MSU
Native Writers Conference begins
The American Indian Studies Program will co-sponsor its Returning the Gift: Native Writers Conference today through Saturday at the Union.
MICHIGAN
Researchers tout biofuels for state's economic benefit
In light of recent legislation regarding the use of alternative energy sources, local researchers said biofuels are a viable option for the state’s energy needs.
MSU
Conference will focus on higher education need in Mich. economy
Representatives from the state’s three research universities will begin shaping policy initiatives concerning the role of higher education in Michigan’s economy at a conference at MSU on Friday.
MSU
"Hip-Hop Feminist" author to speak
The Women’s Resource Center will host “Confessions of a Hip-Hop Feminist” 6 p.m. today on the second floor of the Union in Gold Room B.
MSU
Study examines nitrogen in rivers
Next time you pick up a glass of water, worrying about what’s inside could be less of an issue thanks to the work of one MSU professor.
MSU
Student employees looking for benefits from graduate union
While the contract currently being negotiated between university graduate student employees and MSU will guarantee rights for teaching assistants, student employees working similar positions won’t.
MSU
Common to perform in April at MSU
Common, a Grammy Award-winning hip-hop artist, will perform April 10 at the Auditorium, the Residence Halls Association announced Wednesday.
NEWS
Detroit bans text messaging behind wheel, statewide ban being discussed
A statewide ban on text messaging while driving could soon gain momentum after the Detroit City Council passed an ordinance Tuesday outlawing the practice.
NEWS
Council talks club options, considers greek district
The East Lansing City Council postponed its decision to weigh in on the redevelopment of The Dollar Nightclub. East Lansing Mayor Vic Loomis said the council needs to examine its long-term plan for the area before it reaches a decision.
NEWS
Missing items could suggest foul play in Cotter's death
Items missing from Rylan Cotter’s body could indicate an element of foul play in how she died, her mother said Tuesday.
NEWS
Heavy rain, snow make Red Cedar River rise
East Lansing’s foul winter has been more than fair to the Red Cedar River this year as water volume levels have blasted past monthly averages.
MSU
Local kids learn about brain
Ten-year-old Kalia McBride said what she was touching felt a lot like a snack she used to enjoy — Jell-O. But the “squishy” object McBride poked and prodded Tuesday was a real cat brain.
MSU
Professors push for language study abroad
While MSU students may gain international awareness by studying abroad, efforts could be made for students to become more proficient in foreign languages, professors said.
MSU
ASMSU looks to confirm artist for spring show
An ASMSU official planning a quarter-million-dollar concert will meet with the artist’s agent today to see if they will perform at MSU.
MICHIGAN
Big Ten, Comcast reportedly near deal
Big Ten Network and Comcast Corp. are reportedly nearing a deal that would put the sports station on the cable company’s local expanded basic package.
MSU
Bone marrow donors sought
The MSU chapter of the Student National Medical Association will host a bone marrow drive from noon to 5 p.m. today at E202 Fee Hall.
MSU
MSU's Impact named college station of year; staffers win individual awards
For journalism graduate student Wes Holing, hearing that MSU’s student radio station was named college station of the year was thrilling enough.
MICHIGAN
Club 131 redone to provide 'Rush'
An old East Lansing hangout will unveil its new, colorful look Friday. The former Club 131, 131 Albert Ave., below Harper’s Restaurant & Brewpub, will unveil a new name, Club Rush, and a revamped appearance at its 9 p.m. grand opening.
NEWS
4 charged in 1999 arson
After more than eight years of investigation, police and MSU officials announced Tuesday the arrests of four suspects in connection with the 1999 arson of Agriculture Hall. Detroit residents Frank Brian Ambrose, 33, Aren Bernard Burthwick, 27, and Stephanie Lynne Fultz, 27, and Cincinnati resident Marie Jeanette Mason, 46, each face four counts of conspiracy to commit arson, aggravated arson and arson in connection with the Agriculture Hall incident and a Jan. 1, 2000, arson of commercial logging equipment near Mesick, Mich.
MICHIGAN
City responds to residents' request; new issues heard
When Rory Hoipkemier thinks about City Center II, her thoughts turn to her neighborhood. The $117 million redevelopment project slated for the area near Abbot Road and Grand River Avenue could transform her neighborhood into an urban center — something the mother of three who has lived there for about 20 years is not too fond of.