Green Party gathering brought U a swinging shindig
Thursday at 5 p.m., Ariana Lind, co-president of the MSU chapter of the Green Party, arrives at the Auditorium - approximately four hours ahead of Green Party presidential candidate Ralph Nader.
King works on latest novel, film projects
His résumé reads like an American Film Institute Top 100 list, recording his work with unforgettable films such as “The Shawshank Redemption,” “Misery,” “Stand By Me” and “The Green Mile.” His movies have created genuine feeling in people for more than two decades, whether those emotions be extreme horror, deep sadness, divine absolution or even witty cheerfulness.
SN reader tells U rules of the rock
I am writing in response to Sheena Harrison’s article (“Fraternity paints over heritage message on rock,” SN 9/25). The outrage felt by Culturas de las Razas Unidas has little foundation.
Log rolls off shelves
Rianne Jones says she never thought distributing 25,000 copies of the Red Cedar Log was beyond reach.“I was really confident,” said Jones, Red Cedar Log editor in chief.
U receives awaited funding in House higher education budget
LANSING - The state House approved the $1.66 billion higher education budget Tuesday to fund Michigan’s 15 public universities for the fiscal year that begins Oct.
Woman wrestler deserves kudos
In most professions, clotheslining, slamming and tossing fellow employees to the ground will get you fired.
Camron raises the bar with S.D.E.
Cam’ron S.D.E. (Sports, Drugs & Entertainment) (Epic Records) Before rapper Mase found Christ, he found time to make the hit single “Horse & Carriage” with fellow Harlem World member Cam’ron.
Despite likability, Virginwool has yet to make mainstream
Virginwool Open Heart Surgery (Breaking Records) Virginwool is a peculiar name for a band.
U students act like high schoolers
I am a senior at East Lansing High school. I got up Friday morning and stumbled upon Sarah Emery’s column (“Don’t cry over spilled mocha latte with whipped cream,” SN 9/22) and my first thought was, “Why hasn’t anyone said anything before now?” Every year I watch the crowds of college students invade the town, take over the coffee shops, bars, bookstores and restaurants of our streets only to cause havoc in the world I know.
MTV brings voter registration campaign to Campus Fest event
Music isn’t the only thing MTV is good for.With the 2000 presidential election approaching, MTV Networks has launched its “Choose or Lose 2000” political voter campaign.And right now, the station is busy motivating MSU students to exercise their democratic rights by registering students to vote during the Sports Illustrated Campus Fest, being held at the rock on Farm Lane.The sixth annual festival, which is free and open to the public, continues through 4 p.m.
Clinton shouldnt have released oil
I’m writing in response to the decision made by President Clinton to use 5 percent of the national oil reserves in order to alleviate the high energy prices, specifically at the gas pump. I find his decision to be irresponsible and simply stupid.
Voucher proposal forum will discuss amendment of state constitution tonight
An MSU-Detroit College of Law forum today will address the state school voucher ballot proposal. Pro-voucher group Kids First!
Fire kills Lansing man
Lansing police and fire crews are investigating a suspicious death in connection with a fire that occuring early Tuesday. The Lansing Fire Department received a call at 4:25 a.m.
E.L. voters approve $66 million school bond issues
With all 14 precincts reporting, East Lansing voters approved more than $66 million in improvements to the city’s high school and MacDonald Middle School on Tuesday. “It’s a crystal clear message that our students will have a bright future,” Superintendent Thomas Giblin said.
Runners dash for cash in support of exhibits
Dinosaurs might be extinct. But the MSU Federal Credit Union-sponsored Dinosaur Dash is still running strong. The 15th annual 5K race is scheduled to begin at 10 a.m.
College of Social Science greets acting dean
For Gary Manson, good faculty is going to make his new job as acting dean of the College of Social Science just a little bit easier. Manson was officially named acting dean at Friday’s MSU Board of Trustees meeting.
Copacabana portrays drama of life in show biz
Like many who go to the Big Apple to try to make it big in show business, Darcie Roberts got her break in New York.Tonight, Roberts plays a similar role as Lola Lamar, the leading lady in Barry Manilow’s “Copacabana,” who heads to New York to break into the business.The play is inspired by Manilow’s Grammy award-winning song “Copacabana.” “Copacabana” is the story of a small-town girl from Tulsa, Okla.
U will not block Napster for now
MSU will not block the music-sharing service Napster, according to a university letter released Friday.