cedar red cedar log I PEOPLE ISSUES GREEKS EVENTS VARSITY SPORTS SENIOR PORTRAITS 012 098 140 160 258 312 Openi ng: Pieces ere, people from around the world come together. We have different backgrounds, dfferent experiences and different histories. Together, we begin a new chapter, piecing together a new story derived from new ideas and new experiences. Each individual acts as their own unique piece to the puzzle that is our greater existence. We are all Spartans, contributing to the legacy of our institution, Michigan State University. ■ rd' 005 Opening: Pieces Opening: Pieces I We find them in the classroom. We find them in their dorms and cafeterias. And we find them outside, exercising their bodies and minds. These are the individuals that make our university its own. They are the friends we make through colleges, organizations, sports, residence halls and coincidence. They fill our classrooms with knowledge and curiosity. We celebrate and suffer with them. We are the future athletes, musicians, artists, scientists, veterinarians, doctors, engineers, lawyers, and politicians that will change our world. With over 33,000 students, we may not know all of our peers, but we are united through our experience as Spartans. ■ I e 015 H FRESHMA PERSPECTIV Text:RachelSylvester shotovr Desi gn: ri cari Vo11 mar ■i seiLefeHe, La Wood Small town girl adjusts to life on campus Adorned with overstuffed backpacks and t-shirts proclaiming their newfound Spartan pride, many eager first-years unpack their bags with good intentions. Despite their objectives, the arrival of over 7,000 freshmen this past August evoked an unusual reaction among upperclassmen, one primarily of frustration and annoyance. While these reactions are common, very few find it hard not to like 18-year-old Mara Willemin. Armed with a contagious smile and infectious personality, Willemin is best described as anything but ordinary. Originally from Dewitt, a small town minutes outside of campus, Willemin vividly recalls her decision to become a Spartan, despite the close proximity to home. After applying to Central Michigan University and Grand Valley State, the avid C-SPAN viewer ultimately chose MSU for its prestigious James Madison program. “I was intrigued by the political aspects of it,” she said. “It helps that my sister is a sophomore here as well. It’s good to see a familiar face.” Like most freshmen, Willemin spent the first several weeks at school in a con­ fused state of transition. As late August arrived, move-in day came and went in what she referred to as a “chaotic blur.” After spending eight hours unpacking two carloads of belongings, reality quickly settled in. “I’ve been ready to move out for a while, but it finally hit me that I’m on my own,” she said. With a weeklong list of welcome activities catered towards freshmen, it was doubtful that Willemin would have any time to stress. Attending events such as Sparticipation and the Greek Welcome, she quickly became caught up in the numerous amount of activities on campus. “I’m amazed at the number of involvement opportunities,” she said. “If you have an interest in anything at all, there’s probably a club for it.” Splitting her time between scheduled events and welcome week activities, it became evident that the once anxious freshman was gaining her foothold. “It helps that my roommate and I have clicked so well,” she said. “Expanding our social circle is much easier when we’re working together.” As with most freshmen, the two were eager to fully embrace Welcome Week festivities by spending their nights migrating from different fraternity parties. It didn’t take long for her to take notice of the obvious difference in social atmo­ spheres compared to those back home. “We’d be lucky if 15 people showed up at a party in high school,” she laughed. “Here, you have difficulty moving with your hands pressed to your sides.” Another aspect of college life that grabbed her attention was the lack of trans­ portation. Without a car and clueless as to how to work the CATA system, she was left to traverse campus on her own. “I definitely wasn’t anticipating the amount of walking,” she complained while throwing her head back in disgust. “I feel as if my legs are going to fall off.” With the start of classes quickly approaching, there didn’t appear to be a solu­ tion for Willemin’s walking dilemma but to hope for the best. “I rushed to get quickly from class to class on the first day,” she said. “Although I underestimated the amount of time I needed,ii eventually arrived on time.” Upon entering her first class of the semester - a public affairs course - she >gContinued on pg. Freshman HcEBn|l^Bn takes careful nHL. The Janies Madison student spent a.BolHB her time in Case ||adlS9j the library. EEMs^Biefere was floored by the sheer size of the lectuiL “Icome from a high school where no class size exceeds 25 students7 she said. “The size of my entire graduating class in one lecture hall was almost overwhelming.” Without much help from her map, Willemin found that the walk to her second scheduled class proved more difficult. ‘fflhad to stop and ask for help on multiple occasions,” she said. “I was expecting to be ignored, so I was surprised at the willingness of others who wanted to help.” While the magnitude of course work is intimidating to most freshmen, J she appeared to fear something much greater than reading assignments. “The Federalist Papers,” she said with a laugh. All honors college humor aside, Mara expressed concern at her aca­ demic standing as a new student among thousands. “I didn’t have to try very hard in high school, so I’m going to put in a lot of effort to maintain my grades,” she said. “Success came natu­ rally for me, but now you find yourself surrounded by others who find it comes naturally to them too - that’s why they’re sitting next to you.” As the first week of classes came to a close, Willemin and other students campus-wide shifted their focus from homework to the opening football game against Montana State. Case residents were in for a shock as enthusiastic tailgaters set up camp at the nearby tennis courts while the band offered a morning rendition of the fight song. “As much as I’m about school spirit, I’m anything but peppy at six in the morning,” Willemin said. After a prolonged wait in line, she and six others acquired their colored wristbands and found themselves situated conveniently behind the end zone. Impressed by the complexity of the game - as well as the vulgarity of the cheers - her first college football experience was nothing short of enjoyable. “I’m not really into sports, but it’s cool that everyone is part of that huge fan community,” she said. “Green and White, you’re all the same.” In order to avoid the post-game chaos, the group left during the 3rd quarter with Mara saying, “I can’t wait to go back.” Once back in her dorm, the prospect of a night out loomed before her. After contemplating the idea, the studious freshman chose to stay in due to her demanding workload. “I wanted to spend the initial weekend getting ahead of assignments,” she said with a sigh. “But I’d rather spend two hours studying compared to spending those same hours trekking around campus in heels.” With freshman year before her and Welcome Week coming to a gradual close, she became suddenly aware of the difficulties of adjust­ ing to life on campus. Although no tears were shed upon her arrival to school, the reality of goodbyes hit suddenly while video messaging with a close friend back home. “My best friend is at the University of Michigan and to see her on the screen allowed me to realize I’m no longer right down the street,” she said. Having left behind more than just family and friends, she found espe­ cially difficult the task of saying goodbye to her high school boyfriend. “It seems too ridiculous that he’s only 15 minutes away, yet my time is limited, so it’s hard to remain on the same page.” With time devoted to academics, dance classes and study groups, the initial three weeks rapidly passed Willemin by. Aside from homework, she found herself focusing less on classes and more on her newfound sense of self. “The most important thing for me is to become more independent,” she said. “Sometimes I’m tired and unmotivated, but I’m starting to get into the swing of things.” Sluggishness aside, Willemin must also face the task of living on her own. With no one to put dinner on the table or do the laundry, she discovers the biggest lesson of all. “I realize now you’re responsible for yourself,” she said. “No one’s holding your hand anymore.” “Success came naturally for me, but now you find yourself surrounded by others who find it comes naturally to them too - that’s why they’re sittino next to you.” People Freshman Lauren Hoad* before hf|^| f"eshnan wag programs. 017 Hi m—1 ■il ■■■ l-Ii : «88 mm ■ “When you find someone who’s in line with what you want and who highlights your goals, it makes it easier to get married.” Da r r ™ Hi JJKTjF" - Ke 11 er- W a Mi rtgt oft a M M wedding rings. J a m e ik a K e 11 e r - W a s h i ng t o n and Put dishes away in^prliiimlSM beS tofttttrjsfi®* People: Married Couple YOUNG LOVE MSU couple ties the knot after meeting freshman year in chemistry class Even though Jameika and Darryl say they are opposites, they do agree that they build each other up to be the best they can be. “We were together for around two years. That time When you find someone who’s in line with what we were growing up and maturing together,” Darryl said.|_ you want and who highlights your goals it makes it 1 easier to get married. intimate way. I based my decision [to marry her] off what I thought the future could be, and God too.” got to know her in a deep, Even though marriage is a huge responsibility the couple feels that it has only enhanced their relationship and their lives. “I was going to school and working before,” Jameika said. “Now I’m going to school, working and taking care of a husband. It’s not that it got harder, it’s just more to balance. There is a lot more to look forward to, my life has more direction. Marriage takes work, it’s not as easy as it sounds. I think people forget that, but it gives you the best return.” A year and a half into their marriage and three years into their relationship, Jameika and Darryl only hope to have their relationship continue to prosper. “I just want to be happy and always growing, not average,” Darryl said. “ Working together to get better and growing together and making an impact on the world together. We have goals to be entrepreneurs together. And having kids, starting a heritage together. I couldn’t picture being with anybody else.” ■Text: LaBSe TilHon P h OM0: Eli s e Eere Eber 019 He picks her up from her job at American Eagle Outfitters, it’s late but he wants to go to dinner. He takes her to P.F. Changs, even though the restaurant has already closed. He has a plan. The couple walks in, to have a romantic dinner in a restaurant all to themselves. He is dressed up and she is wondering what is going on. They eat dinner, then comes dessert. On her plate is a ring, he gets down on one knee. She says yes. This is the story of Jameika and Darryl Woods, two Michigan State seniors who found love freshman year of their college careers. “We met in chemistry class and we both lived in Brody,” Jameika explained. “We met through a friend, and we became chemistry homework buddies. We started talking that spring.” Although the couple found each other early in their college, they never expected to meet “the one” upon arriving at MSU. |js‘| came with a high school sweetheart,” Darryl said. “It didn’t work out. I got to college and met her. I didn’t expect it when I first came.” Even at the beginning of their relationship, they didn’t know they had just met their soul mate. “We’re total opposites, but opposites attract,” Jameika said. “My weaknesses are his strengths and vice versa. When I might second judge things, he’s that reassurance that says ‘no you should do it this way.’Your husband is your mirror, you see things you don’t wanna see, but it improves you.” 4m ynl vu,< Text: Col by B'.efflfflime Phot|| Eli® Leferer. PeBian: Jes-ish'Ba H^fyard if. I I >ut that popping Iyour collar and »piking my hair s I1 ■ Y Sigma Nu sophomore defines himself as an atypical “frat guy’ Walking down Grand River, Wade Johnston feels as if there are eyes penetrating him. Not as if they are bad eyes, considering there are 52 Greek chapters on campus; just eyes. Eyes that look at him and stereotypically say, “Look at that frat guy.” Not to stereotype, but if you were to ask someone the three phrases that pop into their head when asked to describe a frat guy, whether in praise or criticism, the three things would likely be “gelled hair,” “popped collar,” and “cocky® Fortunately for Johnston, he feels like he avoids the stereotype by being a different type of person. “You don’t have to fit the stereotypical profile of a frat guy to be a part of the modern day fraternity activities,” he said. Johnston walks around most of the time displaying the letters of Sigma Nu on his chest, a fraternity he says he proudly represents. “Not throwing judgment on any other fraternities, but I feel that Sigma Nu is one of the best at having a nice mixture of guys,” he said. “But that’s not to say that we don’t have our fair share of frat guys. But, they aren’t so in-your-face as some.” But what about that other elephant in the room that typically goes along with being in a fraternity? The ugly act of binge drinking that most campus officials want to avoid but is heavily associated with fraternities. “That, I have to say, is something I have had my fair share with,” Johnston said. “You can avoid some stereotypes, but sometimes when you are around a frat environment, it happens. I’m not proud of it, but it happens sometimes.” Johnston has had many nights out on the town but he still strives to be a normal guy, not! a cookie-cut frat guy. He is in his second year at State, and is trying to earn a degree in accounting. Most days he spends some time at the library. While he likes to look good in his clothes, he avoids looking like he is trying to dress as the most outlandish frat guy on campus. “If you were to see Wade on a normal day, or even at the frat, you wouldn’t even know that he was in a fraternity,” said friend and fellow fraternity member sophomore Rob Acho. Johnston accredits that to what he believes being in a fraternity is all about. “I like to go out and look nice. I wear polos, he said.j] ^^^Ican enjoy myself without all of that.” So yeah, Wade Johnston does enjoy walking down Grand River with his letters displayed across his chest. He will let those judging eyes penetrate him anytime and let those strangers who know nothing about him come to the conclusion that he is just another frat guy, because he knows that, along with many other members of the Greek community, he is nothing like the stereotype says they should be. “Almost everybody who is a part of a fraternity doesn’t fit the stereotype,” Johnston said. “They just aren’t as noticeable, so they go unnoticed.” Sounds pretty modest for a “typical” frat guy. »>/hom'ore WBI whnsraon^&nfe rushes. While B a part of his fraternity, he Homfe'f'j me s has to step ®Ff feS theL side for ta-iHI«lonljM |]| fililM Senior NadaZohdy stands n front M the 1 E ullIn her co oS tHt Htands for cooperative living. Thr r panted by a previous resident of ti|% co op, 'u:r Wi ke add i hha , i*■ '-Z||||^F QM ^^Sa.racter fjf the hqus Nada Zohdy makes herself an omlette beforeIt] ;s . They have both :p||SBa 1 and fKd atpheifr co-op. It was kinda a hippie house. * The co-op housing at MSU started in the 1930s and then started booming after World Warll ?5 People: New Community ColOp : L«| i e Phot^^»hn ¥el ftsp: Brenda«Pr|st ^ isIf Lane ARTIFACTS IN LIFE New Community Co-Op holds strong to its past Around every corner there is a new treasure: from road signs and bike parts, to old dishes and a piano, to a Xerox machine and a hand-painted mural on the wall. No one knows where it all came from, or if it even works, but everyone refuses to throw it away. Walking through New Community, the co-op on the corner of Division and Ann streets, is like walking through a museum. For senior Nada Zohdy, this museum is her home. New Community was started in 1969 by a group of students who thought the other co-ops of the time were not counter-culture enough. Nada learned about co-op living from her sister, who also lived in a co-op while she attended Michigan State. “My sister had a really phenomenal experience, so living in a co-op has been in the back of my mind for a while and now that I am a senior, I wanted to take advantage of co-op [living],” Nada said. “I think the perks of a co-op is the most basic thing about it: the house is democratically owned, so instead of having a landlord, we all own a part of the house so we vote to make decisions.” For Zohdy, not having to deal with a landlord was a huge selling point for the co-op. Because there is no landlord, the rent is relatively cheap because no one is making a profit off of renting the house. Last year, she lived in Chandler Crossings, but this year, she decided it was too far off campus for the amount of money she was paying for it. “Because I share a room, I pay $315 a month, which for my location is awesome,” Zohdy said. “Last year, I paid $500 a month and it was so far off campus. So I have almost cut my rent in half, plus I love my living situation so much more. “The other thing I like about the house, besides its location, is that the house has really good character,” she said. “I was in a very typical off- campus student apartment last year. It was really nice and spacious and everything, but I felt like I had to do a lot to it to give it character.” There are roughly 250 students living in co-ops in East Lansing, and according to Zohdy, most are “people who are really socially conscience and environmentally conscience.” According to Zohdy, co-op living is entirely based on a sense of community, in that everyone must chip in and do their part in order to make the household run efficiently. Each person has a specific job that they must do each week in order to keep up on the housework, which helps keep everyone on the same page. “We are becoming closer friends,” Zohdy said. “Not knowing each other was a little bit awkward in the beginning, but I am definitely creating stronger relationships with people in the house. There was a small part of me that was apprehensive about it, but this year for the majority of us it was our first year living in a co-op so we could all relate to being in an unfamiliar situation. I am really happy with the way things have been working out.” |p'a n t r®g§ e 1 f Eacff'memid^^ffl the PuIJSJB ff^dge* to s«j|aathe^^H itMl that w provided by fiBEras. The house buys grOk^liftSHuch as bji®er, eggs and ra| >t‘be membersBSI the ^Sop slyare. ^Hde^nr i ilSd n the >e nllpd bd s i c k that ■pit: Hi iM Til son Phqtor,:: Mason Brendan Prost BLE BOND Freshman twins mirror looks, likes and life Everyone has a best friend, but not every­ one has one who can finish your sentences, whom you have known for 18 years and who happens to look exactly like you. Sophomores Joe and Steve Broderick, best friends and twin brothers, spent 18 years of their lives under the same roof and have both become kinesiol­ ogy majors here at State. “I decided to go to State first/’ Joe said. “We applied to all the same colleges, but if he had gone somewhere else, it wasn’t a big deal.” “Eighteen years is long enough to live with someone. We are not roommates,” Steve finished for Joe. “A lot of people suggested that we live our own lives and not go to the same school.” When the brothers applied to MSU, they listed Lyman Briggs as their majors, but then changed to psychology, then James Madison and finally settled as kinesiology majors. “I made the exact same moves,” Steve said, “but Joe did them first. I was born first, though.” As freshmen, Joe lived in Case Hall and Steve lived in Snyder-Phillips Hall. The broth­ ers decided not to be roommates because they wanted to start their own lives. “It was a good 25-minute walk,” Joe said. “All our family was like, ‘Don’t you wanna be closer?”’ “It was a good buffer zone though,” Steve added. “It is way too easy to get on someone’s nerves when you know them that welliH Although the brothers said they are not attached at the hip, their lives will always overlap due to their like-major. Joe and Steve ended up in the same physics class freshman year and liked it. After that, they intentionally took another class together. “We’re taking all the same classes, so our schedules overlap,” Steve said. “In middle school and elementary school, they would split us on purpose so the teachers were not hassled with it, but once we got to high school, they couldn’t really do anything about splitting us up all the time.” Joe and Steve discovered that there are some benefits to taking classes with their twin, such as having a study partner. “We have the same study habits, I’m pretty sure,” Joe said. “Makes the class easier to study for. Sometimes we’ll buy one book and share to save us money.” Even though Joe and Steve are identical twins, their close friends are able to tell them apart. However, when they first meet people, there is a bit of confusion. “We’re so used to it, it’s not a big deal when people confuse us,” Steve said. “When we are apart, people have a harder time telling us apart.”} When people confuse the twins, some­ times they like to joke around and respond to each other’s names to confuse their friends even more, but they have only actually traded places once in their life. “Last year, we were eating in Steve’s dorm and one of our friends’ friends told him that she thought the twin in the green shirt was cute. It was me,” Joe said. “So after we left, we traded shirts and Steve went to talk to her and she had no idea that it was a different person. Our friend told her later and she was so embarrassed.” Steve added that although people always tell them they should switch places more often, they never do. Even though they are incred- j ibly similar, they do have some distinguishing personality traits, and of course, there is no fooling their mother about who is who. “Our mom and dad kept our hospital brace­ lets on us for three months to tell us apart,” Joe said. “They never tried to push on us that we had to be exactly the same, though.” When the boys were younger, their par- j ents had a color system for their outfits to tell them apart. “Sometimes, our parents mess it up if they are looking at the back of our heads,” Steve said. “But that’s the only time.” Steve and Joe said they grew up using words such as “we,” “us,” and “ours” more than other people, which brought them closer together. Sometimes, it seems as though they have some sort of telepathic communication. “It’s like we have ESP,” Steve said. “But it’s not like we have a secret lan­ guage,” Joe added. “At the football game against Central, we were sitting in different rows and different sections, and our friend was watching the game in his room. He told us after that we were both texting him the exact same thing, asking the same questions and giving the same responses. He thought we were playing a joke on him, but we didn’t talk the entire game.” Thus far in their college careers, the broth­ ers have not lived together, but they are con­ sidering getting a house together. Even though they have no idea where their careers will take them after college, they say they won’t make decisions based on each other. At the same time, they are certain that they will remain as closeasever^^^^^^^^^^^^^^_^^ “People always ask us what it’s like to be a twin Steve said, “but we don’t know what it’s like not to be a twinjlt would probably be a lot different. I wouldn’t like it if I didn’t have a twin.” People: Twins “People always ask us what it’s like to be a twin, but we don’t know what it’s like not to be a twin.” ^^Biomorl^^^Hand Steve Broder­ ick battle each other Although the brothers said H H 'IBarely fightMthey enjoy pT®|ng against ealMofj| Joe and Steve reminisce over an pd Halloween photo. The boys wer ¡®Ry- ons, but theyl»n’t>'^^^^Mw|^/a^H HI *T»Tii • ; E læ Âe t™ Tpi parpi îpned IpiH h o m eschooled to MSU wiâ|ffl» 44, Ot^ptùdeftH 7m fowl hé| pl ^ffaja MSU in the music] dlSrtiin'gt and n is . V i HEAD START AT HOME Student attributes home schooling to her good habits at MSU Back in high school, classmates usually held the same general stereotypes regarding home-schoolers. Some figured they slept in everyday and probably were awkward socially. With these principles in mind, how could someone who learned at home since third grade survive at a public university of more than 44,000 students? Actually, according to senior Elizabeth Toy, the home schooler in question, it wasn’t really that much of a hassle at all. Jit wasn’t that difficult to adapt to university life,” Toy said. “I don’t feel like the transition that I went through from being home-schooled to being at a university was that much different than people that go from a public high school to a university.” There goes that myth. But what about all that relaxation time home-schoolers had while other students slaved away for 7 hours? That’s not entirely true either. Because Toy kept track of her own grades and didn’t cheat herself, she developed a sense of discipline early on. So instead of slacking off outside of a school environment, Toy thinks she got a head start on the big factor that can make a college career: self-reliance. “One of the things I think people struggle with when they come to school is that they don’t have someone telling them how to manage their time,” Toy said. “Being home-schooled really helped me to know this is what I want to do, this is what I need to do, I can fit in both and be balanced and be happy.” Toy pointed out several advantages to learning at home. For her own case, it was easier to plan the courses with her mom-turned-teacher to center around her interests in history and music. It also allowed for more practice time for her musical aspirations, an important factor considering Toy is working towards becoming a professional opera singer. In addition to essentially learning what she wanted to learn at home, Toy was aided by outside resources provided to home-schoolers to round out her education for college. A group called Team Works in the local area (Toy grew up on the west side of Lansing) offered classes for home- schoolers where she was able to take computer classes and a course about how to keep proper grades in order to produce a proper transcript. Another group, called the Home School Music Association, allowed Toy to get involved with the choir and orchestra aspects. Many of these programs are a result of the growing trend of more kids being home-schooled in the past ten years, a result of the flexibility it provides along with allowing kids to excel in the areas that they choose, according to Toy. All of these extra-curricular activities helped Toy avoid the apparent social disaster that is missing out on making friends in the public school setting. | “A lot of people have a lot of misconceived ideas that home-schooleml are socially awkward because they|^H didn’t grow up going to school with other | ______1Toy said. “But if you know how to take advantage of the resources that are available to home-schoolers, that’s really not the case.” Still, as a result of her learning at home, Toy became more attached to her family, and that bond is hard to break. “I don’t think friends can ever really come close to family,” Toy said. She did note that amongst her many acquaintances, she does have one good close friend, and that’s what suits Toy the best. So where has all that home schooling led Toy? Well, she’s getting closer to her dream of singing opera professionally. She’s due to graduate in May, and at the time of the interview, was accepted to three of four graduate schools for vocal performance that she auditioned at. Toy obviously enjoyed many benefits that helped her later on in college and are still helping her towards her career today, as a result of working hard and learning self-reliance early. However, Toy did say she that if she needed a day off every once and awhile, it would be granted. But she always made up for it in the summer. ■ '1 b Kanclerz Photo : Ellina Stein D§g»n: Vimarra Vol Tma| “A lot of people have a lot of misconceived ideas that home-schoolers are socially awkward because they didn’t grow up going to school with other people” Green blood runs deep in junior’s family As Spartans, we say that we bleed Green. It is a strong bond between us that runs through the veins of current students and alumni alike. It is a sense of pride that extends beyond the athletic fields and even the campus. It is a pride that is passed down from parents to children to grandchildren. But for junior Elaine Bristol, saying her family bleeds Green is an understatement. Elaine is a fifth-generation Spartan. All of Bristol’s family is part of the agricultural field; they all have a strong appreciation for the environment as each generation was raised by parents in some sort of agricultural field. “A lot of Michigan State pride comes from my family,” Bristol said. “We bleed green. We used to come to a lot of games, and I always felt a connection to the ivy on the buildings and the rolling lawns. It just felt like home, just because everything we are about is green.” Bristol’s great-great-grandfather attended the university when it was known as Michigan Agricultural College. Her great-grandfather attended the university when it was known as Michigan State College. Elaine’s grandmother and grandfather graduated from Michigan State College with degrees in Home Economics and Horticulture Shortcourse, respectively. Her father graduated from Michigan State University in 1981 with a degree in Livestock Production. “I think a lot of it was to learn as much as he could by coming to school,” Elaine said, “but also to learn from other students about what they did at their farms and incorporate it at his own farm.” Although the current-day Bristols’ lives are busier than their great-grandpa’s, they still enjoy making time to come back and visit. This is especially because of the family’s strong connection with MSU’s resident agricultural fraternity. “My family is pretty involved in Alpha Gamma Rho,” she said. “My great-grandfather was the 17th member of Alpha Gamma Rho, and there were 15 founding fathers. I don’t know the exact number of Bristols that have attended, but in addition to my grandparents and parents, I know my dad’s brother had five boys who all came here, and my sister graduated from MSU in December.” To this day, Elaine’s parents enjoy coming back to support their alma mater for the Homecoming game, and although their Spartan pride runs deep, they never pressured her to attend State. “Both my parents inspired me to study what I wanted to study at any school that had the best program and could set me up with the right connections,” Elaine said. “I think MSU pretty much does that across the board by having opportunities to meet faculty and join clubs.” She wanted a degree in something related to agriculture because it’s her passion. “Agriculture right now is at a critical point. Less than two percent of the population [are] farmers,” Elaine said. “Being involved with 4-H and FFA (Future Farmers of America) really inspired me to be in Agriculture Communication because less and less of the population is in agriculture.” Although she paved the way for her career in agriculture through her experiences growing up on a sheep farm and her involvement in 4-H and FFA, Bristol has no idea where she will end up working. “That’s the thing about agriculture; I don’t know where I’ll end up,” Elaine said. “Of course,Hwould love to live in Michigan and be close to MSU, but MSU sets you up for anywhere, and it would be nice to experience a different climate. But either way, it will be fun to be able to come back for Homecomings.” No matter where Elaine ends up, there is no denying her love and pride for campus. Even though her Spartan family didn’t push her to attend State, she knows that it is the right place for her, and of course her parents and grandparents are proud. “I think my grandparents on my dad’s side are really proud of the MSU heritage,” Bristol said. “When my sister graduated last December, I sat by my grandma and she turned to me and said, ‘You know, this is our first granddaughter to graduate from MSU.’ I think they were really excited for her.” 028 Text : Leslie Ti aine,»Br’istpl .h,as "‘Junior’ a Ipng-' family Irtstory in thè agri cui ture program' at Mi chi gin i-state, Her famiiy-,haa,'been aftending; sirice thè” l*890s. People: Fifth-Generation Spartan Junior KSm Mortêr&n pilotices fojpthe! show:/ Sheas^ljiMt praotMe foM her SM).ej People: Marching Band Member Text: Col by Berthume Photo: Lauran Wood Dgn: Betsy Eber MARCHING BOND Spartan Marching Band member adds to the spirit of Spartan pride Sitting at a table on the first floor of The Union, Kate Mortenson’s black shirt with yellow collars on the sleeves showed no sign of green. As a matter of fact, nothing about her showed Green... on the outside. But as soon as the junior opened her mouth and started talking about being a member of the Spartan March Band, she began to bleed nothing but. “I think we are closer to the football team than most people,” Kate said with a smile. “We are there until the end for every game. We make a lot of sacrifices to a dignified Spartan, and everything the team feels, we also feel it.” Kate grew up in Brighton, where she played tenor saxophone for her high school marching band. She used to come to Adams Field to watch the Spartan Marching Band on game days and felt that being a band member was always in her future. “My dad was in the Spartan Marching Band, and my whole family always hung out on Adams Field before games,” said Kate. “I just knew that I wanted to end up playing for the band at Michigan Sate.” But when Kate decided that she actually was going to come to the University, it wasn’t a forgone conclusion that she would be in the band. Every marching band hopeful must audition in the summer. “I had to come to the school and play a solo in front of the band director,” Kate said. “And after I was accepted, I had to meet with my section leader and I was given a huge packet detailing stuff I had to do to prepare. It was just really crazy.” Along with having to play an instrument well, Kate said that to be a part of the band, she also has to be able to manage her time well. Monday through Friday, the band rehearses from 4:30 p.m. to 6 p.m., and every Monday the band held practices from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Each Saturday, the team has to wake up about six hours before the game starts to prepare. “A lot of my family and friends think I’m crazy for doing all of this just for one credit,” lasltslikiM “But it’s about more than just a | credit; it’s about being a part of such a huge family.I have over 300 people in the band that I share a bond with and I call ‘family.’” And then Kate got a serious look in her eyes. She wanted to make sure that she got across what it truly means to be a part of the Spartan Marching Band. “I will never forget my freshman year when we beat Penn State to go to a bowl game. All the seniors were crying and I didn’t really understand it, but nowHdo,” Kate stated proudly. “While some fans think they bleed Green, I can say that I, along with all the other members of the band, truly do bleed Green.” “But it’s about more than just a credit; it’s about being a part of such a huge family.” Me rcjpTMSR Bar section perform Hj r i ng h a 1 f t i me . So' rB|s om f B1 s i s one laEMf-illMHI Ex-Wolverine embraces new role as a Spartan Brittany Griffin’s earliest recollection as a Spartan began decades before her acceptance into State. As a child, both Griffin and her sisters accompanied their parents to football games, tailgating in front of the Old Horticulture building. choice to “go green” was met with opposition by classmates. “The common reaction was disgust,” she said. “That attitude is exactly why I chose to leave in the first place.” Fast forward 15 years, and the once dedicated Confident with her decision to transfer, Griffin Spartan faced a dilemma. The conclusion of senior year brought about the choice between two rival Big Ten universities: one that boasted of top national rankings and the other offering a more desirable college atmosphere. Having once lived in East Lansing, Griffin moved to Ann Arbor in hopes of a change of scenery. “I was too familiar with State, and felt Michi­ gan would be something new,” she said. “Since UofM is more competitive, I thought it would be more challenging. I’ve learned that’s not true - I’m going to dispel any rumors of that now.” Upon arrival in Ann Arbor, Griffin encountered difficulties commonly associated with fresh­ man year. The first of these obstacles involved her roommate, whom she met online through a Facebook group. “Her profile wasn’t an accurate representa­ tion of who she really was,” she said. “She was obsessed with the prestige of a Michigan degree and miserable with the distance from her boy­ friend.” Choosing to look past her living situation, Griffin made futile attempts to find her footing at Michigan. Despite making several new friends, she still sought a feeling of acceptance. “I knew from day one that it wasn’t for me,” she said. “It wasn’t where ¡¡belonged.” made her move between semesters. Moving in the dead of winter made adjustment difficult and she complained of the amount of walking, as most people do. “State definitely has much more of a campus feel compared to Michigan,” she said. “Michigan’s campus is integrated more within the city of Ann Arbor, so you interact with more residents com­ pared to students.” Armed with both a new roommate and positive outlook, Griffin quickly embraced her fresh start through involvement in various clubs and activities. The James Madison sophomore became a member of the MSU Democrats and Scout BANANA, a global non-profit group on campus. BpEveryone I’ve encountered has been incred­ ibly friendly,” she said. “They recognize that I saw the light and made the right decision to transfer.” A year after her move and she has no inten­ tions of leaving. With her younger sister the newest Spartan addition, it’s clear that the Griffin family doesn’t show signs of their once-Blue blood. “I’m so much more comfortable here,” she said. “At Michigan, students were more high- strung and competitive. Here, it’s more relaxed and down to earth.” Three days into the semester, it was clear that To those applying to Michigan in hopes of her freshman year was off to a rocky start. After spending her week in lectures, Griffin began a routine of splitting time between campuses. It was only after spending a Welcome Week in East Lansing when she returned home, aware of a need for change. “I went back to Ann Arbor and admitted to myself that I didn’t want to stay there,” she said. didn’t see myself staying for four years, let alone one.” With the decision made, the effort of telling friends and family remained. Not surprised with the support provided by her parents, Griffin’s becoming a Wolverine, Griffin warns with a chuckle, “Don’t do it.” Despite her unpleasant experience, Griffin recognizes the silver lining in her brief stint in Blue and Maize. “l^wen^traiahU^StateJwouldn^tappi^ ie it as much,” she said. “Part of me would ays wonder if Michigan would have worked out.” With the past behind her, Griffin is ready to embrace her next three years as a Spartan. “Now that I’m here, I can’t imagine being anywhere else.” 032 T»::,pa ^n|p¡y «¡Mge r P h A o: M ason Rob i n S©:n D®ig.n: Bets^ E-ber, Vic,ári ®l]Sal UofM Transfer If I went straight 3 State, I wouldn’t Doreciate it as much ( i ( ( r c f I i f ( < ( BRIDGING THE GAP Office of International Students and Scholars helps students feel at home in a foreign country J 9 F ^ m BBHB msm m mm R water bottles and replaces Senior Daniel Chen picks UD^HBa them witfl f re sh ones. C h e n a nd r o u g h1y 15 0 jJEjEI HBtherJKU »Hilts BPffsTS break Sicipants record for iMHHt ■ e n i sfBnki iffl k'jgp'off af|H bemBHredlsn. So® f p£ h i IBMPM ti ¡1 - Sf a f t,@,;r, Btiiffl h a lire beeaK'ewf an 034 For many of us, home is just a two hour car ride or very short flight away and not a long, exhausting 14-hour plane trip priced at $1,500. Yet this is the reality for many of Michigan