State resolution condemns attacks

The state House will introduce a bipartisan resolution condemning the terrorist attacks on the United States when representatives meet Thursday.State Rep.

Speech postponed due to flight trouble

A lecture by two Arab American leaders scheduled for today with James Madison College students has been postponed.Jim Zogby, president of the Arab American Institute, and U.S.

Hypnotist entertains U with mental powers

The soothing music.A calm voice speaking into the microphone. These things sent some MSU students into a state of deep relaxation during two shows presented by hypnotist Thomas Bresadola on Saturday at the International Center.About 50 people were in attendance for the first show, which featured students thinking they were at a racetrack or flying in an airplane.The event was sponsored by the University Activities Board.“I have been studying hypnotic powers since I was 17, and I became a full-time hypnotist when I was 27,” said Bresadola, who lives in New York.Bresadola has worked with people with high amounts of stress, those who are trying to quit smoking and athletes.“Athletes are basically the same when it comes to being physical, but the mental part is also important,” he said.

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Marchers advocate amity among battle cries

Sean Scherer’s father began protesting the Vietnam War when he was a sophomore in college. Scherer, an elementary education sophomore, said it’s unfortunate that he had to follow in his father’s footsteps Saturday. “I’m all about peace and love and happiness,” he said with a handmade peace poster at his side.

9-11

Bombs are flying through the sky Innocence will now die Shock and fear run through our veins Looking, searching for the blames Who has done such an evil deed? Who has caused our world to bleed? Sorrow, pain, anticipation, Flood our wounded grieving nation Sisters, brothers gone away Mothers, fathers lost at day Friends forever never seen, Implications are obscene Men enlist to give their lives Take revenge on men of knives Women calm their shaken kids Looking out for their needs Sisters, brothers hold their hands Praying for uncounted friends Politicians run around Here and there and all about Try to solve the gruesome web Which Americans are dead? Who has dared to wound this state, Took our freedom as their bate? Now our souls are stones of hate Nine-one-one we won’t forget And revenge we pledge to get. Marina Freyman advertising senior

New director says education the key to unity

As new director of the Julian Samora Research Institute at MSU, Israel Cuellar will focus on education as the key to rebuilding the Latino community.“People who are more well-educated have better jobs, and that reduces the income disparities that exist,” he said.

Terrorist attacks leave nation mourning, but for how long?

Trying to be funny this week probably wouldn’t be received as well as it otherwise might. Things are a little different right now, so I’ll begin trying to make people laugh again next Monday.

Museum continues quilting series

Despite a canceled lecture Sunday because of flight problems, the MSU Museum still has a series of quilting events planned in the upcoming months. Kitty Clark Cole, an avid collector and creator of quilts, was unable to give her lecture, “It’s Better With Cheddar,” referring to the orange-colored quilt fabrics that she enjoys, because she couldn’t get a flight from Wisconsin to Michigan. Cole has greatly supported the museum and generously donated 13 quilts from her collection to the Michigan Quilt Project, which is housed in the MSU Museum.

Community breaks ground on Jewish student center

After a four-year campaign, one MSU student group will see its dream come true.A groundbreaking ceremony was held Sunday to kick off construction of a new Hillel Jewish Student Center, 402 Linden St., on the former location of the old structure.More than 75 people came to celebrate the beginning of the new structure.“A new Hillel building is extremely important to MSU,” said Andrew Bocknek, a finance senior who also sits on the Hillel board of governors.

Support of Israel asked for attacks

I think the United States asked for this terrible chain reaction of tragedies Tuesday. While I will not go through everything that brought us to this, I would like to note that maybe the single biggest sin the United States committed was its continued support of Israel, even as much of the world became increasingly critical of its dealings with the Palestinians.

Terrorism was strike against all Americans

This attack was a personal attack against all of us, and should bring a personal and strong response.

Alumnus not proud U was open after attack

Unlike some fellow Spartan alumni, I am not proud MSU stayed open after what was, perhaps, the worst thing to happen to the United States ever. To not take at least one day off to observe, mourn and reflect is an abortion of humanity and patriotism.

Twin towers stood strong until demise

There has been an earthquake in the spirit of America. There is not one person who can ignore this event.

Religion provides emotional outlet

Reflections and condolences were expressed during the weekend as masses of people visited places of worship in the area and across the country.Michelle Martin said she made sure she was out of work in time to join friends for evening prayer Sunday at East Lansing’s All Saints Episcopal Church, 800 Abbott Road.“I was really trying to make it today,” said Martin, a nursing senior.

Keeping campus open thwarts terror

After the tragic events that occurred early Tuesday morning in New York and Washington, our nation’s leaders requested we give our respect, thoughts and prayers to the victims of the terrorist attacks and to their families.

Tragic events cant stop Recruitment

Despite Tuesday’s tragedy, potential greeks were in no short supply during men’s Recruitment last week.“Overall, I think this was probably one of our best sessions since I’ve been here at MSU,” said Interfraternity Council President Josh Tudor.

Day of prayer honored with vigil

About 100 MSU students and faculty gathered in front of the Union on Friday to hold a candlelight vigil in honor of the lives lost in Tuesday’s attacks.As part of his declaration that made Friday a national day of prayer and remembrance, President Bush asked people across the country to light candles at 7 p.m.

Michigan Drilled

In the hustle and bustle of last week, politics as usual went on in our state. The Department of Natural Resources announced Friday that Michigan will again issue leases for slant drilling for gas and oil under the Great Lakes. The DNR’s intent and timing are ill conceived.

Campus gathers to pray, remember

When the seats of the Wharton Center’s Great Hall filled Friday afternoon, students, faculty and community members who wanted to participate in the university-sponsored prayer and remembrance service moved to the Pasant Theatre’s simulcast. When the Pasant Theatre filled, they crouched in the aisles and lined the staircases of the halls. When those were filled, they listened quietly, shoulder-to-shoulder, in the lobby. More than 3,800 people came to the service, leaving classrooms and offices across campus empty.