Brothers Music Group in New York City during the spring and with Interscope Records in Detroit last fall. Sheree Bell is the associate director of marketing for Warner Brothers Music Group. “He has this passion for music and this willingness to want to learn and grow in this industry,” she said.

Police briefs 01/31/02

Enforcer commands respect

When Brian Maloney is on the ice, people take notice. And referees and opposing players have started to take extra notice. That’s because the 6-foot-1, 208-pound junior left wing has earned a reputation as one of the CCHA’s toughest enforcers. Maloney, 23, is the oldest and most-penalized player on the Spartans - the least-penalized team in the CCHA.

Spartans want revenge

The MSU women’s basketball team is looking for retribution following a loss to Wisconsin three weeks ago. The Badgers defeated the Spartans 86-78 in double overtime Jan.

Columnist discovers comedy on campus

I have been told that in this existentialist age in which we live, nothing is funny anymore. I cannot help but be saddened by such a bleak outlook on the state of humor in modern times.

Biblical message found beyond wording

While reading an Associated Press news story Monday, I learned a popular version of the Bible is being revised to include gender-neutral wording.

Record follows stereotype

Here we go again. It’s nice to see artists out there still playing rock ’n’ roll writing their own music and attempting something other than the mainstream - but being able to differentiate between a band’s songs is key as well.

The Presidents State of the Union Address

9:15 p.m. E.S.T., Jan. 29, 2002THE PRESIDENT: Thank you very much. Mr. Speaker, Vice President Cheney, members of Congress, distinguished guests, fellow citizens: As we gather tonight, our nation is at war, our economy is in recession, and the civilized world faces unprecedented dangers.

Officials analyze highs, lows of speech

As President Bush delivered his first State of the Union address before Congress Tuesday night, a nation enduring a year that included terrorism, recession and war tuned in. “I’m glad that he focused on the most important things,” said Jason Ahrens, of the MSU College Republicans who was encouraged by Bush’s response to terrorism.

MID-DAY UPDATE: Student spring-break travelers running out of time to receive passports

Study abroad trips and spring break vacations could end much sooner than expected for students if they don’t start dealing with the logistics now.Representatives from the U.S.