Halls hat trick sparks MSU to 6-1 win over UMass-Amherst

MSU senior right wing Adam Hall knocked in two power play goals less than eight minutes into the game and recorded his first career hat trick as the Spartans breezed past UMass-Amherst 6-1 Friday night at Munn Ice Arena.Hall’s second man-advantage tally was his 100th career point, and his four-point night Friday took his career totals to 66 goals and 36 assists.The fourth-ranked Spartans (6-2-1 overall, 5-2-1 CCHA) outshot the Minutemen (3-4) 34-29 and MSU junior goaltender Ryan Miller made 22 saves for the win.Hall, who missed considerable practice time this week while nursing a “skate bite” above his ankle, showed no ill effects Friday.

Trot to aid anti-smoking cause

People thinking about quitting smoking cold turkey can seek support from others at the 14th Annual Cold Turkey Trot on Sunday. The Turkey Trot is a 5K race benefiting the American Lung Association of Michigan and will begin at 1 p.m.

Trustees aim to form clearer vision of U dorms future

The future of the West Circle dorms was discussed at Friday’s meeting of the MSU Board of Trustees as they mapped out how campus may look in 20 years. After months of discussion, the board is expected to vote on whether to approve the 2020 Vision master plan at its meeting next month. Demolition and reconstruction or extensive renovations of those residence halls and buildings with similar styles were two broad-based proposals presented by Chuck Gagliano, assistant vice president of Housing and Food Services. Gagliano said maintenance and other expenditures cost MSU about $600 more per student to live in West Circle than in other complexes on campus.

U works to keep campus mail rooms safe

Anthrax scares have popped up across the country, but MSU employees working in campus mail rooms can rest easier knowing the university has taken measures to promote their safety and comfort. Biohazard safety kits containing gloves, special containers and disposal instructions are available for mail rooms in every college and department through University Stores. The kits will be delivered based on request. “We are attempting to supply each building with a mail room with one of these kits,” said John Lewis, director of University Services.

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Party receives green light as national committee

It became a little easier to be Green on Thursday. The Green Party - which branded Ralph Nader its poster boy during the 2000 presidential election - gained equivalent status with the Republican and Democratic parities, regulators ruled. The Federal Election Commission voted 6-0 to recognize the Green Party of the United States as a national committee. “I think it is wonderful,” said Tim McCarty, a political theory and constitutional democracy sophomore, who worked for Nader during the 2000 election. The party’s new status means it can accept $20,000 a year per donor, and use the money toward state and local party committees.

Enthusiasts follow yoga traditions as positive physical practice

Whether the union of mind body and soul or the quest to be Madonna-esqe, yoga pumped arms drives enthusiasts to class, millions have tried the 5,000 year-old art. Instructor Ruth Fisk began practicing yoga before it was hip enough to draw 15 million Americans in search of bliss.

DCL looks to expand study abroad to Mexico

The MSU-Detroit College of Law has created a new study abroad program. The program, “Study Abroad in Mexico,” has not yet been approved by the American Bar Association.

Lack of plot proves movie isnt The One

I don’t often use the bathroom while watching a movie. I feel bad if I miss out on an important part of the story and can’t make a complete analysis of every second of the film for these reviews.

Racial profiling deserves coverage

I am writing in response to the complaint made by Mike O’Bryan about the Meridian Mall case (“Meridian Mall case gets too much play,” SN 11/7). First, to answer his question was it “truly worthy of the front page of the State News?” Yes!

Kent State first in NCAAs

Last year, the MSU field hockey team lost to Iowa in the first round of the Big Ten Tournament, ending the team’s season. This year, the team lost to Iowa in the second round, the Spartans’ first game of the tournament. But this time the game wasn’t a season-ender. The team received its first invitation to the NCAA Tournament, extending its season at least one more weekend.

Spartans could surprise Wildcats, Badgers second time around

On the weekend of Sept. 21-22 the Spartan volleyball team suffered two losses on the road to No.

Brothers set to compete

Regardless of the outcome in MSU’s football game against Indiana on Saturday, one player with the last name Rasmussen won’t be happy.That’s because sophomore defensive tackle Kyle Rasmussen’s older brother Kemp is the Hoosiers’ starting defensive end.This game will be the only time the brothers will get a chance to stand on opposite sidelines.“This is the last time we’re going to get to play each other so it’s kind of for bragging rights - forever,” Kyle said.That’s why they’ve been looking forward to it for so long, Kemp told The Associated Press.“I’ve had this game circled on my calendar since last year,” Kemp said.

Bombs left at Michigan Tech compelling U to be cautious

Two bombs found at Michigan Technological University on Monday have prompted MSU police to heighten security on campus. “We have stepped up patrols to our research areas and have increased foot patrols as a proactive response,” MSU police Detective Steven Beard said.

Columnist wishes for decision-free days of childhood

When it comes to a career, I believe everyone has control of his or her own destiny. But when it’s time to choose a career, why does that envisioned destiny seem to become a little clouded? When I was little, I had these great talks with my dad about my dreams, and everything seemed to be so simple.

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After up and down season, team ready to pounce at Big Ten Tournament

The matchup today between the MSU women’s soccer team and Michigan has more at stake than just state pride.The game comes in the first round of the Big Ten Tournament in West Lafayette, Ind.With a record of 10-7-2, the Spartans have only a slight chance of receiving a bid to the NCAA Tournament.But with a strong showing in the Big Ten Tournament, the team could win an automatic bid or at least increase its chances of receiving an invitation, head coach Tom Saxton said.“The NCAA Tournament is still there for us,” he said.

Izzo to get $1.3M, bonus to stay at U

MSU men’s basketball head coach Tom Izzo received a seven-year rolling contract Wednesday, recognizing him as one of the elite college basketball coaches in the country. The contract, stemming from his rapid success at the program’s helm, brings his annual earnings up $200,000 to $1.3 million, MSU President M.

Students needed abortion exhibit

The visit of “The Genocide Awareness Project” has spurred opinions in The State News lately, and as the president of MSU Students For Life, I would like to respond. First, one student wrote in a letter that she didn’t see “one pamphlet supporting counseling centers” (“Presentation does not solve problem,” SN 10/29). There were three, in addition to signs posted for crisis pregnancies and post-abortive counseling.

Kilpatrick lays out future

Kwame Kilpatrick began talking about his plans for his new job as the mayor of Detroit on Wednesday. “I think young people across the country can look at Detroit as a beacon of light,” said Kilpatrick, the Detroit Democrat who defeated City Council President Gil Hill in Tuesday’s election. With 91 percent of precincts reporting Wednesday, Kilpatrick had 104,287 votes, or 54 percent, to Hill’s 88,992 votes, or 46 percent. After serving as House minority leader for the past 10 months, Kilpatrick earned a narrow victory over Hill early Wednesday.