State’s international students. “I will be going home over Christmas holiday,” Communications freshman Caiwei Zhu said. ‘The flight to China is long and expensive, but I want to see my family.” In an effort to shrink that distance between home and school, the university’s Office of International Students and Scholars (OISS) is a resource made available to all international students. OISS offers services in setting up social security numbers for international students to find employment, advises in immigration services, and provides links to foreign embassies and government agencies. “OISS will send information to other schools, advise us in our major, give us information on going home for the holiday... they make life easier for international students,” said Zhu. Along with all of these services, dozens of international student clubs can help students find a voice among 40,000 other students. Some of these clubs include: the Japan Club, Muslim Student Organization, Russian Club, Thai Student Organization, Fillipino Club, Chinese Undergraduate Student Organization, and the International Student Association, which automatically accepts are international students. In April, one of these groups, McGlobe, held a weekend-long soccer tournament in hopes of breaking a world record. McGlobe aims to plan events that relate to the background of many international students. The previous record was 36 hours with 50 players, but McGlobe shattered that with 152 players engaged for 37 hours. In the end, McGlobe raised over $400 dollars for UNICEF, an international organization that helps needy children worldwide. State takes pride in its international diversity. We’re ranked among the top 10 universities for international student enrollment, according to a report conducted by the Institute of International Education. With such diversity, the university can only benefit. This is part of OISS’s mission statement, to “provide opportunities for growth through cross- cultural interactions.” “My father told me that State was one of the best schools in the country for international students,” General Management freshman Teng Cao said.il thought that maybe with more international students, I would feel more at home.” The burning question, however, is why do students from all around the world choose Michigan State? “You don’t need a reason to party herelt’s more fun. The studies have more freedom, activities, flexible and creative projects,” said Cao, comparing the American school system to that of the Chinese. “Here, they guide you to learn, not force you on one track.” itry v'.'ftTANS* CFXEBÇi People: OISS Tj| El Delign: Bet# eH$ 'Hi car i Vol fpr. Letere, Mason RobinlSB I PIOUS ]PROPHEt It was a sight that would have made Jesus himself green with envy. Dozens gathered around outside of Wells Hall hanging onto every ■ word that the man with pepper-colored hair spoke or, quite often, yelled. With a staff in his hand and a fire in his stare, the 66-year-old mobile I minister easily angered and entertained the crowd, perhaps falling just B short of enlightening them. It’s undeniable that Brother Jed Smock, one of the infamous Wells Hall preachers, knows how to grab people’s attention. Brother Jed, who travels from campus to campus nationwide, stopped ■m by MSU on Sept. 22, and it didn’t take long for people to take notice. With exclamations like “All non-Christians are going to H-E-double-L!” kl and “Socialism is a sin!” Brother Jed garnered the attention he obviously ■ was striving for, and students were constantly amassed around the Indiana-native for the whole six hours that he graced them with his presence - pun intended. After luring students in with his - what can only be described as - bold statements, Brother Jed guided the conversation into a more personal, intimate direction. “After all, this isn’t church,” the self-professed former “whore- mongering frat boy” said. “Young men like this,” Brother Jed said, pointing to a man in the crowd while looking through the crowd in search of women listeners, “will tell you anything to get in your pants. Of course, he’ll probably prematurely ejaculate before he gets there. “Boys on this campus look as you as nothing more than a piece of A-S-S!” he yelled, to which a female student ran up next to him and mockingly shook her “A-S-S.” __________________________ “You girls,” he continued, “would rather have an orgasm than a bright idea!” To prove his point, Brother Jed took listeners on a trip back to the days of drugs, hugs and free love, when a young man named George Edward Smock was a sophomore at Indiana University. “Did you hear about the girl I dated in college?” George “Brother Jed” Smock asked. “This is not the one with crabs. “We never needed the heater,” he said, referencing the cold winters he spent with his main squeeze Margaret at their local drive-in theater. “We had our own heat. It was hotter than ever in the back seat of my father’s 1954 Chevrolet Bel Air with leather seats!” Soon, the whole crowd was chanting “In the back seat of my father’s 1954 Chevrolet Bel Air with leather seats!” each time Brother Jed would share another one of his collegiate sexcapades. “These stories,” Brother Jed explained, “are to teach you self-control.” ntfhuMlR pq. 1050 049 Eventually, the topic of conversation transitioned from sex to secularism, and soon thereafter opposing sacred texts. Hoisting a Qur’an into the air, Brother “You girls would rather have an ■orgasm than a bright idea!” Jed began reading passages from the Islamic holy book. When he was done reading scriptures that, according to him, called for the murder of Christians, Brother Jed gave his take on the Muslim faith. “Not ajjMuslims are terrorists,” he said. The crowd around him looked pleased and surprised at his uncharacteristically warm statement. “Good Muslims are terrorists.” After the crowd audibly displayed their displeasure with Brother Jed’s statement, he quickly moved to defend himself. “I had some Muslim girls at the University of Minnesota try to steal my Qur’an and kill me,” he said in a matter-of- fact tone. “Give us your Qur’an, or we’ll cut you into a thousand pieces,”’ he said in a raspy, butchered-Middle Eastern voice. After that, the Muslim women moved in and strangled him, and just before he gasped what could have been his last breath, the police came and the women scattered, never to be seen again. Man, could he tell a story. And as with any good storyteller, his tales and philosophies were full of twists and turns. Take, for instance, his stance on homosexuality. “I’m all for homosexual marriage,” Brother Jed admitted, again to pleased í'-theiBSTe;-S )f|B :ti oñ--' MRffJnJPT 1 or his next diatribe. ¡jfilBttded Brother Jed and his ks- g, “ B rBH Bl i s t h e MAN ! | and surprised applause. “If a good homosexual man wants to marry a lesbian woman...” Behold Brother Jed, the raiser of hope and crusher of spirits. When junior Dion Green joined the conversation and referenced a book that claimed many Christian leaders were homosexuals, Brother Jed pulled two gems out of his bag of tricks. He said the first with a disgusted look on his face: “It was probably written by some homo.” The second came when someone was talking during Green’s follow-up question. “You just interrupted a black guy,” Brother Jed said to the man who spoke when Green, an African-American, was asking his question; “You gotta give him some Affirmative Action!” Despite Brother Jed’s seemingly sporadic, random and out-of-nowhere comments, he did have a set goal and clear mission in mind for his day at MSU. “I want to start an army of preachers!”! he yelled. “We Christians want to take over the world!” If passersby didn’t know any better, j the Army-like crowd around him was prool enough to the success of his mission. Unfortunately for Brother Jed, however, 1 not everyone in the crowd was as gung-ho as their militant counterparts. “This isn’t religion,” someone from the crowd lamented. “This is bullshit.” BÉ 050 People: Wells Hall Preacher ropPher- Jed’s iRcffln home- ii¡M-yF^frrfr|¡ iS^- J awhileasBrol ' spreads the good BrâHlH-J. . usec^UBra ■st.afäMfMBMiKi to the ¡Biig|;ther Jed preach the crSdlf ^ude;hts||with signs em p h a Silin g the IBrSi r s o f H e 11 backing ifi mlip. fpdents gathered rao pear ¡¡lllHier Jed's A group of S'luderi||t &-, . identi fBd themsel ves as homosexual, Z |Mempt to h dur|Siig *• rant, Brother BM I ikt® he F®shm^tojMi«w Djiw^an||h^ ||| VewHitB take- thei ^ dMMwfr theBHit head HHe Grand Regatta. ■The tHim prll^B® 26: i^«s -a week tor events. Th.J|^9Bf MSU Crew pose with TjM Sa-lHona-l rcfe-Browls ififlBropiK The ■whole HaBearne'd finaIs in a record IMUIM'I's« •A.' : J i m £ MAKING WAVES MSU Crew’s new coach brings a new direction to program Its 5:45 a.m. and the MSU Crew is at Grand River Park, ready to begin practice. After a warm-up and stretch, they are in boats rowing up and down the river in pieces, rowing a specific time or distance, at different rates. 8:00 a.m.- the team comes off the water and heads to their classes. 5:00 p.m.- the team reports to Demonstration Hall for the second practice of the day; weight training for two to three hours. They go home to work on homework and go to bed, then wake up the next day to do it all again. Each rower puts in at least 26 hours of practice each week, all for a race that lasts no more than eight minutes. The hours of practice take dedication, ultimately perfecting each stroke made during a race. The team started the season with a new head coach, Mike Bailey, who revamped the program and taught the rowers a new technique that has paid off on the water. “The new coach we hired is incredibly knowledgeable, he has coached for 13 years,” senior club president Karl Harshe said. “His last program, he started from scratch and they went on to win a national championship. The training changed, his coaching style is completely different.” Although such a big change in the coaching style may have proved a difficult transition, the team has seen the results. “The fact we’re walking away from the first regatta of the year that gives out medals, with medals, that just hasnf happened,”Harshe said. The team has also showed their strength in the dual meets of their season. “We finally got the states cup back from Ohio State this year,” senior Laurissa Gulich said. “We beat them in 10 of the 13 I races. We have not had the cup in a while, j After winning back the states cup, the Crew’s season only continued to improve as all the boats showed faster times on the water. | Eight of the team’s boats earned a spot in the American Collegiate Rowing Association National Championship Regatta, with six boats! earning a spot in the grand finals. “We exceeded our expectations,” Harshe said. “Last year we only had one boat make it into the grand final and this year we had six. The men’s varsity eight, which is the highest profile race, posted the fastest time we have ever posted in a national event. We have had Olympians on the team and have not been able to post faster boats.” 1 With only five seniors and five juniors of 65 total athletes, the young team earned finals in a record seven events, qualifying for finals in four of their five eights races. The team also took home a silver medal in the lightweight women’s 4. The club’s hard work and improvements has not gone unnoticed, leaving next season even more promising than this one. ‘This season is a jumping walk for next season. Being able to finish on the top of the clubs means that we have a lot of potential,’« Harshe said. “All I can say is that I am really proud of the steps the team has made both individually and collectively. Between student leadership and the coaching staff, there is really not a whole lot more that I could have asked for.|B People: Club Rowing Pgotgr Al^sa Lane, submitted bvMMe Bawle« Be si cB VToar i Vo11 mar Text: Leslie Til son “The fact that we’re walking away from the first regatta of the year that gives out medals, with medals, that just hasn’t happened.” m>1*1* as 1»3106* P H m A. lllffi-aPrtallsaWnlete dufflng t« Beltoand ifegatta. Bhe refetta took pi ace on tha| team’s home waters. HF BBPHURtf 11 jHIl' the during an early morping n ta|ifc a r i wlffio uaj1 0 ifiT WjLTTjS, prieTi^^H twi^^h^mdapP®? Alissa Lane 053 ALL ABOUT PRIDE One student takes the definition of “fan” to a whole new level As Joe Oginsky walked out of the stadium, he couldn’t believe what he had just seen. He had just witnessed Michigan State beat Michigan in a 26-20 overtime thriller. “I’ve witnessed a lot of games. I was at the Final Four game when Michigan State beat Connecticut. I saw Michigan State beat Notre Dame last year in football, but this was one of the most special games I’ve been to,” Oginsky said with his voice cracking from screaming for four straight hours. But he didn’t have much time to think about what happened because he had to get his voice better for another week of cheering. After all, that is what a super-fan does. This is what THE super-fan does. It all started three years ago when he arrived in East Lansing as a freshman, coming from a close-knit school in rural Owosso. In high school, Oginsky said he was known for his pride, and that’s not something he wanted to lose when he got to State. “My freshman year, I realized that not a lot of people actually went ‘all out,’ and I felt like I needed to continue my super fan identity from high school and show my Spartan pride,” he said. Oginsky started the tradition at his very first football game of his freshman year when Michigan State played Alabama- Birmingham. “I walked into the stadium for my first game dressed with a State flag as a cap and a Spartan helmet ” he said. “And the costume has kind of evolved from that into what it is now.” Fast-forward to 2009, Joe’s junior year. At 7 a.m., the alarm rang through his ears and jolted him out of bed. He had exactly five hours to prepare for one of the biggest games of the year. “It was Michigan baby. What kind of super-fan would I be if I didn’t go all out for this one?” said Oginsky with a smug smirk on his face. His routine consists of waking up five hours before every kickoff to apply makeup. For basketball games, he always arrives a half-hour before the gates open to ensure he gets front row lower bowl. “After I apply my makeup I head to the stadium, and I have no time for tailgating because I have to get in line to get a seat,” he said. “I usually hang around after the game for two hours or so to tailgate with my friends and family. And drunk people usually like to take pictures with me.” But a super-fan has to get some attention, right? Oginsky has evolved his role as a super-fan throughout his three years at the school. What started out as a simple cape and helmet has transformed into a staple at home games. “I get a lot of support from random fans who love it. I’m in the same spot for most games so people tend to know where sj am going to be,” he said. Oginsky has been pictured in the Detroit Free Press and shown on TV for Spartan games numerous times. “Whenever I get coverage, I get pretty stoked because I think it is pretty cool,” he said with a laugh. As he prepares the intricate swirls on his face with a toothpick, he can’t help but feel a sense of pride. He strives to stand out and can’t help but want to be a part of Spartan history. “For the most part, I care about every Spartan team winning because it makes going to the games and being a fan that much better. When your team is winning, it’s a lot easier to cackle the other team.” ■ m w When your team is winning, it’s a lot easier to cackle the other team.” ■uni raw o e 0 g i n s k y w a i t a to enter Spa rtan Stadi urn before yheSglfSer M Uni versi ty of ■ /¿Tu a JoM s..inHsi tffimoMabl e he atBplftr Eli se Lefere IBIS People: Senior Text: Isara Hee , 5 R h e't o : Eri « T r || iH Desigi: Jess||H Hal Justin Ford wears many hats among the LBGT community at MSU. This communications senior is the program assistant of MSU’s LBGT Resource Center, as well as the president of RING, and the secretary of PRISM; LBGT caucuses in the residence halls. As he gets ready for the next phase of his life, Justin looks back on his time at MSU and credits his experiences in these groups with his personal growth and success. Although unforeseen, it was a combination of perfect timing and the offset of a broken relationship that led Justin to his involvement with these organizations. Dissatisfied with things, he felt he had too much downtime. “I needed to fill that void with something, and this community did that for me.” So, Ford took a chance. “I saw this poster for an event (with the residential caucuses),” he said. “And I’d thought I’d just go and check it out. Then I found out that PRISM needed an e-board position filled, so I just jumped in and got involved. It was the same with RING. At the time, their e-board sort of dismantled, so being a part of the community, I thought I’d just try my hand.” Ford got lucky again when he went to the LBGT Resource Center to volunteer, unknowingly at the same time the former program assistant was graduating and the position was opening up. The rest is history. >>Continue,d opjpg. 058 FEET ON THE GROUND A pillar of support in MSU’s LBGT community tells his story “I came in thinking I was further along the path to self- discovery than most people, but since then I’ve been able to learn so much more about myself - what I want, who I am and who I’m not.” Since everything fell into place for Justin, the part he’s fall and one of the chairs of the 2010 MSU Drag Show. enjoyed the most has been the people he’s worked with. “I love all the students that come in. It’s just fun to see them come in and watch them going through the same things that I once went through. “Like having someone walk in and tell me ‘I just came out, and it was awesome!’. I really love those experiences,” he laughed. “As for PRISM and RING, I love the students. They’re so much fun, and we learn so much for each other,” he said. “We’re just like a family, and we always have a great time together. My only regret is that I didn’t find out about them or get involved with them earlier.” Ford has since had countless memorable experiences in his involvement with the LBGT community at MSU. “There was the International Transgender Day of Remembrance, where we held a vigil for the lives that were lost in the past calendar year,” he said. Ford got to co-lead the vigil. “That was really, really wonderful. I had never felt more connected to my university and my community than at that moment,” he said. He was also a co-coordinator for the Spartan Remix last “It was a huge project, but it was so much fun just to see everyone having a wonderful time. It was incredibly gratifying to know that something I did could make so many people so happy,” he said. “The best thing about my time here at MSU was just all of the opportunities that were available to me to find out who I was,” Ford saidI came in thinking I was further along the path to self-discovery than most people, but since then I’ve been able to learn so much more about myself.- what I want, who l am, and who I’m not.1 “I guess the best thing about my being here is that I now feel I’ve accomplished everything I want to do.” Justin plans on pursuing a master’s degree on student affairs administration at Eastern Michigan University after he graduates. He is also getting married in May 2011. “I really like the quote: ‘Keep your eyes on the stars, but keep your feet on the ground’,” Justin advised to MSU students, both current and incoming. “You need to dream, and that’s important. But even when you’re accomplishing all these wonderful, grandiose things, you still need to be down-to-earth, humble, and very human about it all. That’s how I’ve lived my life.” B>di KB^btunaa is a ma|o;|# with the ftpesjof 1 -1 5WBBJ21 with di^iBil,iti^S She tMCurreirwi a teaching abwhinal p*chology class. Disabled senior aspires to help others For most students, the decision about where to go to college Is dependent on what they want to do with their lives. For senior Jodi Kreschmer, her decision required a little more thought. “How accessible is the university for my wheelchair?” Apparently, MSU was accessible enough. ‘They do have a really good disability network here,” Jodi said. ‘They are really good about accommodations. When I first got here, they helped me get settled and helped me find people to help me do things I can’t do on my own.” Although her lifestyle changed significantly when she came to Michigan State, Kreschmer had a large support network, which made the transition less difficult. She said the hardest part was asking people if they were willing to help, but everyone always lent a hand. Thanks to the helpful atmosphere, she was able to adjust and feel more comfortable, and now she works to help students with disabilities. “I do a lot of undergraduate research assistantships,” she said. “I am currently on the research for BAD-L, which stands for Building Alliances for Disability Leadership. Basically, they have people from older generations with disabilities mentor the newer generations so they can learn to take action. “I really want to go to school to help kids with disabilities,” Kreschmer said. “I would like to come back and help (disability programs) because they have helped me out over the past four years. I would be glad to help them in any way.” Kreschmer is passionate about helping others with disabilities because she feels that it is not only important to have a strong support network, but also to help them understand that anything really is possible through hard work._____ ‘I think I’m a good example that you can achieve something. It’s harder when you have a disability, but you can do it.”isho said. Ever since I was little -1 think it has something to do with my disability -1 have really been able to understand people and help people. I just have a knack for understanding relationships. I really want to make an example for kids with disabilities.” She wants to help kids with disabilities change their parents’ views on college. She feels that often parents are afraid to send their child to college, and just become too overwhelmed; she wants to help other students have the same opportunities she had. My dad always said, ‘You are going to go to college and you are going to make something of yourself,”’ she said. “Parents often get scared. My mom still is.’fl Kreschmer has overcome a lot to get where she is today. Leaving home to attend Michigan was a huge step out of her comfort zone, as well as adjusting to using a scooter. I always used to walk with my walker everywhere I went, but I can’t do that here because the campus is so big and the buses are just too confusing,” she said. “In the winter, I basically just have to trudge through. I have only gotten stuck twice. I must say, people are very nice if I get stuck or can’t open a door, they usually help. I just like my independence because I don’t like waiting for the bus or for someone to drive me.” She feels her educational experience at Michigan State has been great, but she thinks the best part is meeting people from all places around the world and learning about their cultures. Meeting other people with disabilities was also good,” she said. “I went to a school where I was the only one with a disability, so it’s good to see other people. I really like being a part of a community of people who are all different, but who come together to learn.” “I think I’m a good example that you can achiev something It’s harder when you have a disability, but you n do it.” “We want us all to come together, as students, and as Natives, working together, learning together and teaching together about our culture.” Jepp/ 1*1111 nd. fatlH' of the be|H»."the drum at the -.Kiel a n d , o f travels the 0ji bwa t ri be, U.2 with i m^nriiiTii i'^Tairr^s a drum and chant during MSU ’|H 27th Annual Pow-Wow of Love. fW si® held i n the . m'MtrBi :Gg7i»5gfts during th^flQwJSBBt. Offering free admission for a n s 9 0 ‘ 9 ri^K NatiMe Ameni can cu 11urs . f i l ' Photo: Mas!™ People: NAISO Tetxt:mésl ie Til son Rob inson, E r ica T reals DftiHn: B-rBndaif^pfi^'t TOGETHER AS ONE Mason ISMi^Br Native American tribes from across the Mid-west join in spirit at the Pow-Wow of Love As the drummers beat their tribal drums and chant their songs, dancers in brightly colored costumes dance in a circle in the middle of the floor. Small children, young adults and old war veterans alike move about in their own ways to the beat of the drums. Every spectator stands out of respect for the dancers and look on during the grand entry at the 27th Pow-Wow of Love. Each February the North American Indigenous Student Organization (NAISO) hosts the pow-wow to bring natives from across the mid-west together in celebration of their heritage. “To me, the pow-wow is a time to see my family, old friends and to make new ones,” junior Marcus Winchester said. “It is also a time to have a good time dancing and seeing the music. Winchester is the Residence Hall Association representative for NAISO. The group has been on campus since the 1970s and has strived to promote the Native cultures around campus. “A lot of people have misconceptions, so we get to teach the campus about us,” Winchester said. “We hold workshops where we do arts and crafts and presentations. This year, we had a panel answering questions about Native cultures.” But NAISO does much more than that. They also come together to learn about each other’s different tribes. NAISO has about 20 active members who come from different tribes, all of which have different heritages and traditions. “We come together to respect our culture, and others’. Every culture is different so we want to promote being proud of being Native,” freshman Bianca Blwekaty said. “I’m from out-of-state and I wanted to join some Native group to feel closer to them. This is a new experience for me because my tribe, we don’t do pow-wows, but it’s a way to get people together.” In addition to the pow-wow, NAISO hosts several events during November, as it is Native Heritage Month. The group uses this month to host social events and to teach others about aspects of the Native American culture and help others understand the different traditions. “I enjoy the different activities we do and getting to learn about different cultures,’’:Blwekaty said. “We’re going to Washington D.C. in April to see the Native American museum there. I am pretty excited for that.” The theme for all of NAISQ’s events is unity. | “We want us all to come together, as students,® and as Natives, working together, learning together] and teaching together about our culture, Elaina Leaureaux said. 063 Mffria’s Jofnt emplsfyee^Shn Klingleji checks out theBrdeHform ||or the neJoB^Srhe order slip'- taHE hid whe|§ fo; deliver t hadfa Final’iky, at thHend of Che nigjff, Klinl|||Eets a good tip. He waSexcited to head home.- v Thie^TJ^merlat thetttib house r Br osKa'gfcp.unt out ^Kttang/jffiBordg;| to'sget enough money toy the cost of Weir food. I-l w«Be Mt|e only ti'miffl-he iHPhange. / wasjjpaid all erj •hS jjl People: Menna’s Empioyee Text: Colby Berthume Iluren Wool Design: Jessica Halfyard Photo: MIDNIGHT WITH MENNA’S JOINT Menna’s employee John Klingler serves up interesting tales of late night deliveries I Riding along in the 1999 blue Dodge Stratus, watching the driver flick the volume knob of the stereo to turn up his classic jazz it’s hard to remember that to most he is just a face. For most, a delivery person is nothing more than a face that briefly enters their life, drops some food off and then exits without a trace. But John Klingler, a Michigan State alumna with a degree in history and German, has much more to say and much more to offer than just a Menna’s delivery guy job title. For five hours of his shift, John drove around East Lansing. The hours quickly passed. 12:50 a.m. Fatty Dub to University Village. John, or “Johnny Rocket,” as his colleagues dubbed him, walked into the kitchen, emerging seconds later with the first delivery of the night. He grabbed the ordered Fatty Dub and hopped in the Stratus, and John immediately started talking about the ins and outs of the business. No party at the University Village. Only a routine buzz-in at the door. The customer came down to claim his food without even a hint of humor. He just signed the credit card slip and walked back into the apartment. “Most of the time, you know you are going to get the best tips from a cash order, and credit card tips are the worst because they are prepaid a lot of times,” John said. “Dorms don’t usually tip very well, either.” John’s theory is that dorm kids are out on their own for the first time, and frankly just don’t really know the ropes of tipping etiquette yet. 2 (a.m.) because that’s when the bars close.” After the Elizabeth Street delivery, he took the long drive out to Chandler Crossings. Two Philly Cheese Steak Dubs were to be dropped off. “Sometimes it’s relaxing when you know you got a long drive out to a place like Chandler because you just get to sit back and drive. You don’t have to worry about maneuvering all around town,” John said. For John, an average tip is $2. A great tip is anything above that. His biggest pet peeve is finding out that someone who ordered is now passed out because he doesn’t receive any money. He’s been pulled over seven or eight times and only had one ticket because, as he believes, delivery people receive a little more leeway with the powers that be. And yes, he has been offered beer for tips more times than anyone could even imagine. “I’m on the job, so I can’t drink, but sometimes I do take the beer and keep it for after work.” Pulling into the Landings at Chandler, John was treated with a party. The party, however, offered little to talk about because some guy opened the door and then quickly shut it after he received his food. It seemed as if no one wanted to talk to a delivery guy. Some random drunk girl from the party shouted “Who ordered Menna’s?” Next stop: Rutherford Street, John headed in with two CT Dubs in hand. Finally, someone offered John his first beer and bong hit of the night. Finally, someone was considerate enough to offer him some refreshments, but he declined because, well, he was on the job. The night only gets better as time goes on, John mentions. Makes On the way back to the restaurant to pick up the next order, John tried sense. to remember the craziest thing he had ever seen on the job. 1:10 a.m. Three Blazer Dubs to Elizabeth Street. Two Philly “Oh, I see funny stuff every night. The thing is, I see it all the time so I don’t really remember much.” 2:20 a.m. A CT Dub and three Club Dubs to Chandler Crossings. This trip out to Chandler was by far the best because, remember that drunk girl from the last party at Chandler? She ordered the CT Dub and he dropped it off to her at the street. John’s next drop-off was the three Club Dubs not even to an apartment - but three guys in the hot tub. Seemed ordinary. But then they pulled out a bag of change to pay for their bill. A $29 tab, and $7 of it, plus tip, paid in change. John can’t stand tips in change because all of the change goes straight to his change jar. “I’ll never use it,” John said. Ungrateful people. 065 Cheese Steak Dubs to Chandler Crossings. Two CT Dubs to Rutherford Street. “You always have to have a strategy when you leave the restaurant of how to get to your deliveries the fastest,” John said. “I know every route I have to take, and know pretty well where every stop sign is and how long a stop light will last.” That’s what happens when you deliver food for two years. John began the delivery with a quick stop on Elizabeth Street, dropping off three Blazer Dubs. After a few knocks, the three hungry customers arrived at the door and signed the slips. They were simply watching the movie Gladiator. Another delivery, and yet another boring result. Bor-ing. But the night was young. “The night gets a lot more interesting for a delivery person after “I’m on the job, so I can’t drink, but sometimes I do take the beer and keep i for after J5 Pfost and sophomore Denni s Corsi thejSsiRlM a't fBl|§ MSU Drag Show has become an H®pTEm|I ^HeeM h fg h i onf -Launen Wgod DKgan: V~Bri SVi 1 ma?r 081 GREEK GODDESS The life of the Kappa Delta sorority president While public speaking is commonly considered a daunting task, 21-year-old Kappa Delta president Leslie Brown appears unusually at ease addressing large crowds. Sporting a smile with hands clasped at her sides, she gazes into the crowd without a hint of intimidation. The 115 pairs of eyes that stare back don’t belong to strangers. Instead, they are those of Brown’s sisters. Elected in the fall of 2008, Brown planned on serving as Kappa Delta presi9 dent throughout the course of a year. Having previously held leadership positions within the house, the senior now faces her most challenging role. “The desire for presidency has always been there, but I never would have guessed had you told me four years ago,” Brown said. After participating in the 2006 fall rush, the small town freshman found a new home within the Greek community. Among the 13 different Panhellenic sororities on campus, she chose to make Kappa Delta her own. “I was looking for a close group of friends like those I had in high school, so going Greek was a great way to make campus seem a little bit smaller,” Brown said. “It’s nice to see Greek letters on campus and know that we all belong to the same community.” Throughout the duration of her term, that community has grown to include additional members other than those within the Greek system. “I’ve been able to make such amazing friends, meet prominent figures in both the East Lansing and MSU communities and make valuable contacts,” she said. Described by fellow sisters as both driven and professional, Brown serves as a prominent leader and role model within the house. ‘When I was a freshman, it was amazing to have so many intelligent and talented young women to look up to,” she said. They served as great role models for me.” Preparing to graduate in the spring, Brown found herself within the final stretch. While anxious seniors normally find the task of balancing a full schedule difficult enough, Brown’s smile fails to falter as she studied 16 credits, worked at a local physiology lab and served as Kappa Delta’s president. “The key to balancing everything is organization,” Brown said. “Making time specifically for studying and time specifically for Kappa Delta helps ensure that I get everything done.” And there is much to do. Aside from weekly conference calls with national headquarters, Brown dedicates an additional eight to 10 hours per week to chap­ ter meetings and other presidential duties. “I feel my job is demanding, probably more so than most people realize,” she said. “Many girls don’t take notice of how much work goes into making sure everything is running smoothly.” Despite the time commitment, she’s quick to discard the downfalls and note the benefits of going Greek. High on that list is the rewarding sisterhood shared among girls within the house. “I’ve met some of my best friends throughout the experience,” she said. She also attributes her role as president to her improved speaking skills and newfound ability to handle large groups of people. One such crowd included several hundred eager girls participating in the fall 2009 rush. For those who’ve ever comtem- plated partaking in the Greek system, Brown offers a single piece of advice. Do it, “she said. “I have grown immensely since joining. It has been a reward­ ing experience.” Sop^Hnau 1 Knapp breaks away i ni areHrender. ■¡¡S a West B lan Hi bl er .faina up the; r i^ pitch tH&l o c k t h e 1 e f en d e r . nf i ■Spi fHI a scrum with |$.e ball. TMe Spartans v®|rke|| hm^^mr an 1 ^51 r ! that set the jjfffa r high ^»ifèxt y e a.r | “Hopefully next season we get the same opportunity and are good enough to make that leap from a great club to an exceptional team.” ^^■Sgorribre Paul Knapp jumps, with allli!anc3BPmS10rIIB bl er ■ t^Sfefrom West Vi Kini a. The SpartaJiBbiat We^ra ;’a::ndKnatc.heBiihe fflll ■V in rhSH^fflffs. People: Rugby T «t: Les lie Til Bon PhotP: liuB Wood Design: Brenpan Prost Starting a season with average expectations can sometimes reap the greatest success, and for a team that has not shown exceptional success in the past, the potential is limitless. This year, the men’s club rugby team surpassed expectations and set a higher bar for seasons to come. This season’s most driving force in the team’s commitment to success came from those who didn’t believe. “Our biggest accomplishment was the impact we had on teams that underestimated us,” Paul Glass, senior and team president, said. “We have had a reputation of being a mediocre team in the past, but this year we played really well and showed a lot of heart against teams that were supposed to be better than us. I think we made an impression on our league, one that needs to be upheld by our underclassmen in years to come.” The team set goals and powered through them as the season progressed to a level that the team has not experienced in years. “We went undefeated in our conference, we played really well against very good Division I teams, and we made it to Midwest Playoffs,” junior Lee Spanski said. “Although we are disappointed we lost in the quarterfinals of the playoffs, I am still very pleased with what our team did this season and I believe we have a lot to build off for next fall.” The team ended the season ranked No. 6 in the country for Division II teams. Although ending the season on a high note will - ji. ;t sc11 jfTn1- IheBSato get Se ball out TE 1wei|| home p§?tcB W«t e Bn Wib'iT-^ilo in' t p i h Virginia's chai :es of going to ;ita tfHpKI « a m p i o^S i p. e a b t “A disability shouldn t serve as an xcuseto be incapable.” People: Blind Student A POSITIVE OUTLOOK Student opens the eyes of others Iced tea in hand with a cell phone pressed to her ear, Hope Springstead sat behind a table tucked into the far corner of Starbucks. Dressed casually in sandals with her hair over her shoulder, she talked eagerly into her phone, deep in conversation. While she initially appeared as yet another college student, the red and white cane placed at her side indicated she was anything but. As a blind student, Springstead encounters daily obstacles that other students often take for granted. Walking across campus is a difficult task that she still finds herself struggling to master, even in her senior year. “I had no help in figuring out where my classes were,” she said. “You’re thrown into this huge area and need to make your own. I can easily say I got lost every day for a month.” While transportation has been an issue, most recently Springstead has had to come to terms with a surprising obstacle: unaccommodating professors. “I once had a professor who told me flat out I would fail his class. Another wouldn’t accommodate me with the necessary formatting of materials,” she said. “It was unexpected because you assume professors to be educated and understanding.” Regarding lectures, Springstead asks professors to e-mail slides and presentations, which can then be read through a speech program on her computer, and her exams are taken through the Resource Center for Persons with Disabilities. “A lot of people inquire about how I go about my day-to-day tasks,” she said. “I get a lot of questions, but for the most part people are apprehensive. I have no problem telling people what they want to know.” • • • • • - ® • • • • • • ® • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • # • » • •• • • • # • • • • • said. “It’s by far my biggest challenge of the semester.” Aside from classes and an internship with a local public relations firm, Springstead enjoys common activities such as reading and viewing movies. Some favorites include Danielle Steel novels and romantic comedies. “It’s the minor details in movies that you miss,” she said. “But overall, I’m able to envision the story.” Along with movies, she is a dedicated Detroit Tigers fan and self-proclaimed shopaholic. “I feel as if no matter the disability you may or may not have, the best way to people to perceive you is to present yourself in the best possible manner,” she said. When it comes to fashion, her outlook holds espe­ cially true. “I hate being part of the misconception that I can’t do anything by myself,” she said. “I try to best repre­ sent in a positive manner and to the best of my ability,” she said. “That helps tremendously.” Always the advocate for normalcy, Springstead often makes attempts to showcase both her indepen- dence and fashion sense.