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Rushing through life no way to live

Some co-workers and I went for lunch the other day. Upon entering the restaurant, one of my compatriots immediately exclaimed her disgust.

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ASMSU blog would be well-intentioned, redundant

Blogging is pretty common in the world today. People everywhere create blogs to spread messages and express ideas. They can be easily updated throughout the day and can be made in as little as 10 minutes.

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Students should become educated about czars

“College kids don’t care.” “They are not informed.” “They only care about themselves.”

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Students need to control volume

The other day I was in the Main Library, trying to study for my two Spanish midterms — like a good student — when from across the first floor hall I heard music blaring from someone’s iPod earbuds.

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Police should handle terrorist case carefully

The word “terrorist” is a loaded one. And for a generation that has experienced the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks, a war on terror and the Virginia Tech massacre, “terrorism” is not a term we easily can shrug off or ignore.

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Resident explains why Beard deserves re-election

I am writing to support Kevin Beard for re-election to East Lansing City Council next Tuesday, Nov. 3.

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Groups need to work together

Tulips lined sidewalks, a pine canopy swayed protectively overhead and the whispers of the Red Cedar River crawled in my ears as I skipped pleasantly to class, happy to be alive — until I saw it.

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Student blogger lawsuit sends dangerous message

People blog every day. They blog about music they like, clothes they want and, in some cases, school administrations.

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Graph fails to show true language enrollment

Although it was nice to see an article about language enrollments at MSU (Language studies influence careers, global business SN 10/19), the graph accompanying the article was misleading.

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U2 concert holds little value for current MSU generation

The fact that U2 has been chosen to come play at Spartan Stadium this summer is very unfortunate. It just goes to show how out of touch the university is with the student body at times.

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HIV testing law not worth consequences

What if your doctor ordered medical testing without your consent? Imagine a person going to a doctor after injuring a knee. After sitting through all the testing and X-rays, they find that their doctor also snuck in a test for HIV without their knowledge or consent.

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Building designs betray MSU style

MSU has a reputation for having a beautiful campus and, for the most part, this reputation is well deserved. In “MSU Shadows,” our alma mater, we Spartans sing of our campus’ “ivy-covered halls.”

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Word on the street

Have you ever thought of changing your major because of the economic situation?

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Reality fame fever weakens culture

The world collectively held its breath for hours as we watched a balloon fly across the Colorado sky. Cable news channels quickly got in touch with balloon experts to find out what the possibility of young Falcon Henne being on board the UFO-like aircraft.

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Overdraft bill must balance customer, bank needs

It’s a situation that, unfortunately, far too many of us are familiar with. You’re busy living your life, getting to class, buying needed supplies and occasionally — or maybe more than occasionally — attempting to have some form of a social life. You hand over your debit card without really thinking about what you’re doing.

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Spartan fan base's actions reflect poorly on MSU

I am a Spartan, and I am pissed. The MSU fan base is horrible. This year, the MSU athletics department has launched a new campaign called “SHIELD.” This campaign is designed to be “part of a pro-active and comprehensive approach to enhancing the game-day experience for all spectators.” SHIELD stands for sportsmanship, honor, integrity, enthusiasm, leadership and dignity.

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Universities should be able to regulate guns

Many MSU students were upset with the MSU Board of Trustees when it voted to allow those with concealed weapons permits to carry a firearm on campus in June. But a new bill proposed in the Michigan Legislature might anger students even more.

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Students would benefit from break

I know it is a little preposterous of me, but I want a fall break. There is no way for this to magically happen and I know it probably won’t, but there have to be students out there who agree with me.

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Students shouldn't overlook alcohol's dangers, consequences

In a world where alcohol seems to be a part of everyday life, it’s no wonder that almost every day a newspaper features an article about a car accident where alcohol was a factor.

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America thrives on healthy opposition

Throughout the history of our country, we have witnessed major conflicts and far-reaching reforms. In all instances, there is one side when advocates for involvement in the conflict or for the reform and another against those conflicts or reform.