ASMSU polls have small voter turnout, seats still open
In an election with less than one-third the participation of last year, 21 new ASMSU members were voted into MSU's undergraduate student government last week. Elections were held March 24-25 and about 5 percent of undergraduate students voted.
Man attempts armed robbery at Frandor shop; police search on foot
An armed man entered a tanning salon in the Frandor Shopping Center on Tuesday night and attempted to rob the establishment, Lansing police said. At around 8 p.m.
Darkest night
Five years after 10,000 revelers torched the streets of East Lansing and tainted MSU's name, the scars still are visible as a reminder of the college town's darkest night. March 27, 1999, signaled the beginning of a new era for MSU as the men's basketball team returned to the Final Four of the NCAA Tournament for the first time in 20 years.
Randy of 'Real World' to speak on traveling
Randy from MTV's "Real World San Diego" cast will speak at STA Travel's Europe Night at 7:30 p.m.
International Pajama Day set for April 5
On April 5, International Pajama Day, people are encouraged to wear their PJs all day and donate money or pajamas to children's hospitals, homeless children, women's shelters or any community organization in need.
Sale to benefit area seniors' community
Residents of the Burcham Hills Retirement Community will hold their annual rummage sale from 9:30 a.m.
Press freedom focus of Gardner lecture
Joel Simon, deputy director of the Committee to Protect Journalists, will speak today as a part of the annual Gardner Lecture. Simon, who worked in Mexico City for the San Francisco Chronicle and wrote the book "Endangered Mexico: An Environment on the Edge," will discuss the state of press freedom in Latin and Central America.
'U' chews on organic food
A sickening scenario spoiled business for a cluster of supermarkets across Japan in January: Some store shelves carried a number of eggs that were six months old. "Many consumers were shocked," said Julia Yamaguchi, an independent organic inspector and consultant involved with the Japan External Trade Organization.
Day honors Chavez
The first official Cesar Chavez Day will be celebrated on Wednesday, with events scheduled at the MSU Main Library and a dinner at the Lansing Center. Cesar Chavez was best known for his civil rights work with farm laborers and founding the United Farm Workers Union. "This is kind of a celebration to get the community together," said Santiago Rios, chairperson emeritus for the Capitol Area Cesar E.
Habifest activities to be held on campus
Kevin Campbell, director of programs for Habitat for Humanity International, will speak about poverty awareness Wednesday at MSU's Habifest, a day aimed at advocating affordable housing. An MSU social science professor and a Habitat for Humanity homeowner from the Lansing area also will speak at the event.
Bus driver brightens students days
By Jessica Gershel Special for The State News At the station next to the Shaw parking ramp, exhaust fumes linger in the air, buses crowd the road and students rush to catch their ride.
Prof to lecture about Islam at E.L. church
A lecture and discussion series highlighting the various facets of Islam will be held every weekend for the next four weeks.
State, E.L. officials debate increasing speed limits on two local roads
A private meeting Friday between Michigan transportation officials and East Lansing Mayor Mark Meadows about increased speed limits on two city thoroughfares yielded no decision on the fate of the roads. The meeting was scheduled to provide city officials an opportunity to voice concerns to Michigan Department of Transportation officials concerning the change, which would increase the speed limit on sections of Saginaw Street and Grand River Avenue by 10 mph. Although no decisions were made, Meadows said the meeting was informative and productive. "There was a lot of dialogue about the decision-making process involved," he said.
Group rallies against online alcohol purchases in Mich.
The purchase of alcohol via the Internet, something available in many states, will never be allowed in Michigan if one recently formed group has its way. The Coalition for a Safe and Responsible Michigan, made up of about 13 organizations, formed earlier this month to advocate Michigan's system of alcohol distribution.
Home & Away
The MSU Department of Anthropology took six of the 10 prestigious Fulbright Fellowship awards given to university students this year.
Group seeks hugs, debate over views
Standing at the bridge to the north of Wells Hall, anthropology senior Jason Munford drew quite a few odd looks from students walking to class.
Near & Far
More than 40 dissertations and 12 finalists, but only one winner: Eli Broad Graduate School of Management doctoral student Linda Shi.
Approved RHA tax to benefit campus movie channel, Office of Programs
Voters solidly supported the increase in the Residence Halls Association's tax from $21 to $22 during student elections held Wednesday and Thursday. Results from the vote, held at www.student-elections.msu.edu, showed about 67 percent of students voting in favor of the tax, while about 30 percent voted against it.