Couples to participate in 'U' health challenge

Couples looking to possibly win some prizes should head out to the "MSU Couples Challenge" at 7 p.m.

Group to remain active despite Dean dropout

After months of identifying supporters, registering voters and campaigning, the Students for Dean crusade came to an end Wednesday. Howard Dean officially announced he was dropping out of the race for Democratic presidential nominee Wednesday in Burlington, Vt.

WEB-ONLY: Graduate students discuss reconstruction changes

Professors, teaching assistants and members the Graduate Employees Union who work in the College of Arts & Letters filled Room 111 of Berkey Hall Wednesday night to discuss how the restructuring of the university will affect them. "We are here to discuss possible solutions to this problem, and how we are going to fight these budget cuts, rather than absorb them," said GEU president Scott Henkel. Philosophy, history and religious studies will be moved to the College of Social Science, which will be renamed as College of Social, Behavioral and Economic Sciences.

'U' political groups discuss ASMSU code

Discussion and the pursuit of possible legal action regarding ASMSU's election code continued Tuesday night, a day after the MSU College Democrats and the MSU College Republicans met in a lengthy special meeting. The two political groups were concerned that the MSU undergraduate student government's code limited free speech. Under the code, candidates from different colleges can't appear on the same flier or handout and requires organizations to gain permission from candidates before endorsing them. Members of ASMSU's Steering Committee, which passed the election code, reworked three sections of the bill with six members of the College Democrats and Republicans.

Free in-store reading by true crime writer

Erik Larson, author of "The Devil in the White City," will read excerpts from his book at 12:30 p.m.

'Songs of Life' to be performed at Pasant

Thunderbird Theatre, an American Indian student dance, storytelling and drama company from Haskell Indian Nations University, will be performing at 8 p.m.

Vietnam veteran status helps Kerry's campaign

Service in the Vietnam War, something that once elicited spite from many Americans, has become a source of credibility for John Kerry as he continues to surge in his bid for the Democratic presidential nomination. Kerry, the current front-runner in the race, discusses his Naval service during the war - as well as his activities after it - at nearly every public appearance. During a recent visit to Mott Community College in Flint, the candidate told the crowd he still counts on the men who served alongside him.

Family center hosts anniversary celebration

MSU's renamed Family Resource Center is having its open house from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. March 2-3 in 225 Nisbet Building.

Libraries to sponser Chicano, Latino read-in

The MSU Libraries are sponsoring a literature read-in program in celebration of Chicano History Month from 1 to 3 p.m.

Teleconference focuses on civic engagement

On Thursday, nearly 60 college campuses in 27 states will participate in the National Teleconference on The New Student Politics.

RHA perks extended off campus

A new program from the Residence Halls Association is hoping that off-campus students will partake in programs and events that, as of now, only those living in dorms can enjoy. RHA has begun to offer membership to students not living in residence halls.

Council reviews campus dynamics

The Faculty Council heard presentations about campus sustainablity and a procedure to replace a retiring faculty member during its Tuesday meeting. Terry Link, director of the Office of Campus Sustainablity and chairperson of the University Committee for a Sustainable Campus, provided a slide presentation with information to supplement the Campus Sustainability Report. Sustainability is the interdependence of living organisms and communities over time, stated the report, which was compiled in September 2003. The report viewed the campus on a timeline from 1990 to 2001 and concentrated on social, economic and environmental factors. "We want to use money and resources in ways that benefit us both today and tomorrow," Link said. Many figures and tables are available in the report, ranging from average SAT scores to electricity consumed on campus.

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High-tech trade

Lansing-area recyclers might have a new way to keep Michigan clean. Freecycling, a system where people can exchange unwanted items - at no cost - through online postings, is getting attention as a way to reduce landfill trash from Ingham County and surrounding communities. "It's kind of like a garage sale where everything is free," said Aaron Liepman, the creator of the Mid-Michigan Freecycle Network.

Shoe store thrives on individuality

When Richard Liscombe first laid eyes on a Birkenstock shoe in the early 1970s, he viewed the footwear as "uniquely different." "The vast majority of people who saw them thought they were ugly," he said.

Bike clinics to promote alternative transport

The first of three public bicycle clinics hosted by the MSU Bike Project will take place at 6 p.m. Wednesday in the ballroom of Demonstration Hall. The clinics will feature bike mechanics who will be offering minor repairs, adjustments to bikes and advice for major repairs.

Teams to debate worth of multicultural heroes

A competition tonight will pit student teams against one another as they make arguments as to why their favorite multicultural hero deserves a special place in history.

Rogers to address 'U' expansion

U.S. Rep. Mike Rogers, R-Brighton, hopes to hold a forum with community members and MSU President M.

Program aids minority students in science

Magan Butler-Coleman's list of possible medical schools is getting longer, and she gets excited when she starts to talk about her future. "I want to be a doctor - I want to be the light in someone's life," she said.

Education expert, Rep. Rogers to visit

U.S. Rep. Mike Rogers, R-Brighton, and Eugene Hickok will speak on campus at 10 a.m. Thursday in the Spartan Room in Case Hall. Hickok is an adviser to U.S.