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Officials urge Study Abroad students to be cautious

Sara Luneburg
September 11, 2001

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

Okey Umelo
September 11, 2001

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

Steve Eder
September 11, 2001

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

Leslie Escobar
September 11, 2001

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

Ed Ronco
September 11, 2001

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

Shaun Byron
September 11, 2001

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

Steve Eder
September 11, 2001

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.

MSU

Administration seeks student input on future look of campus

The MSU community will have a chance to look into the future of the campus at 2020 Vision forums held today and Wednesday. Students will have an opportunity to ask questions and give input to the 2020 Vision work team before final plans are sent to the MSU Board of Trustees for final approval. The meetings will be held at 3 p.m.

COMMENTARY

Key to safety

In the wake of two sexual assault cases at Williams Hall, residence hall officials are urging students to lock their doors.

MICHIGAN

Arab American leaders to pay a visit to U

Steve Eder
September 11, 2001

A pair of Arab American leaders from Washington, D.C. will speak with James Madison College students Monday about the conflict in the Middle East and about domestic concerns. Jim Zogby, president of the Arab American Institute, and U.S.

FEATURES

Rendition of classic uninspiring

Drew Harmon
September 11, 2001

The original was written by Alexandre Dumas. But this one is pure dumbass. The ad promotion for the new stinker “The Musketeer” goes like this - “Like you’ve never seen it before.” Well, they got that right.

NEWS

Former State News staff member gets first-hand view of New York City chaos

Ed Ronco
September 11, 2001

For 2001 MSU graduate and former State News staff member Becky Amos, today’s morning train ride from her Hoboken, N.J., home into New York City was standard - until she arrived at her destination. When she got off the train shorting after 9 a.m., the second of the World Trade Center’s twin centers hadn’t been struck by a plane yet. She had a clear view of the towers from the station. “There were people standing in the streets looking up,” she said.

NEWS

Editor: Tragedy makes one ask Why?

When I woke up Tuesday morning, my biggest problem was that I wasn’t sure if I was prepared for my journalism ethics class.An hour later, I wasn’t sure if I was prepared for anything.I consider myself a smart person.