Study: U.S. unwilling to relinquish civil liberties

Although 84 percent of Americans are concerned about a future terrorist attack on the United States, most of them are unwilling to surrender civil liberties in exchange for more security, an MSU study released Monday said. The nationwide survey, which was sponsored by the National Science Foundation and conducted by two MSU professors of political science, asked people about issues such as racial profiling, warrantless searches of suspected terrorists and the possibility of a national ID card. The telephone survey, which asked nine questions, was conducted between November and January for 1,448 people.

College to host media showcase on May 2

The College of Communication Arts and Sciences will host its third Digital Media Art & Technology Student Showcase from 4-8 p.m.

Police briefs 04/24/02

Group rallies on Earth Day

In contrast to the global warming a small group of students was warning against Monday afternoon, East Lansing offered a brisk 41 degrees to ECO members as they walked from the Union to the Administration Building.With signs reading “Green is great” and “Love your mother,” the group of about six people sang, “Happy Earth Day to You,” on its route while trying to raise awareness about global warming.

U tests river for bacteria

As some students walked heads-down to class Monday, Betty Wernette-Babian was dropping a small glass bottle down the side of the Farm Lane bridge.The MSU sanitarian pulled the yellow line up, complete with a new sample of yellowish Red Cedar River water.“It’s got a muddy appearance but that’s natural for this river,” she said.Wernette-Babian takes samples weekly in three places on the MSU campus - Farm Lane, Hagadorn Road and Kalamazoo Street - which are then sent to the Michigan Department of Environmental Quality for E.

Landscape architecture project to aid city

The city of Lansing is looking to MSU landscape architecture students for input for its 2025 Master Plan. MSU’s Landscape Architecture Program will feature student visions of Lansing at noon today in International Center Spartan Rooms B and C. The exhibit was planned by Sissi Foster, assistant professor of geography and volunteer on the Lansing Planning Board.

Officials to discuss parking fee increase

East Lansing city officials will debate a possible raise in parking fees tonight.The extra 10 cents per half-hour would pay for the entire parking system budget for the 2002-03 year.City officials say daytime parking numbers have fallen in the city while parking has remained stagnant in the evenings.Another factor are the debts new parking facilities have left the city.The Charles Street Garage totaled $12.5million in construction costs.

Austin declares secretary of state bid

Lansing - The newest Democratic candidate in the secretary of state race announced his intentions to run Friday. State Board of Education member John Austin announced his intention to run for secretary of state - for the second time.

Police briefs 04/23/02

Learning center for nursing students to open

The first floor of the Life Sciences Building will be dedicated as the Janice Thompson Granger Learning Center for nursing at 5:30 p.m.

Olin Health Center to distribute exercise safety pamphlets on campus

When Matt Kenney tore his anterior cruciate ligament playing intramural basketball during his sophomore year, he didn’t know what he could have done to prevent it. Kenney, an Olin Health Advocate, is trying to make sure it doesn’t happen to anyone else. He will be helping distribute pamphlets for students describing how to stay healthy while exercising.

Small businesses may see sales increase

Small businesses can expect a business boom according to the Small Business Association of Michigan. The report, released last week, cited optimism in owners and a decreasing amount of good help as signs that businesses can expect more sales.“Sounds good to me,” said Ray Walsh, owner of Curious Book Shop, 307 E.

Bill to deter student solicitations

Rep. Tony Stamas, R-Midland, would like to see a bill he sponsored concerning the right to deny Freedom of Information Act requests for student information reach the governor’s desk before the Legislature leaves on recess. The bill, which passed out of both chambers but returns to the House for approval of Senate changes, would attempt to decrease the mounds of unwanted solicitation that high school students have to sift through. “Parents and students need protection from that bombardment,” said Sen.

Store removes controversial shirts

Customers shopping at Abercrombie & Fitch clothing stores last week saw smiling men with slanted eyes positioned next to slogans such as “Wok-N-Bowl - Let the Good Times Roll - Chinese Food & Bowling” and “Wong Brothers Laundry Service - Two Wongs Can Make It White.”The New Albany, Ohio-based company distributed four T-shirt designs related to Asian culture for $24.50 to cater to young Asian Americans.

Chemistry professor named Guggenheim fellow

Chemistry Professor Mercouri Kanatzidis, has been awarded a John Simon Guggenheim Memorial Foundation fellowship for his scholarly achievement in the area of solid-state chemistry. Guggenheim fellowships are given annually to provide individuals with times to creatively work in their field of study.

Police briefs 04/22/02

WIC program guidelines present problems for users

As 29-year-old Lisa Cano pushes a cart down the aisle of a Kroger supermarket, she sighs as she notices her brand of baby formula is not in stock.“I find this a lot with certain juices and cereals,” the mother of four said.

Engineering students float their way to national canoe contest

Concrete that floats doesn’t seem possible, right? Wrong.A team of MSU students conquered that feat and will travel to Madison, Wis., to show off its concrete boat at the MBT/ASCE National Concrete Canoe Competition.The group defeated teams from Michigan, Ohio and Canada at the North Central Region competition, held at Lansing’s Grand River Park on April 13 and 14.

Weingarden elected ASMSU Student Assembly leader

The ASMSU Student Assembly leader who holds the gavel and conducts meetings was elected to the assembly’s 39th session, but it wasn’t a unanimous decision.Matt Weingarden immediately took over the duties of Student Assembly chairperson last week after the majority of the assembly voted in his favor.

Earth Day Fest brings speakers, bands

Earth Day Fest invaded Ann Street Plaza on Sunday to raise environmental consciousness in the East Lansing community. E-day, in its ninth year, was sponsored by the East Lansing PRIDE Team and East Lansing merchants. It raised an awareness of environmental concerns that generally are overlooked, showcased gadgets to improve health and materials on the proper way to recycle. Teri Parks, owner of Bohemian Barber, 223 M.A.C.