____________________ ■“A disablility shouldn’t serve as an excuse to be incapable,”she said. “If you make excuses, where i there to turn? There won’t always be people you can depend on.” With graduation approaching in May, Springstead is taking a leisurely approach regarding future plans. “Nothing is definite, although I’m applying for the Peace Corps in order to teach English in Africa,” she said. With aspirations such as world travel, it’s obvious that she won’t allow her disability to obstruct future plans. “My biggest strength is my fearlessness and ability As an aspiring news anchor, the 21-year-old senior to go out and do things,” she said. also faces challenges within the field of journalism. Passionate about her future profession, she views her struggles in front of the camera as a minor setback. “Trying to work a camera is definitely trying,” she After one last prolonged sip of tea, she stood, gathering her cane. Standing at just under five feet, she joked, “I’m obviously both visually and vertically handicapped, but it’s cool - guys love short girls.” “I ¡fflrned H|E|l biraffl| when I was eight. It wasn’t hard I ha»tH learn,” Jfo p e s a i d . T e X t : Rieh el lly 1 v esta Lauren W»d fias i g n : B ifjhj dan P ms t People: Jillian Granz Text: AngyeEackson Photo: Mason Robinapn ^^Beyign: Jes^MalHal fyard LIGHTS, CAMERA, SUSTAINABILITY One student’s dress design receives celebrity recognition Senior Jillian Granz is inspired by fabric. As an apparel and textile design major, she is able to cultivate fashion from a seemingly ordinary piece of cloth. This year, she was pleasantly surprised when her design for a sustainable evening gown went from paper to red carpet glamour in a matter of two weeks. For a class assignment, Granz entered the “Red Carpet, Green Dress” contest, founded by Suzy Amis Cameron, actress and wife of director James Cameron. Granz’ design won. Cameron wore Granz’ dress design at the Academy Awards on March 7, proving that eco- friendly elegance does indeed exist. To promote sustainable design, the contest required applicants to create an aesthetically pleasing gown from natural or organic materials. Out of over one million entries from around the world, Cameron told Granz that she “kept coming back to her dress.” “I was surprisingly calm,” Granz said about her reaction to winning the contest. The contest challenged her to make some alterations to her habitual design techniques. She was taught to recycle, but sustainability isn’t usually high on the list for Granz when designing clothing. “The dress only took about an hour to sketch out,” she said, “but the research is what I spent the most time on. I looked up different cutting techniques and ways to dye fabric.” Granz eventually chose a no-waste pattern, a method that utilizes every scrap of fabric for the dress design. She also suggested the gown be made from peace silk, which allows silkworms to complete their life cycles instead of being boiled. “It was really difficult because there’s a fine line between fabrics that are sustainable and those that aren’t eco-friendly,” she said. Granz is particularly excited about the opportunity to collaborate with a professional designer. On her itinerary is a trip to Los Angeles in March to meet Cameron and an Oscar- winning costume designer for the fitting. She will also attend a pre-Oscar party, where she’ll be modeling a dress she designed herself. “People asked me what I won. Well, I never would’ve thought in a million years that I’d win so I didn’t even look at the site when I entered.” Although it’s been a thrilling ride, Granz remains a humble college student, still unsure of what she’ll do upon graduating this May. What is for certain, however, is that when the dress is revealed at the Oscars, the spotlight will be on Granz, who hopes to inspire other young designers.__________________________ “For someone to wear my dress to the Academy Awards is super sweet” she said. “If I can do it, someone else can too.” / m mm mm mm Jillian MiMBMfeljSi a pi ece fop' one If hi delgnsIIH mmI 1 and textile design garments from laerBlB&i. the!® 'GEänz wo’rkWliijiEipm'äIB'eBn thl Urban TlBlSjng and Landscape Architecture sustainable design competition was ^ wMfld-wiiä^H contest. Ä|i Tègct : IIbs'I 1 e TiljM Photo : Laurera Wood Deisi gn : Betèy Ebeg tlft il I FINANCIALLY RESPONSIBLE Junior finds herself working three jobs to keep up with tuition bills Students taking a full-load of courses generally find them­ selves busy enough, but imagine working three seperate jobs in addition to being a full-time student. Sounds impossible, right? Not for Morgan Sweeney, a junior who works three jobs in ad­ dition to going to classes, being a member of her sorority, Kappa Delta, the Pre-med Association and the Physical Therapy Club. “I’m working three jobs because my parents make me pay for everything,” Sweeney explained while she took her break at Melt- ■ng Moments, an ice cream shop on Grand River Avenue. “I have to pay for all of my tuition, dues for Kappa Delta, my food and everything else I want or need to do.” Sweeney worked anywhere from 15 to 20 hours per week at Melting Moments, four to six hours per week at Olin Health Cen­ ter’s Physical Therapy Clinic and five to 10 hours at Applebee’s. For full-time, in-state students, not living in dorms, like Sweeney, tuition came in at a total upwards of $5,000 per se­ mester in the 2009-2010 school year. That amount didn’t include the books, food or sorority dues that she was also responsible for paying for. “I did take out student loans, but I didn’t have a job last year so I knew I had to work,” she said. “I got hired at Applebee’s and Melting Moments this summer and my plan was just to work two jobs, but then I found out about the physical therapy job and since it applied to my major, I decided to apply. I got hired.” As with any 13-credit schedule, she found herself pressed for time to do homework, not to mention the fact she also had to incorporate work into her schedule and the stress of the looming tuition bill that many students receive each semester. “I have a planner that I write everything down in,” Sweeney said. “To help with stress, Wtry to work-out everyday, but some­ times I just don’t have time.” Sweeney’s typical day included her waking up at 8 a.m. to work on homework, then going to class from 11 a.m. until 2 p.m., working at the Olin Health Center Physical Therapy Clinic from 2:30 p.m. until 4:30 p.m., working at Melting Moments from 5 p.m. until 11:30 p.m., and then finally returning home to work on homework. Some nights, Sweeney had sorority meetings from 6:50 p.m. until 9 p.m. On those days, Sweeney was unable to work her usual hours. Unfortunately, because of her schedule, Sweeney sometimes had to miss out on social events put on by her sorority. “I didn’t have three jobs last year so I could go to the socials,” she said. “But I have had to miss some socials this year. I have to make sure I schedule work around our meetings and philan­ thropy events because I can’t miss those.” Fitting other extracurricular activities into her schedule was really important to her because she wanted to build her resumé for physical therapy school. “I have to volunteer at Sparrow Hospital and take kinesiol­ ogy classes. I am also a really outgoing, fun person, so I try to schedule time to go out and to relax.” Sweeney was positive that she will have to keep up her demanding work schedule in the future because of her plans for physical therapy school. “For what I am going in to, I have to go to P.T. school,” she explained. “It will be nine semesters straight and that will cost me at least $100,000.” Unfortunately, because she had to pay for physical therapy school on her own, cost of the school is a huge factor in her decision of where to go. “I would love to go to Duke but it is crazy, crazy expensive,” I Sweeney said. “My other top choices are Florida or North Caro­ lina, but out-of-state tuition is a factor sol am also looking at Central [Michigan UniversityJfOakland [University] and Wayne State [University]. They all have great programs.” Currently, Sweeney is trying to focus on getting through her undergraduate program and save for her future education by working hard now. “I’m really excited about my job at Olin because it will actuB ally help me in the long run,” she said. “Working [at Melting Moments] isn’t always great. It’s kinda weird to say that I work in an ice cream shop, but it’s not that bad and is sometimes fun because it’s all students.” In the tough economic state, many students suddenly found themselves financially responsible for more aspects of their lives, and although working multiple full-time jobs in addition to going to school may be difficult and stressful, for some, it was their only option. People: HardlWorker working three obs ecause my parents make me pay for everything. ®F '^^0 Sweeney works tffCJjjBB Jun register ft Melting Moments, one of her three jobs. Morgan rafSj wSked at Ap-^*' pi ebee’ s and 01 in Health Hter.. M o rgan Swee ney s tudi es at it h B t Si®/ Itetwifn worSinS her three xSk she Bfl to fHidBimeHflalan Jl? 3 worklaffid her iBsponstii 1 i|S 'im|3' sHwrl %m. KalppllBll t a. 089 People: Color Guard gfexIMv Bert hume PhifÄ;Elise Leferl, Mâ,»n RobinËm Design: J»Sa Halflard UniSPOTLIGHT Color Guard members captivate half-time audiences Imagine what it would be like to have to perform in front of 75,000 screaming fans every so often throughout the fall semester. Each performance feels as if it’s bigger than the last, and each performance you are hoping that the fans staring at your green, black and white swirl of an outfit and your twirling red and yellow flag don’t notice a misstep. It’s a job that only the privileged can experience as a member of the Spartan Marching Band Color Guard. “They’re intense. From the time we march off Adams field, to when you run through the tunnel, it’s just intense,” said senior Katie Bonnivier, who transferred to State her freshman year and has been a part of the Color Guard for three years. “Almost like ‘is this really happening’ kind of a feeling. I have to be honest. I joined Color Guard to have really good seats at the football game. So just being able to cheer them on, and then go down on the field and be in arms reach of the team... It’s such a big WOW factor in what I do.” The color guard is a 32-36 member part of the Spartan Marching Band that is similar to corps- style guards, and they incorporate dances into their performances with the band. The audition process to become a member of the color guard can be a little scary for some. “Auditions are in July. You clean your basics, and you audition in front of Glen Brough, the visual director, Orlando the choreographer, and either Madden the band director or the section leader of the Color Guard,” Bonnivier said. “They video-tape a piece of work about a half-a-minute long or so that Orlando taught you two hours prior, and you’re expected to perform it at your highest level possible. It’s a very intimidating process. I honestly can’t believe I made it my first tryout after not doing anything Color Guard related for almost two years. It was really scary.” Members of the Color Guard are responsible for practicing every weekday from 4-6 p.m., and they have other sectional practices throughout the week. On game days, they are required to be on the field at 7 a.m. for morning rehearsals. Katie agrees that the responsibilities are enormous, and the 20-plus hours of work that she has to put in would make getting homework done almost impossible if she didn’t have a planner. “The responsibilities are sometimes big,” Bonnivier said. “But there is always the excitement of performing at half-time and high hopes of traveling with the football team, whether it’s just down to Ann Arbor, or to a bowl game.” Katie also believes that if it weren’t for the color guard, she wouldn’t be the person shejsjgday^ “If it weren’t for the Color Guard, I wouldn’t have 300 friends I can rely on every day,¡she said. “I’ve also become a better person with performing. I’ve developed a block in my head to get rid of the nervousness and enjoy the experience as one of the biggest adrenaline rushes I ever experienced.” % ■ “if it weren’t for the Color Guard, I wouldn’t have 300 friends I can rely on every day.” I MasS Rflbi iHl ■V onio re Bet h a n y Konesko performs with • The ¡ff? I duri ng the |S§ Iowa game. 092 tgfli chael ■ Cœaijfe^OÂCs a shot i|S| Jenna F ries’ mouth. ’H'iifchael pr^jPr»$'HotS| over mi'xa dri nks. Peopl e : Parti er Æ. ÆÊ Mìtìiffli IJ. I with fella students Kazanows ki, sopho- 'pIT i’B RjHSftS firn® himelf enjoying a out. PTRTY ALL THE TIME Life’s one big party when you’re still young Text : Col b« Be ri. hume PhotOjt Mätspn Robinien Resign : Jessica Hafff^®§ “I guess you could say he’s been that quy b©for©. Hey, did you hear that Wel­ come Week was shortened? The University wants to get away from that whole “party school” stain that has been repeatedly rubbed in over the course of several years. So that means that East Lansing is now rid of those wild partiers, and filled with a bunch of school bag-toting students who despise alcohol about as much as we despise sex offenders, right? Yeah, right. Try telling that to Michael Cotant. Try telling it to the guy who, freshman year, was caught drinking a case in the lobby of Wilson Hall. Try telling it to the guy who, for lack of better terms, was so drunk he exposed himself at a party. Try telling it to the guy who believes the weekend starts Tuesday night, if his weekend ever even stops. As you probably figured, Michael is “that guy.” And oh, by the way, he is only a sophomore. Yes, there are days when Michael doesn’t feel like partying, but it doesn’t take much to get him going. “Sometimes he will say he is going to stay in to study or something like that,” said longtime friend and roommate Carson Pitcher, a sophomore. “But then all you have to say is something like, ‘Come on Cotant,’ and he will get ready to party.” Michael agrees. “I sometimes try to stay in,H he said. “But when you live with nine guys, there is always going to be somebody who wants to do something, and I never really say ‘no.’” Saying “no” is something Michael rarely does. “Just one more shot” is something often heard from friends of Michael. And more often than not, he obliges. That “one more shot” often turns into just another “one more shot,” and eventually another, until... well, you get the picture. “There are times when I go out with Cotant after he’s taken quite a bit of shots and he’s pretty unpredictable,” Pitcher said.|‘l guess you could say he’s been ‘that guy’ before.” What about the drink of choice for “that guy?” It switches on occasions, but what else would a guy like Michael have as his go-to drink? The all-too-classy vodka, Burnetts. “It’s not my favorite-tasting drink,” Michael said. “But it’s cheap and it gets the job done.” That sentence is something the University doesn’t want to hear, but Michael really doesn’t worry about it. “I don’t want to break any rules and I try to go out without causing any trouble,” he said. “Sometimes, though, stuff just happens.” Sounds like the University officials are going to have to wait at least two more years to get the OxyClean out and start scrubbing the party school stains out. But it is doubtful it will stop after that because, well, after all, you are always going to be able to find “that guy.” nf FUNNY MAN Comedian Toby Hemker explains why nerves and embarrassing stories bring out his funniest side Text: Amie JaSsorr llpMotcS Ver-oni ca Nagffl Desman: «plMB Eber 094 “Zany,” “outgoing” and “annoying in a fun way” is how comedian Toby Hemker describes himself. Hemker, a 24-year-old in love with acting, has a resume full of community shows, MSU plays, improv performances and even an indie film. And when this jokester is not on stage, you can find him absorbed in a Dean Koontz novel or going to outrageous lengths to make his friends laugh. Blessed not only with the talent to make others laugh, Hemker also has the ability to laugh at himself. No matter how embarrassing something may seem, he strives to find comic relief in every experience. This year, when preparing for his first improv competition, Last Spartan Standing, Hemker drew material from his own life. His quirky stories, such as his visit to an exorcist under his mother’s suggestion to rid him of his homosexuality, helped him win the competition. While revealing details of one’s personal life to hundreds of people may seem exposing, Hemker said that as a comedian, it’s a surefire way to help the audience identify with you. “Comedians often make the mistake of not being true to themselves,” he said. “It’s best to find things that the audience can relate to and connect with. If you take yourself too seriously, you become the biggest bad joke in the world.? For Hemker, the best way to be true to himself while performing is to let his nerves be the star of the show. Embracing nervousness instead of suppressing it helped him develop his comedy persona, he said. “Nerves help bring a funny character to life. People who squelch their nerves are boring. An audience responds better to someone who is awkward,” he said. While jokes come easy for Hemker, it’s the auditions that tie his stomach into knots. Like many aspiring actors, he has been denied multiple roles, but tries not to internalize the rejection. He copes with disappointment by sitting alone in his closet and letting his emotions pour out. But he doesn’t dwell for long; after hundreds of auditions, he knows that one rejection simply means an opportunity for another role. As for life beyond East Lansing, Hemker plans to channel his creative energy into modeling, community theater and films in either Pittsburgh or Chicago. In terms of measuring his own success, he says he’ll feel he made it as long as he’s on stage and making others laugh. “For me, fame isn’t success. Success is having the time and the talent to be able to do something that I love.” Toby Herpkpi’, winner of Bsjt Spartan MK'ig, g i H after winning. i s -f iaiaMflr i^ESfere for Reiss. Holding his set list, Hemker was p1 eased nHE'h this performance. He talked Hv!!1■■ hMalaf lifesand h® famiM|durgig y*m 4m T m99 mat -wmm prrff -&J ^ U. y S4o-H* °*'A' H i I i/, 44 '* 4.1 WkC ‘fj fiim ’£k iAv my t'*)*.* „• ‘0f$) b? People: Comedi an “If you take yourself too seriously, you become the biggest bad Re in 1 55 *N*fc pm m t Kef/i #* / 'Ov< 4L HA -fc. ISg«lll m pe Union was packed, causing sophomores er K|.'®ey, Mitch HronHandjHrf Markis to enjoy TobyB&ikeV’HB8 from ' :^e 1 oor. Hemker recei ved much praise < *"£§Bthe audience. Sophomore Jinsha Li H b homemade choprajng capsi cum out Pf Eer fndgel'CI [O is a spicy spread used in THIi \ t rad i t i on a 1 1 Tj 1 COOKIN’ UP SOME CULTURE Chinese student discusses her love for cooking, American culture and Panda Express Sophomore Jinsha Li occupies a small but cozy apartment on Cedar Street here at MSU. The transition to a social college life is a little harder when the only home she ever knew is an ocean and a continent away. Li is an international student, hailing from the big city of Changsha in the Hunan province in China. After spending a year at the United International College in her home country, she was encouraged by her parents to study abroad. After looking at the many options across the Pacific, and swayed by the fact that a good friend was attending here, Li wound up at MSU in 2008 after spending her entire life in China. So how did Li make the adjustment to her new surroundings? Socially, it was a bit of a learning process. “Last year, I felt that I could live my own life, I don’t need any social life or any network,” Li said. “This winter break I went to Duke University, where my cousin’s brother school is, and he inspired me a lot. He’s the kind of person that loves college, and he told me that there are so many interesting people in the college that you have to know, and you can do a lot of fun stuff there. “If you just pay a lot of attention on studying on your grade, you won’t remember anything after you graduate.” With that in mind, Li came back with to school with a fresh attitude. Li got directly involved with the Chinese language program here, offering to help students with their Chinese and at the same time practicing her own English skills. Li said she already made a few more connections because of these tutoring sessions, and has made her way out to events like the Malaysian Culture Night and the Lunar New Year Show put on by the MSU Vietnamese Student Association. When Li isn’t studying bio-system engineering (she wants to be an environmental engineer) or helping out students with their Chinese, you can probably find her in her small, but cozy, kitchen. “I love cooking, I do it for fun,’’ Li said. “I think it’s like a relaxing of mind after studying for the whole day.” Almost all of Li’s various cooking supplies and spices have Chinese labels on them. Predictably enough for this aspiring chef, the food is what Li misses the most from her homeland. When asked about what she thought of our own spin on Chinese food, she said she wasn’t a fan of Panda Express. Li gets most of her food through her own kitchen. The falling out between Li and Panda Express is only one bone she has to pick with American culture. According to Li, the social environment here differs very much from what she’s used to in China. “I feel like over here, people kinda live in then own life, more independent,” Li said. “Me and the other people could be good friend in class but after the class and everybody gone, I never see them again, especially if we don’t have the same class for next semester, I’ll probably never see that person again.” However, for the most part, Li enjoys the environment presented here on campus and also the ability to live on her own and become more independent. And although she doesn’t plan on staying here after graduation, Li hopes to have spread her culture to those around her as well as fully adapted to culture she’s in. “I’m not trying to be like an American kid, but at the end of the four year I wish they could see me not as a foreigner,” ____________| Li said. “I’m just trying to know more people. [I want to tell those people] about my culture, to let them know more about my background.” Through the mentoring program she got involved with for the Chinese language program, Li should get plenty of opportunities. If she really wants to bring in people, she may have to go through their stomachs with her cooking. Although she has no plans to continue that venture as a career, she could do very well if she used her prowess to upend the infamous Panda Express. filli \ 096 Sophomore Jins! things in her a p a Bin's Hilft h Ijm m T «Baa butpln^^H incorporate her life in Ept Lansi ng Thi s ga rment hangs from her door ft a catch-al 1 bills, mail, and keys. ftor ■ Jolty. 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Whether it was expressing ideas through ink on our bodies, or signs, or grabbing a late night snack, it’s the decisions, both big and small, that interconnect, as pieces, to weave our experiences together. As Spartans, we became the needle and thread, stitching together our own stories to make history. ■ Freshmen Tayfjjpr McPhaMl Jaclyn Nagel , Morgan ('Cfflsbee and Natalie Humphjpy enio® fireworks at Munn F|6ld. The di sp 1 a$; was put on to con- etude Sparticipation. Issues: Welcome Week Shortened Welcome Week leaves students wanting more Had people not known any better, the eclectic collection of colors bursting in the dark-lit sky reflected the vigor and excitement of our nation’s anniversary.Unfortunately for the students scattered among Munn Field who were watching the display, the disappointment of Welcome Week becoming more like Welcome Couple of Days couldn’t be fixed by simple pyrotechnics. The term “Welcome Week” is generally associated with huge raging parties that last for an entire week, but this year, the University decided to shorten the welcome period to only three days in order to “cut down on excessive partying.” “This is my fifth and possibly last Welcome Week, and I’m sad because it’s only three days long,” senior Sean Morse said as he sat on the front lawn of his fraternity house, encouraging people to join his and his brothers’ party. “They say that Welcome Week sends a bad message to students, but give kids a break; they just want to have fun before all their classes start.” parties don’t happen in the dorms in the first place. Although, I do kinda like how the first week of classes is only Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, so we can ease into it.” Even if the decision to shorten Welcome Week didn’t please everyone on campus, it is undeniable that it did do some good. During this year’s Welcome Week, there were only 478 citations, 82 arrests and 94 minor-in-possession citations. “I think it helped a lot,” said senior Brad Beesley, a resident mentor. “From my freshman year! can remember thousands of people walking around and this year there were not nearly as many people. Personally, I didn’t mind the shortened week because I am an R.A., so I moved in two weeks early. But, I think freshmen should have had a longer time to get acclimated to campus. In years past, there were more welcoming activities spread out throughout the week. They are really beneficial. They help incoming students get into the groove of campus.” In the past, students, especially freshmen, had a week to get Last year’s Welcome Week brought 557 citations, 106 arrests settled, buy books, prepare for classes and explore campus. and 134 minor-in-possession citations. However, East Lansing police chief Tom Wibert said that most of the big issues stemmed from people who are not affiliated with the University. “[Michigan State University students] clearly have something good about them, since they got into MSU in the first place,” Morse said. “I think they are being too hard on students about partying.” Although the abbreviated Welcome Week was an attempt to keep more students safe, the only people who were truly affected by the change were those living in the dorms. Students who lived off-campus were could move in before the official Welcome Week began. “I don’t think shortening Welcome Week really accomplished anything,” said senior Steve Zuraski, who dressed as a ship captain for his nautical-themed Welcome Week party. I “People who don’t live in the dorms can move in early anyways, so they can party anyways. Most Welcome Week This year, many students felt more rushed to get organized and ready for classes. In addition to preparing for the first day of classes, students were also encouraged to attend the University- sponsored activities, which were scheduled during the shortened welcome period. These activities included U-Fest at The Union, Sparticipation and the Welcome Barbecue at Munn Field, followed by Sparty’s Pep Rally and fireworks. However, because students had less time to settle in, many missed out on these activities. “I just transferred here this year, so I never got to experience the original Welcome Week,” junior Rob Lyon said. “I am just trying to have a good time. I missed out on those University activities, though.” On a campus of over 45,000 students, its nearly impossible to please everyone. And regardless of popular demand, the Administration said they planned to keep the abbreviated Welcome Week schedule in the future. Text: L e?| lie T i i| ft’n [»to: Mason Robillon Design: Betsy Eber ¡ijl ¡■ I mr m 101 St j i . i‘jp. d i n - n er on Munn F1 ¡¡¡II :d MH n;«k U * d-i nasi tRSttend. 11 -3g Gpi ' Sop h o m f fan, his MSU bandmatiaM Doug Bieber, lead sdn.gerEf ne Standard, performs at Mafg Bar. Bieber ¡®>|a junior at MSU and helped found the band with long-time fill end and drummer Lee May. The Standard performs together Ha ® rig,. ai. lihSHliis Be^wafc-'weJ ;rnIKgup • ’’fisyhmffi AuaTOi Brown said of being in the band. Issues : Rock and Rol1 tinci TANDARD Local band continues to rock despite distance, busy schedules The Standard, a local band hailing from Jackson, is comprised of three MSU students, a UofM student and another in community college who supports the Wolverines. So how does the whole Michigan State-Michigan rivalry pan out for these guys? “I’m the butt-end of every joke,” said Michigan sophomore Austin Brown. While the age-old clash between the schools doesn’t affect the band’s chemistry and well-being, the fact that all five members are current students does take its toll. Simple question: What’s it like balancing being a student and being in a band? Almost simultaneously: “Very hard.” Regardless, Evan Jones, guitarist and junior at MSU, Doug Bieber, lead singer and junior at MSU, Joel Hudson, bassist and sophomore at Jackson Community College, Lee May, drummer and junior at MSU and Brown enjoy what they do. “This is the way we postpone growing up,” Brown said. Like a lot of bands, the group came together after years of friendship and a couple successful jam sessions with a mutual love of playing music, and although they’re not exactly shooting for the big time, they have accomplished a lot since they formed in 2008. The band released their self-titled EP on ¡Tunes, which has helped with publicity, as well as playing frequent concerts around Michigan, including two in East Lansing prior to this November interview. The band refers to themselves as pop/ alternative rock-oriented, and although they find it hard to compare themselves to specific bands, they admit that prominent ‘90s bands like Blink-182 and the Red Hot Chili Peppers influenced their sound. “That was my favorite genre of music (‘90s), still to this day, especially those Buzz Ballads,” Hudson said, referring to the collection of ‘90s hits seen on infomercials. While they planned on recording over the winter, The Standard is trying to make their name with their live show. Once again, a simple question: What do you guys bring to your live show? Among the jumbled mix of responses: “Tons of energy,” “Running around and doing flips” and of course, “A man on fire.” The Standard is very adamant about bringing exuberant energy to their show, balancing musicianship with an overall entertaining performance. Their strategy may have been effective, as a good number of people lined up outside the door before their Nov. 9 show at the Small Planet north of campus. The band members were very eager once they recognized this, noting that their energy feeds off the crowd’s. Despite the fun of playing a show, the band still attributes maintaining the band through distance and different schedules is like another full-time job on top of school. “The fun part is what we are about to do in an hour,” Brown said before the show. “The rest of it is promotion and publicity, and it gets to be a lot work.” Text: J.acoD Kanqlerz P|lfe: Elise Lefere Des igni;; Vila ri Vollmàt 103 Bridge Cards leave roommates’ minds at rest when it comes to grocery shopping mm Text: L e s 1 i e Tyl son |ft)ot©.4 Efflwse ftefejS D e ai g n: Be t sm. E:M r The final years of the 2000-decade were marked by financial turmoil, and many students looked to the government to help pay for basic necessities. For MSU sophomores Stephanie Scheldt and Cathleen Zuzelski and Lansing Community College sophomores Dominique Gentle and Allison Hoofman, Bridge Cards have been a saving grace this year. The roommates applied for bridge cards when they got their off-campus apartment. “We all have to pay for our own schooling and rent and Steph’s parents are both out of work,” Zuzelski said. “Our parents are not helping us out all that much.’’ The four girls spent months job hunting, but by October, Scheldt was the only one able to find a job. Although all four girls worked over the summer and saved money, they were worried about being able to make ends meet. They decided Bridge Cards would be a huge help. The Bridge Card is the government’s new form of food stamps. The card works as a debit card with a pin number and can be used at most grocery stores for any item that is not taxed, such as food. Personal care items and pre-prepared foods cannot be paid for with the Bridge Card, and when the cardholder checks out, the card separates the food from the other items bought, so there still may be a balance. The girls had to go to the Department of Human Services in downtown Lansing to apply for their card, f lit’s really nice because it’s one less thing we have to worry about each month,” Zuzelski said. “When our rent is due and our electric bill and tuition bills come, I couldn’t imagine not having a Bridge Card to help out with food.” “Since it’s our first time living on our own, it’s hard to expect all the little expenses too,” Scheldt added. Although some of the girls’ parents are helping out a little with tuition and rent, they all have student loans taken out. Being unemployed added to the stress on their bank accounts. Only one Bridge Card is allowed per household, but since the girls are not related and they all have separate bank accounts and assets, they each were allowed to get their own card. “When you apply for the card, you have to give out a ton of information. It’s a pretty big process,” Zuzelski said. “It’s such a huge process. I think it helps keep people from abusing the system,” Scheldt added. “Plus, it’s easier and less embarrassing than food stamps.”- : Although October was the first full month all four girls had their Bridge Cards, in the past months they used all the money they were allowed on groceries. Having enough money to eat is a serious matter, but the girls were able to find humor in having Bridge Cards. “We’d all be really skinny without it,” Zuzelski joked. The girls agreed they were incredibly grateful for the Bridge Cards. “A lot of people say we are taking money away from people who really need it, but we have all had jobs in the past and have paid taxes,” Zuzelski said. 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Crawl out of bed before lunchtime and it’s inevitable that you’ll spot people on the walk of shame, complete with disheveled hair and last night’s clothing. But is MSU a breeding ground for students seeking spontaneous sex, or is this just a myth? According to Olin Health Center, the amount of Michigan State students who have one-night stands is far smaller than most assume. Erica Phillipich, a sexual health promotion educator at Olin, said that 76 percent of students have sexual intercourse at least once in their life, according to the National College Health Assessment taken in 2008. What may be surprising is that 75 percent of students who have had sex before had zero or one partner in the past year. Resident mentor for Abbott Hall, sophomore Colleen Grattan, said that while some of her residents have sex, the majority have committed partnerships. “As a mentor, you meet the residents and then their boyfriends,” she said. “The guys that stay over are not usually one-night stands.” Phillipich said despite the circumstances, sex should never be shameful, as long as both people are comfortable with their habits. She also said a reason why the majority of students may chose not to have spontaneous sex is that they’re educated about the outcomes of promiscuity. Like Phillipich, senior Dana Benson promotes sexual education - but in a unique way. She’s part of a theater troupe, In Your Face Theatre, that comically confronts sexual myths and models healthy sexual decisions. From skits demonstrating how to creatively apply a condom, to suggesting ways to ask your partner about their sexual history, the performance covers all levels of education. “It’s the humor and honesty of our show that gets people talking,” Benson said. “We want to encourage people to have safe and enjoyable sex, and offer options for people who don’t want to be sexually active.” So is promiscuous behavior becoming extinct? Probably not. Perhaps students are just becoming more sexually savvy when it comes to the risk of unwanted pregnancy or a sexually transmitted infection. So the next time you catch someone walking across campus in last night’s clothes, keep in mind that it may not be what it seems. ^œMS®stiidentsRt»dl^m)é‘thet? ir| support of the Mjjgffitón Promise HËéo 1 a r s h ip. Bannersand api 11 dlfö p 1 «Bit p r o’Mstt ^B|pi|st cut*n®th‘^pchol awsh'i 1 budigSH - , Students and fililiiflffBiBSllIi BMüttilmálof tie Deaf EdjBfltilp , '«¡¡a t -HSU..It i s;. the only Mi chigan pippf am ¡fell i IpfrpBBËfgHMEy Wpafenaua'g JiríM|theBtirr1 cul um. 126 Hfl| Granholm gives a speech at R 11 y i^gaTlBÑ’q^^M® §0ÍBfs were informed theit sh( behind them in support of the rBwBBlMwHgi I p I lould s1 Veronica Nagy Michigan State officiais propose over 30 academie program cuts In the fall semester of 2009, university officials introduced a budget cut program in response to diminishing funds. In the program, Shaping the Future, MSU considered meeting challenges by taking the knife to as many as 30 academic programs. In the shadows of the elimination of the Michigan Promise Scholarship, the program cuts stirred up a whirlpool of emotions among affected students. A rally brought students and faculty to the Hannah Administration Building on a chilly winter morning. On Dec. 4,18 students displayed their stern disapproval by turning their backs on President Lou Anna K. Simon, who asked the student body to stand with her in this decision. Governor Granholm also spoke and encouraged listeners who are passionate about their education to make their opinion known to state officials. Many who felt that academic cuts were not a creative solution had already attempted to have their voices heard loud and clear, but the responses came across as a mere whimper. American Studies graduate student Darren Brown was one of the numerous students who felt cheated. “We were originally misinformed,” Brown said. The elimination of the American Studies major took the entire department by surprise, even the department chair. publication rate was being terminated. Aside from American Studies, other majors proposed to be phased out were Retailing, Counseling, Geological Sciences, Veterinary Technology, numerous majors among the College of Natural Science and more. However, the cuts wouldn’t only omit majors, they also eliminate job opportunities. “The programs that funnel students to Michigan jobs are the ones being discontinued,” Brown said. While students are urged to find employment in Michigan, the college hardest hit is the one that serves as the backbone to producing many Michigan jobs: the College of Agriculture and Natural Resources. To junior Lila Wakeman, these eliminations just didn’t make sense. As a zoology major, Wakeman is not directly hurt, but she worries for friends in the Veterinary Technology program who may have to leave Michigan State. Wakeman was especially disappointed with the decision to decrease educational diversity because she feels there are other options. “We need to explore the other opportunities before cutting education,” she said. Hnstead of accepting the situation, Wakeman joined with others to raise student awareness and propose alternative ideas. ‘Until we were cut, all we heard was second­ “If $10 was added to every football and hand information from the administration, and things seemed okay. Now I don’t understand why a program ranked fifth in the nation is being eliminated.” Brown had three internationally published articles come out in the spring and was bewildered as to why a major with a high basketball ticket price, we would have $4.9 million more for educational funding,” she said. While the future of many academic programs remains on the chopping block, the forecast for Spartans is foggy. What is clear, however, is that those who are most passionate will have their voices heard in order to protect their education. T é’x t : Angi e Jacks o n fhB): Ëtafffl BsiçH Jessigfa Halfyard Students put in long hours to do well on final exams Walking into the library, you may notice that the tables seem to be more crowded than usual, that students are lugging around every single one of their books, in addition to their laptops, notebooks and a plethora of snacks. As the hours pass by, the tables accumulate collections of empty energy drink cans and coffee cups. You know it must be finals week. While some people find the library to be the most productive place to study, others prefer studying in their rooms or a study lounge on their floor. “My favorite place to study is actually on my bed, because I’m comfortable and have plenty of room to lay out all my books,” sophomore Monica Hasse said. “I also definitely need some snacks and some Mountain Dew.” Although all professors say that its important to not cram for the final exams, sometimes that is just not possible for students with their busy schedules. “It was hard to prepare for finals early,” freshman Erin O’Donnell said. “I had four exams the week before, and another four exams the week of finals. I spent a lot of time studying for the first round of exams, and then was left to ram for the last four.” The long hours of studying monopolize student’s lives from the time they walk out of their final lecture until minutes before each exam. “I think the hardest part is balancing studying for your exams and spending time with friends before summer,” O’Donnell said. “It was hard because at the week of finals it finally hit me that I wouldn’t see most of my friends until school started again. There was a lot of temptation to have fun with friends rather than study, but thanks to the support of the people around me, I was able to do both.” Not only does finals week mean the end of school and the beginning of summer, but it also means saying a temporary goodbye to long distance friends and brings on the daunting task of packing up all of your belongings to move out for another temporary relocation. “Having to study for finals, worry about moving and about moving into an apartment for the summer was hectic,” Hasse said. “ Then when you’re not done with your finals and people are already moving out, that adds to the distractions. Its all part of the stress in the lovely week.” Even as the stress builds during the late nights of studying the long standing tradition of midnight screams ease the pain for the brave who face pulling all-nighters. Hi looked forward to screaming my lungs out at midnight,” O’Donnell said. “But honestly, the highlight was listening and watching other people partake. It was hilarious to see people dancing in the street, boys streaking in their underwear, and other stress out students screaming obscenities. I loved it.” Unfortunately, sometimes even the midnight scream doesn’t ease the stress. “It helped studying with my friends because we were able to keep each other motivated,” O’Donnell said. “We found a quiet place to study that was kind of secluded so we could concentrate, and of course take study breaks where we were able to sing and dance. When it comes down to it though I really just hate finals.”