Alumni visit inspires students, bridges gap

Three successful alumni retraced their paths from college to career while visiting campus last week.Jack Epps Jr., Juli Betwee and John Scott presented a panel discussion for students and faculty Friday morning as part of the second annual College of Arts and Letters Alumni Leaders Program.“The thing that impresses me is how inspiring the leaders are and how they related their experiences with students,” said Patrick McConeghy, associate dean of the College of Arts and Letters.Epps, who co-wrote several movie scripts, including “Top Gun” with the late MSU Professor Jim Cash, said he hoped to show students there are no limits to success.“It’s important to see people with experience so you can gauge where you want to go,” he said.

Children create crafts at museum

Tinsel, markers, bright paper, ribbon, glitter and lots of glue engulfed tabletops at Kresge Art Museum on Sunday as families, college students and even some high schoolers came to create their own valentines.“A Celebration of Heart” allowed patrons of Kresge to create valentines and puppets for a small fee Sunday, and provided equally sweet confections and lemonade to boot.“This one’s for my mom, I don’t have any boyfriends,” said Peyton Frank, 4, of the glittery, heart-laden concoction in front of her.

Software allows U to access information offline

A new type of free Internet software may make it easier for students and faculty to research online. The software, called “q,” allows Web browsers to save Internet links in groups and refer back to them even after connection to the net has been terminated.

Guarantee U

ASMSU should not be focusing its efforts on breaking the tuition guarantee, but should work to get rid of the funding gap instead. ASMSU’s Academic Assembly passed a measure last Tuesday to recommend the Board of Trustees alter MSU’s tuition guarantee, and the proposal recommends tuition increases for the next four years be held to the rate of inflation plus 2 percent. ASMSU is the university’s undergraduate student government. The tuition guarantee, instituted in 1994, states increases in tuition will not exceed the projected rate of inflation or consumer price index. This proposal could be detrimental to many students who struggle to pay for college with tuition rates as they are.

Spartans barely win against Minnesota

Minneapolis, Minn. - The Spartans made it clear they came to play in Minneapolis from the opening tip with an alley-oop dunk by junior guard Jason Richardson.“It was just a great chance for us to get going,” he said.

Rogers named majority deputy whip

U.S. Rep. Mike Rogers R-Brighton, has been named the majority deputy whip in the U.S. House of Representatives.Rogers, who started his term in January, noted in written statement that it is rare for a freshman to be named to the leadership position.He will be responsible for representing the upper-Midwest and the freshman class among Republican leadership.Rogers also submitted testimony Wednesday to the House Budget Committee, urging consideration of his proposal for a federal tax-free college and technical education savings accounts.

Environmentalists criticize state

The Michigan Environmental Council released its second report Thursday criticizing the work of the state Department of Environmental Quality.The report, “Continuing Dereliction of Duty: How Michigan’s Environmental Agency Defies the Law and the Public,” was released by a coalition of 20 environmental agencies that say the department is not doing a good enough job protecting the environment.The 20-page report is the second released by the council.

Miller gets shutout, breaks record

Move over Wally Easton.Ryan Miller is college hockey’s new shutout king.The MSU sophomore goaltender’s 17th career shutout, a 3-0 blanking of Alaska-Fairbanks, broke Easton’s 70-year-old record Saturday night in front of 6,701 fans at Munn Ice Arena.Easton recorded 16 shutouts at Clarkson University from 1927 to 1931.“I’m glad it’s over,” Miller said.

Mens hoops sneak by Gophers in 94-83 win

MINNEAPOLIS, Minn. - MSU remained in the hunt for a Big Ten championship with its 94-83 win Saturday over Minnesota.The victory gives the Spartans, (19-3 overall, 8-3 Big Ten) sole possession of second place in the Beg Ten after No.

Icers win, shutout record unbroken

It wasn’t a record-breaking night at Munn Ice Arena on Friday, but top-ranked MSU got a key win.Sophomore goaltender Ryan Miller made 25 saves, but lost his bid for an NCAA record-breaking 17th career shutout with 11:04 to play in MSU’s 4-1 win over Alaska-Fairbanks.MSU (23-3-4 overall, 16-3-3 CCHA) and Fairbanks (8-13-6, 6-11-6) will re-match Saturday at 7:05 p.m.Nanook defenseman Daniel Carriere’s quick slap shot from the right circle beat Miller inside the far post, cutting MSU’s lead to 3-1.The goal was the first Miller had allowed at Munn since Dec.

Kegs dont cause binge drinking

I’m writing in response to the letter written by state Rep. Sandy Caul, (“Keg legislation will save lives” SN 2/8). I am a student here at MSU, and I can’t believe the things I am hearing.

Spartan hoops set for Minnesota

It’s back to the road for the MSU men’s basketball team.The No. 4 Spartans (18-3 overall, 7-3 Big Ten) look to cure their road woes Saturday at Minnesota (16-7, 4-6).“There’s so many things that become factors,” senior forward Andre Hutson said of playing on the road.

DAnnunzio case returns to spotlight

Four months after Brandon D’Annunzio was severely beaten outside an East Lansing bar, officials hope renewed media attention can bring in the tip to crack the case. Detroit’s WJBK Fox 2 will air a segment on the death of D’Annunzio, a 24-year-old Michigan Technological University engineering student who was beaten Oct.

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Freshman dismissed from top-ranked hockey squad

Jeremy Jackson, who has played in only one game since Jan. 19, was dismissed from the top-ranked Spartan hockey team on Thursday.The freshman center from Langley, British Columbia was fourth on the team with 19 points - seven goals and 12 assists - this season, but he hasn’t always seen eye-to-eye with MSU head coach Ron Mason.In a release issued by MSU Sports Information, Mason said Jackson was dismissed for “accountability issues in the classroom and with the team.”Mason suspended Jackson for the Jan.

Take care of U.S. before others

I am responding to Brian Emerson Jones’ column (“Bush’s memorandum can be felt worldwide,” SN 2/7). I have only read the first two paragraphs and already feel it necessary to write this letter.

Olin tells U what causes colds

While doing everything you can to avoid catching sick germs, escape to the cold and snow outside. Yes, that’s right.

Spartans make it close, bow to ranked opponent

When sophomore guard Vnemina Reese hit a three-pointer from the corner with four minutes left to tie the game against Penn State at 52, she knew one big stop may be all her team needed. It has been seven games since a win felt that close. “All I thought about was getting back on defense,” she said.

Hannibal

Dinner with McPherson up for grabs in auction

Dinner with MSU President M. Peter McPherson may be an option for students attending the School of Hospitality Business’ Big Ten Auction on Saturday.