Rally opposes war in Iraq

More than 60 people stood on the curb of Michigan Avenue on Wednesday, holding signs that said "Not one more death.

Council approves 18 changes to majors

As of fall 2006, the university will offer a bachelor's degree in Global and Area Studies, a new major in the College of Social Science. The news of this major was part of the University Committee on Curriculum's short report presented and approved at Tuesday's Academic Council meeting. James Madison College Professor Michael Schechter presented the short report at the meeting. Retailing is another new major at MSU, which will be a doctorate program and become effective in spring 2006.

Football ticket policy topic of RHA meeting

Athletics Director Ron Mason will speak during tonight's meeting of the Residence Halls Association at 7 p.m.

Enrichment seminar begins Thurs. night

Starting on Thursday, a three-week self-enrichment seminar will begin to teach personal leadership, management and motivation. Motivational speaker Keturah Jones will teach the seminar. "It will give tools to work with for reaching your goals," Jones said. The seminar is from 7-9 p.m.

ASMSU still lobbying for lower rates

Following a bill from ASMSU's Student Assembly that looked into lowering parking meter rates on campus, representatives are still working to get support from the university. The initial bill was approved Sept.

E.L. voters to decide application deadlines

The deadline for city politicians to apply to run in city elections could change with a proposal that will appear on the ballot for the Nov.

Fashion show raises fair labor issues

Members of Students for Economic Justice, or SEJ, held a fashion show featuring MSU apparel Tuesday in front of the Administration Building. The event was meant to show students and staff that merchandise bearing the MSU name and logo might possibly still be made in sweatshops. The group also wanted to push university officials to strengthen their role in the Worker Rights Consortium, or WRC, said Courtney Couvreur, a mathematics junior and SEJ member.

Groups to hold forum for council candidates

Before the Nov. 8 election, East Lansing voters will get the chance to question the East Lansing City Council candidates again at a public forum at 8 p.m.

Tiger cubs frolick for public at zoo

Three of Potter Park Zoo's newest arrivals can finally come out to play. The Amur, or Siberian tiger cubs were allowed outside on Oct.

MSU community reflects on Parks' life, death

Although Rosa Lee Parks made history after refusing to forfeit her seat on a bus in 1955, many in the MSU community view her recent death as equally notable. Parks died of natural causes in her home Monday at the age of 92. History professor Maureen Flanagan said Parks' long life shows what advances have been made and where society is in terms of civil rights. "It reminds us how long the civil rights struggle has been since the '50s," she said.

'Bird flu' not direct threat to area

Although there are no reports of the "bird flu" in the Western Hemisphere, local health officials are working to prepare for the potential of a pandemic in Ingham County. On Tuesday, Ingham County residents who are not identified as being at "high-risk" of serious health effects from influenza were allowed to begin receiving vaccinations.

Officials: change old batteries in fire alarms

East Lansing Fire Department officials are encouraging residents to change the batteries in their smoke detectors on Sunday, along with setting clocks back an hour for daylight-saving time. The vast majority of fire deaths occur in homes without a working smoke detector, and people might not smell smoke, a press release from the city of East Lansing states. Working smoke alarms can double the chance of survival in a house fire, the release states.

Muslim convert faces lingering stereotypes

When David Stepien converted to Islam in September, he knew it would raise a few eyebrows in his hometown of Pinckney, Mich. "I can tell you the number of Muslims there and it's zero," he said.

Tours, speakers part of sustainability day

As part of Wednesday's Campus Sustainability Day, a hybrid car display will be held from 11 a.m.

eBay store comes to E.L. to aid with online auctions

A middleman store helping potential eBay sellers reach buyers around the world has moved into East Lansing and plans to open in two weeks.

Word on the street

Do you think the recommendations made by the independent committee investigating the April 2-3 disturbances will have any effect on how decisions are made in the city? "I don't necessarily think that it will have a bearing on the city.

Bike ride to advocate for bicyclists' rights

A bike ride through the East Lansing and Lansing areas is set to begin at 5:30 p.m. on Friday at the Ranney Skate Park, located west of the Brody Complex. The ride is part of a worldwide event called Critical Mass, which is geared to promoting the rights of bicyclists and cyclists to use the road.

Lecturer to address ethics in business

Kenneth West, senior consultant for corporate governance for the Teachers Insurance and Annuity Association - College Retirement Equities Fund, or TIAA-CREF, will speak at 4:30 p.m.

Foreign opportunities focus of student fair

The International Opportunities Fair will be held from noon to 5 p.m. Wednesday on the second floor of the Union. Students can receive information about volunteering, teaching and internships in other countries.

Police briefs 10/25/05