^ At the end of it all, after hours and hours of studying, students can only hope to do their best and feel the relief of being done with finals, at least for another semester. Issues: Finals Week Text: Léi^i e»i lfSon Photo: Eric;! 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Both marijuana and alcohol are considered to be recreational drugs, while the more extreme narcotics, like cocaine and methamphetamine are considered lifestyle drugs. “I think the drug use you see in East Lansing tends to be recreational drugs,” said East Lansing Chief Tom Wibert. “We don’t tend to see the lifestyle drug users.” East Lansing Police narcotics cases have by over twenty percent from 2008 to 2009, while Michigan State University’s Police department has dropped by twenty-four percent from 2007 to 2008. MSU Police did not have numbers available for 2009. According to a survey conducted by Olin Health Center during the Spring 2010 semester in conjunction with the American College Health Association, thirty-nine percent of students reported that they had used marijuana in the past month. But when asked how often students felt their peers use marijuana, many believed almost ninety percent of students have used marijuana. Alcohol, tobacco and other drugs educator Rebecca Allen from Olin Health Center mentioned that students’ perceptions of drug use isn’t exactly what is happening on campus. There tends to be this idea that students tend to use these drugs often,” said Allen. “But in reality that’s not the case.”^ f Many students believe that over a quarter of students at Michigan State University smoke marijuana more than 10 days in a given month. In reality, only 6 percent smoke marijuana that often. “But that doesn’t mean that there aren’t students who have potential drug use problems.” Curtis, a student who chose not to give his last name, said he regularly smoked pot three times a day during the spring semester. “I’ll choose to smoke instead of going to class,” Curtis said. “I’ll stay up late the night before an exam. Because of his herbal proclivities, Curtis’ GPA took a nosedive this spring semester, almost ruining what he had built up the first two-and-a- half years at State. But despite the negative scholastic and financial effects, he feels that they are outweighed by the positives. “I get this weightlessness feeling,” he said with a smile. “Things are funnier when you’re stoned. [And] I feel like my mind gets unlocked.” Even with the lower than expected number of illegal users, Allen feels that this still represents a problem for both the university and the community. “Whenever we’re looking at any drug use, often with it’s high harm because of its legality, it tends to be a problem,” said Allen. “Any time you use any drugs, it can be a risk to the community.” Student talks about drug use at MSU Tfext: Dustin McNees, Matthew Mikul Phot D0s i g;n: Vic affl V ofImar jWa n e' Han-Guru ■B)ph-om®^pAhm™ .<®pi>g and a s t u dyMa b ftalBir ip tBSn t a W s '- , iTT» SMjencg aTrì JlTT duiwig Witter b rea Hot 2Ò1 (3;-i2Oli. TheBri P'j.f'o^»s‘”,onKnt Issues: Study Abroad Kext: Jacob Kanclerz, F.miljy Lawl'er Photo: Erlca frea is ■D esifin : lUtMl EbBr m [R@@ Students travel abroad for an enhanced educational experience When people think of foreign travel and vacation, it usually doesn’t involve sitting in a library conducting extensive research to put together a grueling 50-page paper. But for sophomore Jake Satin, this is exactly what he chose to do as part of the Study Abroad history program at Oxford University in Britain last summer. Satin got the opportunity to research at the distinguished Bodleian Library, considered one of the best libraries in the world. The course’s fifteen students had the opportunity to use valuable and rare primary documents to construct a paper on a topic of their choice. Satin’s paper, interestingly enough, on gin drinking in the 18th century, is up for publishing in the fall. The Study Abroad program at MSU spans the globe with 260 specialized programs for nearly every major, sending students to every continent. Although Satin’s experience at Oxford was centered around a classroom, many programs combine learning with a hands-on adventure to create an unforgettable education experience. One such program is the popular freshman study abroad program in Italy, which takes place before students start their official enrollment here. “It was a program on the history and culture of Italy and the Roman Empire,” Satin said. “One of the cool things was learning about something in class, then the next day or that afternoon, going to actually see what we had been talking about. “It’s one thing to learn about it and read it and look at a picture in a textbook, it’s another to be standing there and taking your own pictures of it,” he said. Of course, while students are there taking ISS and IAH equivalents among other MSU classes, they get more out of their foreign surroundings than a grade on a transcript. “As interesting as the classes themselves were, the best part by far was the experience,” sophomore Kyle Druding said, who also attended the Italy trip as well as the environmental globalization program in Nicaragua. “Just being there, you get so much insight on how different things are from what they are here. It’s total immersion, you really are in a different way of life.” On his trip to Nicaragua, Druding recalled sleeping outside and not having access to the amount of electricity and technology here. These days, the economic crunch may have an effect on students wondering how to finance an extensive trip overseas. Junior Colin Boyd, a peer advisor with the Office of Study Abroad, admits that when paying for college becomes a concern for families, they don’t see the benefits of the extra dollars required for study abroad. However, Boyd attests there are plenty of scholarships offered to students through the Office of Study Abroad (OSA). Satin’s trip to Italy was almost completely covered by scholarships from the OSA and his high school, and the only thing Druding had to pay for was his plane ticket to Nicaragua, thanks to multiple scholarships from the OSA, James Madison and his high school. While these may sound like fortunate situations, almost any student can get in on the financial aid to help fund their Study Abroad journey. “They do a very good job of making financing as small of an issue as they can,” Satin said. “If you’re qualified, obviously, money really shouldn’t be an issue.” The OSA has a special department to help with financial aid and the scholarship process is open to anyone who wants to apply. However, as these particular students attest, the real value can’t be placed on the cost of the trip. “I don’t think I paid enough for the experience I received,” Boyd said, who has studied abroad in Ireland and Australia, and is bound for Rome this summer. “Employers are always looking for students with global experience and it [Study Abroad] helps make students competitive in searching for jobs after graduation.” Satin affirmed that this global experience can be a fulfilling way for students to shape their lives. “When you’re in a culture that’s different from your own, it teaches you a lot about yourself that you’re not going to learn in a classroom, or learn in East Lansing,” he said. “Study Abroad is one of the best things we have on this campus, and ironically, it takes you away from (campus).” ËméJhI y field m muftl Sclent AS'0 Wild Borneo: iff fioit yBfc i owa 1 ^eSLeir h St.Hgl MSI) ’ la a r.rSs 1 Tjffgaffr p do v d Si r. wWal iMfflrbuffcoming ¡¡ri^M th pi price, estimates f ramW^b trips. I TO Issues: Alternative Media T e x t : fflà- iti K a n c 1 e r z Phojgo: Al i ssa Lane Design : Jessica HairyarM Alternative media on campus provides a variety to students, journalists When Emily Lawler first came to MSU as a student seeking a career in journalism, she knew she wasn’t going to do emotionless hard-news blurbs. She wanted to write the big feature that had depth, insight and plenty of space to work. The State News, like any other print media, didn’t have the space to contain her style. So where could Lawler hone her craft? Enter The Big Green, one of MSU’s few weekly online magazines and part of MSU’s alterative media community. B ’“it was one of the only magazine outlets on campus,” Lawler said. “I knew I wanted to write for a magazine, and it’s been an awesome fit for me. I love everyone there.” Two years later, Lawler is a junior and the editor-in-chief of The Big Green. The publication is a prominent leader in MSU’s fledging alternative media scene, boasting 22,000 circulation viewers a month, or visitors that click through two or more articles. Lawler says the main ingredient to The Big Green is the unique content they provide their readers. “Nothing you read here will be found anywhere else,” Lawler said. The Big Green is just one of the several alternative publications on campus, said almost all of them exclusively on-line, that try to provide something new to their readers. Spartanedge.com, another weekly- published site, follows this theme of unique coverage. “We are focused on covering stories from a different angle from what people would find in any other media,” said Alisha Green, junior and editor- in-chief of Spartanedge.com. “We aren’t afraid to be edgy, and we aren’t afraid of taking on controversial topics that other media organizations might not be comfortable writing about.” Spartanedge.com earned this reputation early on after their start in 2005 by publishing the Dutch cartoons of Muhammad that were considered controversial and were banned from publications elsewhere. Although receiving a lot of backlash, the publication grew from a collection of blogs and other stories into a productive weekly force that covers a wide range of off-the-mark stories at MSU. The publication works to show alternative life on campus, which includes local area concerts, club sports and art shows and exhibits, as well as other events that fly under the radar. Spartanedge still serves to report big issues for students, most recently a video report on budget cut controversies as well as a multi-week series on the State of State’s Media, focusing on promoting alternative media and its role on campus Despite the splash made by Spartanedge.com and The Big Green, the alternative media scene is still considered an underground operation. The State News’ influence and ability to distribute printed copies everywhere on campus five days a week adds to this reality. In addition, most alternative Publications cannot pay their writers or raise funds for costly regular prints like The State News. Regardless, some dedicated writers that work for alternative media believe they provide a better option for news than the mainstream State News; among them, The Big Green, Spartan Weekly, Spartini, The Black Sheep and other alternative campus media sources. “We offer a more student-oriented viewpoint,” senior Shelley Hoover said of Spartan Weekly, an on-line publication that specializes in satirical content, of which she is the editor-in-chief. “A lot of the time [The State News] bypass what MSU feels or what it is actually like to be a student.” The Black Sheep, a relatively new publication that has boxes of print editions all around campus, consistently publishes articles on drinking and guides to area bars while asserting at the top of each edition that they are “A College Newspaper That’s Actually About College.” Alternative media’s struggle against The State News’ virtual monopoly of media in the area came to fruition in 2005. Spartanedge, Spartan Weekly and The Big Green teamed up as MAMA (MSU Alternative Media Alliance) to file a lawsuit against The State News, complaining about the newspaper’s strict “no-competition” policy. Students hired at The State News were not allowed to work for any other publication, and MAMA protested that this violated students’ freedom. Although MAMA did get a bill passed by the Board of Trustees, the bill has been unenforced. Lawler says that The State News ignored it. When they aren’t fighting The State News, the alternative media scene also helps cater to different communities and types of people across campus. Spartini, started by junior Holly Mihelic, is a Web site geared towards women interested in fashion and relationships. Spartini is essentially a Cosmopolitan for MSU, as put by sophomore Alyssa Dennis, who blogs for the site and joined during her first year on campus. “It was my first chance I had to write at MSU,” Dennis said of joining Spartini. “It made me more confident in my writing. It was something I would be interested in, help build my experience and be a lot of fun.” In the case of Dennis and Spartini and Lawler with The Big Green, both publications became proving grounds for writers and catered specifically to different journalists’ interests. The same idea applies to how alternative media can serve MSU, with its different variations on how to tell news and the unique kind of news they provide. “People are going to realize that there’s content online that they don’t get in daily papers,” Lawler said. Green pointed out that the diversification of alternative media is helping to expose the different types of niches on campus, which she believes holds a bright future for Spartanedge.com “I see alternative media at MSU really growing even more over the next few years,” Green said. ‘The opportunities are endless.” m a rtf X ttt iSncî1 rgn. si IjFii fflMBV designer, in the SADA 1 i'eñM'K'Wi ^H ^H l 6 Klopf, WâfjwS of d e s i g n e r s i n th es how;.. Hgn-B?>|MR McVettie, junior A1 èbHB ria'. V$|p aHHp d ®Ì|p h b'm ore iBfcfad flip thrSgh the SADA _ WWffSBH i 9^H MjBft^SJfect'ffl^æH^sRiiÇred HBK surreali st pai nter Salvador Dali. «Borei Lindsey Adrian appi i es H15o to M jm relWeapi «Baci HESnCni1 f|Te • '-1 Student The tte modeled Lauren Drapes ’ daKni based on the KaBBa. 136 Issues: Fashion 9 \ CREATIVITY Art Exhibit showcases students’ dress designs Excitement lit senior Sarah Bach’s face as she described a dress at the Kresge Art Center. “I made this one completely from Meijer grocery sacks,” she said, pointing to her piece titled ‘Beneath all this Trash.’ “I cut off the labels and ironed the bags together. And it’s even reversible.” Bach was one of 16 undergraduates featured in the Apparel and Textile Design Exhibition. Two rooms showcased bold, colorful pieces and elegant gowns from Feb. 22 until March 12. In a sea of mannequins, the talent woven into the threads of each piece brought the dresses to life. At the opening reception on Feb. 24, instructor Carol Beard said the dresses represented major accomplishments for the student designers. “We picked pieces to represent each designer’s personal aesthetic. By looking at each one, I can even go around and tell who made what,” Beard said. “These designs really express how the students have developed over the years.” Students incorporated creative approaches and innovative techniques into their designs based on their class’ assignment. Each dress exhibited originality, and many pieces incorporated recycled materials. “This is from a pair of pajama pants from fifth grade,” Bach said, pointing to a metallic, velvety fabric on her dress titled ‘Waterfall.’ “This is a curtain from my old bedroom. And this beading right here was part of an old purse.” Bach’s piece was also featured in the Student Apparel Design Association fashion show on Saturday, April 17 at the Lansing Center. Minutes before the show, 43 student designers prepared their models to hit the spotlight. Senior Nicholas Paolo stood alongside his models, all of them representing a year’s worth of dedication. Paolo said the feeling was bittersweet. “It’s exciting because I’ve been waiting months, and I know these girls can wear my garments perfectly,” he said. The night carried on with excitement as the students’ designs illuminated the stage and convinced the audience that fashion is more than fabric; it’s living art. Text: Angie Jackson Photo: E|gi|c a Tpe a i s Dellign: laBca Halffcrd Eophomore Devin Say 1 esxst3itpB>w^ the rRwa’y i ■ K As a senior, Demott presented intheSADA fashion show s . Btfri liBla Lauren Wi 1 son shows off (Signer N i c h olas Paola’s body suit. P a o1 a had .Sw ri«udi na 9 Bpi&r designip in rBfBegg« g B BBfKì. ail -runwjjfe ni*®l r. „• ; and a B Photo.graph: former chai 'Äj|.LaBd| ■BE '«|er'nitl Issues: Lambda Chi Alpha House Text : Photo : : ,'esi gn : Lesii e Til son Masfon Rqf|nson Vi® ri Voli mar B t Tii™Ìfiwcurl^rlt and HHr t-hie walls, ill Lffibdar-Chi ÀlB| house hlgH fjrovidelj. - fraternity members. m pc. Hasa b! Lamba Chi Alpha fights the City of East Lansing to keep their 83-year-old home One brotherhood, 83 years, over 2,200 men, and infinite memories. The house of 128 Collingwood has seen it all. The walls of the Lambda Chi Alpha fraternity house hold years of nostalgia. To some it’s just another fraternity house, but to the brothers of the Gamma Omicron chapter of Lambda Chi Alpha, it is more than just brick and mortar. “Often, Greek organizations are simply referred to as ‘houses,’” sophomore Andrew Chamberlain said. “I suppose if brothers are the metaphorical bricks, the building blocks of the chapter, then 128 Collingwood could be considered the mortar. It is a second home to more than two thousand men initiated as Lambda Chi Alphas at Michigan State. It has become synonymous with who we are as an organization and, more importantly, who we are as a brotherhood.” Although 128 Collingwood has been a part of Lambda Chi Alpha for as long as the fraternity has been on campus, the brothers are looking for a new place to call home. “In the early 90s our local alumni sold the house to our nationals to keep it under better management,” Chamberlain said. “Our nationals took out a second mortgage on the house to finance housing for other chapters.” After the nationals aquired the house, the house was sold once more to Lambda Chi Alpha Properties (LCAP), a separate corporate entity from Lambda Chi Alpha Fraternity, International. According to Chamberlain, when the real estate market faltered, LCAP could no longer sustain all of its properties and had to liquidate assets. Because the money owed on the second mortgage exceeded the value of the property, the fraternity’s local alumni couldn’t secure funding before the brothers’ house was put on the open market. After a series of court dates, it was decided that proposed plans for an addition to the house to make it into an apartment complex would need to be reviewed by the Historic District of East Lansing. For now, the brothers cannot live in their house and are now moving into a house on N. Harrison Avenue. “We have not only survived but thrived under this unfortunate circumstance,” freshman Andrew Paulsen said. “It is a testament to the strength of our brotherhood at this chapter. Hopefully, if the cards fall right and we win the upcoming battle before the historic district commission, we can relocate back to our home in the future.” The structure itself is more than just a roof over their heads; it’s a monument representing all the brothers of the Gamma Omicron Chapter. “The Lambda Chi Alpha fraternity house is older than Michigan State University landmarks such as the Breslin Center and Spartan Stadium,” Paulsen said. “If one of those landmarks were to be suddenly removed from campus, the community would feel as though it has lost a part of itself. This is the same scenario that is affecting the members of Lambda Chi Alpha, but with a structure that has been part of its community for a longer period of time.” But the brothers are not about to give up their fight. They are working hard to regain their loss. “Because I rushed during the fall of my freshman year, my entire college career has been centered on 128 Collingwood,” Chamberlain said. “The fondest memories of the past two years, which I count as the best of my life, have happened at this house. As I’ve become more involved in the house leadership and fighting to save our house, 128 has come to symbolize a massive investment of time and effort. It has also brought me closer to everyone in the chapter, since it has given us all one, single goal.” 139 Brotherhood. Sisterhood. Companionship. These are the qualities that form the lasting friendships found in the Greek community, and on campus. Fraternities bring men together, each with different backgrounds and experiences,Intertwined by a common identity. Sororities create a common bond and everlasting friendships for young women. Staying together for years, both create strong bonds that last though four years of college and beyond. Whether they hold centuries of traditions, or are recently formed organizations, they hold an important place in the pool of elements forming our university. I Greeks Alpha Kappa Psi MiBfc )Bait! In'^ Front Row: Pa rvr.aH L i sa Roten hlm, K h mjnà4' - Mc » 1 g . ¿-¿M Ripiana u r a Elig, Jason Lee, KaBitH^nSB M˧:he.l ];%gad1 er Second Row :B^aBe IfflPod , NiH||| S1 e m e r , C h r i s t i n a Z i n k e 1 , M i k e Kililifrgii, Dante! Lee, KapSe Murawski, Steve #~mttenberry^M N i c o1 e D o wdall Iflrd Row: Bodnar,llattgMft,, Scgrdana^obe^B Gretchen Nltz, AÎny HŒjffijt, Amy H effiBi oSkHÎ ‘ p BÎyüc Row: Carroll , Adam Brando n S p i v ey , Ry a n S chum aiçih e r , Kael H^fflddlietSi Oimambro, Ma r i e r t r e m, lykt.. , I ii « H -fhacón . h B MP“' ' I v9H ,'%¿«rt Front Row: ffr^Kft) wllìlllfìian, Dan ■Bilskn'ÿ,. 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Ennaht, Courtney'Shernka. , yerdnica Van Loon Greeks: Gamma Phi Beta Kappa Delta to, Paula Brickner mont Row:AS1aBa^> Fournier, Al ison Di-stefatjs, ’.Valü^fe'-» Santa rossa»“'Kati^»faratti, tSe Brown, Katie Rohn, Alyssa Tigue, Lindse Second Row: SuzfllYotisSi Mi k£- Skeliy, Lindsay Nakfoor, Christina Del eguw-,fiaurfi Leidy, Becky L@al|^H Abbyjshew^fiLauren wSjord,, Al 1 ie® Viik^»pMtien»i^elWEmnia McBmara, Bisifia ite por Q V B ac Hrow : N fio 1 ë'fia p1 a n,. if dan §ìtaiuffej|JHffla lijre?:j|Ml Johnson, Rachelle Aldridge, S tephanie P ■ i d dSHB a WexlB;,. Ch r i s t VM H Ser, Ili§fit '.jEJfidjjBM || f ffl^Br S’, |™r f j M a noli, * V y t a s Kara!ius, Hannah Mi ttleman li H i r ty l 157 Front Row: .(ffoiriTeftJ Liz an Kustantin, Jillian Slingerland, Jessica Molle, Kri sten f-iei therein, Madeline -Petcof f, Tatiana Campo. ■ Rachel Lin, Shelby Iudiciani, Alayna Lekosiotis, Carol Schneider, Caitlin Cardin, Emily Weinstein, ■ .À'Biîittanyc Rice a:... Second Row: :l|irian|i;aS|o':Chrico,-, ' Deanna Lyght, Vanessa Santarossa, : Ç.vCauren Burkhart, T-a-mäha- KfS|ari|i ;■ ■ Katie Dingersen, Katie Cameron, ' ç Carl y W.i i bending', L’äuä sirAl-Mi'Cla, Ka'itlîn,,lauten,ÿtauren Bracçi, Carly Gordon, Madel me .Vaughan, Älesandra Ajlouni, Sara Beth Wells, Nicole '■ Wood. Megan Mohtbceiol-o' Jii Ca rol yn, ■■ Ki dd,. Ma ri ssa; Munaco, Whitney Krieger, Abby Shegos, Courtney Kraus, Kathryn Koster, Christine Honér,. Anastasia Stevens, Èl+zar^ëth Johnson, Hilary Gorosh, Lindsey Thi rd Row : ■ -Nancy : .• Krauen, Maggie , Paim-ei,. iaiij ialant- ;■ Fourth Left: Jenna Tobin. Hannah .'■'Slattery, Taylor Sher, Stephanie - Kazanjian, Mallory Glazier, Alyssa ! -Kluge, Kristen Maddock, Calli Elmer, Mika- Wexler, £mlTy-:Sklar-, >iKeTly Breen, : . : ' i: Nt.eoTç- Vi htel-ix , -Jamie Kawwas, Stephanie Miller Back Row: Ash]ey Fournier,. Meliy Shelton, Kathryn Cefaratti, Melanie Kohn, Kelsey Johnson, Col 1 een Pohl, . 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Kristen Selaskyf lid J;ami e Houdek, Katie Sal 1 eyf^JHyi|g McCol l^m'.Mrnstma Joseph, Mad« McPiiJfJ Third Row: '|jfelM||a llbhofdgiiig, ISlje SheSj^Wav-ia Menn''&t^B^^Sn H^ISpnsB B^Hnna^Bpo^^Mourtney Hab/i nette, gR Ford, Kelly Zens, Susie B.rbour Fourth Row: MiSH^S,cBmp;gne;, Jemn”;i iMIir:, B MMiMa. ;G.etz, ||My||||ito, O 1 son Di ¿TT no, tS Lauren'’ EverMyi EmilyH 1 QH 1 'Ss, AmartHM Walsh, A1yssa Sir1 in ■Ift^Row: Krisi|a NeumH’er.Jordan •i§;m ; ’Ej| ^«Ser, iMa t»vK^^®mi,rl egg; Kari'tl i n ^te’ke , Alyssa DeYonker, Hi 1 raspy iS"chomber,gaps^*eyon &trand, DsjgDee ^ Stasiak, Athena Bal aban, C h rrap t i n a |®Eeuw Sixth Row: Rachel Rassel , Tra.p^^H rDar^Hs-.^^wrt^y; Boileau 159 Sharing the universal experiences of receiving our acceptance letters, straying from home, stuffing our lives into a tiny dorm room, and struggling through an impossible exam, it’s life’s events that create memories worthy of lasting a lifetime. In the past year, we’ve welcomed the All- American Rejects, The Fray, Kid Cudi and Drake. We’ve raced for a cure, remembered the suffering, volunteered, and shared our cultures. We’ve celebrated both our favorite national holidays and the success of our athletes. Whether it be university- sponsored events, or our own weekend adventures, each event experienced cultivates a unique Spartan experience. ■ i Events: The Fray Concert TheSp[M^SSrms agM«?, ■ Breslin Barer JBpetr smaiH hit Ri&dEhe crowd Save a Life” Isaac ■Hiflilffcjjf the Fray, gj ade,, p® f®1n®a:'t the EB^gsil i n Center. Fans joined with ppaaM^Mi chants of wasS green ! Go white!” during the $Sf(^RnE.,' TjejMf'Dusti n McNeeé/;.- pBo to: M a * n Hfei ngo n dS í g n: J ||¡|lc a H ay f y;a rd Thousands of students packed the Breslin Center September 16 to see The Fray in concert, with NathanielRateliff and The Wheel kicking off the show. The Fray performed most of their hit songs, including “Over My Head” and a cover of Kanye West’s “Heartless,” much to the delight of the crowd. New National Coney Station provides late night hangout and convenience to students It’s two hours into the Saturday morning, and bar crawlers quickly guzzle up the last of their beer and evacuate onto the streets of East Lansing. The unfortunate souls drag themselves home to pray to the porcelain gods, while others, with their mouths watering, are on the hunt for something tasty and greasy to gobble up. It won’t be long until a group of Spartans stumbles through the doors of National Coney Station, a new concept by National Coney Island, Inc., on Grand River Avenue demanding something to tickle their taste buds. Inside the restaurant, characterized by red bricks and old-style photos, a long line of rowdy customers forms. Some chat with friends about the evening’s outrageous occurrences, while others slump into booths and inhale their food without saying a word. This slam-packed night is the standard crowd for weekends, said Raymond Reynolds, a manager at the establishment. Reynolds has worked for National Coney Island for six years, but before the restaurant opened on Sept. 10, he never experienced the customers of a college town. He said it is definitely a change of pace from his home in Macomb. “I got puked on a few weeks ago. We were getting ready to close at 3 a.m. when I passed by a guy stumbling on his way to the bathroom. He didn’t make it, and it sprayed all over my arm,” Reynolds said. Most store managers would be fuming with anger, but Reynolds, 22, was able to keep his cool. Hi actually wasn’t that mad at him,” Reynolds said. “The guy was really embarrassed because he loves Coney Island and promised he’ll be back. I just hope he doesn’t pull that again.” For sophomore Caitlin Wilson, there is never a dull moment when working the closing shift at National Coney Station. “The funniest encounter I’ve had was when a drunk guy proposed to me with a ring made out of paper napkins,” Wilson laughed. “I told him that he was moving a little bit too fast for my taste.” Another tipsy customer indiscreetly attempted to sneak away with the store’s “Open” sign. “It was kind of funny. When I caught her with the huge sign, she looked at me innocently, like she wasn’t doing anything wrong,” Reynolds said. Beware, sign thieves; a manager will catch you every time. Even though drunken crowds may be slightly unruly, they are National Coney Station’s biggest business. Since the food I is reasonably priced, students agree that Coney is a tempting late night stop when on the way home from the bar. With doors open until 3 a.m. on weekends, who could resist a taste of classic American food before putting a cap on their night? National Coney Station is not only ideal for late-night prowlers, it is also accommodating to students with busy schedules. Junior Josh Glowacki depends on Coney’s speedy I service when he is in a time crunch between classes. “Most of my classes are in the psychology building, and in my 40-minute break, I love to head to Coney Station for a quick meal. The location is perfect,” Glowacki said. The only thing Glowacki could say he dislikes about National Coney Station is it’s timing. “I really can’t believe [National Coney Station] is finally here. This is my fifth year at MSU. Why couldn’t they have gotten to East Lansing sooner?” Glowacki said in between bites of his Coney Dog. As a Metro Detroit native, National Coney Station is a refreshing taste of home for him. Like Glowacki, many customers are ecstatic to see a Coney Station in town. Students and adults alike have expressed enthusiasm to be able to enjoy their favorites, such as Coney Dogs and Hani Specials, in East Lansing. Reynolds feels that National Coney Station’s unique hometown-feel sets it apart from other fast food competitors. “It’s our reputation that brings people in. Metro Detroiters that have grown up on our food know it’s good. They’re happy to see us here,” said Reynolds. T§yHpgi Photo® Mil® Rob: npjn DM#: ¡¡MM Hali/artl Cook Chr 1 s Krauss serves |jla mouthwatering Dogs and chili cheese fr 1Jk S® counter workei ip SB The 1 ocation has seen many years. i ’ i bilT. y ¿ 7 £ ^ è HFf ij I :ntal dúo® i n fold-i|p| TîTP '23 'ïzzWi1 |J reM hel d af| -year ^Blrlof the Izglne. whgi attend th11^mBrnBie- a, greater chance of gett i Munn Fiele Seeon i the highly sought afteS lower |oti seats. EæS»a.l 1 players Chris s 'Al 1 |m K^rajT^RlMand , i " C ■ nd coach ffiftf. ’1-zaa.aS '] :’R l i ' atthelzzoneCampout on i )ut 2,200 students attended the Munn Field. T e'x.fe Legl i e T i 1 s^p;raj£^i Photo: Mapin Robi Design.: a|B:fyard members of the Izzone 9:20 a.m.iThe five men of campsite 323 arrive on Munn Field to pitch their tent. 9:45 a.m.: Junior Kevin Erb carries mattresses from his dorm room to the campsite. By 10 a.m. campsite 323 is set up and prepared for the next 24 hours of the Izzone Campout. These dedicated fans, along with about 2,000 other fans, endured the elements in hopes of getting lower bowl tickets for the upcoming men’s basketball season. “We prepared by getting together with friends from Campus Crusade, a Christian organization,” junior Alex Dunn said. “This is my first year ‘cause I’m a junior transfer. I think a good portion of our campsite are first- years. I brought a blanket and a pillow with me.” From 10 a.m. until noon, the guys played a game of pick-up football, with a quick break at 11:30 a.m. for a campsite check. The guys then headed to Wilson Hall around noon to watch the Spartans play Wisconsin. Although Dunn only brought a blanket and a pillow with him to the campout, the rest of his campsite was well prepared with all things necessary to spend 24 hours in a tent. “I got my homemade granola, apples, pretzels, cereal and a Frisbee,” junior Joe Ray said. “I also brought my green and white jumpsuit, a sleeping bag, a football and my iPod.” At 4 p.mlwhen the football game was over, the guys stopped in the Wilson Hall cafeteria to get some food before returning to their campsite. “I’ve wanted to be in the Izzone ever since I came to MSU,” freshman Logan Matthews said. “Since I want to be in the lower bowl, I knewfjhad to camp out. It’s pretty exciting to see the field transform into a campsite. It’s fantastic.” Matthews showed his dedication to the team by sticking it out at the campout even though he was injured during the touch football game. “I made a spectacular catch in the back of the end zone,” Matthews explained, as blood dripped down his neck. “The defender tried to block it by scratching my neck and breaking off my necklace.” The guys passed time after the game by playing more football, waiting in line for Izzone Campout t-shirts and grilling hamburgers on their charcoal grill around 6 p.m. After they grilled, they participated in the inflatable obstacle courses until 8:30 p.m. and then returned to their campsite, where they anxiously awaited the arrival of Coach Izzo and the team. “I think the whole experience is going to be real fun,” freshman Kyle Stanke said, “but I am most excited to see the team and meet Izzo.” The other members of the campsite agreed that meeting Izzo, who showed up around 9 p.m., was the highlight of their campout experience. “I knew I was doing the campout ever since I got my tickets,” Dunn said. “I actually just thought we’d be standing around, but when l got the schedule I was so pumped to be here. It’s an epic experience to hang out with Michigan State’s finest.” After Coach Izzo and the team visited the campout, a comedian was there to entertain the campers for the night. He wrapped up his set around 11 p.m. and all the excitement began to die down as the guys started to return to their campsite, since all the scheduled activities had finished. “As soon as we got back to our campsite, we heard a bunch of yelling and screaming, so we decided to go investigate,” Ray said. “Apparently one of my friends had... a dance-off with this other guy. Everyone was crowding around them so they moved to the stage and literally 300 people crowded the stage and they had an hour-long dance-off between the two guys and the deejay. It was the funniest moment ever.” The dance-off ended around 1:30 a.m. and everyone returned to the tent to hang out for a little while before going to bed. The next morning Coach Izzo woke the campers up around 7:30 a.m. with a megaphone so they could pack up their tents and check out. “We slept really well on our mattresses,” Ray said. TéMi: Rachel Photo: AliPsa La'roS Ha 1 li|gM De^ln: JesP i ^ Mike Posner returns to a sold-out crowd Mike Posner has achieved more within his 21 years than most accomplish within a lifetime. Aside from the daily stresses that accompany life as a sociology and business major, this senior from Duke University is also balancing a major record deal. After single-handedly writing, producing and recording tracks within his dorm room, Posner’s hard work paid off when his debut mix tape, A Matter of Time, caught the eye of record executives. Since then, fans from Detroit to Los Angeles have recognized his potential as an up-and- coming artist. “By no means is my music demographic-limited to college kids; it just exploded there first due to my social network,” he said. “I appeal to students because that’s where my friends are.” With news of Posner’s September 12 performance, fans campus-wide immediately began buzzing - resulting in a sold-out show within six hours. Presented by the Residence Halls Association, the Fall Welcome Concert featured Posner along with Fly Union and Kanye West protégé Big Sean. “This concert blew up by word of mouth,” said RHA Director of Public Relations Melissa Hackett. “Had we known, we would have chosen a bigger venue.” Although the excitement was primarily shared among fans, it appeared as if Posner was the most eager of all. “I performed once at State two or three years ago, but I think it’s going to be a much different experience this time,” he said. “I get goose bumps just thinking about tonight.” Prior to his anticipated performance, Posner sauntered into the Union Ballroom with a smile on his face. Dressed casually in house slippers and basketball shorts, he initially appeared as yet another average student. Several minutes into the interview though, it became evident that the personable performer found success through hard work and determination. “I don’t follow what everyone else is doing,” he said. “There is no set path you have to take.” Known for such hits as “Cooler Than Me” and “Drug Dealer Girl,” Posner finds inspiration in what he matter-of-factly terms as “real life.” “I think a lot of people identify with some of the concepts within my music because they’re things that everyone goes through,” he said. “I know one of my strengths is taking events that happen in my life and turning them into art.” Describing his schedule as “definitely tough,” Posner commits his time to both schooling and a budding career. Despite his absence at Duke on the weekends, the singer remains an average college senior who enjoys Saturday tailgates, four corners and most importantly, his music. “Everyone at school tries to work on Wall Street, but I salvage my relationships at Duke into a nationwide buzz,” he said. After a brief interruption from a throng of screaming fans, Posner sighed and continued his train of thought. “I get paid to chill at other schools. I’m living the dream,” he saidgTm not complaining -1 just do my homework on the planes.” With the amount of success Posner has encountered within the past year - including a contract with J Records - it’s unlikely that there is much left on his to-do list. “I’m not content with my position at all,” Posner said. “I don’t feel like I’ve made it. To me, it’s always what’s next.” Humble words coming from a man who has collaborated with likes of 30HI3 and Kid Cudi. With aspirations to become what he termed the “biggest pop star in the world,” it’s obvious that Posner’s music possesses the proper credentials. “You can expect me to be a force within the music industry for years to come.” Events: Homecoming Seniors Erik Love, Gabe Buzinski and act a i [sing on behalf of -Infl'fToj! ThjBJIlup peiriff, n bnreams’,CTE^j HMjj at the^aunmfe and th^Euimh- . it ! The Capital Green acapella group pejBtm ilRii one of severe ¡t-hat ^Krt-ai ned the is- ■ isi® 1 ly-inclined groupi n jET’iwH . They S itl6“^ ipErrIB “W ZBgrgB P®aN’ange of acts P:e:»Bmf|Ki!f:at night in to theBiing of «HM ing h i s is a that tribute H havonna c k: ' f hrjij||e-S-fvlElo ' Mif§®el dwing a tri bute to Jaeigton during Soul Night. 