Traffic committee to meet, hear public feedback
The MSU community can discuss traffic, transportation and pedestrian issues from 2:30-4 p.m. on March 13 in the North Conference Room of the Main Library. The All University Traffic and Transportation Committee will share its ideas to improve traffic on campus with the audience and ask for feedback.
RHA elects new president
Derek Wallbank is the new president of the MSU Residence Halls Association. Wallbank was elected from a pool of four candidates to lead the 34th General Assembly of RHA. "He combined what all others based their campaigns on," general assembly member Adam Raezler said. Wallbank said he plans not only to work on promoting a better environment within RHA itself but also wants to focus more on residents and RHA's involvement with them as it pertains to campus life. "Every decision that needs to be made in RHA should involve residents," Wallbank said. Carrie Hoover
Weight Watchers tries to help curb obesity
Next week, Mid-Michigan will have the opportunity to weigh in and become more healthy. Weight Watchers is working with the American Cancer Society to launch the society's "Great American Weigh-In." Lansing's Weight Watchers center, at 500 N.
Leader discusses lack of Chicano presence in history books
For Daniel Osuna, true leadership comes from within. Osuna, a Chicano Yaqui Indian, spoke Thursday night in the Essex Room of Wilson Hall, offering what he said was an account of Chicano history that isn't included in a high school history book. "Are (high school teachers) teaching us what to think, or how to think?" he said. Education freshman Gloria Melina Monita said history doesn't always reflect the way things are. "What do we celebrate about Columbus Day?" Monita asked.
Students, 'U' officials debate energy tax
A tax that would require students to pay $5 per semester for renewable energy is the subject of debate between ASMSU and university officials. ASMSU is MSU's undergraduate student government. Eco, an environmental student organization, wants students to be more aware of the energy they use by voting yes on a ballot proposal which would tax students to purchase environmentally friendly energy sources. Power from sources such as solar panels and wind turbines could replace fossil fuel emissions on University Farms. "Most people don't know what renewable energy is, or even global climate change," Eco spokeswoman Amy Gregory said.
Alternative Spring Break provides fulfillment, service opportunities
Keyan MacCune traveled to Mexico on her first Alternative Spring Break three years ago expecting to just volunteer at a hospital. She came back with a better understanding of life. "You go down expecting to give by doing service but you always bring back more than what you have given through the experiences and knowledge you gain," the elementary education senior said.
Cadet receives honor
Adam Malson will be joining top ROTC cadets from around the country in Lexington, Va., at the Virginia Military Institute from April 15-18. The interdisciplinary studies in social science senior is a recipient of the General George C.
Activist relates long road to racial equality
Tom Hayden has been beaten, jailed and kicked out of towns across the southern United States. Hayden, a civil rights activist, former legislator and author, spoke Thursday at the Kellogg Center about his time as a freedom rider in Mississippi and Albany, Ga. He was the final speaker in the third annual visiting faculty series sponsored by the College of Osteopathic Medicine. "There are not many of these speakers that I say share my criminal background," College of Osteopathic Medicine Professor William Anderson said during his introduction of Hayden. As an activist, Hayden dedicated much of his time to fighting racial, ethnic and gender bias and discrimination. "It's in his DNA to fight for civil rights and justice," Anderson said. Gregory Jones, a 1980 MSU graduate, said Hayden's lecture gives him a chance to see the activist he so often heard about. "I remember he was a big activist in the '60s and '70s," he said.
Students enjoy tour through Capitol
Lansing - As they walked through the Senate wing of the state Capitol, 25 elementary students gasped in awe at the massive beauty of the building's rotunda. "The rotunda is for us, the constituents," Capitol tour guide Dan Reynolds told the fourth-graders. "It's supposed to make us feel proud - does it make you feel proud?" With mouths open wide, the class stared up through the rotunda's wooden balconies to the high blue ceiling painted with gold stars and answered with a resounding, "yes." The students and teacher Bill Lenyz traveled from Nellie Reed Elementary School in Vernon, about 40 minutes northeast of Lansing, to attend the tour earlier this week. Sixteen capitol tours are led per day, and people have been touring the building since 1979.
Groups plan affirmative action march in D.C.
MSU student groups plan to march on the nation's capital April 1. Women's Council, Multi Racial Unity Living Experience and other organizations will demonstrate their support for affirmative action on the day the U.S.
Student pleads guilty at flier hearing
The MSU student accused of posting a racially offensive flier in Shaw Hall pleaded guilty today to charges of misdemeanor harassment in front of East Lansing 54-B District Court Judge Richard Ball.During a pretrial meeting, prosecutor Marie Wolfe made David Powder aware of his possible options and gave him time to decide what he wanted to do.
Leaders offer solutions
Community leaders say they are looking at long-term solutions rather than quick fixes for the budget troubles in East Lansing Public Schools.Hampered by funding dilemmas, the Board of Education has been left with the duty of putting back together the pieces of the district's long-term puzzle."We can reinvent the schools," said Bill Donohue, secretary of the school board and an MSU communication professor.
Poetry reading honors emotion, Chicano culture
A hush filled a room in Wilson Hall as Maria Zavala stepped into the center, clearing her throat and slowly raising a worn black binder brimming with poem-filled pages.The communication sophomore took a deep breath, glanced down at the laminated sheet in front of her, then launched into an original selection titled "Yo Soy," or "I Am.""Yo soy Chicana," Zavala cried during the opening lines of the poem, fiercely emphasizing each syllable.
Survivors share experiences of eating disorders
For Biggie Lemke, it took six years to feel comfortable with her body."There's no such thing as an eating disorder that's not that bad," the former MSU student said.
State leadership celebrates Black History Month with music at Capitol
Lansing - With a choir swaying right to left behind her, 9-year-old Taylor Fowlkes belted out "Still I Rise" in front of a packed Capitol Rotunda on Wednesday. "I was nervous, then when I got into the middle part, I just got happy," she said. Fowlkes' performance was part of the annual Black History Month Celebration, which included dancing, a jazz performance and an appearance by Gov.
Greenhouse model hopes to raise awareness for project
Lights, waterfalls and fake foliage brought one student group's dream to life on Wednesday. A model of the proposed student greenhouse project was on display Wednesday in the Union. The model featured running water, working lights and detailed pathways of a biodome to grab the attention of students passing by. "There's a need for a public greenhouse on campus," education junior Zac Oppenheim said.
Applications available for graduation speech
Students looking to have their voice heard at the spring 2003 commencement ceremony now have their chance. Applications for a student commencement speaker are available in Room 101 Student Services. Those who wish to apply must submit a five-minute typed speech along with the application. The deadline to apply is 5 p.m.
Granholm: Tax hike not a possibility
Gov. Jennifer Granholm has considered a long list of possibilities to solve Michigan's budget problems, but one possibility she will not consider is a tax hike. "The governor has made it very clear in every public briefing that she has no intention of raising taxes," Granholm spokeswoman Elizabeth Boyd said. Next week, Granholm will present a balanced budget proposal to offset next year's $1.7-billion general fund deficit.