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Ghandi inspires student volunteers

Shannon Murphy
October 9, 2000

Dozens of MSU students took to the streets Saturday, taking part in volunteerism events to commemorate the National Ghandi Day of Service.The Coalition of Indian Undergraduate Students and Into the Streets sponsored the activities, which sent student volunteers to 15 different sites throughout East Lansing and Lansing.The event, which is named for the late Indian leader Mahatma Ghandi, is seen as a way to share his charitable ideas among people, said Amit Agarwal, social chairman for the coalition.“This is a day to show appreciation for the important ideals of Ghandi,” the political economy sophomore said.

NEWS

Spikers split weekend Big Ten home games

Eric Mckinney
October 7, 2000

With a win over Indiana tonight, the MSU women's volleyball team split its' weekend home stand after losing to Penn State on Friday. It was two different worlds for the Spartans this weekend, said MSU head coach Chuck Erbe.

NEWS

Spartans fall to Hawkeyes

Arthur Alcid
October 7, 2000

A strong effort by T.J. Duckett wasn’t enough to keep Iowa winless.Hawkeye receiver Kevin Kasper fended off Spartan defenders and took a screen pass 43 yards to lift Iowa over the Spartans 21-16.MSU falls to 3-2 overall, 0-2 Big Ten.

NEWS

New train service would take U home

Rachel Wright
October 6, 2000

Students may be able to use the Capital Area Transportation Authority for more than just a ride across campus or around town.CATA could help take them home, not by bus but by train.After three years of planning, a Lansing to Detroit passenger rail service is another step closer to reality.

MICHIGAN

House Democratic leaders outline plan to promote family issues agenda

Cutler Fetherston
October 6, 2000

Leaders of the House Democratic Caucus outlined their ambitious 12-point agenda Thursday, which they intend to pass during the first 100 days of the 2001 session.The agenda, titled the “Family Fairness Guarantee,” will address what Democrats feel to be the most important issues for Michigan families - better schools, HMO reform, a cleaner environment and retirement security.House Minority Leader Michael Hanley, D-Saginaw, said the plan will happen because he expects Democrats to “take back the House” after the Nov.

SPORTS

Teams primed for weekend competition

The men’s ice hockey team will battle Western Ontario at 7:05 p.m. today at Munn Ice Arena. Coming off a 6-4 upset loss to the under-18 USA Development Team on Tuesday, head coach Ron Mason’s club looks to rebound against the Canadian university. “We wanted to skate against (the National Team),” Mason said, referring to playing a finesse-style game.

SPORTS

Kickers look to improve

Justin A. Rice
October 6, 2000

As the men’s and women’s soccer teams enter the final stretch of Big Ten play this weekend, both teams have the opportunity to climb over the .500 mark in the conference.The women’s team will face Northwestern at 4 p.m.

COMMENTARY

SN should write on new topics

It seems as though every time I open to the Opinion Page of The State News there is an article holding women’s magazines, certain clothing brands and the like responsible for destroying girl’s self image.

MICHIGAN

Family offers reward for E.L. beating information

Dan Austin
October 6, 2000

The family of a man severely beaten outside of an East Lansing eatery is offering a $500 reward for information about their son’s attacker. Brandon D’Annunzio, a 24-year-old Livonia resident, is in stable but critical condition at Lansing’s Sparrow Hospital.

COMMENTARY

Major move

Wednesday’s forum in Akers Hall was a positive step by both MSU police and minority student leaders toward improving relations.

SPORTS

Muskegon gridder commits to U

Krista Latham
October 6, 2000

Jason Randall, a 6-foot-6, 240-pound tight end from Muskegon, verbally committed to join the Spartan gridders next fall. Randall, who is best noted for his size and running speed, is a top 20 in-state recruit and should be a nice compliment to MSU’s team, said Bill Kurelic of the online recruiting service Rivals100.com.

NEWS

Old Man Winter comes knocking

Sarah M. Emery
October 6, 2000

Rochelle Harris has had enough.She senses the cold weather that is about to roll into mid-Michigan, and she’s not happy.“I hate Michigan and I am moving as soon as I can,” the advertising and French junior said.As Harris made her way to class Thursday afternoon - all bundled up carrying her black oversized umbrella - she was frustrated.“I can’t handle this,” she said, as chilly rain steadily came down.

FEATURES

Electra Legend creates another choice for night

Justin D. Brown
October 6, 2000

“The Electra Legend” tells a story of a young woman, betrayal and murder. Just like the story of “Oedipus” has sparked controversy around the world, “The Electra Legend” has encountered a few problems because of its sexual themes. “There’s been a lot of controversy surrounding the play because of the incest the play suggests between Electra and her brother and the all-around sexual theme,” said theater senior Kelly Kaufmann, who plays Clytemnestra, Electra’s mother. The show opened the Department of Theatre’s season last weekend at the Arena Theater in the Auditorium.

NEWS

Gore rally draws nonvoters

Emily Robinson
October 6, 2000

GRAND RAPIDS - Three men at a rally for Democratic presidential hopeful Al Gore on Thursday afternoon said they felt like tourists.They say they’re interested in U.S.