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Ht may have been Homecoming weekend for the football; team, but that didn’t stop over 14,000 students and alumni from showing up to Midnight Madness on Friday night. In fact, everyone that could have showed up did. This year’s Midnight Madness was the first one ever sold out in the event’s history, and Breslin staff had to turn away people waiting in lengthy lines that wrapped around the building. Midnight Madness serves to kick off the men’s and women’s basketball seasons every year by introducing the teams and celebrating the past year’s accomplishments. This year’s motto was “Celebrate the Moment,” which was fitting for two programs that created plenty of moments last season. The women’s basketball team made it to the Sweet Sixteen and the men’s basketball team fell short of the National Championship in the final game. The men’s basketball team stayed true to the theme during their introductions. The arena darkened and each player appeared on the Jumbotron showcasing a classic Spartans victory from previous seasons. The player then trotted down the stairs from the concourse level, accompanied by giant blasts of flames from both baskets, erupting from the pyrotechnics placed on top. Finally, Izzo showed up on the big screen, highlighting the Spartans’ two national championships in 1979 and 2000. After introducing himself, the crowd roared, and Izzo promptly suited up into his racing gear and took off in his racing car on-screen, culminating in Izzo riding to center court in person. As soon as the coach reached the winner’s circle, he was awarded the traditional victor’s wreath of Coach Izzo’s speech focused on the fans’ dedication to the program by showing record support for the team during its stay in Detroit for the Final Four. Izzo mentioned the 30,000 Spartan fans that showed up for a practice at Ford Field, as well as the 9,000 that followed the team to the Somerset Mall in Troy. Izzo also declared that MSU basketball now holds the record for most fans to watch a basketball game, and second and third place as well. Eventually, the Final Four banner was raised, the fifth the team has raised in the past 11 years, all under Izzo, and the only team in the NCAA to have accomplished that feat in that time period. The women’s basketball team staged their own theatrics to match Izzo and the men. Setting up a mili-living room at center court, the players threw a “house party,” which resulted in each of the team members coming through a prop door wearing a ‘90s outfit and doing their own little dance to the music played on their arrival. At the end of the charade, coach Suzy Merchant crashed the party. She saluted the Sweet Sixteen appearance but quickly moved onto her main point: Making the Final Four this year in San Antonio, which prompted the team to don pink cowboy hats and line dance at the end of their skit. After the team ceremonies, both squads played a quick Green and White game, taking the festivities to 1 a.m. The dedicated fans that stayed saw two crisp basketball performances in the teams’ first appearances on court, but Izzo ended the night memorably by reminding everyone of the Homecoming festivities set for the following day. “I know tonight is about basketball,” Izzo told the crowd, “but this is still football season! “Tomorrow, we are going to kick some Wildcat ass!” the coach proclaimed. HBo.a"c'h Hr E ■ ri ves to the B r e s l i n ffltTi&r m a .Hi( car. 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Maybe the «Heer fteau ty uf ih# VWfrome Week town#.meeting wmo hot«*» H will hepararti**!' wait, wbot uni t taying? I know nomami» pruptr own,ready»*unt oft my roHag* «periate* the right way, I war gouts A S u mm V4 A nitriisso#a #« ■SM— :7" V .; H /: Jgl J’*', I mm 1 I FìtflÈ, m , m E ^SüÆ T^i BBKpkKjS^>J I h The Black Sheep comes to graze East Lansing It’s something new. It’s something most people might not know exists. But if you walk down Grand River, into the dorms, or stop by a random newsstand you will see it. The new publication has its own style and flare, and it’s something different than The State News - or any other publication for that matter - on campus. The satirical newspaper that covers issues college students encounter daily is known as The Black Sheep. While The Black Sheep is new to this campus, it originated a few years ago at the University of Illinois when co-creators Atish Doshi and Derek Chin decided that their school newspaper (The Daily mini) wasn’t meeting the needs of the school. “The paper wasn’t bad, but their topics weren’t actually relevant to college or college life,” Doshi said. “So we were sitting around and the two of us were like, ‘Why don’t we start our own paper?’ We had no idea what it would take to do it, but we knew that if we were able to write about topics that our readers could relate to, we could have something really cool on our hands.” And so with no journalism experience, Atish bought the book “How to Start a Newspaper,” and, as a marketing and finance manager, began publishing The Black Sheep. “Most of the skills my partners and I acquired came from just experience on the go,” Doshi said. “It’s always been about loving this job and the opportunities it brings, so if that means having to research new techniques when it comes to layout and design, or having to take a journalism class to learn proper editing, I’ve been up to the challenge.” But how did something that started at the University of Illinois end up in East Lansing? The newspaper’s founder, Doshi, was originally from Rochester Hills, and he said after they started in Illinois they set a new goal to come to Michigan. “When we decided to expand, we had pretty thorough research criteria, and MSU fit everything perfectly,” Atish said. “It’s a large school with a great social life and an enthusiastic student body. We couldn’t ask for anything more.” After the decision was made to come to East Lansing, the two decided to post job openings on myspartancareer.com. Everything from advertisers, writers and even distribution people were needed. “Atish and the other managers really have a lot of input of what goes on here at MSU,” content manager Caitlin Tetrick said. .“They really care, just as we do, about making a good product for the students and community to read.” Each week, Tetrick and a staff of about 10 writers get together to come up with ideas for their next paper that is printed every Thursday. They come up with around 15-20 ideas and then narrow it down to the best ones to fill up their six-page spread. The stories range from ways to get free food to conspiracy theories about why dorm beds are odd shaped (prevent fornication) to reader-submitted drunk shout-outs. “Sometimes people come up to us and say they enjoy us more than The State News” Tetrick said. “But it really doesn’t matter. All that matters is that we give the students something they want to readM Text: Bertmim^B to ;Al ijgsa LahS, |§ubrfiitted by T|e Blalk Sheip De;s:i gn t'lfiBard Vol 1 mar- : Events: Fandom Tip® Col bylBerthume PhiHii MiiiaKane.B 1 in If Sf.pi n gHHign: J eHs'lfcH Ur yard. A beautiful day for football, with just a little bit of rain What a beautiful day for football, with just a little bit of rain. The defining game vs. Michigan. Wow. One word. One thought. Just “wow.” Long after Larry Cappers dashed into the end zone to secure the 26-20 win in overtime, the scoreboard still lit up the night sky. The day, however, started many hours before that and took loads of twists and turns. It had some ups, some downs, a bit of rain, but in the end, nothing but a victory and sunshine. The game received little national recognition, and generated little hype due to the previous performances of the two teams. However, any time the “Little Brown Jug” is up for grabs, there doesn’t need to be any hype. There doesn’t need to be any national recognition. All that’s needed is some good ol’ spirited college football fans that define a rivalry. And trust me, there were a lot of them. While clouds and rain would have surely discouraged many in Ann Arbor, MSU students and fans alike know it’s always a beautiful day for football in East Lansing (at least that’s what we’re reminded of from the Public Address announcer); especially when you have a chance to beat Michigan for the second time in a row for the first time since 1967. In the student section, the deafening “Go Green! Go White!” chants were louder than ever as thousands of anxious, intoxicated Spartans filled the stadium to the brim. Every soul who bravely (or stupidly) entered the student section wearing Maize and Blue were pelted with “Asshole!” chants. The chaos ensued throughout the pre-game ceremonies right up until the long- awaited kickoff at high noon. As the Spartans lined up to receive the kick, the defining “Woosh” that erupted after Michigan kicker Bryan Wright did what he does best, kicked the ball, made it seem as if all the air had been completely sucked out of the stadium. The Spartan faithful were into the game. A first quarter interception and an early Michigan field goal dampened the crowd as much as the weather did. But when running-back Larry Caper sprinted into the end zone with 2:25 left in first quarter to give the Spartans a 7-3 lead going into the second quarter, the crowd continued to grow in excitement. Every first down, the student section continued to remind the Wolverines what they really were, because each time the crowd grow louder and louder when they chanted “First down, bitch!” Eventually, though, the atmosphere seemed to shift. “What started out as a lot of drunk energy turned into focused energy. After the first few minutes of the game people became really focused,” said sophomore student section member Max Suri. Everyone quickly began to realize that they could razz the people donning the Maize and Blue all they wanted, but what really mattered was a win. While the weather did little to dampen the fans (and by the time the first-half came to an end, the slight drizzle turned into a heavy downpour), it did affect the play on the field. The second quarter was filled with lots of sloppy plays and resulted in only a field goal for both teams, leading to a 10-3 lead for Michigan State going into half-time. Coming out of the gates for the second half, the Spartans continued to keep their intensity up, and the crowd continued even more. The sun began to peek through and it seemed as if every positive play for Michigan State - and every negative play for Michigan Hfueled the fire for the crowd. However, as the fourth quarter came around, ^^HontSnued o8 pB 190 “See thei ffiWEAK! ” Fans sing the fight song QJEQQT game. fcr'ssalilflne the sun began to fade and rain showers crept back in an eerie foreshadowing way, and the tides began to turn. Michigan dominated the fourth quarter and scored with 4:03 remaining in the game, and the crowd began to cheer with a hint of nervousness. The “Go Green! Go White!” cheers still flowed, but a defining lack of confidence could be heard among the shouting. Was this really how it was going to end? After all, the emotion and effort spent on defining that their team was the best, that Michigan no longer could walk into Spartan Stadium and expect a win, was Michigan really going to prove us wrong, yet again? And then it happened. With two seconds remaining in the game, the tension was higher then ever. Nobody could take their eyes off the field. Their eyes stalked every movement of the players. Michigan quarterback Tate Forcier found receiver Roy Roundtree in the back of the end zone for a nine-yard touchdown pass. End of regulation. Game tied at 20-20. Overtime. “Unbelievable,” and “this can’t be happening,” began to be muttered from corner to corner in the student section, as the fans sat on looking in a shell-shocked state. People began remembering the comeback in 2004, when the Wolverines came back from three touchdowns to win in overtime. But then, suddenly the rain stopped and the sun crept back in at the beginning of overtime. Everyone rose to their feet and decided that it’s not over; we are still going to prove what we believe, that we are STILL better. Michigan took the ball to begin overtime and five plays later, the ball was caught in the end zone, but it was caught by Michigan State cornerback Chris L. Rucker. When Rucker landed in the end zone, a rush of jubilation shot through the stadium. Screams of joy and excitement combined to make Spartan Stadium louder than I have ever heard it before. Now all Michigan State had to do was kick a field goal to win the game. But no, the crowd didn’t want that. A field goal would say, “yeah, we won,” but a touchdown would say, “Ha, in your face.” And three plays later, on what should have been a play to set up a field goal, freshman running- back Larry Caper took the hand-off and sprinted. He didn’t stop until 25 yards later when he was in the end zone. Pure insanity ensued. Everyone hugged and more high-fives were given between two complete strangers than could ever be imagined. And as the fans slowly poured out of the stadium, the sun shown down in full capacity drying off soaked green and white shirts and jerseys, bringing to mind one thing: Wow. Just wow. That is all that can be said for a game that no Spartan will ever forget. Jiinfl' Andy Mach ar® John Gburek celebrate | Spartar ” the Wolverines, br^^Bg the score to 20*. The rtans f i nIshed 26 - 20 ■r snii. unreal m my—im h h b h h B1 ■BB— h Events: Fandom h h h h h h m Ellina Stein Bailey Watson, Kristi Hlla§|| and JfTO Ha||Ti^^HHriiaf||ng with the band. 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The three groups played mega­ hits “True Faith,” “Sink Into Me” and “Gives You Hell,” respectively. 193 B I Ws tei^RS: No e I Photo: El i se Lef ere §‘n: BiB|cl 1M..Ppost -!S MSU's Global Festival allows international student organizations to share culture P,ft MSB A1 HHg T e^t: law Angie Jackson Ml$ffpfica Nag§. D effisg n B J llt’-iMl H a 1 fHr d Students and families are given the opportunity each year to escape East Lansing and embrace cultures from all over the world. No, this doesn’t require a passport or an expensive plane ticket. All it requires is an open mind and a ride to The Union. This year’s 25th annual Global Festival on Nov. 5 invited nationality clubs to share crafts, games and traditions in order to give others a glimpse into their backgrounds. With performances, food, informational booths and a gift shop, there was something to appeal to everyone’s tastes. Most importantly, the Global Festival worked to diminish cultural stereotypes and unite the community, despite the array of different cultural backgrounds. “It’s great to be here because it clears up a lot of misunderstandings,” said Carlton Rolle, a native of the Caribbean who represented one of the 24 regions highlighted at the festival. “People who don’t know much about the Caribbean think it’s just a Bob Marley-esque tourist spot. But really, it’s filled with so many more diverse aspects to learn about.” Rolle explained the significance of Caribbean flags to a group of curious second graders and said the girls, who asked about coconuts and palm trees, helped him realize that the community has a responsibility to learn about other cultures. In the Union ballroom, international performances took the audience on a tour of the globe. The beginning act - a fashion show - featured over 40 models who showcased traditional styles with dazzling and vibrant outfits. Above the stage, a large interactive map showed the proximity between each region and East Lansing. With little standing room in the ballroom, spectators lined the walls and cheered as performers proudly showed off their traditional dances. Graduate student Kavitha Bhaskar said the most exciting part about the Global Festival was preparing the dance along with the other members of the Indian Student Organisation. “I’m really proud to be able to show everyone our culture. I think the Global ¡B iti nue d 0* pm 196 bai Festival kita- : a N i u « B d IftMHI, An'urag Mb and AbhishekGawasane a tSMi t i Sa i ile IndiGlobal M sjSiSt 0 r g a n i z a/fc « n parti c l{fXllfS|rìHH The BiaH I *. nesso c S h eìi'H n 3!|iE|| culture. Vecon i c*Nagy Festival helps people realize that Indian culture is diverse and cannot be stereotyped. There’s so much to learn and love about it,” Bhaskar said. The performances weren’t just for the audience to observe, either. The Modern Greek Club performed four high-energy routines that had the entire room clapping with excitement. For their last number, the club brought audience members to dance with them. “Dancing is a huge part of the Greek culture. We practiced for two months with an instructor, so it was fun to get the audience involved too,” said junior Nick Mimikos. Student groups who didn’t prepare a performance were pleased just to talk to others about their culture. “It’s good to be part of a nationality club because from time to time it’s good to celebrate where you come from,” Amir Khakpour said in between laughing with other members of the Persian Student Association. He was thrilled that their exhibit took the community on a trip to “a mini-Iran”. Although the Persian Student Association participates in soccer tournaments, dances and traditional holidays, Khakpour says it is the Global Festival that helps them reach out to the community. Bit’s part of our culture to promote our culture. We’re always willing to talk about our history and help students who aren’t part of our culture to explore our traditions,’ he said. Overall, Global Festival marked a day of exploring, learning and accepting. The participation of students, families and nationality clubs helped to unite the community and make the festival a true celebration of cultures. PhD student Soroor Soltani of Association iA B B n t K ■ i IH d the tar. I played t a 197 MegumiMurashima perMftms^BIfenaPffwi th the- - uffl & llRi.dentjp! belly dal^aH cl ub. The cnHd enjoyed a variety of s "fl .aftSrnBn'sv ' iSBiiKg’.a' Hire. -,f. mot^Hut the I recites a poem in the cont est HnM a 1 r QUmII Fai ten wasthejudge’sf, vorite winning the title of MSU's Si ajrtIPMay-jMHl’ ■Slph Paulk performs at tlB MSÜ Poety slam in The senior took second p/1»H| W i 1 1 i arr Langford, a junior, was the encee for the ove- nin® Lan '■ own poetry wh i Ie the judoel were addi ng up th^^Kres . 198 mm Ills ■: H I Events: Slam Poetry ■ .-V-- WBm; IB :3m vS Ü MSU’s Slam Poetry Team helps students express their creativity Some may see poetry as nothing more than words scrambled on a page that might rhyme, sometimes. We had to read it in high school, from Robert Frost to Sylvia Plath to Ernest Hemingway to Ezra Pound to Langston Hughes. We had to decipher their metaphors, recognize their assonance and categorize their meter. But to the Michigan State Slam Poetry Team, poetry is more than just words scrambled on a page. It’s an art form, a theatrical experience. The Slam Team has been known to gather a crowd, not just with performers but spectators as well, offering a good social environment to any and all interested in performance poetry. Topics covered in the student poetry mnged from love to anti-love, sex, the 6nvironment, nature and America. “I critique the world a lot in my poetry,” sophomore Drew Fries said. “I like the creativity. I’m a math major, so it’s on the other side of the spectrum for me.” The Slam Team meets weekly, with reading and writing workshops every other week. Slams, or poetry competitions, commence at different places all across campus, from Snyder hall to the MSU Union. Judges are picked from the audience at random, who rate the performance on a scale of one to ten. Typical slams consist of two to three rounds. While many members were part of poetry slam groups in high school, the group always welcomes beginners. “The people are fun. We just hang out and goof around. There’s a lot of camaraderie,” sophomore Will Jones said. “Writing and performing poetry can really show you another side of yourself.” TesXt: J f;f hoto : )eH ' |fi : fes,s Tpp Mfecpi Bet« fili tmi 1 Robi nson lib e r . IrffiSfe» nH Cinei" il andB ans* ng area lfl|Kn.de'nB meander through masses of f'-'lSple ft the Hew \hWpm! evSit Sonl ffflm groised million over its , opening wee.keriJIH Students gather at area movie theaters for the midnight premiere of the Twilight saga’s second installment: “New Moon” Text: fcls M-a W h i t mi' Photo: V|lroniBa Na-gf^ D egi g n Bet .MI A line of students outside NCG Cinema in Lansing poured out the front doors and around the illuminated building on both sides. Not one space was left in the expansive parking lot once the clock hit midnight. Evidently, the brisk November weather wasn’t enough to keep the “Twi- hard” fans away. “I have a feeling this movie will be more exciting than the first, but this line length was unexpected,” said junior Alyssa Hopper. Inside the theater, the story was much the same. Red tape guided the customers along the corridors of the theatre. Every single screen in that theatre premiered “New Moon” at midnight, and fans became anxious as the time grew closer. “We went to the premiere of the first movie and it was nothing like this,” Hopper added. “This is epic.” Many students agreed that the second film of the saga out-per­ formed the first for a number of reasons. Freshman Jess Kusso said, “The first film was very low budget because they weren’t expecting such great success.” Despite the plethora of Twilight-obsessed girls sporting “Team Jacob” or “Team Edward” tees, many weren’t even die-hard fans of the saga. Students claimed coming to the movie on a whim and some were fans of the novels. “I just really like the story,” freshman Jessica Rutkowski said. “(But) the characters are stupid, they don’t stick out.” Yet, even as critics ridiculed the budget and debatable acting, combined with an underdeveloped plotline, the first Twilight film man­ aged to rake in $70 million in its opening weekend in the States, while “New Moon” made $258.8 million worldwide. That put “New Moon” right behind Star Wars Episode III: Revenge of the Sith and ahead of The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King in terms of worldwide opening sales. “It’s just all about an infatuation with forbidden love. It makes the movie more exciting,” sophomore Kim Kon said. “It has such a cult fol­ lowing. Everyone wants to know about it.” Wh New Moon Hffi ■ 'i iioIjS. 1 the hit . f*t, ever^ theat^B •i®ide J the filial In Unless you belong to the Jewish faith, you may not know the story of Hanukkah, despite Adam Sandler’s charming song “The Hanukkah Song.” This is why the Michigan State University Hillel Jewish Center, together with the student organization Jews in Greek Life, puts on a Hanukkah party every year at Club Rush. The party typically includes a DJ, decorations (a giant menorah stands in the middle of the dance floor), and traditional Jewish food, bringing together students all across campus. “We want to show diversity on campus,” said Cindy Hughey, Executive Director of the Hillel Center. “We’re celebrating a minority.” However, the event is open to all students. “Everyone is invited,” said senior Emily Lustig, who has attended the event in previous years. “So we have a diverse mix of traditions here.” Special events at the gathering included a raffle, $25 gift cards, and donations set up to adopt a family of 12 for Hanukkah. “The holidays are all about giving to the community,” said senior Hilary Gorosh. “It’s actually a family tradition of mine to get a present and give it to charity and I think this event reflects that.” Bringing the holiday to the community is one of the Tift: J^'iœxWhiraHTl Ph®o:ç^&’iga Treais Befpy Ber goals of the Hillel Center and Jews in Greek Life. “Hanukkah is usually a holiday celebrated in the home,” Hughey said. “We wanted to change that.’IM Jewish students at MSU come together to celebrate Hanukkah Jews in Greek Life and the Hillel Center events are not strictly limited to the holiday season. In the spring, they host a bat mitzvah party for Sparty, along with various other events. “It’s unfortunate that people just look at the holiday itself,” said senior Andrew Izzo. “I don’t think they see the spirit behind it. Maybe this event can change that.” Jj MSI) students'a wi t.h Jews i n] g a n u k kah Party at Club ; Rush. Hriends SDent time 'chasSnq at the eiint. Kat; 5 i-.T SiìlH P a tes git raltib f B e n ds. St u d ept;S:BMìgMe d beside the PMith r e f r e s h m e n t s . O “Lachès«j||f|3t” performed! together ffl|Hpect of the Haiti g roupt*ensembles j je^dæ and Hr i us colt ' 1 heels. consisted of black tops, T a i » Performi ng at the People’s Church. “Ladles Fgl^ffl’ joined other A |jib';en.ef i^^mcerra for TjiH Prior to the concert, $591wascollected: I^H skhgoers. Events: Haiti Relief Concert Teig Jfjcob Kanal erz Photo: Veronica Naga Design: Brendan Prost I o n ii » R i State of Fifths, other groups team up with UNICEF at MSU to support Haiti It sometimes takes a devastating tragedy to bring people together, but when they do, harmony can happen in more than one way. Thanks to the efforts of two student groups on campus, the Haiti Relief Concert held at the People’s Church in East Lansing on Feb. 12 raised over $1,600 to send directly to Haiti after the devastating earthquake that rocked the country on Jan. 12. The idea for the concert came from MSU a cappella group “State of Fifths.” The event was put on with the help of the UNICEF (United Nations Children’s Fund) at the university. “State of Fifths” performed alongside other campus a cappella groups such as “Ladies First” and “Capital Green”, as well as an Oakland University group “Gold Vibrations.” “Children don’t have a voice; they don’t usually have a voice especially in situations where resources are scarce. They need to be stood up for,” Bick said. Plus, she liked the idea of doubling the money made through UNICEF, thanks to a pledge by the George Harrison Fund to match the amount of money made at the relief concert to give to UNICEF, who would then send it to Haiti. Despite the unfortunate circumstances that the concert took place under, the night was filled with fun and good cheer. There were plenty of songs performed to lift the spirits of those shaken by the tragedy. “Capital Green” singer and senior Selame Scarlet said her group tried to find songs that would inspire hope for the future. Senior Heather Bick, music director for the “[In the song] ‘Shadowfeet,’ the lyrics ‘When “State of the Fifths” and the brainchild of the event was just another person who wasn’t sure how to help after the earthquake. “When things were going on around me, not being politically involved, not being able to do anything about tragedies in the world, it’s very frustrating not being able to help because you don’t have the skill set,” Bick said. the world has fallen out from under me/l’ll be found in you,”’ Scarlet said. “It gives that hope that we need, especially for Haitian people.” Between acts, Reverend Dr. Gary Autry, the People’s Church Campus Minister, got up and announced the final figures made from sales that night, which was well applauded by the healthy crowd occupying the pews. “I was sick of doing nothing, so I decided to “It made me very happy,” Bick said, take a venue I knew. I know music,” she said. Bick stumbled upon senior Rachel Roy’s Facebook page, who also happens to be the president of UNICEF on campus, and a simple phone call got things going. Roy then found the venue and brought T-Shirts to selH With a lot of charities currently active with Haiti fundraisers, Bick had a good reason in mind when she chose UNICEF. referring to the announcement. “God was on our side tonight.” It’s one thing to say that Bick and the rest of her fellow singers sang together in harmony on multiple occassions through different songs, making for wonderful and pleasant sounds. But the harmony achieved by working together and the sharing of talents for a greater good was the best performance of the night. mm I 205 ■ ■ Senior Morgan 1 i to Haiti V i c-E.i mS ' ■ j^3wa^B™||n the at the the Beaumont ®Ker. Fhe turn - out of the arge r i 9 T d '2^m'' i",. Events: Haiti Earthquake Vigil Text: Ja»b Kanclerz PfiogM Veronica Nagy Defii gn: B!fS|r Eber Students gather for a candlelight vigil in memory of Haiti earthquake victims On a chilly night in January, the chiming bells of the Beaumont Tower rang out across campus. However, the familiar tunes and melodies were replaced by a more somber sound. A single ominous bell, striking 12 times, symbolized the 12 days into the New Year when tragedy struck the last place that needed one. That’s why a small but steady contingent of students and faculty gathered beneath Beaumont to pay their respects to a disaster that left the people of Haiti homeless and concerned people around the world helpless. On Jan. 12, the island country of Haiti, the poorest in the Western Hemisphere, was rocked by a 7.0 magnitude earthquake, the largest there in a century. The earthquake tore apart the weak infrastructure and single-handedly dismantled the capital and main city, Port-au-Prince. Despite the initial quake lasting a mere 30 seconds, the death toll continued to rise as authorities tried to pull apart the rubble. 230,000 were eventually confirmed dead. Inspired by the continuous stream of devastating images from Haiti, the university’s Center for Latin American and Caribbean Studies and the Caribbean Student Association (CSA) hosted the Help Haiti Heal discussion panel at the International Center and the candlelight vigil that followed. With small, white candles in hand and flanked by several TV cameras and crews, a crowd of 40-plus stood below the tower as several well-known speakers expressed their condolences for Haiti and its victims. “We ask what we can do, because we can’t answer why,” Lou Anna K. Simon, MSU president, said. Accompanying Simon included Lee June, vice president and associate provost of the university and Victor W. Loomis, mayor of East Lansing. With Haiti being so far away, it was hard for students to get involved with helping out more than just donating $10 through a special text messaging service set up by the Red Cross. For some, being at the vigil was the most they could do. “I don’t know how to help, so I thought I would come here and pray a little, send some good thoughts towards the way of Haiti,” junior Kelly Smith said. Luckily for Smith, the CSA had many bold plans for action. During the discussion panel before the vigil, many ideas were talked about as possible ways to get the campus involved. The CSA considered organizing a benefit concert featuring Caribbean artists that could raise money for the cause. Also, members of the CSA discussed setting up a specific project for full MSU-wide participation, like taking care of an individual school by sending textbooks. In the meantime, as efforts to organize fundraising were still underway, there wasn’t much more students could do to show their support. Senior Rachel Moore did exactly that by showing up for the candlelight vigil. “I actually have a friend who has family in Haiti, and I kind of wanted to support him and at the same time support the cause,” said Moore, who is friends with freshman Terry Pharaon, a native Haitian who spoke at the vigil. After Pharaon spoke, a quick prayer was said and the group observed a moment of silence, leading to the toll of the bell. Afterward, the Haitian national anthem was proudly played through a small speaker. Although the crowd couldn’t relate to the unfamiliar tune, the concerned students and faculty there could relate to the sadness felt by the tragedy of Haiti. They could only be there to give a little of their time, a little of their money, a prayer or two and the sending of hopeful thoughts toward Haiti. Kl ia» Erin Newby, E r i c a Newby, and BBt.t.aiB Collins ne just n »nSpih I -fttendanckI for the CmAhm' u E 9 by students and Ea^j ■naar r muni ty me lifers Hi Sophomore def f||ä Denison PÌ3SBÉT ':^X ' one-on-one MiM ba111e. Members pa i red ri'Ti HflHd i n ||^MrndmejlB Bh styles ágtfor fmir MIIBB rilT' dj! S' SB ■ sgi , Break Dance Cl ub presi dent during a performance.flS^M h a s been - t^B^J -half s hi s r and J pri ori ty. « sii ** Ü Ml MSU Break Dance Club a place for competition and learning It was a quiet, relaxing evening at the upper gym at IM Circle until the shoes dropped. to be in that attack mode, as opposed to being in that showcase mode.” One by one, shoes piled up in the middle of the Although the club represents something very hardwood floor. The excitement in the room built. There was no going back now. The shoes were then paired off and thrown to the side. The one-on-one was about to begin. The ensuing “shoe battle” was just another typical session night for the MSU Break Dance Club. The owners of the shoes that were paired together would have to have a dance battle, with only one competitor moving onto the next round. Everyone had a shot to win the grand prize, a very exclusive two dollar bill that one member happened to find. The relatively chill atmosphere combined with increasing interest in break dancing on a mainstream level, thanks to shows like America’s Best Dance Crew, helped spin the Break Dance Club into existence back in the fall of 2007. Starting with just six members, the group now boasts at least 100 strong. Beside working on new moves and teaching new members the basics, the club prepares for performances around campus like Cultural Rogue, Lunar New Year and Latin Xplosion.The club also goes out and battles other crews from Michigan and around the country, usually in a 4-on-4 or 5-on-5 matchup. Dancers have to have a whole new mindset when it comes to battles. “In the event of an actual battle, we train really hard because the atmosphere is completely different,” said junior Adithya Kosgi, president of the club. “We train competitive, there still is an abundance of newcomers that join every year, one being junior Eric Sarb, who joined the first semester the club started. Sarb thinks that break dancing can be for anyone and everyone who wants to join. ||iwhat most people don’t know about Break Dance Club is that you don’t need any amount of experience to join Break Dance Club,” Sarb said. “I knew absolutely nothing of breaking, and the first night I showed up, some of the guys taught me the basics, and I was hooked from that night on.” Although the club harbors brotherly love and friendly confines for all its members, all bets were off during the one-on-one. For four grueling rounds, each longer than the last, dancers would spin, flip, jump and get right into their opponent’s face, stopping to pose to the delight of the crowd. When a move was made, much love was given by the bystanders, all the while clapping to the bassy hip-hop beat blasted via mini speakers. Regardless of whether they can spin on their heads or not, the members of the club seemed to not only have found a passion, but a friend base they can rely on, and learn from. “The club itself is like an experience,” Kosgi said. “You meet so many people from so many different backgrounds. Everybody there shares the same passion, and we all feed off each other.” Break Dance Club. interested i| break da he i^Haire i ' aged to , t la eK 1 ®fr ewd 1 of ng experience. 209 MSlpk. ■ H — MBS '% i M*. Still — ^ »S ii ■ iliiillll^ l Wm - ì||||ÉÉHnMj^BÉMÌ ■É ¡¡fim iS 1 »1 Sophomore Rob h e i s e r and li brother PE I ■•on thei«BM^yS at Union. Joe stayed with hi■§«er yori Li 1 ’ Sibs Weekend so up i ce f i shi ng ! ’’ S fa n w a s 210 Erica Treais-; Sophomore John .Ferguson snaps a SMtilff his sister, FI izabeth, *1' freshmen C a i 11 i n Hummel and together wi th tneir friend Jaoqiin Snoeck at the rock. The group err joyed ‘ the sunny weather during the Arid'’f w Catte1", sea v ¡fffffMwri > Fyphm|,iyy']||itjyji Ijp^ 1®tleiS^& Ma'r||y^Bst pai||^*ipr i sbee i nth B.njKjH Marim.’'S||eK^j^^Mityyd to ns h ylHe Si i ¡JT1 every day 1eadi ng up to Li 1 ’ e:e k’ei d. Elise E§flre ■lise Lefere ■ iifBS WI Events: Li IT Si bs Weekend Spartans invite their siblings for a fun-filled weekend at MSU Laser tag, inflatable Twister and life- sized games of Trouble brought over 2,000 students and siblings to the Union on Feb. 5. The event kicked off the annual LiT Sibs Weekend, presented by the University Activities Board. Inside the Union, an N*SYNC song stimulated an energetic crowd in line for laser tag. Waiting for over an hour were freshman BreannaTodd and her 12-year-old brother, Lukas. Breanna often visits home, but Lukas said visiting MSU gave him an exciting glimpse into college life. “I definitely want to go here one day,” Lukas said, who stayed in his sister’s dorm at Synder-Phillips. “I liked meeting Breanna’s friends and seeing how everything on campus is so close.” UP Sibs Weekend attracted more than just future Spartans. Senior Christina Kenerich brought her 3-year-old nephew who played shuffleboard with a group of kids. As her fourth and last year participating in UP Sibs Weekend, Kenerich said the variety of activities makes the weekend worthwhile. “We plan on bowling later and then we’re definitely going to tour the Breslin tomorrow,” she said. “The best part is seeing the excitement, and every year there’s something different to do.” Those seeking a challenge braved the cold on Feb. 6 to partake in the fourth annual UP Sibs Weekend scavenger hunt. Families were given six clues to guide them around campus, ending at the Breslin for an exclusive tour of the men’s and women’s locker rooms. Although some families chose to leisurely explore campus, freshman Alex Campbell and her siblings entered the scavenger hunt with their eyes on the prize. “We think we have a chance of winning,”” said Campbell, who hoped to be one of the three recipients of a Spartan prize bag. “Our plan is to run as fast as we can.” Whether they created spin-art in the Union, dashed across campus to be the first to complete a scavenger hunt or simply ate in the cafeteria, Spartans proved they know how to show their siblings a fun time. 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Among the bigger companies that were present were IBM, AT&T and Frito Lays. “There really is no protocol as to how long you are at each booth,” Fifarek said. “It’s all up to you because it’s pretty much on how your first impression goes.” The fair was seperated into two different areas. The main room held most of the employers, while a separate room featured technical jobs. A wide range of people attended the event; some were looking to find that perfect summer internship, others were soon-to-be graduates preparing for life outside of MSU and feeling the pressure of finding a job. “This is the fourth or fifth career fair I’ve attended and feel like this is one of the bigger ones,” said physics graduate student Rahul Ragunathan. “I think the current economic situation really makes this event a lot more crowded, but above all it’s just useful to come here and network with some good employers.” Another student, junior Mark Sun, was just looking to get a foot in the door and make some contacts with some possible employers. “I’ve been to three career fairs and I was definitely not expecting this one to be as crowded as it is,” Sun said. “There is a lot of pressure for students coming out of college to have a job and there isn’t a lot of jobs available right now. It’s good to have an opportunity to talk to companies who may be hiring.” Judging by the activity at the Diversity Career Fair, it looks like employers had better be prepared to deal with a lot of potential employees, because the tough economic times don’t seem to be discouraging many students at Michigan State University. ■ ■ ■ T eMt : C o 1 by B e r B m e Photo : El Belli gn: lirem J Lefere H Emi ly Young Haskell perffSHscene at thei r final ie classic earsal . can play would open the following n®hf at A iBm TJllatB. BacksKge, MiHyla BoKlml p:'pl|^HS f ^S^r R MPkw . pl»ed the r;ol 1 of Olga; HU MSU Theatre Department portrays a dynamic family on-stage and off Proving that money doesn’t necessarily buy “The show was entirely based on family and happiness, the Michigan State Department of Theatre explored the bright side of things in their production of You Can’t Take it With You. The production features the Sycamores, a happy-go-lucky family of three generations living under the same roof in a midst of financial difficulties. Performed in the Arena Theatre of the Auditorium Jan. 28 to Feb. 7, the production drew a crowd not only of MSU students, but also residents of East Lansing. The stage was set in arena format, allowing the audience a close proximity to the actors. “That set up really challenged me to always stay in character,” said Andrew Harvey, a grad student who played Ed in the play and also teaches Theatre 101 and an IAH course. The cast consisted of a blend of freshman to graduate students, theatre majors to non-majors. ‘The freshman reminded me of myself,” said Harvey. “I took them under my wing. We formed a bond. I mentored them into not only the ways of theatre, but also into the ways of college in general.” The cast came together the week before winter break and after the holiday, practiced every night for four hours in preparation for opening weekend at the end of January. the atmosphere transferred into our process really well,” said Andrew Faber, a sophomore in the Residential College of Arts and Humanities for theatre and acting. The Department of Theatre brought in a guest director for You Can’t Take it With You, John Lepard of Williamston Theatre. According to students, he offered a new perspective on the characters that made the family bond evident. “A director like John is really good at bringing out the subtleties and strengths in people to make a show good,” Faber said. “I love that about theatre. It’s more than real life. It’s heightened reality. You can never really lose yourself but you can experience something new with every role you may not have been able to experience otherwise.” But that family atmosphere wasn’t entirely an act. It can be applied to the entire Michigan State Department of Theatre. »Everybody works together to do the best they can. Overall, it’s a welcoming and helpful experience,” Faber said. “Everyone puts themselves out there, but not for individual attempts at stardom. There are few people fighting to put other people down in order to get up.” 1 extrjHePsi •!