Rogers applauds postal workers
Lansing - Despite recent anthrax scares, most postal workers are alert, cautious and eager to deliver and process mail, a U.S.
Information booths guide students toward polls
A helping hand and a keen eye await students at the polls on campus today. One of the key problems discovered last spring by the East Lansing Election Task Force was students were unaware of what precinct they were supposed to vote in - or whether they were registered at all. The nine-member task force formed last year in response to concerns over many problems encountered by students trying to vote in last year’s presidential election.
Lansing residents to vote on city council
A student, some experienced politicians and local challengers have set their sights on the Lansing City Council. Today the polls for the Lansing City Council elections open, and at stake are two seats on the city council at-large and a seat on both the second and fourth wards. Louis Adado, a 42-year-old incumbent, will be completing his first term on the council. He has lived in Lansing his entire life and is the son of a previous city council member. He is running along with incumbent Larry Meyer, Western Michigan University student Vince Villegas and chiropractor Jerry Heathcote for the two open seats on the Lansing City Council at-large. Adado said he will be examining ways to save money and wants to continue improvements to roads and the green areas of Lansing. “(We should) take a good hard look at our parks and (recreation) money and see if we are taking good care of our parks before we add new land,” he said. Adado also serves as the chief executive officer of the Michigan Licensed Beverage Association. He said the experience has prepared him for a new term. “There won’t be that learning curve there if Larry (Meyer) and I get re-elected,” Adado said.
U uses Chilean telescope
A telescope nestled 9,000 feet high in the Chilean Andes operated by a student nestled in a chair in campus’ new Biomedical Physical Sciences Building - that dream is about a year way. The SOAR telescope, which is operated by MSU and its three partners in the Southern Astrophysical Research, will help promote MSU’s astronomy research capabilities amongst its national peers. The telescope is expected to be operational in November 2002. “What this does is brings us very prominently into the international astrological picture,” said Eugene Capriotti, associate chairperson of the Department of Physics and Astronomy.
Democratic candidates debate Off the Record
The 2002 gubernatorial race is still one year away, but the Democratic candidates are already throwing punches.All five candidates who are vying for the party’s nomination met for a debate Monday.
Law forum to discuss pros, cons of drilling
Water, water everywhere and not a drop to drill under.The Law Review of MSU-Detroit College of Law will host a forum Tuesday on the issue of directional drilling in Michigan.The forum, “Directional Drilling in Michigan: Beneficial or Misdirected Policy,” will be moderated by DCL professor Christine Klein and will begin at 7 p.m.
Bloody battle with Penn State begins
Students rolled up their sleeves and gave blood to the American Red Cross as the MSU -Penn State Challenge kicked off Monday. Nearly 20 volunteers from the university teamed up with the Red Cross to coordinate drives Monday at Holden and Gilchrist halls. Now in its seventh year, the challenge pits these two Big Ten schools in an effort to increase the Great Lakes region’s blood supply.
Weeklong events aim to educate U about Islamic culture, deter stereotypes in wake of 9-11
Islam Awareness Week aims to address racial profiling and further educate students about Muslim culture through guest speakers, open forums and information tables. The events will be held today through Saturday, with emphasis on helping to deter stereotypes harbored against Muslims since the Sept.
U-M, U expand globally, offer more virtual classes
Michigan universities are teaching far beyond the peninsulas. The University of Michigan will offer the first degree in China by a non-Chinese institution next year, while MSU continues to expand its MSU Global program. The program is starting a new virtual class in global business management in January. “Our idea is to provide continuing education to executives who are either involved or going to be involved in global business,” said Tomas Hult, director of MSU’s International Business Center. Hult said the new course, like many of the Virtual University courses promoted by MSU Global, is completely Web-based and allows students from all over the world to take classes offered by MSU.
New media to assist people with end-of-life situations
MSU has teamed up with Detroit’s Henry Ford Health System and the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation to create a CD-ROM designed to help guide people as they near death. The compact disc, “Completing a Life” was made available for purchase last Monday.
Crop of students earn FFA accolades
Three MSU students took time off to spend a few days down south last month.And all three returned as national winners in the 74th annual National FFA Convention in Louisville, Ky.
Drivers advised to stay clear of deer this fall
As the population of about two million deer across the state continues to grow, more car-deer accidents occur, according to a report by AAA Michigan. Because it’s mating season, deer are more apt to walk across roads because they are very active, resulting in more car accidents, said Bill Semion, spokesman for AAA, and a member of the Michigan Deer Crash Coalition.
Local charity barbeque raises dollars at The Dollar Nightclub
Lansing - A charity tailgate for the MSU and University of Michigan football game wanted to make some families smile. The Ronald McDonald House, 121 S.
Shoe store takes place of Hallmark
East Lansing is getting a new sole.Where residents used to be able to buy a card celebrating a loved one’s birthday, they will instead be able to find a variety of footwear.Gina’s Hallmark, 539 E.
Web site created to assist voters in coming election
Students were confused after the 2000 presidential election.That fact stood out above all others for the city and the university, and it resulted in YouVote, a comprehensive plan to educate and register student voters.The program began late last spring after recommendations from the East Lansing Elections Task Force identified voter education as one of six areas needing improvement.
Engler waits on committees for budget approval
Gov. John Engler is expected to outline state budget cuts Tuesday. The House and Senate appropriations committees will have 10 days to decide whether to accept Engler’s executive order.
Experts help identify mysterious natural objects for museumgoers
Henry Brigham made a trip to campus Sunday hoping to discover some treasures among his box of fossils and rocks.Brigham, a 73-year-old Scottville, Mich.
Fraternity raises money, collects for homeless
Phi Beta Sigma fraternity members experienced nature’s elements instead of a warm bed at their fourth annual Sleepout for the Homeless.“It’s a humbling experience,” said Maurice Turner, president of Phi Beta Sigma fraternity and a human resource senior.
Tradition of football rivalry extends to pizza parlors
Iain Barton said this weekend won’t be the first time he sees rival fans clash - he has been watching it happen for years in his native country.“It is just like back in England with the soccer teams,” the geological sciences freshman said.