Apparently, public involvement is equal to being a “witch hunt,” at least in the case of Trayvon Martin. At least, it is to some. The shooting of Martin is not a unique case.
Sexual assault and rape are severe crimes that can often go unsolved. But with the implementation of a specialized rape kit testing laboratory, these crimes against people, including MSU students, could be analyzed quicker and more effectively. The specialized laboratory that will be used to analyze the DNA of sexual assault victims on MSU’s campus will be implemented in Michigan State Police’s existing Northville, Mich., laboratory beginning this summer.
I cannot help but feel the letter titled “Fossil fuel alternatives feasible” (SN 4/19) overlooks significant challenges in transitioning to alternative energy and even presents some false information.
Last week, I had the privilege of attending the Michigan Interscholastic Press Association, or MIPA, spring conference in Lansing, which hosts high school and middle school journalists from across Michigan who receive awards in newspaper, yearbook and video journalism. MIPA is something that is near and dear to my heart because I was, as they call attendees, a “MIPA kid,” and I remember the excitement I felt when I won awards during my time at Traverse City Central High School’s student newspaper, The Black & Gold.
Finals week is daunting to most MSU students, and with a high grade-point average being the intended goal for many, it’s important to remember to maintain health — both mentally and physically. Finals week is known to cause students to stretch their mental and physical capabilities beyond what they’re used to.
March 28 stands among my proudest days as a member of the Spartan family. It had nothing to do with our nationally recognized academic programs or our top-notch sports teams, though I certainly am proud of them as well.
I used to refer to The New York Times best-seller list when I wanted to find something new to read. If everyone else was reading it, I thought, it must be decent. Millions of people can’t be wrong.
Some students have faced the daunting situation of choosing to get themselves in trouble with law enforcement in order to save a friend’s life. With a new medical amnesty bill, which just passed the Michigan Senate last Wednesday, this scenario now might be avoided.
I recently wrote a letter on exported fuels by U.S. oil companies that reap higher prices paid overseas. Another reason for our high gasoline prices is the closure of U.S.
This week is ‘World Week for Animals in Laboratories,’ an internationally recognized week of activism and outreach aimed at raising awareness about the plight of animals in labs and the abuses of animal experimentation.
When East Lansing officials began the search for a new city manager last year, they took their pursuit to a national level — and spent $26,000 along the way — only to hire internal candidate George Lahanas.
In response to the guest column, “Nurturing sidewalk tolerance,” (SN 4/19) author Nathaniel Fedorchak seems to miss the point of both tolerance and free speech in this country.
Breaking up with my boyfriend forced me to do what I should have started at the beginning of the school year — make friends.
The storefront that used to be Barnes & Noble, 333 E. Grand River Ave., currently is in the process of finding a new leesse.
Thank you for the recent editorial titled “Transition plan slow, steady steps for MSU.” (SN 4/17) However, as an ardent participant in the MSU energy conversation, since it found its place at the forefront of MSU buzz two and a half years ago, I’m very disappointed.
I don’t know how it is on most college campuses, because I have only ever spent a significant amount of time on this one, but around here, using sidewalk chalk as a way to get out a message is a very common thing.
With MSU earning the eighth largest enrollment spot in the nation in the fall of 2011 and seeing an increase in out-of-state and international students in the MSU population, the school’s reputation will continue to improve on a global scale, welcoming a more diversified student body.
Occasionally, the world turns its attention toward Africa. A viral video about Africa broke all records for viewership. In Northern Uganda though, at a showing of the viral video, Africans threw stones at the screen.
Looking back on many of my articles, I find I have been giving off a very cynical and pessimistic vibe. I suppose I should clarify that I am not really as negative as I seem in my writing, although I have found the best way to stir up a conversation is by writing about controversial topics that often take on a less than optimistic tone.
If you’re a motorcyclist in Michigan, you are about 37 times as likely as car occupants to die in a traffic crash per vehicle mile, according to the Michigan State Police website. It’s a terrifying number, and it’s one that’s going to get a lot scarier because of one new Michigan law.