Sign of the Times 10/20/09
Lansing resident Carrie Hattaway turns diapers into cakes. A diaper cake is a baby shower centerpiece made entirely of usable items such as diapers, toys and clothing.
Lansing resident Carrie Hattaway turns diapers into cakes. A diaper cake is a baby shower centerpiece made entirely of usable items such as diapers, toys and clothing.
An East Lansing purchasing policy favoring local business soon could be enacted if the City Council votes to approve the policy at its 7:30 p.m. meeting today at the Hannah Community Center, 819 Abbot Road.
An MSU professor officially has submitted his intent to run as a write-in candidate for the East Lansing City Council election, scheduled for Nov. 3.
Arab students at MSU will attempt to break down some of their culture’s stereotypes this week, during several events dedicated to what might be one of the most misunderstood regions in the world.
University officials are almost sure swine flu has arrived at MSU, but it’s impossible to tell how many people have been infected with the virus because it is so common officials don’t test for it.
Tickets are on sale for two alternative rock bands set to perform at MSU as part of the Live at State series.
Millions of dollars could empower African agricultural officials to make decisions on biosafety issues to help farmers in the country, thanks to a partial grant received by MSU.
A foot-powered float and a giant fish sculpture comprised of laundry detergent bottles rolled down Grand River Avenue on Friday as symbols of school spirit and environmental awareness.
As the Homecoming parade floats finished making their rounds and parade-goers made their ways home, there were people at Student Services who still were celebrating.
When East Lansing resident Donald Hitko was diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease eight or nine years ago, the disease took his motor skills, his muscle control and his identity.
An MSU instructor and resident in the College of Veterinary Medicine was arraigned Thursday on three counts of criminal sexual conduct and one count of kidnapping.
The state Liquor Control Commission is investigating an anonymous complaint about underage drinking occurring at the Michigan Republicans’ leadership conference Sept. 25 and 26.
Although she helped establish one of MSU’s most unique and important programs, Joanne McPherson still won’t say she’s completely satisfied.
Researchers are doing some detective work on wheels to study air pollution and its effects on human health in a mobile laboratory with the capability to travel across the state.
MSU and The New Partnership for Africa’s Development received a $10.4 million grant to train African biosafety regulators on biotechnology so that farmers can grow healthier and more sustainable food.
Detroit will host the 2010 World Stem Cell Summit, Gov. Jennifer Granholm announced in a press conference Thursday.
State Sen. Gretchen Whitmer, D-Lansing, recently announced her candidacy to run for Michigan attorney general in 2010.
Results from university-wide budget discussions are slated to land on Provost Kim Wilcox’s desk today in the form of possible cost-saving recommendations.
Steaming Asian dishes filled the plates of 80 hungry guests as they watched chef Jackie Shen from Chicago demonstrate each recipe Wednesday night at the Kellogg Center.
The Michigan budget remains unresolved and Senate Majority Leader Mike Bishop, R-Rochester, still is withholding six bills in fear of Gov. Jennifer Granholm’s veto pen.