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FOOTBALL

Knott not fazed by protest

Even though he didn’t play in Saturday’s home opener - a 35-21 victory over Central Michigan - about 100 protesters outside Spartan Stadium still felt Eric Knott’s presence. Knott said Monday that he was aware of the protests, but didn’t pay much attention to them.

COMMENTARY

SN should support local cartoonists

As a cartoonist in the Lansing area and a former MSU student, I am outraged and disgusted by The State News’ (MSU’s “independent” student newspaper?) lack of support for local talent.

MICHIGAN

Another outbreak of bovine TB found in Alpena County

An outbreak of bovine tuberculosis is forcing some Alpena County farmers to make a tough decision.This is the most recent outbreak of the deadly lung disease, following a series of sixteen other infected herds.John Molesworth, a veterinarian and district extension livestock agent for MSU Extension in Alpena County, said it is a heavy issue in the county.Molesworth said when a farmer finds traces of the disease in his cattle he has few choices of what to do.“They have two choices, they can either depopulate, which means kill them all and the state will pay them or they can test out of it,” he said.Alpena is one of four counties considered a high risk area of northeast lower Michigan for tuberculosis.

NEWS

Timeline: AMERICA UNDER ATTACK

The following timeline highlights the catastrophic events that unfolded earlier today: 8:45 a.m.: A large plane, possibly a hijacked airliner, crashes into one of the World Trade Center towers, tearing a gaping hole in the building and setting it afire.

MSU

Future business dean wants group effort to improve college

Future business Dean Robert Duncan hopes to improve the 16th ranked college in the nation - with some teamwork.Duncan, a professor at Northwestern University’s Kellogg Graduate School of Management, will become dean of the Eli Broad College of Business and Graduate School of Management in January.To improve the college, which is nationally ranked by U.S.

NEWS

Students in shock following blasts

MSU students gathered around TV sets and spent much of today getting in touch with loved ones after news spread of two apparent terrorist attacks on New York City and Washington, D.C.Andrew Keast, an art history senior, was on his way to get a haircut when he heard the news.“I can’t put it into words,” he said.

MSU

Future business dean wants group effort to improve college

Future business Dean Robert Duncan hopes to improve the 16th ranked college in the nation - with some teamwork.Duncan, a professor at Northwestern University’s Kellogg Graduate School of Management, will become dean of the Eli Broad College of Business and Graduate School of Management in January.To improve the college, which is nationally ranked by U.S.

NEWS

Officials urge Study Abroad students to be cautious

In the wake of today’s attack on the United States, the university’s Office of Study Abroad is warning its students overseas to take extra safety precautions in the upcoming days.“We’re communicating to all our other Study Abroad program participants to take a low profile, be extra cautious and take extra safety precautions in the coming days,” he said.MSU has only one student studying in any of the Middle East countries, Riedinger said.

MSU

U wanted MTV2? Officials fill request

Do you miss the days when MTV played more music videos?MTV2 has now been added to the University Housing Cable Channel, a blessing for music fans on campus, some say.Added at the start of the fall semester, MTV2 on Channel 16 showcases music videos 24 hours a day.“They came to us and offered their channel for free,” said Doug Owen, manager of the University Housing Cable Channel.

NEWS

Local tip line established

A local tip line has been set up by the FBI for those with information regarding today’s attacks. John Bell, Jr., special agent in charge of the Federal Bureau of Investigations in Detroit, said the FBI is cooperating with local and state agencies in response to today’s horrific events. Those with information are encouraged to contact the Detroit FBI at (313) 965-2323. Americans shouldn’t make assumptions regarding who’s responsible, and U.S.

FEATURES

Galleries present new artists, exhibits

Don’t complain there’s no culture in Lansing before taking a stroll through Old Town Lansing this fall.Five art galleries in Old Town held the First Sunday Gallery Walk on Sunday to introduce new artists and exhibits, most of which will run through October.“Each gallery has a new artist,” said Todd Mack, owner of Todd Mack Custom Framing Gallery, 307 E.

COMMENTARY

U.S. wrong to leave race conference

I write to show my strong disapproval of the pullout of the U.S. from the U.N. racism conference. It appears that the Bush administration policy toward world conferences appears to be “my way or the highway,” a description offered by an official in Newsweek. U.S.

MICHIGAN

Unhealthy lifestyles not uncommon

It’s no surprise college students are exposed to unhealthy amounts of fast -food, alcohol and tobacco.But other Michiganians aren’t any better.The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention released a study Friday in their Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report that said only 3 percent of Michigan adults follow a healthy lifestyle.The survey asked 4,314 Michigan adults in 1998 and 2000 a series of questions about their health.In the study, a healthy lifestyle is considered to include eating at least five servings of fruit and vegetables every day, exercising for at least 30 minutes five times a week and not smoking.Even though MSU is no exception, many people say there are opportunities for students to keep themselves in shape.Kellee Ostrander, co-owner and operator of Powerhouse Gym of East Lansing, 435 E.

NEWS

Counselors to see students tonight

Counselors from MSU’s Counseling Center will be at the Cherry Lane Apartments at 6 p.m. today to talk with students about the apparent terrorist attacks in New York City and Washington, D.C.“Everybody’s affected,” said Barb Walkington, a counselor with the center.

NEWS

Gas prices could escalate in wake of attacks

The price of gas is on the rise in Michigan, following today’s apparent terrorist attacks.Gas could rise as much as 15 to 20 cents a gallon, said Mark Griffin, president of the Michigan Petroleum Association/Michigan Association of Convenience Stores.

NEWS

Area shaken by catastrophic events

The apparent terrorist attacks that shook the world today had some immediate effects on the campus and surrounding communities: While classes at MSU are still open, Cooley Law School, Lansing Community College, the University of Michigan, Central Michigan University, Western Michigan University and Ferris State University have all canceled classes. Wayne State University canceled classes at 4 p.m.