■]'a11 of Open B.nterjg? ■V# dual ampli f«i er®8H tpj perform liis sol o. The band played a three-song set,Huffing acousti wT^^'i.va th a-r-*1 jazz sound. k - jW jT* to-back h 1 Heath Williamson af Battle of thg^anSHH IPfchK^SmembeftMof the band Bashful ArS||f^M The Blue Effect’s mix of smooth jazz and soft rock win over crowd The 8th annual “Battle Of The Bands” here at MSU went to the underdogs this year, with repeat contenders The Blue Effect winning over the hearts of both the audience and the judges at the end of a long, musical evening filled with heart, sweat and song. “It was really a pleasant surprise for all of us,” band member Will Jones said about their victory. “We didn’t even place among the finalists last year.” The Blue Effect’s winning mix of smooth jazz and soft rock was just one example of the varied artistic talents that took to the spotlight that night on Feb. 27 at the International Center. Their line-up of songs also won the coveted “Audience Favorite” vote. The runner-up was 4-man band Loune, their musical style a distinct throwback to the iconic work of The Beatles. Third place went to The Hangers On, who threw the audience into a frenzy with their head­ banging heavy metal repertoire. Ten different bands vied for victory that night, altogether showcasing a colorful palette of local musical talent here at MSU. There were the crooning, soulful sounds of Bashful Antics, the synthesized vocals of Past The Pacific, and a lyrical, piano rock performance by Alco. Open To Interpretation and Wine Me Up injected a dose of classic rock into the lineup, while Banana Fever and Epic Fail worked the audience up with their extremely animated performances. “It’s definitely a lot of fun for us to be back out here again,” Jones said. “There’s just a lot of support and camaraderie between all these different groups backstage, so it doesn’t even feel like a competition at all. It’s cool how we can all just come together here and make amazing art like this.”1 v Each band on display had a dedicated posse of fans, who came just to watch their favorite artists play. There was no small amount of cheering, hooting and screaming, and crowds of fans (as well as members of other bands) would gather at the space before the stage to show their support and dance along to their favorite musical pieces. “We had a lot of fun tonight,” Jones said. “We’ll definitely be trying out again next year.” The event was organized by MSU’s University Activities Board, and sponsored by the Marshall Music Company and MetroPCS. Jones said that interested individuals could download and sample The Blue Effect’s music for free at http:// theblueeffect.bandcamp.com. drinks a beer without an issue. -SjMirSj ■ in S t. P a ' i i cks d ay , a n d h u 1 a - h^B;ñ'g P^'i'-™ K a S w a n t e k cilebratesher victory in f 1 ip cup over her rariBH •^TrôiflB-ïia#r. Thei r^yH’f&rSa'ÿ WÊ j games. For MSU students, St. Patrick’s Day is like Christmas. Traditionally, Spartans rise with the sun to prove that it doesn’t have to be football season for them to bleed green. And this year was no different. Bars opened early, house parties raged and students gave cheers with green beer. As early as 7 a.m., spirited bar-goers crowded East Lansing to take part in breakfast buffets and drink specials. Among them was junior Michelle Rutecki, who crawled out of bed to turn St. Patty’s Day into an all-day celebration. “It’s been a wild time. We started at Dublin, and then went to Harper’s, and then to Lou and Harry’s. Everyone is going crazy and the bars are so packed,” she said. Rutecki later attended four house parties and celebrated until midnight. Meeting new friends made this year unforgettable, but she said MSU does it big every year. Sophomore Harrison Hall agreed. ‘The reason it’s such a big holiday for Michigan State is that for one, it’s a reason to drink on a week day, and who doesn’t love that?” Hall said. “And number two, everyone wears green.” Hall and his 15 roommates hosted an open party at their house. The sun shined, music blared and guests played beer pong, flip cup and drank out of a two-story beer bong. “We probably have about 300 people here,” Hall said. “Earlier we had close to 30 people on our roof. That’s probably against city ordinance, but it was fun.” As the day progressed, festivities turned East Lansing into a sea of green. But sophomore Allyson White, a server at Harper’s, was one of the unfortunate souls who didn’t get to paint the town with Irish cheer. Instead, she went to work at 6 a.m. “It’s a pretty cheerful atmosphere in there right now. There’s even been a few bagpipers,” White said on her break. “We let people in at 6:45 a.m. I can’t believe how many people wanted to drink that early.” As the day came to an end, some stumbled home and others refilled their solo cups and continued to party. Irish or not, students were already counting down the days until they could take part in St. Patrick’s Day shenanigans once again. “I can’t wait for next year already,” Rutecki said. SJeronffla NaPw m nn LnJ linll MSU partakes in St. Patrick’s Day festivités Angie Jackson y holSp|fflroniira Nagy, Ma Treais i V ® 1 ma r De s «n : When competition arises, students use extra-curriculars to pack their resumes Being an Animal Science major at a Veterinary Medical College on a campus that has numerous dairy, sheep and other agricultural farms obviously has its benefits, but when the Vet-Med students look to their graduate programs, which only accept about 100 students, they know the need to have a competitive edge. The Pre-Veterinary Medicine Association [PVMA] and its approximately 260 members work closely with the college to provide that edge. “Its difficult being pre-vet because its so competitive, only 110 students are accepted [at Michigan State], so everyone is trying to get involved,” junior Jeremy Shaba said. “It is about the grades, but they also look to see if you had any leadership roles or field experience.” Shaba is one of the fundraising co-chairs for PVMA. Some of fundraisers that PVMA and the College of Veterinary Medicine put on is the dog-wash, Vet-A-Visit and Vet-Ward-Bound. “A lot of the opportunities in the college come through this club [PVMA],” Shaba said. “We do wet labs, like dog training and suture on bananas. There are also research opportunities, like right now I work on a dairy research project. Its getting me more experience and it makes me a better person for seeing something other maybe haven’t seen.” Being a part of PVMA at Michigan State means more than just dedicating some time to a club, its something that members really take pride in because of the prestigious reputation that the club has. “Potential employers see it and know you're serious so opportunities fall into your lap more," senior Tasha Likavec said. “ We’re one of the largest pre-vet clubs, every year we go to a national pre-vet symposium, we select only 60 members to go and we are always one of the largest groups there. We have a really good reputation.” Although PVMA sponsors lots of activities that are beneficial to the students, the members of the club really help enhance the amount of exposure the other members get. “Most opportunities we generate ourselves, everybody knows people and brings back their experiences to share with everybody,” Likavec said. “We get a lot of attention not just from Michigan State’s Veterinary Graduate Program but also from other veterinary schools.” j | In addition to the prestige both PVMA and the College of Veterinary Medicine create positive environments for the students to work through their undergraduate degrees. “Its nice to be at a school with lots of other pre-vet students because it allows yo| to network early with other pre-vet students’ senior Christ Bailey said. “Its also easier to find a variety of experiences on campus.” Student performers show theig pride for Latin America 3 It might have been a cold day in February, but the collaboration of performances at the Latin Xplosion “Carnaval” set the Auditorium ablaze with passion. On Feb. 19, Cultural de las Razas Unidas hosted the 15th annual Latin Xplosion and proved that their version of a carnival has nothing to do with balloons and cotton candy. The high-energy celebration of Latin American culture showcased dances, songs, fashion shows and poetry representative of various countries such as Puerto Rico, Mexico and Venezuela. For over two hours, the stage exploded with excitement and highlighted the diversity of each region. “We hope people learn a little about our cultures and say, ‘Wow, I never knew Latin America had so much talent,’” said sophomore Abilene Ochoa, co-chair of the planning committee. With a $13,000 budget, the committee aimed to enhance this year’s Latin Xplosion by recruiting diverse acts from Western Michigan, Grand Valley State and even California. Tgxt: Angie •■.rPÄic» El 1 i ji gn : lifenèteri PiSt “Everyone’s nerves were high lining up backstage, but we went out there and had so much fun,” said Grand Valley senior Katie Brinks after performing a Brazilian and African-inspired dance with her troupe “Sambrosisimo.” While each act featured a tradition unique to a specific country, performers radiated a shared sense of Latin American pride. “The committee made a huge effort to incorporate all different cultures into the performances,” said senior Crystal Stoll, who recited two poems addressing Latin American stereotypes. Her poems resonated the message that although Latin America is home to many diverse cultures, “we are all beautiful people.” “I’m a bi-racial Latina, so I’ve experienced both worlds and was always judged for not being Latina enough. But I’m not afraid to speak out and make changes,” Stoll said. As her last year participating in Latin Xplosion, she is happy to leave behind a community of positive, Latino student leaders. And when you mix student leaders with cultural pride, the possibilities are endless. “We want to give people the opportunity to experience our culture,” Brinks said. “We’re not just dancing, we’re promoting cultural awareness in order to make a change.” . ' i n and i|51 i dance at the Lati|B|p|Ifflon Carnaval. They feraBrnJ of Student tion dance group Uni vers~ty. , * mm pf Beto Gudino from the rock costa Mesa, California plays ’3||T at Latin EflH|H)n. His b a n d «a Mich jan to take part in the. H I il 4É ■ tradii tár T' i _ ’ The Domi ni HlieBMup 3 n I X|£ó|pl^.tajia- KiigenStStakeâprt in •fcfie LalSn XplosìBmwìt3a Pp&^St rne^fentìela SA t*gBg,di^Mprii hSjje atf Mi chi ailBstatelBiwlEi ty. MSU music students present an updated rendition of The Bard’s classic tragedy Loud tropical shirts, pinstriped suits, and 80’s hairdos aren’t exactly the first thing that comes to mind when one mentions Shakespearean tragedies. Yet, the MSU College of Music incorporated all of that and more into their stunning operatic rendition of one of The Bard’s most well-known tales of star-crossed lovers: “Romeo and Juliet”. The opera rendition of the play, titled “Romeo Et Juliette,” was written by Charles Gounod, the man famous for composing the 19th-century opera “Faust.” Gounod’s rendition of the famous Shakespearean tragedy first premiered in Paris in 1867, and was a huge success on its first night. The MSU College of Music, however, decided to throw an interesting twist in their presentation of Gounod’s opera, by setting it against a backdrop of Miami Beach in the 1980s. While the Romeo and Juliet of the original play descended from two powerful but feuding aristocratic families, the titular characters in this rendition are portrayed as the scions of two rival mafia families. Professor Melanie Helton, the director and Telt- . hotoi: ' Daign: B«y Eber isaac Hee i JH i JlBl producer, said that she chose that particular setting because she thought it fit incredibly well with the scenario presented in Shakespeare’s play. “If you think about Miami Beach in the 80’s, it was pretty much a drug culture, with warring families, groups and gangs vying for control, so it made sense to me,” she said. “Plus, I like the updating of it because it makes the actors feel very natural with themselves.” Helton also said that funding was a deciding issue for this decision, as it was much cheaper to obtain 80’s vintage clothing and set props than to custom- make period costumes for the cast members and to recreate Elizabethan-era backdrops. The opera was divided into two acts with an intermission in between. The dialogue remained incredibly true to the lines of Shakespeare’s original work, and the performers’ renditions of the characters even offered some very interesting interpretations of the motives and deeds of the individuals involved in the original play - a treat, if you will, for audience members who were intimately familiar with the work of The Bard. Helton praised the cast members for their stellar performances, stating that she was incredibly proud of their efforts. “I’m always proud of them. They (the cast members) are all undergraduates, and this is some pretty difficult stuff, but they really shined,” she said. “This particular production has a group of graduating seniors that has been our most extraordinary yet, in all my time here.” p ew ° rm a Theis curl?] h e r h a i r b e f o r e t h e e i| and Juliet. Ann Marie If," performance and Hgffl education major. 232 Kazakh students put on cultural festivities to celebrate Spring, regional heritage It is graduation day at MSU. Two longtime friends must part. One heads to Kazakhstan, his home country. After some deliberation, his other friend travels to visit him in Kazakhstan, where he finds himself right in the middle of the cultural festival known as Nawriz, and that’s where the adventures begin. Thus was the scene at the Nawriz 2010 Spring Festival held at the Wharton Center’s Pasant Theatre. The fictional scenario between the two friends became the ongoing storyline during the show, between fabulous dances and performances put on by a multitude of cultures that celebrate Nawriz. Nawriz, known as the Central Asian New Year, is celebrated on the vernal equinox every year by the diverse region that includes Kazakhstan, Turkey, Iran and many other smaller countries surrounding Kazakhstan. Put on by the Kazakh Student Association for the third year, the event not only rings in the New Year and marks the beginning of spring but also serves to celebrate the diverse and proud culture of those who observe Nawriz, and also show off the lifestyle of Kazakhstan, the ninth largest country in the world. “Through Nawriz we want to show the culture of Kazakh­ stan, its traditions, its dances, songs, people, costumes, every part of the culture,” senior Mikhail Assafov said, a member of the association and a performer in the event’s final song. “We want people at MSU to know more about Kazakhstan.” Assafov talked about how the biggest misunderstand­ ing about Kazakh culture is thanks in large part to the movie “Borat” starring Sascha Baron Cohen that was released in 2006. Because of that movie, a stereotype was created for a nation that was barely known to most people in the United States. “Each of us had different feelings about it,” Assafov said. “Personally, yes, I was offended. Some of the parts of the movie didn’t show Kazakhstan as it is in real life.” With the start-up of the Kazakh Student Association in 2006, their main role has been to dispel those stereotypes about Kazakhstan through the promotion of the real Kazakh­ stan. Movies produced in Kazakhstan were shown to students, and with the annual tradition of Nawriz starting in 2007, it has helped in large part to redefine the way Americans may see the Kazakh way of life. From the very beginning to the end, there was absolutely no trace of the outlandish shenanigans depicted inlBorat.”' Instead, there were several varieties of dances performed in vibrant colors and traditional outfits to upbeat music of both old-fashioned and new-age styles. One performance featured a special duet of two people playing the traditional Kazakh musical instrument, the Dom- byra. Shaped like a small guitar, sounding like a lower-toned ukulele and played at a breakneck banjo-like speed, the two­ stringed instruments were played with excellent precision and sported wonderful melodies. The breathtaking performance was one of many that left the almost-capacity crowd at the Wharton roaring with applause. Another traditional dance was called “Atkumarkyz,” also referred to as the “Jockey Girls” in the event. The dancers bore colorful vests and hats and danced around with horse whips in their hands. Gaukhar Nurseitova, a junior and the director of P.R. for the association explained there is a lot of significance behind this dance honoring horses. “Kazakhs are from steppes, and horse is really big part of our lives, especially in ancient times, so all the Kazakhs are known as horse-rider,” Nurseitova said. “Our dance tries to represent the power of horse.” Between the traditional, serious dances put on by the pas­ sionate performers, the two friends and their companions from the first skit would come in and introduce the next act in a blunt and corny sort of way, which gave the show a light-hearted feel­ ing. Nurseitova explained there was an idea behind these antics. “All the dances were more of a cultural thing, but we wanted to connect it to modern stuff,” Nurseitova said. “It’s not all about our past, and we’re all part of American life now, so we tried to create something more interesting for people.” Either way, the main focus was for people to get in touch with the Kazakhstan beyond “Borat” and shed some light on a region in the world that, while still relatively new politically, is home to a history of ancient traditions. “One of the things we notice is that Central Asian coun­ tries don’t get promoted as much as other Eastern Asian or European countries,” junior Ruslan Mursalzade said, an MC for the event. “So we wanted to reach out to the community and tell these people that [Central Asian countries] have a beautiful culture.” While the people who missed out on this experience may still be unaware about what Kazakhstan and the Central Asian countries are all about, the fairly decent-sized amount of people that celebrated Nawriz with the Kazakhs this year saw that beauty and had a good time experiencing it as well. p;gp -feMpl d It® 9' -I., during f awriz. th j atfl MsMebiaWiM was put ran b‘||tlfe n, t5lff|| n t s Nawri £s celebrated in aif|aj (jjaB ll Students share why an alternative spring While many students were beach-bound this spring break, senior Keith Bouck ventured to South Dakota to benefit a cause more mean­ ingful to him than sipping mojitos. Having spent his vacation renovating homes on an Indian Reservation, Bouck is among hundreds who chose to immerse themselves in a week of service, social issues and culture on alternative spring break vacations. “The experience was insane,” said Bouck, co-chair of MSU’s Alternative Spring Break program. “We went to Todd County, which is the fifth poorest in the nation. It didn’t even feel like part of the United States.” After going on five trips, Bouck has had many eye-opening experi­ ences. He worked at a rehabilitation center in Georgia, spent time with residents at an HIV/ AIDS facility in New Orleans, and said each service project helped develop his passion for volunteering. “It has completely changed me. Now I world. Services trips focus on one of seven social issues, including education, health or the environ­ ment, and it seems there isn’t one person who comes back without a life-altering experience. “Without my trip I wouldn’t have thought of joining the Peace Corp,” said junior Peter Kidd, who is thinking of applying after col­ lege. “I gained motivation to help people in my career.” Kidd volunteered at a wildlife preserve in Puerto Rico this year, where he planted, painted beach markers and chopped acres of milkweed. He said using a machete and holding a tarantula for the first time were more thrilling experiences than spending his spring break in party-mode. Trip prices range from $300 to $1,225, which includes the cost of food, housing and transportation. Senior and co-chair Tiffany Chritz, who has worked in homeless shelters across the nation, said the life-long friendships that are made are priceless. definitely want to volunteer after college,” Bouck said. “Going to different cultures, you realize a lot about yourself.” This year, 23 groups left East Lansing to make a difference in communities around the “You’re thrown into an experience with 11 people you don’t know who have the same Intentions as you,” she said, “and you end up leaving with friends and knowing the huge impact you made.” The men and women of Sigina Phi Epsilon, !■ wm to a Bol^Hh ey song. The groups jamffid. to rasta and ska music during Songfest. The men of [ Iti Chi a: Fiji performed v*hEb Phi Greek ifMkM Songfest. The SeBb danced Ho Hong: such as ” Doi ' t Stop Bn JsSm the t in' m m Wm Eri gaBIKteHs. Every time the lights dimmed, euphoric shouts were heard throughout the packed auditorium. With each performance at MTV Fundraising Night, fraternities and sororities came together to cheer on their teams, and for them, it finally felt like Greek Week. “I believe that the Greek community really comes together throughout the week,” sophomore Hillary Russell saidi'You see some of your friends from other houses that you might not see as much.” Every spring, a sorority, one large fraternity and a smaller fraternity collaborate to form a Greek Week team. The teams compete against each other trying to raise money for different organizations. This year, the week kicked off with a blood drive to help victims of the earthquake in Haiti. The next major event was on Wednesday, April 7 at the auditorium. The Greek community came together to celebrate the MTV Fundraising Night by putting on a music and dance performance from each participating team. Each act lasted about five minutes, and the crowd reacted with excitement and passion while watching members of their fraternity or sorority compete. “MTV night is a really cool event,” Russell said. “It’s great to get to come and hang out with everyone from the Greek community and get to see people performing on stage.” The highlight of the entire week, however, was the nightlong Relay For Life event at the Jenison Field House on April 9. The 20-hour walkathon is an annual event that raises money for cancer foundations. “This is probably the most special event this week because a lot of us know cancer survivors, and I would definitely say that this event is the one that all of us look forward to the most,” said Diane Western, the Greek Week coordinator. “All the proceeds from tonight (the Relay For Life) will be split up between the American Cancer Society and some other charities thafc we have chosen,” she said. Each of the 36 Greek chapters participating was required to have two members walking on the field house track in shifts at any time throughout the night. Meanwhile, the organizers conducted a series of activities and games to keep the rest of the participants occupied. Claire Kolumban, the Relay For Life coordinator, said that the teams involved would be awarded points based on the amount of money that they managed to raise for charity, as well as their performances in the various games and events taking place through the night. Kolumban said that while the winning tearii would be honored at the award ceremony at the end of Greek Week, they would not receive any prizes. “It’s not about winning a trophy,” she said. “It’s about us giving back to the surrounding community. That’s all that matters.” The crux of the nightlong event was the luminary ceremony at 9 p.m. where participants heard speeches from cancer survivors, held a candlelight vigil and observed a moment of silence for cancer patients and victims of the disease. “I’m not going to be getting any sleep tonight,” Kolumban said. “But I don’t mind at all. Cancer doesn’t sleep, so why should I?” 1 ■‘There are so many people out there who have had sleepless nights worrying about a friend or a loved one with cancer. I don’t think going one night without sleep is too much of a sacrifice to make on my part,” Kolumban said. Greek Week, according to Western, was perhaps the best example of what happens when the Greek community at the university combines their efforts towards a common goal- “When we come together, we are such a positive force to the community, and I think that’s something that more people should pay attention to,” she said. Greeks unite to celebrate, give back to the community Text: IfolbV Be&1iKnie, Isaac Hee P wto : K-tafffl D® ’ gr : Betsy Eller 238 MBBi" fflBBmHh-f-tvUMf d.epar|f| fSr: the! Mid-Wem EKqtlsn¿flWSBnlMijiKhin. ThisBsesrBa Izzo's sixth j-jil i Tff-r q run for the national championsh j i’ Mi mm i T ej| t: C o 1 b® ijMiiie i na St#n Design: Jessila Halffprd PhHt'O 240 MSU Students send men’s basketball team to Indiana for another Final Four game For the second straight year, the Michigan State University community spent the later days of March bleeding green in preparation for the Final Four. “I am fired up,” Vinnie Lindqvist said. “I got my Final Four T-shirt from the Student Bookstore already, and I am ready for the whole weekend of festivities.” On Wednesday, March 31, the team departed at 3 p.m. from the Breslin Center with about 150 fans sending them off to Indianapolis to compete in this year’s Final Four. Preparation for the a weeklong celebration began the previous Sunday, when the team arrived home to an excited crowd at the Breslin Center after their Elite Eight victory over Tennessee. “It’s really cool to have the community come out and support us,” Delvon Roe, sophomore forward, said. Many students also enjoyed the chance to be a part of the send-off for the team. “Being able to be a part of sending your school’s basketball team off to a Final Four is something special,” said Jack Frasco, a sophomore who was also wearing a newly purchased, green Michigan State Final Four T-shirt. “I went to the send-off last year, and I plan on making every send-off from here on out.” Unlike last year, The Breslin Center unfortunately couldn’t play the game for students who wanted to watch the Final Four on campus because of a prior event, but Eastwood Cinemas in Lansing showed the MSU game¡0 3D. Several East Lansing bars also hosted large crowds over the weekend. U“As soon as I knew we were in the Final Four, I started looking for tickets on Ebay, and I never found a ticket for the right price,” Lindqvist said. “But even though I was in East Lansing, I’m still enjoyed every minute of it.” Seni or Raymar Morgan BpW m r e dis" 1 M[ ' :pO mjMrr JBWHIfe *p pi 11y at the BIf s 1 i n Ce .aale -aBsBaiìii thankaïng thè th iœi r IBwrt f onS-f-^a Fans shake coach Tom I. . «■nTOTE*;* ] send the men’s Spartan basketball Pathe FiiHl pl'Cir Tournarnen^^K " ani East l^^Sïg, iyS!n!' gathered 'JQ&ISS ^he Breslin. team Fans j|3e goodbye a tir CTf»33ES322 RfffB for the F.ii||l Four Tournament. Basketball Rt*ìT1B- '>TOTTrnffìETi- 1 uck t team as they fans were waiting to send tS Down in Indianapolis, the Spartan Men’s Basketball team’s dream of winning the national championship had just died out. Back in East Lansing, the night had just begun. In the final minutes of the game, where Cedar Street and Waters Edge Drive meet, the sound of agonized students filled the streets. Over 40 officers from multiple police departments stood waiting and police on horseback patrolled the streets around the apartments. Some officers watched the final seconds of the game through a window outside the first floor apartments. One student standing on a third floor balcony yelled, “There are more cops than students out here.” When the game finished, the ratio quickly changed. Students began flooding out to the streets. Chants of “Go green, go white” were yelled and high disdain was expressed towards Butler up and down Cedar Street. As more students arrived, police officers took to keeping the streets clear. Some students came just to watch the growing crowd, or to take photos and video. Students posed with cops in riot gear, both smiling. Others filled the lawns on either side of Cedar Street, dancing and cheering with Spartan pride. The rhythmic beating of a bongo drum from within the crowd energized the celebration with dancing and cheering. By the end of the night, over 700 people gathered in the 200 blocks of Cedar Street in Cedar Village. Freshmen Nate Pasmanter and Katy Brandi followed the crowd out of curiosity. Pasmanter and Brandi walked over from Mason/Abbot when they heard the cheering in the streets. “We wanted to see what would happen.” Pasmanter said. This being his first Cedar Village celebration, him and Brandi were in awe, excited to see the gathering of Spartan fans. By 10:00 p.m., police enforcement increased, prohibiting students from standing in the street, to which the gathering students paid little attention. The chanting, laughter and celebrations continued unphased. “I really appreciate the cops keeping things in hand,” said senior Brandon Laventure. Laventure was at the last four Cedar Village block parties, and felt that this year saw a slightly smaller crowd. “Last year was fantastic, the cops did a good job,” Laventure said. “It was just one big party, everyone felt good, and it was handled pretty well. This year we’re not allowed in the streets, which is kind of a bummer. “(Students) might not have come this year because of the rain. But this year it’s mostly State fans, which is nice, because most of the trouble makers aren’t State fans,” Laventure said. According to the East Lansing Police department, only 27 people were arrested from the crowd on charges including assault, disorderly conduct and indecent exposure. More than half of the arrests were individuals with no affiliation to Michigan State University. By 12:00 a.m., the crowd dwindled to over half of its original size, and the police began asking individuals to leave, ending the celebrations in Cedar Village peacefully by 1:00 a.m. “I am proud that my fellow Spartans chose to come out and celebrate this weekend with class,” East Lansing Police Chief Tom Wilbert said. “We were able to walk away from last night’s events without incident due in no small part to those who celebrated responsibly and all of our assisting officers.” Cedar Fest celebration remains peaceful despite Final Four loss against Butler T pEe® M a11 h k up Pol i cMp'ff iterai i ne Cellar Street > nJflRSjT XHHJgæf tffl^BuÂpi'nj the Füffll F^Q|j9|QraMfôs peaceful iSfi™ i son to years pas .. I nid Lansing pol me East prepared for Cedar Fest by IjfflBi.ng up ¡J'ghAa'nd speaker® oSi tJR|pf the apartment bui 1 dings . She poi ice 1ined nTWTCTTHnlr ' the ®me 243 uD D Kid Cudi impresses the Michigan State crowd ||Text Dssi gn : Whi tmi 11 ri ® TfeS s wm ilal fyard 244 Not one seat was filled when Kid Cudi took the stage at the Michigan State Auditorium April 12. Because everyone was standing. The ground was shaking, the bass was booming, students were screaming, lights were flashing and excitement pulsated throughout the auditorium as students awaited the famous Kid. Four opening acts took the stage before Kid CudH finally stole the stage in front of an anxious crowd. First, rapper XV from Kansas performed, sampling the Pixies and Notorious B.I.G. to freshen his sound. Trio Pac Div from Los Angeles made their first appearance in Michigan after XV, showing Spartan pride in MSU hoodies and a Spartan helmet. Big Sean, a rapper from the Detroit area also made another appearance at MSU after his concert in September with Mike Posner. Finally, hip-hop duo Clipse from Virginia pumped up the crowd right before Cudi’s performance. With such excitement throughout the auditorium, it’s no wonder tickets sold out within minutes of being posted for sale by the Wharton Center. “I went online at two, and tickets went on sale at one,” said freshman Amy Brown. “There was one ticket left. I just bought it by myself.” Students that were too late for Kid tickets might have been in luck had the concert been at the Breslin. “Obviously there’s a large amount of people who wanted to attend, but can’t because it’s so limited,” said sophomore Jill Silverstein. However, Amy likes the smaller venue. “I think the auditorium venue really makes the concert more intimate,” she said. Cudi’s intimacy could be felt once he sang a portion of his set a cappella to a silent, entranced crowd and proceeded to play three songs in a row, including his well-received hit “Day N Nite.” The Kid also brought in Chip Tha Ripper, featured on the track “Hyyerr” from his debut album “Man on the Moon: The End of Day.” After an electric performance, with a lavish light show, Kid returned to the stage once more to deliver one of his more famous tracks, “Pursuit of Happiness,” and proved to not only be a rapper, but a crowd­ pleasing performer as well. “I’m a big mix tape junkie,” Amy said. “I heard him a few years ago and it’s good to see that more people are gravitating toward him.” Jill agrees that Cudi is quickly emerging as a big name. “He has a fresh taste, look and sound,” she said. “He appeals to a wide variety. He’s relatable. I feel like he has a lot to offer.” tea kfejBlfgpin'gl a|HK MSU KutmBopiunSHr 8§ffir an H9Fr 1. A1|H Wednesday on April brought Drake for I^^Bn AAAits;prraigF,p- Ascending young rapper Drake visits MSU When Drake came to MSU on April 14, he wasn’t here to make his comeback filming for “Degrassi,” a Canadian teenage drama TV series. Instead, Drake filled the MSU Auditorium thanks to the enormous popularity he has garnered on his way to his sudden rise in the rap world. His first solo album wasn’t released at the time of the concert, but the success of a few mixtapes, radio-heavy singles and the benefit of receiving the mentorship of rap star Lil Wayne has helped Drake explode onto the scene. Right off the bat, this rap concert proved to have the potential to be extremely random. After Francis and the Lights departed the stage, which was an odd, out-of-place ‘80s electronic band that had some promise, rapper k-os took the stage. At one point, k-os had his DJ play Journey’s timeless “Don’t Stop Believin,” letting the crowd sing along as he frolicked around on stage, tossing CDs to the crowd every once and awhile. For another part of his act, as his guitarist played the intricate intro to Led Zeppelin’s “Stairway to Heaven,” k-os started off gently singing, then rapping over the riff. Even k-os strapped on a guitar and played a song. After Michigan-native Mike Posner performed a few songs as a surprise guest, Drake, or as he said he preferred to be called, “Drizzy-Drake,” finally took the stage to the roar of the excited crowd, coming out strong with one of his big hits, “Forever.” After this, Drake took the time to rap a few laid-back, chill songs, temporarily killing the buzz in the room, as it appeared most people weren’t familiar with his non-radio material. When he moved back into his mainstream successes, like “I’m Goin In,” “Best I Ever Had” and “Over,” to name a few, the show picked up. For rappers like Drake that usually feature a guest performer singing on nearly every track they record, it was interesting to see how they accounted for this in their live show. For Drake, it looked like he was only concerned with singing his part of the song, then moving on. Because of this, Drake would start and finish a song all in a minute’s time, moving this part of the show at a rapid pace. Drake knew how to entertain, and it wasn’t all just his rapping. For the most part, Drake saw no one but ladies in the crowd. He told the crowd he really wanted to slow dance with a girl, so he did just that: he picked a girl out of the crowd and had her come on stage to share a dance. Drake was all over the place. He held a tribute to the currently incarcerated Lil Wayne, briefly singing his and Wayne’s collaborative effort “Every Girl.” He got the crowd to chant “Free Weezy” and even voiced his differences about the police that arrested Wayne, saying “F**k the NYPD!” Of course, Drake gave a justification for why Lil Wayne and other rappers should be released from jail: “We need these rappers in our lives, man.” Whether you love him, hate him or not really sure what to think at this point, you can’t walk away from that concert and say Drake doesn’t know how to entertain. He and his band put together a good show musically, and he made it through most of the songs on fans’ checklists. In addition to that, his dreaminess tickled the fancies of every female in the crowd, and one lucky girl even got a special kiss from him. Indian undergraduates purchase dates to fund cultural celebration Apparently, men’s basketball star Kalin Lucas’ number is worth $38. That’s how much senior Radhika Menawat, the alleged bearer of the basketball star’s number, paid for Lucas at the Coalition of Indian Undergraduate Students Date Auction on Feb. 25, 2010. One by one, both guys and gals marched up to the front to be auctioned off to the sparse but active crowd. Many were crushed to be only sold for the minimum bid of $10. As it turned out, those who could exhibit a special skill could garner more money. Senior Makesh Chandrashekhar demonstrated a little bit of his singing ability. He sold for $24. Chandrashekhar’s singing could definitely come in handy in the next month, as he and his fellow dates were actually raising money for the CIUS’ huge annual event, Satrang, a festive celebration of Indian culture put on by the executive board of the CIUS. The show will include all types of Indian dances, performed and choreographed by the CIUS students themselves. Freshman Akhilesh Menawat, a $20 auctionee, is planning on participating in this year’s Satrang at the Wharton Center on April 3, making it the first time the show has been at the Wharton. “It’s something I’ve wanted to do ever since I saw my cousin do it [perform at Satrang]” Menawat said. “It’s a lot of effort and a lot of work, but I really hope it pays off in the end; it’s going to look cool.” Menawat is participating in a South Indian dance, and prepares with practice for at least two and a half hours for three days a week. Menawat describes South Indian dances as having more distinct moves that North Indian dances. “You know the robot? It’s kind of like that,” Menawat said. In addition to the nine or so dances to be performed that originate from all corners of India, the event helps to reconnect parents with Indian culture, as well as enlighten the rest of the audience who wouldn’t know Calcutta from California. “This is our Super Bowl, our championship game,” CIUS event chair and senior Sumeet Aggarwal said, referring to Satrang. “Our group is known, basically, for the show we put on at the end of the year.” Considering the importance of Satrang, the members were excited for the move to the bigger venue for their crowning event. Aggarwal hopes better advertisement and press will boost attendance for Satrang. However, with the bigger event comes bigger costs, and the CIUS had to meet the higher price tags for rehearsal costs through the annual date auction. A $25 Pizza Hut certificate given to the highest bidder and a raffle by test prep and admissions company Kaplan that offered a free course to the winner helped to boost sponsorship and attendance. The Kaplan raffle received a lot of attention, much to the delight of the many law and pre-med students there that have to take tests to get into their respective schools. So while these Indian students took the stage only to be sold away to potential dates, (or not, as often is the case) it was to fund a greater stage appearance down the road that would promote Indian culture and exhibit their talents in dance. And if her date doesn’t exactly work out, Radhika Menawat still has Kalin Lucas’ number, so it’s all good. Events: Date Auction Text: Jacob Kanclerz Photo: Elis'-e Lefere DMilgn: Jessica Halfyard FreMilSn MoKwIParaeT. laughBwhill Ijiffl friend BgshmaKvtifuthrïâ iijeniga-ïïfeaHpt pfctur|M waj?auctioned. fS $22. ned off. Her friend, S^OTinah Sadler D |a r flH pw was a t t he d a te auc tio n on RhaT?