Atheism is certainly becoming more popular. But I am surprised that someone as well read as John Bice can claim that the public criticism of religious belief (i.e.
During my absence from the Opinion Page, it seems that atheism has gone somewhat mainstream. Richard Dawkins is enjoying well-deserved success with his brilliantly constructed appeal to reason and clear thinking, "The God Delusion," a New York Times best seller.
Within the next few days, as part of their "first 100 hours" legislative blitz, congressional Democrats have promised to "make college more accessible" by halving the 6.8 percent interest rate on subsidized student loans.
Last week, President Bush gave a speech that — it was hoped — would change our course in Iraq. In a way, it did.
What are we doing in college? It seems most students would answer they are here for one reason: to get a career.
In his letter, "MSU law school should have anticipated protest" (SN 1/11), law student Drew Slager suggests Rep.
I was surprised at the lack of thought that was put into "It's inhumane to kick out homeless" (SN 12/5). Though the writer of the article had supporting reasons as to why an ordinance should not be passed to remove homeless from city parking ramps, a few important points were missed. If a homeless person asked you for spare cans or some spare change, you could realistically be able to supply either one.
On Monday, students across campus will no doubt take advantage of their day off for Martin Luther King Jr.
In response to Daniel Piedra's letter, "Minority students should not depend on government" (SN 1/9), you just prove how ignorant and uninformed people are.
I am writing in regard to the incidents that occurred during U.S. Rep. Tom Tancredo's visit to MSU.
On Jan. 19, the MSU Board of Trustees will hold its first meeting of the year. It also will be the first board meeting for new Democratic Trustees Faylene Owen and George Perles, whose eight-year terms began Jan.
The casual observer just does not fully understand the problem the homeless of East Lansing pose to guests of the city's parking structures.
Welcome back, Spartans! It's a new year and a new semester, which means a fresh start for us all.
As an MSU College of Law student, I am embarrassed by what happened during Rep. Tom Tancredo's visit.
The voters approved Proposal 2, a ban on some affirmative action programs, in November. I fail to see why Michigan's universities and major cities continue to ignore the will of the people and waste even more of our ridiculously high taxes on legal challenges rather than using it to reduce our tuition.
Every year during the holiday season, millions of individuals look for opportunities to contribute their time and/or money to charitable organizations.
Last week, Keith Ellison took office as the first Muslim member of Congress. During his private ceremony, Ellison was sworn in with one hand on the Muslim holy book — the Quran. And alas, the country did not crumble and fall into the hands of our opponents when the Minnesota congressman's hand rested on the Quran during the ceremony. Prior to Ellison's private ceremony, he joined his fellow representatives for a public swearing in ceremony, where no holy book was present.
It's telling how most media coverage has left out the more alarming facts in regard to U.S. Rep.
Your editorial, "University should create Prop.
Expectations for success are exceptionally high for the MSU basketball program — four Final Fours and a title in eight seasons — a pretty stellar stint for any program in history, really.