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Greek recruitment begins today
Men who want to be a part of the greek system at MSU can begin visiting various fraternities when men’s Recruitment begins at 7 p.m.
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Dead crow demonstrates scope of West Nile virus infection
After a dead crow was found in Lansing with the West Nile Virus, several disease experts say they are not surprised the virus is spreading so quickly.The crow was found Aug.
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Lansing zoo heals, educates with animal hospital
Lansing - The residents of Potter Park Zoo received a welcome addition to their community Friday. The zoo, 1301 S.
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E.L. center offers variety of classes
It’s time to dust off the ballet slippers, rediscover a foreign language, learn how to cook, or even pick up a whole new hobby. East Lansing Recreation & Arts offers classes to both resident and student communities without the risk of being graded. Located in the Bailey Community Center, 300 Bailey St., the center offers courses in more than 30 different departments ranging from fine arts, sports, and fiber optics. “We offer many high quality opportunities for people of all ages in the community,” Fine Arts coordinator Leslie Donaldson said.
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Riots disturb Kalamazoo neighborhood
An estimated crowd of 2,500 people turned violent as they flooded the streets of a student neighborhood near the campuses of Western Michigan University and Kalamazoo College early Sunday morning.Kalamazoo Police began sweeping the neighborhood around midnight after residents complained of excessive noise and of large parties, Kalamazoo Police Lt.
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U enjoys work opportunities in Capitol
Jill Schwab says she is ready for a full dose of Michigan politics as an intern in Lt. Gov. Dick Posthumus’ office.Schwab, an international relations sophomore, is still in her first week on the job, but she’s sure she’ll find out if government work will be in her future after taste-testing political life while helping in the office for about 10 hours per week.“I’m interested in politics and it will be a good chance for me to get my feet wet, so that I will have more experience for a future career,” she said.
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Students access to computers at school improve
Students throughout the Lansing area have more access to computers in school and are becoming more computer savvy as part of a nationwide trend, according to recent U.S.
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Drive Safely Work Week to raise awareness for businesses, employees
Driving while distracted or without a safety belt could be hazardous to your health.The two factors are the No.
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E.L. City Council wants to talk trash
The city of East Lansing wants to change the way the city takes out the trash. But the issue of whether to add an automated waste collection system will have to wait three weeks for the next council meeting before a decision can be made. The East Lansing City Council voted unanimously to defer a vote on an ordinance to add the system to its current garbage collection system.
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MDOT taking input on transportation
With more money available last year, the Michigan Department of Transportation started looking at ways to help locals navigate the state.In 1995, MDOT implemented a long-term state transportation blueprint that included busing, airports, roadways and train infrastructure planning.
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New LCC logo has school seeing stars
Lansing Community College began its school year last week with a renovation of its image. For the new school year the college unveiled a new logo designed by Bruce Mackley, senior graphic designer at LCC. He said the administration first began discussing the replacement of the logo last year. “We were looking for something very useful, very dynamic, contemporary and eye-catching,” he said.
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Officials want E.L. to capture city on film
Whether it’s the beauty of nature or throngs of people, the city of East Lansing is asking for photographs of what makes the city different from others. “This will expose (participants) to the unique things about our city and challenge them to really look around East Lansing and find and capture the spirit of East Lansing,” said Michael Sundermann, chairman of the East Lansing Arts Commission. The City Scenes Photo Contest officially kicked off in April and runs through Nov.
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Posthumus intends to run in 2002
Lansing - Lt. Gov. Dick Posthumus will run for governor in 2002, he told a group of supporters at a Capital-area picnic. But Posthumus’ announcement Tuesday was not a formal declaration of candidacy. “It’s the first step in a long journey,” he said.
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Farm economics lead to cheese, pizza price hikes
The power of cheese is commanding a higher price.Maynard Hogberg, Chairman of the Animal Science Department, said part of the hike in cheese prices is because of a shortage of milk.The shortage is from summer drought conditions, which produced poor feed for cattle, he said.
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Man-made damage to environment plays role in tree disease
Ash trees in the Midwest and Northeast are in danger of dying from unknown causes.Frank Sapio, forest health program manager of the Michigan Department of Natural Resources, said a disease affecting the species is widespread throughout southern Michigan.“It is worse in urban environments,” he said.Sapio said a combination of other outside factors has been playing a role in some instances.“That doesn’t explain what is going on in the woods,” he said.The decline of the trees could be attributed to a disease known as ash yellow.“It is a very elusive agent, we don’t know what is exactly going on,” Sapio said.
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Housing remains stable despite Shaw Hall closing
Despite the closing of Shaw Hall this year, finding housing has not put anyone out in the cold.The number of students living on campus has not changed, said Angela Brown, director of University Housing.“Our house count has been consistent over the past years,” she said.Brown said the decision to close Shaw Hall was planned ahead of time so as not to leave students uncomfortable or homeless.She said the number of over-assigned halls is less than 20 and there are plans accommodate the students in them as soon as possible.“This is very similar to the work done in (Mason and Abbott halls) when they were closed a few years ago,” she said.But landlord Fred Bauries said he still had trouble finding students to rent to for the fall.“We found we had more difficulty this year than any year I can remember,” he said.Bauries said while he found leasers for all three of his homes, he blames the lack of interest on the recent economic slowdown and the construction of new apartments.“I think the appeal up there is the new construction, and (Capstone Commons) is something I would consider a 21st century dorm,” he said.Bauries said the developers have looked at the current market and have found success in the form of profits.But while more students might be living in apartments, Annette Irwin, operations administrator for the Code Enforcement and Neighborhood Conservation Department of East Lansing, said students are still leasing homes in the city.“That is the question that some of us are wondering, are they willing to give up the proximity to campus for items that are catering right to their needs such as Internet access and the clubhouse environment,” she said.Other types of incentives such as lawn care and parking might also be playing a factor in a student’s decision to live off campus, she said.But Irwin said this is not a problem for renters.“I suspect there will always be a part of the student body that wants to live in a home,” she said.Terri Clifton, vice president of property management for Crossing Place Student Apartments, 3636 E.
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Fraternity fights to regain house
The Sigma Chi house stands empty and broken windows dot the building.The house at 729 E. Grand River Ave.
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Welcome Week celebrations quieter police say
East Lansing is seeing a downturn in partying.MSU and East Lansing police said Welcome Week celebrations and parties have become increasingly quieter, with fewer arrests and fewer problems.“It was extremely noticeable,” said MSU Sgt.
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Wireless store coming to E.L.
Students might be expressing themselves with a new cellular phone store in East Lansing.Cellular Express, 109 E.
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Student senate offers textbook exchange
Students looking for a deal might find a book exchange has a very affordable price. The books are free. The James Madison College Student Senate has a book exchange at the beginning of every semester.