*|f Hhian^Ai B t AlrraTwT'T^B Ceni-er, who waSoffëiMng sre*f#t*^^*uriSe - throâgh a lia f fsB^B - R9| I Senior students host dinner to promote proper etiquette and good manners Not sure which fork goes where? Unaware of where to put your napkin when you get up? Don’t fret, because the Senior Class Council can give you some pointers after hosting their annual etiquette dinner. Featuring guest speaker Sherri Henri, the Assistant Director of Undergraduate Admissions, the two-hour, three-course meal was held in the Big Ten Room at the upscale Kellogg Center; the perfect backdrop for a lesson in proper manners in a business setting. ;|f‘lt’s held to help out seniors before they get into their interviews,” senior and coordinator of the event Jodie Gmyrek said. “It lets them ask questions, and it’s really a hands-on experience, instead of getting a lecture.” Indeed, the students aren’t just being served a meal. As they eat, Henri patrols the tables, quietly observing students’ habits as she gives pointers on how to handle business interviews over meals. “Right now, the students have to understand that they are always on,” said Henri, a professor in the Business College. “There’s always an opportunity to network, to make a connection.” Gmyrek said she learned some helpful hints through Henri’s use of examples and anecdotes. “I never knew employers were so picky, like the little things they looked at, like (Henri’s) story about the shoes,” Gmyrek said, referring to Henri’s account of a smart, qualified girl who couldn’t land a job until after Henri persuaded her to change her interview attire, which included what was apparently not-so- fashionable footwear. Henri had lots of tidbits that covered all facets of dining and proper business behavior. She got down to the nitty-gritty, like knowing how to pass food around a table, (counter-clockwise, or just follow the lead) who to introduce first (any female in the group, or the oldest person there) and how long it takes for employers to decide whether to consider you for a position (approximately 90 seconds). Also, Henri covered topics like business cards and how to properly give and take them (never with the left hand, which Henri identifies as the international “no-no” hand). Henri’s expertise comes from her four years of experience of training the homecoming court for the proper etiquette they need for being in the public’s eye. Henri argues that the presentation provides more than just how-tos for interviews. “Well it is something that happens depending on a person’s major, and with the school of hospitality business it could happen a lot,” Henri said. “So for those students, they would often times be invited to award dinners, or a visiting professor or a visiting industry leader.” So Henri and the Senior Class Council’s annual dinner have plenty of lessons and uses for the real world in business. Whether you are out to dinner with a potential employer or an expert in your industry, it always helps to know to put your napkin on your chair when you get up and that the forks always go on the left. Seniors Katie Carly and iiifflty Pines attend the - etiBBttJel dglHer to this Hi iTTTflÜ^ '''3 1^. B®n®H°Pen QZl^S but mainly seniors were imb attendance. the /HHstant Sherri Henri, Director S Undergraduate ^dmj^^pnSKrefipsl^fen t|| etiquette dinner. 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The Spartans opened up the season with a 8-6 win over Furman, and then proceeded to win five out the next nine games before going on an 11-game win streak. Their 17-4 record to open up the season was the Spartans best start to a season since 1992. During the win streak, the team collected series sweeps against Notre Dame and Oakland. “We played well defensively and got some good pitching along with timely hits,” Head Coach Jake Boss Jr. said about his teams good start. Finally, after 11 games, the Spartans saw their winning streak come to an end when it opened up Big Ten conference play against Iowa.They did, however, come back to win the series, winning the rubber game 26-11. Junior centerfielder Brandon Eckerle tied the Dig Ten single-game hits record with six in the victory. “It felt good,” Eckerle said of the record. ‘Today was on of those days where no matter where the ball was, I felt like I was going to get a hit.” Another highlight of the season for the Spartans was their fourth-annual Crosstown Showdown against the Lansing Lugnuts at Cooley Law Stadium. Last year the Spartans earned a victory over the Lugnuts in the exhibition match, but this year they lost 5-4. It’s a fun event for everyone involved from the players to the fons,” Boss said. “It’s a great atmosphere and our guys had a good time playing.” After the Lugnuts, the Spartans struggled to find consistency and played their way to an 11-13 overall record in the Big Ten. Although the team failed to reach the Big Ten tournament, their 34 wins was the fifth most in program history. w HIGH FIVE Spartans finish with fifth best record in program history Text: pol Phot®: MasoHRobi nfcn ■'P'esiymg:,:.y™M Vollmar 261 Text : IRJl i e TilBin PI )to: Matson Robi ns&n Design: Jessica Halfyard THE ROAD TO INDY. PAVED IN GREEN Coach Tom Izzo leads Spartan basketball team to sixth Final Four Tournament Expectations were high after playing in the National Championship only 113 miles away from their home stadium, and the Spartans knew what had to be done coming into a new season. Coach Tom Izzo was not shy about his goals for the team. They would make it to Indianapolis. The team started the season with a six game winning streak, only then falling to Florida in the Legends Classic Tournament. The team continued with the regular season, ending with only five losses, only two of which were Big Ten competitions. Next, the Spartans headed to the Big Ten tournament, where they were defeated in overtime by Minnesota in the first round. Izzo’s team then received a NCAA bid to the five-seed team in the tournament. This was the 13th year in a row that Izzo’s team has gotten a tournament bid. The Spartans were matched up against 12 seed New Mexico State. “If we’re a sleeper this year that’s good, at least in somebody’s mind,” coach Izzo said. “I’m just crazy enough'to think that we can do something in March.” Izzo’s determination and drive to succeed was reflected in every one of his players’ attitudes. “We have something to prove,” junior Kalin Lucas said. “A lot of people don’t think we were a Final Four team last year.” The Spartans went on to beat New Mexico State 70-67. Their next match up was 4 seed Maryland, in a game that would send one team to the Sweet Sixteen and one team home. Although the Spartans were able to prove themselves against Maryland with a win of 85-83, the game was not a cakewalk. During the first half of the game, key player Kalin Lucas ruptured his left Achilles tendon, ending his season earlier than planned. Without one of their teammates, the Spartans had to make up some ground. Down by one with six seconds left in the game, sophomore Korie Lucious made a three-pointer at the buzzer, sending the Spartans back to the Sweet Sixteen. Not everyone expected the Spartans to make it that far in the tournament, after the mediocre regular season that kept them under the radar, only to come back out just in time for the tournament. “We didn’t forget who we were,” junior Durrell Summers said. “We didn’t forget how we play our style >Jtonti nu.ed on pq.ag4 18 Name Kalin Luef.:» Raymar Morgan Chrig Al Ten Del vrn Roe Austin Thornton Durrei I Sumrj||sF Mike ìKebler Isaiah Dahlman Drv.ynr.n-d -.Green Jon Crandell Bri effluci ous Tom Herzog Gay rye k Sherman Derrick N1 IB ROSTFR Class J unto r S e,n i o r ^Huni or Sophomore ¿Sophomore J un i o r J un i o r Seni or Sip homo re Selli o| ■SMphomore Juftyor Freshman Frls.hman ìli Ä- Mi ® I J u n i o r C h r i s A11 e n duri ng l e a 60-53yiiyvel!msT e c Minnesota. t h e flsga sB, AljMn shot a careeyb»!; 39.8 percent from 3 - pc nt r inge. ■ % M Detroit game versus Hinnesota The f reshrnan f - rned 44 p.efflentRf hiyBe®* on offense dur 1 ng the 'lllllSl of basketball.fflthink we just had to get together and get closer as a team and realize we can come up from this. Things happen throughout the season. Once we got to tournament time, we said we’d have a fresh start^f In the next round, the Spartans were paired with the Northern Iowa Panthers to battle it out for a spot in the Elite Eight. Once again, the Spartans prevailed with a 59-52 win and a ticket to the next round. “The regional championship. It feels great to be back. We still got bigger dreams, but you gotta take it one game at a time,” sophomore Draymond Green said. “It feels great being back to the Elite Eight.” The Elite Eight match-up proved to be a close one, with five-seed Michigan State matched up to six- seed Tennessee. With another buzzer-beating shot from Raymar Morgan, the Spartans beat the Titans 70-69 and earned their spot in the Final Four. Just as promised, they were headed to Indianapolis. “I’m proud of these guys. I mean I just can’t tell you what we’ve been through with all the injuries,” Izzo said in a post-game press conference. “There’s nothing greater than going to a Final Four that I know of, except maybe winning it.” Inside the Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis the Spartans Final Four match up proved to be a tough one as the Butler Bulldogs were only playing six miles from their home stadium. Unfortunately for Izzo’s team, the tournament injuries finally caught up and the Spartans fell to the Bulldogs, once again in the final seconds of the game, only losing by two points. For a team that said they were going to make it to Indianapolis, even when their toughest critics said they wouldn’t even receive a tournament bid, the Spartans proved the tradition of Michigan State basketball. Again. Outcome (OH} Event Stanford S$®.âiu s e Bo'5§tonH|i versi ty New Hampshi re. Mi ami Pacific Ohio State Cali forni a Tnd i a n a Ijempl Égli Northwestern Wake Morilt Mi chi gatf IhiIH I owa Penn Ìm®, Central Michigan i ¿l.iflji'] ^■œ§j|h ' and sophomore ■■een^ QTJ -awmefeBa a dunk by Green. íG¡í|een 1ed the Spartans bo^*rebM¡Hd:ÍT T ■ season. Wâ m m m m ■ H «ss« BSfiira i® JP BH guai Sei|ôk Btfr °ver three I '«'■SB the E ■UL H Varsity Sports: Women’s Basketball ■ Text 1 bH B er tau m e Photo : Elise iffe re DfeMpIn'lHHSarm Volffnai PLAYTIME Key play leads women to above average record Last year’s surprising run to the Sweet Sixteen for the women’s basketball team did nothing less than raise expectations for this year. “We know it’s a long way to go, but the coaches are confident the players bought into if this year, so we expect to go far,” Julie Dombroski, director of operations, said at the end of last year. For the first time in 10 years, the Spartans dropped their season opener in a 77-74 loss to Dayton. The women did however set some milestones in the opening loss. Sophomore Courtney Schiffauer tied her career high with 21 points while senior Allyssa DeHaan, with six blocked shots, moved into seventh place on the all-1 time NCAA Division I blocked shots list with 408. After the loss to Dayton, the Spartans reeled off a 4-1 record that included a thrilling 93-90 victory over Oklahoma State in double overtime. The team reached number 25 in the rankings after their five-game stretch, but took a blow when the team lost Shiffauer for the year after a knee injury suffered during practice. Before the Spartans began Big Ten play, they faced fourth-ranked North Carolina in the Big Ten/ACC challenge. DeHaan scored 14 points in the second half to help the team take down the Tar Heels in a 72-66 victory. “Certainly it was a big win,” Suzy Merchant, head coach, said. “They are a very very good basketball team with a storied program.” The Spartans then reeled off a 6-2 record as they began Big Ten play. DeHaan provided consistently at the center position, but they were hampered by turnover problems. Merchant said that the quality teams they faced during the opening of the season helped the team overcome the turnover problems. nued rax pg. 1 Juni eBha I|§§he- I©» Hi for a shot IBr [gur .¡joEtBaS Woods. Keane ^¿ad foù'r points P:. TS^i : in 11 r d u e . W, B naventure ■SCORFBOARD Outcome Event Wayne State ||3-47 Grand Valley :ij^Je W, 88-53 L, Da||tGS||3 jp-74 W, 71-62 Detroit L, 68-67 Notre Dame W, Ì4-5^ì Western Michigan lleorge Washington W, 78-47 W;, 93-90 Okl ahSfma ’ State W, È2-6-6 No||th Carolina Lfe 68--63 Indian™ Xavier wl 661H| FI orai da GulfKoast W, 94§71 W* 6 9 m 2 W a s h i n g t o, n W, ■. -■59 L, 6Bg54 W, 8 £-71 W* 53-44 L, 65-62 L, 48-45 L, 68-60 ^’R^-54 W# .6,6-- 57 W, 56-52 W, 65-44 L, 77-66 W, 50-45 W, ||8||j5 W, 64-41 W,^71 - 68 W..E9-64 W, 70-50 5 0 W, L, 59-54 W, j&|p> lH 70 - 5.1 W il conli n Mijligan IndianHp' OìJIo siate Wiilonlin P'ònn siate P«d^e M i^i n e s o t NoMhweitèrn :,efm State Iowa MiHigan Northwestep4ir Illinois 0h i o State Purdue Minnesota Michigan Iowa Bowling Gre^B KentufdkB ' iif I I » B -HI pH M mamm w Mi MW, ¡» m mSmUBsMp'^wm •t-tmmmm narraszzs »■«fiiygi bai (jM l m f. i m Wl m ¿Li The team gat h e r s f o r , )re-game festivi ties before matcSi ^^Sartcl^BecB ■ UgF m .nwP B due. Tran t M B n t’”e JBf$Q an. 21. ^■BfjomoB the ball Purdue. The r«B lroSun^a Jefferson against o After some ups and downs, the team finished the regular season with a six-game winning streak, including wins over Michigan and Ohio State and an overall record of 21-7-The women lost in the second round of the Big Ten tournament to Iowa. During the season, the Spartans were led in scoring by DeHaan, who averaged 10.6 points per game. She also set the NCAA career record for blocks and finished the season with 101 blocks. “The whole team was behind her,” Merchant said, “It’s such an honor. It’s something she’s really earned and worked hard for.” The team’s regular season performance earned them a fifth seed in the NCAA tournament. It was the team’s seventh appearance in eight years. They surged past Bowling Green in the first round with a 72-62 victory but were overmatched by Kentucky’s speed in the second round and lost 70-52 to end their season. JBn® ■ rwapMilplma washiri^»^ and Senior norland Aisha Jefferson after the EameHai|M Nolfl&ivg^HS'n. The wn Bn FeT>f| 14 majjgi&Khe 13th BBwht victory over the Wildcats. uni or gu 1 Brittney Thor as drives to Pn]TffT,*> - ‘C’ i The 56-52. RO.STFR_____________________ Name Lalrgpf Aitch Tayl oi A1 ton Cl ass ■Seni or ■¡nmm E^Seni i DeHaafH Jaipmira UlallniilLf Seiftor Aipha Jefferpi^B Sophomore as km mm ci Juni' Kali ¡¡ha Keane.,', s Tracy Nogl^p ■¡B i o r Mandy Piechowski So:; homo re Porsche, Pool e HU1 HI Schi-ffaudB^opfcmore Freshman K.e 1 Baa— J H i o r Brittney mill Thfll— FreSfhman JidSi or Cetera Washington Soph§§Jpre T a j a ÜM1 s Ikpj 11 • m 269 TRY TO RUN AR )UND THE CORNER Tlxt: .Qolby Blrthume Prato: Muren Wood Design: Brwdan Prosra Men’s cross country team continues improving the direction of their program Last season, the men’s cross country team placed sixth at the Big Ten Conference and was paced by junior Spencer Beatty, their top finisher in three of their meets. This season was meant to be the one the men finally turned the corner, but unfortunately, the team failed to deliver any championships. They did, however, continue to move in a positive direction. “We had some good fifth-year seniors,” coach Kim McGreevy said, “but we also had a lot of good young depth.” Sienna Heights transfer Alex Rousseau started the season out strong for the Spartans with a victory at the Jeff Drenth Memorial, hosted by Central Michigan in Mt. Pleasant. The junior won the race by six seconds with a time of 15:34.8 beating Spartan freshman Ben Miller. The outcome of the race proved that the team’s youngest athletes would be highly influential to the team. “The freshmen showed they can come in and immediately help out,” Walt Drenth, director of track and field/cross country, said. “It will give us great depth throughout the season.” Following the Jeff Drenth Memorial, the team continued to grow when they hosted the annual Spartan Invitational at Forest Akers East. Senior Patrick Grosskopf led the team with a time of 24:53 and a fourth overall finish. Beatty finished sixth overall with a time of 25:03, and Rousseau, in his second race ever for the Spartans, finished eight overall with a time of 25:05. “Since I’ve been here, this was the biggest team effort we’ve had at the Spartan Invitational,” Beatty said. After the Spartan Invitational, the Spartans placed sixth and seventh at the Griak Invitational and the Michigan Intercollegiate. Then the men had a setback with a 21st place finish at the Pre-Nationals. Continuing to grow throughout the season, the men finished second at the NCAA Great Lake Regional qualified for the NCAA championships for the first time since 2006. The men traveled to Indiana State University looking for a top 10 finish but instead came back with a 31st place finish. Sophomore Isaiah VanDoorne led the team finishing 108th overall with a time of 31:17. Although the team finished in a disappointing 31st place, the team ended the season with much to work on for future seasons. “It was a good learning experience for the guys. We have everyone from our top-seven back next year, except for Max [Goldak],” Drenth said. “From an overall standpoint, I think we learned quite a bit. With a young group and the progress we made this fall, especially towards the end, it is a really good stepping stone for us next year.” 270 Varsity Sports Men’s Cross Country SCOREBOARD Jiff Drenth Memori al Spa rtan Invi tatiina 1 Gria k Invi tati ontì 1 Mpfh||j:an Intercol 1 egi at® Pie - Nat |p n a 1 s EMJJ Open . Big Ten CÉlmpio|rshi ps NpAA Great Lales Regionali N®AA|fchampi o#shi ps NTS Sri Sixth Sven th 21st NTS E i g hflh SeSònd 311st ROSTFR Sam A k1i1u loe Banya® Spencer Beatty Travis! Borcilprcl Ian Boyle Brew Birdi.cl: |le Dimambro S h a k ar. Duke® Max Gqida.k Patrick Grosskopf Brian Hankins Brandon Ho.ffmarfe Stephen Humes Jon fturrel 1 Mike Katsefaras Shane Knoll Kenny L^mws||i Dan Lewis/ Boh McAlary Ben Miller Alex. Rulseau Aaion Simoneau A1 el Tol off ilaiah VanDollrne Stlphen Walker Aarol WAlter Kevin, Yarne.11 Freihman Sophpiiore J u n i o | Friihman Seni or Fleshman Junior Freihman Senior Junior siphomo r i . Freihman Juni or Freshman So:;homo ri Seni or Freshman Seni or Ssihomore Freshman J ur i o r Junior. Freshman Sop'omord Fresliman Sophomofre Freshman BuHs Kèplmi miniMSieP^Wi Simoneau run with the p|^^^ærBlB©fie-mi 1 e mark ®Bthc mJw'B 8K race. The men ’s cross MKrsllri^Pad KWÏÏMllMSMailIll ;fsIzes . Name Tiffany Abnahamian Dana A1-Nasral1 ah Olivia Allen Lauren Calhoun Ashley Casagant Megan Creut®|? Shannon Cruz Adel lie Dri1 lock Liana Eckert Leah ESenbaasfet Kl are Ealad Tiffany Evans A it. add a Field Megganfflreejland Carlie preen Jackie Gro^B Katie Hayn^S Diane Hamilton .Jennifer Hamilton A line Hock Jordan Huegli Thereseann Hufrikar Emi ly Langenberg; Emily MaBjLeod Laura Mai nor Becky McCormack Ta||lor Mciurd;^'7 R«hel MeFarlane Kelsey Meyers Sloan SewSrd Rebekah Smeltzer ’Kristen Smith Olivia Sydow Elizabeth Watlon Veronica Wilson Paige Winne Jennifer Yee Class Solhomore Sop hlmyre Freshman Sophomore Senior Sophomore Mires hman Freshman Frelhm|r ■¡¡ini or / Freshman Junior Freshman . FreshmanC Juni or Seni or Sophomore . Senior Seni or FrBhman Freshman Seni or Juni or MBlor SB i o r Junior Junior Sophomore Junior Sophoimere Sophomore Freshman Freshman Junior Freshman Fr-fshman BHMBr J u n i o r E m i 1 y L a n g e n b e r g t a k e s the first stef.yutxof the shoot is firaecl at the B oQ Ej 3 « Bllhomlmee® Lam.elpiBikept the i pH^»fo!r- a iPly - a B race,,- fi%Rhin® JshHriffl team’s Junior of ee'tjfcle-S^H pack neaijj tHyejjdyiyhej . W® a *nt' Green piaced second o'jp. thytasy and fourth overall at the fall Spartan japlatiMIH Ill Varsity Sports: Women’s Cross Country Text: Colby Berthume Lauren W|od D esci g nf; J e s siili H a 1 gy a r d RUNNING PAST EXPECTATIONS Women’s cross country finishes better than expected with young team Coming off an 11th place finish at tie NCAA tournament and four top 10 inishes in 2008, the women’s cross country team had a lot to live up to. The team also had to replace Big Ten cross country Athlete of the Year: Nicole Bush. Inspite of this, the team still found a way lorecord five top 10 finishes. ¡“Nicole was irreplaceable,” coach Kim McGreevy said, “but we have a really great group of young runners that should lelp us out.” The team began the season at the Jeff Drenth Memorial in Mt. Pleasant. Freshman Kristen Smith placed second ill a time of 19:02.1 to lead the women’s learn in the race. “We held out our top nine runners, so it was an opportunity to see how our underclassmen performed,” director of track andfield/cross country Walt Drenth said. Following the Jeff Drenth Memorial, the Spartans came home to host their only event, the Spartan Invitational at Forest fers East. The previous year the Spartans tad seven of their runners finish in the top JO, and they looked to return with another impressive finish. In the 2009 Spartan invite, the ladies felt the effects of losing some strong seniors from the year before tot still placed three runners in the top 10. “Our team did pretty well,” Green said. “The depth of our team gave us a real advantage to run together.” Following the Spartan Invitational, the team placed third at the Griak Invitational. The ladies followed up with a fifth place finish at the Michigan Intercollegiates Invitational. The team then traveled to Indiana State University for Pre-Nationals. Senior Emily Macleod led the Spartans to a 10th place team finish by finishing 11th with a time of 20:47.2. Junior Carlie Green finished 42nd overall with a time of 21:40.9, and sophomore Tiffany Abrahamian finished 68th overall with a time of 21:50.9. The Ladies closed the season out with a fourth place finish at the Big Ten Championship and a fifth place finish at the NCAA Great Lakes Regional before finishing 26th at the NCAA Championships. It was the ladies’ 11th straight trip to the NCAA’s and 18th overall. They were led by Macleod, who narrowly missed All- American honors with her team leading 42nd place finish with a time of 20:57. “We exceeded our seeding, and 26th is good progress,” Drenth said. “We have everyone in the top five coming back. I feel like we can make some pretty good progress next year.” \ rtSi-r HHi \Wrw mm m a ML IK Sr.ORFRDARP Event S.pefflan InvY "at. ’ ona Griak Invitational Michigan Intercolligiates P r ei Nati o n a 1s EMU Open Big Ten Champfpnshi ps NCAA Greal Lake-ff Regional » NCAA'.Crampi onshi ps Outcome NTS Thiird Fifth 10th NTS- Fourth Fifth 26th çtétti 11 z e r r u ng.. Sophomore Re with a pack of others competing Cross event had ' chools around the Mid-West. .‘.jire i «JMP IN-STATE PRIDE Football team goes .500 but defines season with win over Michigan After a 9-4 season in 2008, and a prestigious bowl game on Jan. 1, the Spartan football program seemed like it had all the making to take it to the next level in 2009. Except for the fact that they had to replace 1,688 yards of rushing from Javon Ringer and solid quarterback play from Brian Hoyer, both who departed for the NFL. The Spartans looked to replace Ringer with several running backs, while they relied mainly on sophomore Kirk Cousins to replace Hoyer. And in Cousins’ first start against Montana State, he led the team to a 44-3 victory with 183 yards passing and three touchdowns. “It was a dream come true and a great opportunity,” Cousins said of his first start. A rough patch followed their opening win, and the Spartans lost three heartbreakers to Central Michigan, Notre Dame, and Wisconsin. With a 1-3 record, the team found themselves with one last chance to save their season when they faced in-state rival Michigan. And that’s exactly what they did. All it took was for freshman running back Larry Capper to run for a 23-yard touchdown in Hjppitinued #**pg. 277 . I football te'alwfjeRup on fjjgf fAeft1»i i ofcSir National Anthem is p'V'aySI before each Rm8| Tm Sophorr i -MBa rgerMaia: 1 LMV11. |E1|'IE ■ s ■ the football d®||yj^Rfi|§l .night gamer« .game was on!y one of eight night home games ■Ser hells Terxt: Col by Berthume P h J||B; S! 'i tjia Design: JiHica Mai fyarP Varsity Sports: Football Freshman ffiwin a ker rushœ t h e b a 11 Wœtern MtghigHpjäpo^Bt* For ’riy^Mpill Baker had a total of gains La'iitSi 'ffiffll (Ohio) Outcome W, -3-2 ■SCORFROARD Event Stanford Syracuse Boston University New Hampsni re-. Miami Pacific Ohi! State tali forni a Gridi aria Tempi e Northwestern W;ake Forest M i ph i g a n 0 h i tf’" : owa Penn State Central Michigan L, 3B W, 2-0 W, 6-1 w, m W;v 7-1 w,fc W, 3-2 W, wM w.H-o W, 3-1 L, 2-1 L, 1-0 W, 2-1 L, 4-3 W, l-i w,IS fAirilitsEfa I Sophomore running* back Ashton uns wi th theBpll i to score SS c h dwn^Ba inst WaHl'e r n M i In i g am e d rpfniP w.r* B j^ H . Unj I h 1 Sophomore KesKW.n Martin scores a late in tH «SttH quarter game. Harffin led Hith all -purpo^HBrds ■f M®s toiflHig 1,451 f^fthe s'edHry.'* overtime amid a steady rain, and the Spartans suddenly found themselves owning a two-game winning streak against Michigan for the first time since 1967. “We did something that hasn’t been done in 42 years,” head coach Mark Dantonio said. “That’s amazing. But facts are facts. This game has a way of defining you.” The win propelled the team to two more victories over Illinois and Northwestern to get to 4-3 for the season. They finished Big Ten play by going 1 -3. The team also won a non-conference game against Western Michigan. Cousins led the team with 2,680 passing yards and finished the season with 19 touchdowns and a 60.4 completion percentage. The offense was led by the running back tandem of Caper and freshman Edwin Baker, who combined for 895 yards and 7 touchdowns, and senior wide receiver Blair White, who recorded nine touchdowns and 990 yards receiving. The 2009 Big Ten Defensive Player of The Year Greg Jones led the defense with 154 tackles, 62 more tackles than any other player on the team. After finishing the season with a 6-6 record, the Spartans earned a birth to play Texas Tech in the Alamo Bowl on Jan. 2. The team took a 28-27 lead into halftime, but failed to make a stop in the final minutes and lost 41 -31. “In some ways you can look [at the season] and say that we are right there, but in other cases we are much farther away,” said Dantonio about the status of his football team. “When you take in the fact that this is our third straight bowl game you can say that we are having some success, and that is something you can build on.” Name Jimmfi DewTTng Dan, El I i 9 Dave E11i S Andrew Ladwi g Will Morn» Chris Mory T»T1. P ring the£‘segffln °'B:efPM|h«pta at thè competition, e fcu ®#i ng H i rapri Bs QBwie nish 1 ine in t&al> ia:eet against tra Daifi'-lpy i OP' I U defea ed both iversityof Misi' n by 17 rsgftyt' tre Dame and t« , ìli'r ìtì NEW COACH, SAME RESULTS Spartans still have successful season with new coach A Big Ten regular season and tournament championship is hard to top, especially if your team is the first to accomplish said feat. To make matters worse, the men’s soccer team played for the first time in 32 years without legendary coach Joe Baum. Even so, the team finished with an 11-8-2 record. Six of 11 starters returned this year, including their star junior goalkeeper Avery Steinlage who entered the season playing 805 minutes without allowing a goal. Steinlage also led the nation in save percentage last season. New head coach Damon Rensing earned his first victory with the Spartans with a 3-1 win over Duquesne. Ranked 20th, the men won after receiving goals from Rubin Bega, Mark Barone and Domenic Barone. “It feels great. I’m really happy for the players because they are the ones that win the games,” Rensing said about his first collegiate victory. Following the Duquesne victory, the team went four games without a loss and extended their record to 4-0-1 .Throughout the run, Steinlage continued to increase his shutout streak. Steinlage set the NCAA record for scoreless minutes in the Spartans 0-0 draw with the University of Illinois Chicago on Sept 6 and kept the streak going against Wright State and Loyola Marymount. “It’s a pretty amazing record when you think of all the quality teams and goalkeepers that have gone through Division I soccer,” Rensing said. Steinlage wasn’t able to take all the credit though. He had to make only nine saves in four games, and Rensing credits that to the play of his defense. “Defense has been a real focus at Michigan State,” Rensing said. “I think we do kind of view this as a team award, because there’s definitely been some games where Avery wasn’t tested because our other players did such a good job. But then some games he’s had to come up really big.’fl The streak was snapped in a 2-0 loss at San Diego. What followed was a season of back-and-forth wins and losses. The Spartans went 2-4 in the Big Ten and beat the University of Michigan and Notre Dame 2-1. A highlight of the men’s season was a 1 -0 win over third-ranked Northwestern. Beating the No. 3 team propelled them to the semi-finals of the Big Ten tournament and secured them a spot in the NCAA tournament for the third consecutive year. Half of the team matches were against others that made the NCAA tournament. Still, the Spartans earned a 4-6 record. Bega led the team with ten goals while redshirt junior Jeff Ricondo led the team with seven assists. Ultimately, the 14th-seeded Spartans fell to Duke 2-1 in the second round of the tournament. Erica.«»; Telt:;.,:$®fflby Bert hume Mto: EllinlBtein, Erica Treais Desi-: Brendan Pcost Name Garret Back Domenic Baroiie Miri Barone Rubin Bega Matt Sebula Jeremy. Clark Kevi niCPpe Bryce Dobbins Jake. Fullerton Colin Givens Tim Granaderos' Joe Gregus Nosa Ifoha Stephei LutÄnek Jòe Pal jaj Sajs Radelet Jeff RicondcS CyruS Saydee Dali dlSayre A.W. Stanek Avery Steinlage Ryan The1en Spencer Thompson Nick Wilson ROSTFR Cl ass Sophomore Sophomore Sophomore Sophomore Sophomore Sophomore Freshman Freshman J..U n i or Junior Seni or J u n i o r SophomorJ Sophomore Freshmanj ^Huni or Sophomore ¡¡¡¡freshman Junior Junior Freshman Junior Freshman u f « HStl 's men’s socce r gpljm ■ • defeated UofM. 2-1. The trophy M'pas*sed on to the j,wiRer the |!Sl ryA|||maRH|B|". Varsity Sports: Men’s Soccer SCORFBOARD Outcome Event T,o-o Evansvi11e w,2-1 IPFW w,3-1 Duquesne T§0-0 u|c w,2-0 Li pscomb w,4-0 Wright State Loyola Marymount w,3-0 L,2-0 San Diego L,1-0 Ohio State w,2-0 Val parai so L,1-0 Pinn State Western. Mi chi gan w,2-0 L,2-1 Wi sconsi n w,1-0 Indiana w,2-1 Bowling Green w,2-1 Michigan W,-2-1 Notre Dame 1-1 San Diego State m, L,2-1 Akron L,1-0 Northwestern w,1-0 Northwestern L,3-0 Penn State ■ 2-1 Duke I JHpIde^Rrk Barone Bri ei-to v j Pri9ht as a Michigan defend f I T-heo.plHfciffl® wiS'ia SfelloR HhHS t h e W o 1 V e r i n e p 1 ayer. nmmV , : « MB Varsity Sports: Women’s Soccer Text: Colby Berthume , Photo: El Tina Stein Design: Vicari Vollmer MEETING GOALS Women’s soccer team’s successful season earns second consecutive NCAA tournament bid The expectations were high for the Lady Spartans as they were coming off a season of recording their most wins and scoring the most goals since 1991. The team also returned 10 of 11 starters. To add to the hype, breakout sophomore Laura Heyboer was returning after leading the conference in scoring and becoming the first freshmen in league history to earn Big Ten player of the year honors. All of that culminated into an 11-5-4 overall record. Trying to live up to the hype, the women’s soccer team started out with a bang by going nine games with out a loss that resulted in a 7-0-2 record. During the streak, the Lady Spartans beat the school record for longest home unbeaten streak at 16 games against Detroit. They were also led by the scoring of senior Lauren Hill who scored eight goals during their unbeaten streak to start the season. “She has been on a roll and we want to keep it that way,” coach Tom Saxton said about Hill’s performance. Finally, on October 2, the streak was snapped against Indiana when the Hoosiers scored with 21 seconds remaining to deal the Lady Spartans a 1 -0 crushing defeat. A 1-1 tie against number 12 Purdue and a 0-0 tie against Michigan followed up the loss. >>Conti oued on pg. 297: MSUReTBga.tes'.: the onT'JEml hi a Stsme B^yared a v'eMipBthat also gaV,e them mhe wmi. Lauren Hiill.,soaredlKe. m SCDRFROARn Outcome Event w,2-1 Mi 1 waukee w,3-0 Oakl and w,4-0 Bowling Green T,1-1 UCSB Centra" Michigan w,4-0 w,2-0 Illinois State w,3-1 De tir o i t w,Ëf0 Kent State T,1-1 Easiern Milfiigan w,3-2 Penn State L,1-0 Indiana T,H-i Purdue T,o-o Michigan W,¡lo Loyola Chicago L,1-0 Northwestern L,1-0 Wi scon si n w,2-1 Minnesota L,5-0 lili noi s w,3-2 Iowa w,1-0 0hi o State I 1-0 Santa’-Ml ara ? 1 ¡¡¡jj ¡¡¡j !|è 8 wiining goal . llniB Lauren. Hill kiftssthe ball away~ from; OhiKÉtate duri ng th|| game on Bov. 6. MSU beawlhio State 1-0. / pirate. J w m . , HHHH Name Desiree Aber Megan Brown Katelin Chaklos Samantha Co|9| Mikki Dennis marly Fogith Jill FIietstra para Freeman Laura Heyboer Lauren Hill Kelsey Kassab Kelly Lindsay Taylor Miller Jordan Mueller Chelsea Peterson Hannah Peterson Danielle Pet® Megan Pines Kate Rehor Kori Reinhart Courtney Shegos Lauren Sinaclla Olivia Stander Sarah Stern Aslley Swartz Kelley Tait Melisfia Timko Jennifer Ulmer Eli zabeth Watza ROSTFR Cl ass Freihman Seni or Sophomore 'Juni Pr Sophomore flophomore Sophomore Junior Sophomore Seni or Frelhman Freshman Sophomore Fri|shman Freshman Sophomore Seni or Sophomore Sin i o r Freshman Junior Seni or Freshman Sophomore Freshman Junior Freshman Junior Sophomore M I M-W mÊÊÊÊÊIÊSsÊÈÊÊSm , ■ - , ¡ A - Sipi i , Wig 'i '■ “It’s a positive to say we came out of the game and say we had chances to score,” Heyboer said of the tie with Michigan. “We definitely dominated offensively and forced them to play a lot more defense than offense.” Following the tie to Michigan, the Lady Spartans went 4-3 to wrap up the regular season. They finished 4-4-2 in the Big Ten, and Heyboer and freshmen Cara Freeman earned All-Big Ten First Team, while Hill earned All-Big Ten Second Team honors. Hill’s selection to the All-Big Ten Team was her second consecutive selection, and her 38 goals and 91 career points put her in sole possession of second place on the respective all-time lists at the University. After the regular season wrapped up, the Lady Spartans earned a birth to the NCAA tournament for their fourth appearance overall. It was the first time in school history that they received bids in consecutive seasons. They were set to face Santa Clara. In the opening round, the Lady Spartans played Santa Clara evenly, and despite being outshot forced the game to overtime. A little over a minute into overtime, Santa Clara scored a goal to end the Lady Spartan’s season in a heartbreaker. Hill ended the season as the leading goal scored with 10 while sophomore goalkeeper Jill Flietstra led the team with 92 saves while only allowing 18 goals. Kpliwl HanSiah ifetersc^M ■¡jghi|!! ¿M' ’ll:aLauren gHeueif fpr the ball. Thewgame ended with a Spartan victory. CONSISTENTLY INCONSISTENT Softball team struggles for consistency with inconsistent wins and losses SCORFBOARD Outcome Event 3-1 n, Iowa L,7-6 Iowa w,2-1 Mi nnesota w,7-6 Mi nnesota L,6-4 ¡¡ndi ana w,5-2 t|ndi ana w,1-0 Penn State L,2-1 Penn State l| 12-3 Ohio State H, 7-3 Ohio State Northwesterni 15-0 L,'9-0 Northwestern L,§1-0 Purdue L,10-2 Purdue L,11-1 111 i no i s L,5-0 111inoi s l| 10-0 Michigan L,4-1 Michigan L,6-1 Wi scon si n w,11-3 Wi sconsi n The Spartan softball team returned to action this year looking to build off of last season where they depended on many underclassmen to carry the load. Unfortunately for the team, they weren’t as ready as they hoped. The Spartans began the season with a 3-10 record, collecting wins only against Missouri State, Stetson and Wright State. About the only bright spot of their losing streak was when sophomore Lauren Kramer became the first Spartan since 2007 to pitch a no-hitter. Kramer threw the no-hitter in a 8-0 victory over Stetson. “Lauren was absolutely dominant,” head coach Jacquie Joseph said. “She has the potential to rewrite all the record books here at Michigan State.” After their 3-10 start, the team finished up tournament play by going 9-5, recording wins. Joseph also earned her 500th victory for the program when her team downed Connecticut 4-1. “I think it is a great achievement,” said Joseph of her milestone. “I love being the head coach here at Michigan State, and I have really enjoyed all of the players over the years. I know a lot of people always downplay these milestones, but in today’s world, to be able to stay at a school this long is more unusual than not, and I very much enjoyed and am proud to be the head coach at Michigan State.” v When the team finally headed home to East Lansing, they completed a 4-2 record, raising their overall record to 18-14. Offense became a problem for the Spartans though as they struggled to find consistency at the plate. The team followed up a 2-9 stretch with a 3-5 stretch to end the season with an overall record of 21-31. Junior shortstop Lindsey Hansen led the team with a .368 batting average, while junior outfielder Jessica Brocamante led the team with 28 hits. Kramer finished the season with a 16-19 record and a 3.01 E.R.A. “I was very proud of our players all year,” Joseph said. “We have never put our chins down and have competed hard all year.” Varsity Sports: Softball Text : Col by^Berthume Photo: Elkina Stein Design: Vi earl Vol lmai* 1 Sof/homore LaSjen Kramer ...pi ball IB a WtéiA áprage nn the||iBh against Ohi o State on Apr. 17 . t‘,o, an ^SoPta'te batter. tKll Freshman Kyi ene HEpns swinil.-the bat at the fpp ate üainMMBU1' noi s . yB3Éverag||M t||^B iratc^H with RO.STFR Class Name Sophomore Melanie Bensema J u n ior Jessica Bracamonte Seni or Kel ly. Confer Mary Kate D1 Virgi 1 o^Hreshman Juni or Haren Fox Hopiomore Ali Grant Juni or Lindsey Hansen Freshman Kyi ene Hopki ns Sopnomore Lauren Kramer Sophomore Kali® Lamb Freshman Jayme 0’Bryant Sophomore Lori Padilla Junior Heidi Purtzer Frelhman Benny Ramsaier Sophomore Rebecca Rogers Sophomore Brett Williams Freshman Shelby Wi se ife^'H^mles^Ka BrBamonte V I first base. JéáHa is a Pia»«foir. thelijgll Spartans. 'ÊÊÊÊèêèm STRENGTH IN TOUGH COMPETITION Text: Lesl ie Til son Photcfl |f i sS|a baneRMasiln Rob i Os on Design: Brenlfan Rro;st Hard work shows small improvements in the tough Big Ten Conference Every team has goals, some as lofty as winning the National Championship, others are set for small Improvements. Through hard work and dedication, the swimming and diving team achieved all their goals this season. For the men, moving up in the Big Ten standings was achievable. “We swam great at the end of the year,” senior Matt Massman said. “We moved up a spot over all in the Big Ten. We came in ninth, which is pretty good for us. We also sent a swimmer to the NCAA Championships; I would say that everyone on the team is pretty happy with the outcome of the season. the opportunity to step up—it will happen.” As the men’s swimmers saw success at the Big Ten Championships, four Spartan divers headed to the National Championship. Seniors Ivan Zalessov and David Garry finished 10th and 13th respectively for the men, while senior Kayla Kalmbach finished in 11th place and junior Jordan Jackson took 17th in the women’s competitions. Across the pool, the women’s team faced stiff competition at the Big Ten Championships. “We’re swimming well, but the league is so deep its tough to collect points,” Head Coach Matt Gianiodis said. Through hard work, freshman Jacob Jarzen The women finished 10th in the Big Ten with was able to represent the men’s team at the NCAA Championships in the 100-meter fly and the 200-meter backstroke. Jarzen was also named Big Ten freshman of the year. The men finished the season with a winning record of 6-3. They also broke long-standing pool and school records in the 800-meter freestyle, 400-meter medley and 400-meter freestyle relays. Although the men showed strength this year in all their competitions, the outlook for next season is positive, even after losing some senior talent. notable performances from sophomore Kerry Sodonis, who swam the second fastest 200-meter breaststroke time in school history and junior Becca Ebner, who placed in the 200-meter fly. Outside the Big Ten, the women’s talent showed as they swept Oakland University with first place finishes from the 200-meter medley relay team, the 400-meter free relay, Sodonis in the 100-meter and 200-meter breaststroke, Ebner in the 200-meter and 100-meter fly, and freshman Jenny Rusch in the 50-meter freestyle. Both the men and women will continue “We’re losing six seniors,” Massman said. “But the coaches are bringing in a lot of new talent and the kids we have now have talent. If you give them rigorous training, breaking records and preparing for future competitions in the ever-strong Big Ten Conference. 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D R F R O A R n s'æhoiŒe Ronnie Hulewicz plays home matcH|He MH tennis team ended the season with one|Bi¡*E| victory, L,6-1 L,6-1 Event Duquisne Bradiey William & Mary Cl evel and átate Wright State Outcome W, '5-2 w,7-0 L,4-3. w,6-1 Northern II11noisw,7-0 w,6-1 wi5-2 w,6-1 w,7-0 w,i|-7 1 Illinois :w,6-1 w,6-1 Detioi t Ball State Nebraska Toledo Nitre Dame Butler IUPUI Ealtirn Daytin MB hi g a n iiwa Nfi nnosota Northwestern Wi sconsi n OhiS State Penn State L,6-1 L, 5-2 L,5-2 L,6M L,6-1 ,7-0 4-3 L,6-fl it n l Weitern Michiganw,4x1 w,5-2 L,7-0 L,. 7-B Puidue Indi an a ilJJj¡0ÍS: Inii ana L,4-0 . Text: Œbl Berthuine Photo: Mason Robinson : Vi cari ||Ilimar D PREPARE TO ¡PROVE Men’s tennis team channels motto to boost morale and improve during season Starting in early September, the men’s tennis team “We really needed that win over Western Michigan,” set out on a mission to improve upon their 12-14 record from last year, and following their season motto, they were “prepared to prove.” Head Coach Gene Orlando, entering his 19th year with the program, was looking to rely on his six returning starters along with contributions from his four newcomers. The team opened up dual play by playing 13 of 15 matches in East Lansing. The Spartans went 11-4 during that stretch. “We dropped those four matches in the first two months,” Orlando said. “We had a good start but those matches proved there are no guarantees.” During the middle of the season, the men hit a rough patch, losing seven straight Big Ten matches, including a loss to in-state rival Michigan. Their losing streak was snapped when they picked up a victory against another in-state rival, Western Michigan. Orlando said. “That’s been an ongoing rivalry but we put ourselves in a position to win. It gave us some momentum heading into the Purdue match. The following match the men earned their one and only Big Ten victory with a dominating 5-2 performance. “We knew we would struggle in the Big Ten, but we felt like we had a legit chance to win this match because the guys worked hard and they were focused heading into this match.”» Sophomore Ronnie Hulewicz was a key part of the Spartan’s lineup playing at the number one singles spot. He made the jump from number five singles last year. Hulewicz posted the most overall wins, compiling a 23-15 record. Although the men finished the season 13-14, the future for the team looks bright. They are losing only two seniors and are hoping to add on to the youth and k “ SP.ORFROARD Arkon Cleveland State Detroi t UCF Florida Atlanticn Syracuse Toledo BowMing Green Evansville Western Michigan Cal Poly Santa Clara Michigan L,6-1 W,6-1' W,6-1 L,4-3 4-2 L,5-2 w,5-2 w.5-2 w,6-1 L,4-3 L,6-1 L,6-1 L,7-0 Eastern Michiganw,4-3 L,6-lj L,4-3 L,7-0 Bj, 6-1 Mi nnesota Iowa Wi sconsi n Northwestern Ohrao State Penn State Purdue Indiana Illinois Ohio State L,6M w,6-1 m,7-0 H 5-2 L,5-2 L,4-0 Ntbfiole Herffiif gives! teammate Man on No§ a passing high-five after a successful point. Herzog and Noe were the only succeSSful doubles partners during this match. 304 Varsity Sports: Women’s Tennis Telit: Jacob Kanggerz Photo: Veronica Nagy Design: BetiH ¡¡teer YOUNG FACES SERVING ACES i Women’s tennis team is young, aggressive, and improving The women’s tennis team is a very young team. How young are they? Of the 12 girls on this year’s roster, Christine Milliken is the only senior. A roster dominated by underclassmen may explain why the Lady Spartans have struggled to a 1-7 record in the Big Ten and a winless 0-9 on the road. However, Coach Simone Jardim can still point out some positives from the tough season. “We are getting better, that’s for sure. We’re getting stronger, improving the level of the team,” Jardim said. 'We’re expecting more, having higher expectations. The wins will come and we have done better this year than last.” Having high expectations is a must in Big Ten Women’s Tennis. Jardim said most of the teams are ranked, and the Lady Spartans’ only win came against Penn State, a convincing 6-1 win that many members of the team say has been a bright spot in the season. While the girls have struggled during their singles matches, except for sophomore Elena Ivanova’s 18-14 record, the team as a whole has a better percentage in doubles matches. Jardim believes the girls’ aggressiveness has really shown in their doubles this year. “Sometimes having a partner helps, having someone out there with you gives you more confidence, that sense that there’s somebody else there to pick you up,” she said. “We play really well as a team, and when we are together we feed off each other, so that makes the energy level higher,” freshmen Nicole Herzog said, who was one of the top three players in the starting rotation this year. Jardim said that the girls have played better inside this year than outside, mostly due to the faster courts indoors, resulting in shorter rallies. Off the court, the team unity has remained strong despite the season-long struggles. “Our team has really come together as a unit, and that’s something we haven’t had the past few years I’ve been here,” Milliken said, also one of the top players in the rotation. “That’s really working towards our advantage, and next year that should help out a lot.” “We are like a little family, and that really does help us on the court and off the court,” junior Whitney Wilson said, the third major part of the top of the rotation. “We can address what’s going on as a team because we can share everything with each other.” The team will most likely finish the season at the Big Ten Championships in Iowa City, Iowa. The Lady Spartans are hoping to win at least one round, but a few more wins would help the girls come closer to their goal of competing in the Big Ten. “Next year we are going to have a really good team, and next year we hope we can do better at the Big Ten,” Herzog said. Jardim is shooting for a Top 50 national ranking. It’s possible, considering her thoughts on the program’s newfound direction. “I think we’re finally in the right position to move forward,” Jardim said. With a slew of young talent, women’s tennis may very well be in that position. RflSTFR Amy Barton Kate;Binnen Renata de Palva liana GfflenteS. Nichole Her log Ivanova E1en a Milhel 1 e; LeB1 an|ty Chriltine Milliken? Manon Noe Michaela Sillsova J»I;ey Stick we 11 Whitney Wilson Fr Klm ah Juni or Freshman Sophomore Freihman Sophomore KreShman Seni or Juni or Freshman Siphomoie J u n i Ir Nicole Herzog, freshman, serves whMlH Manon Noè, j ■i o r MBS a itflSo pjp.o.n e n t H h Jpg ht-te'Fè Bia m 1 ost ove rail, H et™ g I Und BéiS) theSUma™ht t ÊÊWÊÊÊ »I t® . i mmmmw ! ft FiBshm^BMl iB HcxiW J mi or I .'AMhl^^Msav^MirÄ Be ¡«lenB 150(^Bter «ring Be ^K'1 •’ • Spartans gilrtan fi rst pi ace several Ih Junior Ash Iey l ìwrence p r e.p à o t h rBf'flj s h o t p u t. Last year MëMrance ree WM| the Spartans’ top five shot HOLDING STRONG Track team channels last season’s strong points As the team headed to Kentucky for the indoor season opener, focus was key. The men started the indoor season ranked 31st in the country and the women ranked 66th in the country. “The Kentucky Invitational is one of the best early season meets in the country,” Head Coach Walt Drenth said. “It is important we get in the right competitive mind set. Our program expectations are going up and a meet like this will not only give us an important point of reference for what the national level looks like, but also a point of reference for where we are jumping in for the season.” After ending on a good note last season, the team’s goal was to pick up where they left off and continue improving. One outstanding performance came from junior Kyron Foster who beat the defending national champion in the triple jump, setting the bar high for the rest of the season. The competition continued throughout the indoor season at the Notre Dame Invite where the men finished in first and the women in third. The team worked towards the indoor Big Ten Championships, posting qualifying times along the way. While the men were in Minnesota wrapping up the indoor season with a ninth place finish, the women were at Penn State University walking away from the Big Ten Championships with a tenth place finish. Again Foster showed his strength in the triple jump with a first place finish and a bid to the NCAA National Championships, where he placed sixth. Although the women had no first place finishes, junior Erica Mann had two top 10 finishes in the 60 and 200-meter dashes, while sophomore Leslie Aririguzo finished sixth in the 60-meter hurdles. “Overall, there were a lot of things the girls did well this weekend,” assistant coach Randy Gillion said. “We have been showing a lot of progress as a team at every meet this season, and this weekend was no different. Everyone competed strong and it’s nice to know we are only a few steps away from being in the middle of the Big Ten.” The outdoor season began with the Spartan Invite, the team’s only home meet of the season, where bad weather didn’t stop the Spartans from dominating on their home track. The team walked away with 17 first place finishes, including junior Ashley Lawrence in both i se Lefere the shot put and discus, junior Yury Ratomski in the 400-meter dash, and both the 4x100-meter and 4x400- meter relays, Mann in the 100-meter dash and junior Charelise Davis, who not only finished first, but also ran a personal best time in the 200-meter dash. The success on the outdopr track continued at the Indiana State Quadrangular where the men placed first and the women second. “We started off with really good performances from the men’s and women’s discus throwers. Both Emily MacLeod and Patrick Grosskopf went really strong all weekend long,” coach Drenth said. “I talked to the team about the importance of getting off the mark strong, and Hthought it was important for us to send a message as to how we were going to compete as a team.” The season continued with several relay meets where no team scores were recorded, but many school records were broken. Sophomore Brad Wentzel broke his own school record in the hammer throw with a first place finish at the Purdue Open and senior Emily MacLeod ran a 4:18 1,500-meter run at the Jesse Owens Classic posting not only a new school record, but also a record time in the Big Ten. “In terms of confidence and decision making, it has definitely helped,” MacLeod said. “But, I feel that most of the success this year is actually from the learning last year.” As the team headed to the Big Ten Championships, Coach Drenth pushed them towards their maximum potential. Both the men and women finished seventh in the Big Ten. Three team members received All-Big Ten Honors for including sophomore Becca Buchholtzfor the high jump, and two other teammates for the triple jump. Twenty-six individuals qualified for the NCAA Championships. “I don’t think there is any more pressure than what I already have on myself,” Buchholtz said of her achievements thus far in the season. “With this being my first national champion experience, I think that it is more exciting. Doing well at regional’s showed just how wall I can do at nationals.” Confidence is key when competing at a national level, as the qualifying Spartans have proved their talent in the past, all they can do now is perform at their highest potential. successf u 1 v a u It at the o n 1 y home meet of the season. Smith wn the event with the height of 3.81 meters. Varsity Sports: Track and Field Text: L e s 1 i e.jT i 1 s\o n El ig|Lefere Sign,: ViSari Vollmar Photo: Jennifer Garagagl SCORFBOARD Outcome Event lit,, W:3rd Notre Da nie Envite 8th Men ’Ü Big Ten 9th Women® Bi|| Ten Indiana S t âltJ QuadranguAl ar M:1st,, W:2nd M:6th ;, W:6th Brag Ten Champions hip;» Irado or . iHdoor M: TiffaS Eôs«S|||j runs the Women’s 3000- Meter Steepl wh®B fw the ffipt time at the Spartan InviB^SpC wfiBMBed abput i^roWTO' tBBralSH EsanMi^^M| “It’s tough, but i Jisn’t ■ m p o s s i b 1 e. ” InvnmatiB|^^^^T PnT^nsTlTrWhe111113 ^uB:n|5 •i|«Bl>artan I ! id verse v the B||gm was able to record 17 frkfit-pffiSBf |^ the | throughoigo.., i ti ons , | 307 SPARTANS’ FAST START GETS SPIKED Spartan volleyball team loses momentum after winning nine straight matches The Spartan volleyball team found themselves in a usual place at the beginning of the year when they won their ninth-consecutive MSU Showcase title with a victory over North Carolina. “The tournament really helped us in preparing for the Big Ten Conference schedule,” Cathy George said. “All of the teams we faced challenged us in their own ways, and it provided a great learning experience for our team.” The team was unable to grasp the concept of losing. They won nine straight matches while winning the Cleveland State Invitational, the UIC Invitational, and the Clemson Classic. The 12-0 record for the Spartans was their third best start to a season in program history. “[Senior Mischelle Nelson] had solid play to begin the season,” George said. “She added kills in clutch situations and put the ball down when needed.” After the fast start for the women, the team then dropped eight of their next 10 matches to begin the Text : Ijb'tt Berth'ülfe Big Ten season before winning their next two home Btff: Ei i si Lefere games in straight sets against Iowa and Wisconsin. Dgwi'n: Brendan Prost Unfortunately for the team, they only won one more match, a straight set victory against Purdue, to finish the season 17-15. In the final home game of the season against number 12 Minnesota, seniors Vanessa King and Mischelle Nelson were honored for their four years of hard work and were recognized as the first recruiting class of George’s to graduate. During the season, sophomore Natalie Emro led the team with an average of 10.65 assists per set, and King finished the season with a team high of 1.05 blocks average per set. On Nov. 29, the Spartans found out that they would be competing in their third NCAA post-season tournament. They were set to face No. 13 Kentucky. The team lost in straight sets, but Emro tallied 32 assists, and junior Allyson Karaba led the team with 18 digs. “I think that the last game was a summary of our season with its ups and downs,” King said. “We would get ahead, let them come back, get up again but then let them finish with the win. This was the last game of my career, but I will be back to help out the younger girls reach their potential.”!- Cathy George talks with the- te itn after the Ncv. 14 win ft a9ainst Purdue. This was George® fifth season as head coach at MSU. jua i or Al 1 y-:on ;yenne VanDerSteen ana for a bal I iaraba di ve a y a inst Purdue. Haiffil lePtheB^m wit. h 515 digs duri ng the season. Varsity Sports: Volleyball L,C3rl ■SCORFROARD Event Southern Cali forni a Allany NorthlCa r 3l i na Sy ralule Cleveland State CIeveland State Diquesne Georgi a «State UIC Firman C Tenis on Piesbyteri an Pirdue Ondiana |l 1 i n «Sa Nterthwe$tern Wi s'cons i n Iowa Ohio State Penn -Sflfte MiIfi gan Mi nnesota Iowa Wi sconsin Noifthwestern TI lynoi s I nn n a Pur dire Mi elfi gan Mi nnesota Penn State Ohyo State Kentucky Outcome w,.3-1 w,3-0 w,3-2 w,3-2 w,3-1 w,Ito w,3-0 w,3-0 w,3-1 w,3-0 w,it 2 w,3-0 L,3-1 w,3*- 2 w,3-1 L,3-0 L,3-0 L,3-1 L,3-0 L,3-0 193-2 W,3-0 w,3-0 L,3-1 L,3-0 L,3-2 w,3-0 L,3 - 2 L,3-2 L,3-0 L,H c; L,3-0 iiilH Senior Natalie EmB sets the bBl to an 1299 set assists thrgftgh’but ROSTF R Name Kyndra Abron Amy Dent 11nger Elizabeth Egerer Natalie Emro Ay•yson K a r a b a Mandi #araba Vanessa King Ayexi & Mathew^;: ,Mischelle Nelson Ni cole Peter Jenilee Rathje Megan $l|h,a'tzlM Cheyenne Va nlper Steen Carl i Weller BeccalZi a»$ Cl ass Sophomore Frelnman Fifes oman Soshomgre J Si o r Freshman Senior Freshman Seni or un i or Sophomjfre Junior Freshman Sophomore Sophomoire TheRpartanS,’ frontBöw gœB f» E block [|SBt Purdue Œ Now Î4». TheBfer tarla F®ld successiul1 y compìeted 276.5'blocks dá¡nB¡| the season. 309 Senior Franklin Gomez tried following up a memorable 2008-09 National Championship with something even more memorable, a repeat championship. Unfortunately, Gomez could only wrestle his way to a third-place finish in the NCAA Wrestling Championships in Omaha, Neb. “The respect the crowd showed felt good,” Gomez said, “I feel like it was a good way to end my career,” Gomez’s coach, Tom Minkel, could not agree anymore. “He is one of the very best,” Minkel said. “He’s had a spectacular career and he’s just such a fine young man.” After three open invitation tournaments to begin the season, the Spartans opened up with a 26-9 decision in their first match play against Eastern Michigan. The team got off to a quick start with wins by red shirt sophomore Ian Hinton at 174 pounds and redshirt sophomore Tyler Dickenson at 197 pounds. Gomez, who wrestled at 133 pounds, also helped the team close out Eastern Michigan with a victory. “It was an excellent team effort tonight,” Mikel said. “We had some tough, hard- fought matches, and I think it was the best team effort we’ve had in some time.” Following the victory of Eastern Michigan, the wrestlers faced an up and down Big Ten season. They received losses against Minnesota, Illinois, Iowa, Penn State, Ohio State and Indiana, but collected victories over Michigan and Purdue. They finished seventh with 68.5 points in the Big Ten Tournament. “We wrestled very, very hard as a team this year,” Minkel said. “The Big Ten HARD DAY’S WORK Wrestlers work to stay competitive every day Tournament was very successful for us in a lot of ways.” | ^gr aE\ i > Franklin Soni|g; quickly takes down h i s IjjSrdtte opponent, nisl|s wiS a B-l ai Gomez had H B H H H H i for f l 2010 NCAA championship. ■SCORFROARD Outcome W, 26-9 W, 24-9 L, 18-16 L 23;-12 W, 17-15 L, 3§-0 W, 20 •-13 L, 26-12 L, 30-7 L, 24-15 6th 7th 18th Event lattern Michigan West Virginia Minnesota |] 1 i noi s Milhigan ilwa Purdue Penn State Ohio State Indiana Bi giTen iChampi onshi ps. Big Ten Chanipionshi ps NCAA Championships ■ ¡■ if Gomez takes down a Minnesota wrestler. Gomez went on tp -take third a - t h e N C A A W rest 1 ing Champ ionsh l|§,: Varsity Sports: Wrestling Text: |ily Berthume Jennifer Garavaglia, AlipsaHane- Dej|:ign: Jeisica Haffyard Name Eric' Afters on Steve Andrus'S? 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Kaiser Raphaël Kailis; Kayla Kalmbach Maria Ka!mba|j| John Kamerm» Sarah Kamulski Justin hSera H® Kang Audrey K««sian Kevin MichaelEHkkainen Katherine Karl NadlraKässymkPalOva Mackenzie Kastl NichiBaflEÉdaras MÎquo Kauppi Stacey Michelle Kazmiêglki LagfiAnn Kew Jacklyn Rose Keeler Michaefteííeher Senior Portraits Juliann Kelley Meghan Kelley Emily Kelly j|lf|,lp.ll'Ji^ Nathan Kelly Shannon Kellyl Pif.dn& Kemp Christina Keig||ch Todd David Kennedy CHtlin Kennel Elizabeth Ken«n Kayla Elizabeth Kernya Wilma L Madina Khamzina Hémyon ffm n Motaz Khawaj Alyn Gladys Kiel Jason Kel3& Alina Kiiiar^B DongSik Kim:, BwpuHKim Hyeri Kim Ji Sun Kim Kyungmin Km tMinyepng Kim Näwung Kiw| Seong Jun Kim IRmin Kim |S|| Ah Kim fepyepn Kim lluifg Kim Sungwhan Kim TSiin Kim Yeon Kim •Young King iMBteKim YikyurS Kim • T||il E. Kim bel rHB| E. 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Kupiec Jesptaj Kushlgf Lina Maria - ustantin Kimberiy Kvorka •aniejle Lafatàì. i Kitty Lam ;R)%ennifer Palm Jarett Palmer Ricky Pannell Jr. Nicholas Paola V Jay Paquette Joseph Paquette j8ssi|| Pardon Jae Park MollB|rkep Domenique Andrea Parks Jlsephine Louise Parriljf LaJean D. Partmon Lmiren Pa|ljercf ^EatquCene-Pasko Chelsie LeaKssmore Jennifer Erin Passmore Karishpna Patel Kunjan Patel ■ Meera Patel Nipa Patel De'Marja Kai Patrick Shannon Patrick Kevin Patterson Latoya Pattlfen ’••¿/Christian Paulk Melissa Paulson 348 Senior Portraits Derrick Pauwels Kendeìl Pawelec David Elvis Pawlak Emily Pawlak*' Danielle Peck Kristen Peczynski Benjamin Pedersen Tames Peers ¡IhuangPei Katherine M. Peltz Javier Pena Bo Peng Kristen Pennington Elisabeth Michelle Pernicone Nicholas CPerreault James Perrine Julia Danielle PerroneM Rachel Perry Kelly Peterspn Zac&ry||Petrak Joshua Petrini ' Amanda Pfister D|fyeri Pham Thien Phffi^B Elizabeth Philbim pendali Philip Parafcnielle Phillips JennifeaPhilljps Nicole MariePhillips Allison Pianosi Œjrtrièm’ickarcÿ Megan Ewing Pierson Stephanie Piette EmMjJne#- Ireffrelli. Pipp C«|tina J. Pippen ftyan Pittrich Jennifer Ann Platte Christa Pline¿uí‘ .Kai‘.li Piucinski Natalie Poirier Lindsey Poligoffe Nicole Dominique Polliner . Danielle Pcliey Grace ?;' onia Kailey Plfe ©ia^foponea Lydia Pooo«ski fHchaa PdfemlS «Adam R. Porter Matthew William Porter Peter Joseph Posont Stephanie Potash |»ndrelv Poger Jodi Lp||ttaj LaShondra Dionpi^Potter ZachafmPoulffersl ^lilSta Povich JiSthad Powell LaKesha C. P^ell AmaMafraiH Adityaiirathilpatti Mandy Prafey FlorialJPribadi Michellellrice OuimBs-hley Prifl# Megan PriSsi JBfifianda Ro® Fille Laura Prwin jlbree Ashley Prffif William Zachary Pipth LsfMatth(MAPun§i MicInaSPurgell Megan Pu«i Juliawl Putman Kafe MarieButman Rachel Pfellitm Mared Biiivalow™ Douglas Rabaut ilizabeth Rabidoux Kail|ralfedclif5 KeHn Raehtz Narges Rahman 350 Senior Portraits Kevin Rakes Scott Rakes AsljraRakestraw Alejandra Ramirez Carmen Miranda Ramirez vSana Ramirez India RamÉj¡|Hj Kondra Rafis' i|annah finger ferah A. Rankin Wesiypathbun-: Irohn Eldon Raven Eric J. Ravnikar Justín-Ra&e®^ Harimanda Razafindramanana ¡gaul D.ileqçjhia Haritha Reddy- Jennifer Reed Robert LouisMeed Ricardo^Rfego Kel t y Regula »hn^Bm-äpn Maureen Repiann ^mr^Binart Nfefliéi nc^^g Theodore Reinhart E^Reitgr Dani^pekant, Jeremy ReSrd Mllhail Revyakln C*f¡Marie Refina R«n!|!Wve Reynold^B TAriafÄynolds Michael Raymond fSoby Katherine Rhodes- AndriMRichards Krystal Richardson Shelley Richbdw Adam Richter phi i stop ha* R ifetta FmlMies RachelStiaine Riggs Marissa Rose Righetti . Elizabeth Rilley . Justin RiopeMe John Risk MatthewflbsRobb Matthew Robbie Zakk Robert«; Timmie Othelle Roberts Jr. Katie Robertson Maribeth Robertffln Matthew Robertsofo Anna Robinson Hpllista Robinson David AlexandertRobinsOn Duane W.D.vRobfison Ellen Robinlln Erin RoKnson Gregory Brian Robipoffe Kristin^ffl Robinson R«helle Anita RobiMbn 6p||iS'e Rockey Oliver Rodriguez At^Hper Roed'er BEnJSiRogeiis Katielfbhn AMSh^^S Maine Alvapl Roland] Merek Leo Roman ■ Casey|H©;k Kelsip Lyn R®bt Mark Roper Elena RgBl Maria Carmen-RMas Britt RojSiy Avery Rdsis Kristin Rose Tyler Ripi Megan' L. Roil; Kathf|n Rostan Jafl||Rtfam Lisa||©t@nheber Katlferine Rotlflpl 352 Senior Portraits •Ian Rotnney llf|fiil||owe Casey Rowfejffei lliquelyn Rowley Arcs Roplfpg? EfliaMoyge William .RopraBH Ashle| Rudolph Erie Rue Egabeth Lpfgine Rummel Sena^outhwick -unestari Kimfoerlyilungjj Andrew J. 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Sa»gi JohH^caramucoi Jennifer Lynne Sjlarff EmiiMcha^ifer Nf§qle Schacndbrf Krmberiyiichaub Jonathan; Schemer • Jacob Ihini ^».natha r»c h i mr Nicae Schippel MegihMhira Daniei SIhleh I indsaifflhimill Raymond Ishmidt S^Mnie'Schmitt DanielSfchmitz ■Wjiam Schneflilj ^icffpl^fthoil Pa rah i§lffinh'e|i Hale^PfiraBbm raikPchreefel Melisfa S^shrin;e| I I j i wRea Scj|Heder BBaiaa p- . eder Joshijrapchultz Laura Schultz Blaitj^piyartl Robert Schvtttz feJrhii'nn harillr Bisten MariJssIBrino Kyle BuB J^lica-ReneepBt Latiryn Ral^^&tt RfMJcgtt para BethS'm I ill ¿lai'q^ea brook NickbBBars ^Catherine Scdlak Linsey Seitz R4,nnapelgert WrrinPemb^M Brandon Semrau Xeniy^plbina ifijchelle Seper Josh Sewa-d-Ca-rasqail ol 354 Senior Portraits Matfé$8Hbn Ruchi Shah jjfjpn ShallQf.“.?' Ma® Irene Shannon Sarah Shapiro MegSij. ■ lf«Ì Shangyun Shi Shaheen Shid™ Daniel Shillair Jet-min Shin Rachel Shina , Tasha'D Shines Joseph Shipman Chadwick Shirk Abdulkadi|Ì>ra«^H thristinAhoripr Gré|l||^^hun Shll|r Jr. ;Saurav Shresth.a Mjaivell ShuftJi|g^ Eric V. Shutman lan Sibini'p-v ■Audrianna LffigSibiski Emj|*§heneder Anthojoyf|cffano Elise Sidiosk^^ Raglel Sieloif :.e, Malani M. Jimmons Ashle||Si|§ims AmancH Simon Wiliie Sirns- Shahmi llham Sinan l|orawar HnghjB Joshua Sinnaeve JulffSinon ling|leuM&i | Amand%MìisKÌ Erikalglalll TrishapScum Russell Slusarczyk Salena Smedley Caitl i nBmeHìge KM/i^Smilel Ambermjfth Bianca Denise Smith Chanelie Srn' I Christian Smith DilelBackfeiSi ElSgieth^mith ^BiatheiMmith Ian Smith Jason HengHraitli): Jeffrey Smith ^B)hnetla Smitfc ■Ui|^a Mane§|mith Mstk^miilh M i c he 11 e |Ste n Smith -Smith ||h f|:hard|frnith Stephen§|mith Whitney Smith fctn FramSSmytl Nicole||nabe| Mea$an Sna®?l|' RaqulIBnffer Giordana Sobel Kendra Sokol Christopher foj’imano JebnB^gpipm Natasha Solomon ■ Janelle||omt|HviH S°B|rl|Son HB)h-Mih|Song Whi^Hppj|nka I -AlaS^nske Stephanie L. Sparks Mollmpi&rin Emily So ® Brian Jonars Besana Spielberg: Agnil||ka*Spieszn|i Cheisey 6. Spriggi Hope Miringstead Tim Stachelski 356 Senior Portraits Jantàèl'iStatdèr Emily Stall lld am llarks Brian J. Starr Bamqfeon Jo®ph Starr Shanllllmer Randy lieffej, Benjamin Stein GregSaStein MsaMMRibk Su mira Stein Step! ;• Älepn.e ; Brian||||llns Vanessa fwen| Helenajltevvart Ryan^t^Sart' Malfeiles EmHran :ith llieph sSiko AnthonyJemnom^Stöi® Jr. Bart Stonerajp I* n lit StaÉfcy Kaite Sputen Elizibeth StMKnburg Daniel fearer iitauren Nicole Stifmland HaroldMtrSg Andrifillpiiska Jennifer Stuard Lorgi Tiffan.y^®ll David Suggs IV li-Wonlfuh AnidriJHi'l I ¡¡gift - Hhristopher Sullivan Mika Sumffi^tò Katherini'find berg R0tal Thomallsuner ll Jes * Lynnl|urd|^M Heplfanie^jüther lifianyl^pi^wboii Eriegjpfeon Ashley Mariet§|@rt§ NicholasiS'Warti ■|a|itlinJSyeeney Garrettglezane Emily »SwiK»' Rachel|swyer- Stephanie Symons Me^n-STOtfly Kathryn SzynkfeVvski Melissa DahielBTalamc^™ * "6ze Man Veroni^BaW Nifcl^LTan|§ff |«§eph Michael Ipse Jr. ^Bn^K. Taylor Nat-fiaffa'el Taylor «¡fiTayl* Susan llegardindackson Capri Tph is- ^@Jl^e|j|Tepp Simonelepfel N icq\MI Terry ru ktavft TeSlha Sisa m a r i e An i e I atfefm a n MatthewThaS Thom'aM"heisen ^^fehiTlrelen Jennifer I herrian hBnBrhoei® DeArfifeWhomas La-uitfn Thomas Eo|fe Anthony Thomas S'hanek'a Thomas TanishOTThomal Caitli n Th om psdn GfWandra ThompsOTi ■ MaggiWhomj||j§ '’Markgornwh- Evan Thor.lakson Tometka Thurman Michael Joesph Tiano Ja>c®Mp|TilM 358 Senior Portraits David Tindle Giuliana ' ireila • • SgamuefTkae Dhaniale Ciara Tobias Nelly Tomas Alexandra Tomflik Sarah'TomipH Blva.na IrinaTotap Mallory Totzke |pay«Tdi\Sgs Kristen NicholeTown® JosMMHaBn ypiabeth Kffln Traeeygffi Adam Tran H Nha'mBran ¡»h Tran «iiang-Tran AlexTrasM HhristopherTravigiia Alina TredSu :%aliare§jTremanti Shane Jay-L^Hne'Tr^t KyleTrepfw-^ Joseph TroMn^B • ¡niter Irotta Piyson Truditl Craig Trudell WeiTsao Matt iky Turrkes Sw®K|otte SieriiJBan Brandon Uhl Emma LijfJen III rich Bajijamin Underwood Kate HaitisH Ashli 0|§iiS| Upchutbh David Uschvraff KimbpS'SMAUsSalo Pelp-VaJHBj Roch.eje Brooke Vallade Roiltalle - ¡IgfaMöhica NigolÄVan Ar||l Vanderboght :AshlepVanderBroek Joy Elizabeth VanafrWeBle MSaah^landeveer Val ri Va n DewSlfti KyleVandonkHaar Elizabeth JlhrFleteren Mitchell JamewanSumeren Änthonyfcn\A/oTerkd'Kr! Gina Rae Varner Jobin John VarughaM I^Reph^MfÄh i o -Sa rlhlMaefedoteh Jezreel Annehi&ua Philip ||enhoven ^Btepjpnie Jlfella Kunäl ilrnfiä HÄ \|paj Heidi ffck GynthiaVictoria Samantha Victoria -iBJ* l'il Ri Martin D.Villarreal ^Kyllt/incek BrentH||§h Krisnna Vista rakula ■ Abllin|lsiaptalJ Stepte^niÄsthercl BEBifSVoeilfeer AlSÄöglesong! Brandon DkVolsan Marti nfMaeif Därice4/u©ng Kelly Wagner «ffljexander Walker Brad Walker rahayM Eugene Walken Allia Wallte Daycy Wallace Wallace 360 Senior Portraits aBrianne Walsh trica Waltz Michael Wandersee llhenChen Wa'lg Sffi$isin Wang*-1 : Michael Warakomski Kati^Waäkgi Erika Warda JameflWardrop Irian Warner Ajfron Warshay Matthew Waselik Lindsay Washeles;ki Jamal J||§|shingtoh Evan Michael Wasserman Cecelia Wasjrap|n| Dayna Watson M i chael Watso^H Jarome Watts Samantha Wax AndrigvWay ■ Michael Webber Mallory Weddon Sa rada Weerasmghfi Nic||plas Weil Welland James Weiner Danielle A. Weich Michael Welch [laiiren ElyseVBpr R^ertlun^H Eytoria Wells ^«athan\®|er Ya Wen Nicholjffl Wendling Bah Wenkel Alicia Wentz. ff BpttWerblow Anthony Wepett^H Phillipe>Wprnette Sarah LouipWe^Ètte H naeWèltÉ»o k Düne Western: Amanda Marie Westrick :ChadWeS|J& DcSnis Wey. Tamikai^enee Whal jfs Kristine Whali DÄ|:etriip Alexanii] White .omonimie Roche! White Erieäffiiij JenniMAric^mhite NeiEWhite Jesllfca WhitÄrst Al'lisön Whitfield ^ajrtne^Vhitmbre Nichol@|ffi:kená MarUWiekman Alyso"®!Wielfaert Allffon Wielg« Daniel Wilcox Lydia’Wfey fâibriana Wilkins! Heather Wilkinson Ale i s h ajiS^Wj 11 i a m s April Y. Williams David Williams Doretha • -'Han Williams Jennifer William! Lea h Williams Sean Xavier Williams AnthonpViSs Erika E.Mjlis JenrSef WiJIner Ashl^oHH ■ *jBieannaWilp)n David M. Wiiffiin Elizabeth Ruth Wijscsl Emma Lucille Wils-^l'oS Jennifer Wilt •' Kyie WirriDush Emily-Winn Sasha Will Megan Wisely 362 SeniorPortraits Katelyn N. Wiseman Sara WisSs-ki CasSfdra Wissink Karlie Witbroj§t Jinan Witherspo&m Jacob Wlttbrodt fl^Wnuk HeathepjWeJMrts ' Kevin WcMik Brittney Wojtaszek Danjei Wolf Hilary-.Wolf Blten Magljsa Wolfe m&mmn Sharijffflke Ka-Bng Wong Kris^n Wong BBonicSaWBod Brent Thomas Woodmajl Katie Woods Gwendolyn ■ Woolfolk Kr>winajWorkman fjaris Wright J Amy Pinar Zerfral |B(ian-'Zh'avn'g'' Kf|®nglinph;ang HËiaowa n Zhar g ■aggdore Michail Älpski BprhZrérrieH reyS m merma n Mar^-Caitlin Z®b| Nada zlfidy Whitney Zojl Gina ZOratti Katie’<§Siker Steven SBil Christopher Z®ck Zyskottski 364 Senior Portraits •V - ¡gfgb SS HUH kus Spartan dHed ftregMr ogesi rejJ taMel s»®r their mring grjduati on. Congr a t u1 a tio n s to B H s of Design: The Red Cedar Log was produced completely on Macintosh computers for page layouts, photo editing and word processing. All computers were networked through a LaCie 19” Rack NAS Ethernet Disk. Software used included Adobe CS3 Master Suite and Microsoft Office 2004. Other software included Spyder3Elite 3.0.1. Type: All body copy and headlines were created within the Helvetica family. All captions, folio and page numbers were within the Letter Gothic Standard family. Photography: The photography of the Red Cedar Log, with the exception of senior portraits and some outside submissions, is wholly the original work of the photographers that worked orS this issue. The cameras and flash units used were from the Canon product line, with a combination of Canon and Sigma lenses. Some photographers chose to use their personal equivalent equipment. Advertising: Educational Services, Inc. was the Red Cedar Log’s advertising company. They provided the yearbook with 16 pages of black and white advertisements. Finance and Operation: The Red Cedar Log is an entirely student-run publication; designed, produced and managed by students. Each semester, ASMSU provided a set amount of revenue through student tax dollars, which equals about $3 per student, for the publication of the yearbook. As students returned to school in August, the previous year’s yearbook could be picked up at various local book stores and in on-campus buildings. For a small fee, alumni can have books shipped to them. All expenditures were paid for with funds earned through partnerships with Lauren Studios and Educational Services, Inc. Content in the yearbook were determined by the Editor-in-Chief, the Content Managing Editor, the Photography Managing; Editor and the Design Managing Editor with a consideration of requests from student organizations to be featured in the publication free of charge. There were no funds received from the university. A total of 16,000 copies of the 400-page, full-color yearbook printed from Jostens Inc., costing about $131,000. Copyright: The Red Cedar Log is copyrighted by Matthew Mikus, Editor-in-Chief. No part of this book may be reproduced without prior consent. Acknowledgements: Thank you for all your help. We couldn’t have done this without you. Mike Lafferty, Tim Ross, everyone from the Jostens plant, Paul Bilgore, Everyone from LaureiiS Studios, Debra Gleason, Brian Jeffries, Shannon Spainhower, Kyle Dysar|| Chris Schotten, John Vandercruyssen, Eric Endlich, Kyle Hartwig, Kathy Waliczek and Jesse Spears. ■:d jpe dyMi' ■ E] ft for a gjS^M Rg ’ s year H!‘ Wl family bond. ISil * r^B Red Cedar Log Staff IfttHpj photographer Veronica Na<3W^i^»ijia5i|iEnSv' as Photo EdifflS A||plflilne e q u i p m e n%i|^B).iìi»l^^B!p g e .clJML The closet was fui1 °f var i '^31 Former staff photographer iSren k.S, 1 Al issa Lane, and photog«pher E^BKfH pllpara for a helicopter ride. ThlH phowf®pheHf 1 ’©w Rlir BEpus* f o r^àéiri a 1 rmer a .fi Mason Robinson 2010 RED The Red Cedar Log is an award-winning, professional publication produced by students- students who have a passion for writing, photography, design, business, editing and producing a yearbook that many students and alumni will cherish and keep for years. Producing a four hundred page book is no small feat, and every year brings a new set of challenges. After a long, difficult year, we created a book that shows the individual voices that together, make up Michigan State University. Our approach this year was a little different. Before the start of the 2009-2010, our editorial staff decided to try a new approach. We focused our creative energy behind one central idea “Pieces of the Whole.” Based on the theme, we decided to focus on individual people, groups and events that were part of the experience of Michigan State University. [ Though we can’t cover every event that happens on this great campus throughout the year, we hope that our book helps you think about your individual moments in college. Whether it be skipping class, joining student organizations, or going to sporting events, we hope this book brings back memories of your time at Michigan State and reminds you how you are, and always will be a Spartan. 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Lopatofsky, Emily Los Angeles Loune JEove, Erik Loyola Marymount Lucas, Jeff Lucas, Kalin Lucianek, Stephen Lucious, Korie Luckoff, Andrew punar New Year Luo, Yang Lupo, Santo Lustig, Emily Lyght, Deanna Lyman Briggs College Lyndrup, Alix Lynn-Vogel, Aaron Lyon, Brenan Lyon, Rob Lyons, David M.A.C. Avenue 151 096, 097 217 228 210,211 158 217 296 189 146 217 158 255 152 156 207 282, 283 168 224,225 171 292 149 166,262 292 262, 265 151 209 217 145 202 158 024, 036 155 153 311 101 148 118 156 190 224 285 272 164 102, 103 091 158 191 283 291 152 036, 037 153 272 178 157 254 122 156 095 095 078 MacDonald, Samantha Mach, Andy Machak, Drew Mackay, Julie MacLeod, Emily Macomb Mac’s Bar Madden, John Maddock, Kristen Magee, Nick Mahoney, Kathryn Maibusch, Alexandra Maki, Mo Maksimoski, Matt Makuch, John Malnor, Laura Man in the Mirror Manoli, Aurthur Marcinkowski, Alex Mario Kart Markert, Abby Markey, Amber Markis, Jeff Marotta, Joe Marry Fossum Invitational 280, 281 Marsh, Jon Marshall Music Company 225 Marston, Matt Martinez, John Mary Mayo Mason Massa, Maddi Massman, Matt Mathews,Alexis Matthews, Logan May, Lee 147 260 116, 117 242 281 300 309 167 102,103, 148 151 Mistry, Amar Mittleman, Hannah Mixed MartialArts Mobile Disability Modern Greek Club Moeller, Jenn Moffitt, Kelly Moidunny, Manzur Molle, Jessica Monticciolo, Megan Moore, Rachel Morgan, Jennifer Morgan, Raymar 150 157 042, 043 060, 061 196 159 282, 283 150 158 158 207 206 166,241, 262,264 Morici, Mathew 148 Morley, Kelsey 282, 283 Morris, Will 278 Morse, Sean 101 Mortenson, Kate 030, 031 Mory, Chris 278 Moseley, Matthew 278 Mott, Adam 143 Motz, Anna 212 MSU Alma Mater 174 MSU Alternative Media Alliance 135 052, 053 032 178 173 296 158 100,101, 166,167 Munn Ice Arena 118 Murawski, Kattie 143 Murickan, Thomas 150 Murphy, Brooke 156 Murphy, Chad 152 Murray, Meaghen 210 Murray, Mindi 090 Murray, Paul 152 Murry, Rachel 159 Mushiri, Chenai 278 Muslim Sudent Organization 035 Mussett, Michelle Myers, Jon Myers, Lauren Myrold, Erica MSU Crew MSU Democrats MSU IQ Dance Team MSU ROTC Mueller, Jordan Munaco, Marissa Munn Field 290, 291 145 136 179 256n N*SYNC Nagel, Jaclyn Nagel, Liz Nakfoor, Lindsay Nash, Lizzie National Coney Island, Inc National Coney Station National Day of Silence Nawriz Nayler, Zachary NCG Cinema Neal, Taira Neff, Aimee Neithercut, Kristen Nelson, Jarret Nelson, Mischelle Neuder, Michelle Neumeyer, Krista Nevils, Joi New Community New Mexico State New Moon New York Newall, Kirstie Newby, Erica Newby, Erin 211 100 281 157 156 .164 164 066 234, 235 153 200, 201 283 281 158 145 308, 309 291 159 257 023 262 200, 201 069 155 207 207 278, 279 151 146 159 159 107 074, 075 Newman, Jack Nezam, Hazim Nicholas, Chris Nichols, Ellie Niezgoda, Mary Nighswonger, Elizabeth Nighthawks Nightmare on Bouge Street 183 Nill, Trevor 286 Nintendo 64 122 Nirenberg, Sarah 281 Nitz, Gretchen 143 Nix, Derrick 262 Noe, Manon 304, 305 Nogle, Tracy 269 Norman, Matt 225 Norris, Kate 156 North American Indigenous Student Organization North Carolina Northern Iowa Northwestern 063 076, 088 264 171,262, 277 274, 292 Notre Dame Nunez, Gabriel Alexander 230 Nurashima, Megumi 197 Nutt, Dan 149 Obarzanek, Ryan O’Bryant, Jayme Ochoa, Abilene O’Donnell, Alan O’Donnell, Erin Oeschger, Chris Office of International Scholars O’Flynn, Samantha Oginsky, Joe Oh, David Ohio State Ojibwa Oklahoma State Olanowski, Eric Old Horticulture Olin Health Center Olson, Juliet O’Malley, Pat Onderlinde, Thomas Onwellen, Kevin Oomen, Nick Oonk, Charlotte Open to Interpretation Orchard Street Orlando Orlando, Gene Oscars Osterman, Dan Overbeck, Chelsea Owosso Oxford University OxyClean 151 299 230 311 128 147 Students and 035 156 054, 055 150 269, 286 062 267 311 032 088,089, 125,131 173 151 174 147 147 155 225 122 091 302 087 311 113 054 133 093 K I T - PF. Changs Pac Div Padilla, Lori Pahm, Paolo 019 244 299 152 Paige, Janer Paljaj, Joe Palmer, Carley Palmer, Dave Palmer, Maggie Palmieri, Nick Palmisano, Drew 155 292 158 146 158 311 286,287, 288 Panda Express 096 Panhellenic 081 Paola, Nicholas 137 Papa, Chris 149 Parayil, Mark 150 Park, Han-Guru 132 Parlapiano, Danielle 107 Parmar, Anand 150 Parrett, Caitlin 143 Parzyck, Julia 136 Pasmanter, Nate 242 Past The Pacific 225 Patel, Mona 249 Patel, Rupal 248 Patel, Vinay 150 Paulk, Ralph 198 Paulsen, Andrew 141 Pawlik, Stacey 155 Payne, Zach 152 Peace Corps 085 Peanut Barrel 114 Peel, Taylor 159 Penn State 031 Pennsylvania Academy of Art 073 204, 205 286 151 149 215 196 158 309 296 296, 297 296 286 156 066, 207 125 065 088 088 155 269 152 159 156 251 296 110 093 158 158 157 134 153 268, 269 260 207 155 168,169, 246,247 199 281 062, 150 073 159 088 158 291 People’s Church Perlini, Brett Perliski, Brian Perreault, Nick Perrenoud, Spencer Persian Student Association Petcoff, Madeline Peter, Nicole Peterson, Chelsea Peterson, Hannah Petri, Danielle Petry, Jeff Pfeifer, Ericka Pfost, Nick Pharaon, Terry Phillipich, Erica Philly Cheese Steak Dubs Physical Therapy Cllinic Physical Therapy Club Piatek, Ariel Piechowski, Mandy Piepsney, Kevin Pietila, Hilary Pilchak, Madeleine Pines, Emily Pines, Megan Pipper, Robbia Pitcher, Carson Plaggermars, Susan Pohl, Colleen Polidori, Stephanie Pomeroy, Sarah Poole, John Poole, Porsche Popp, Trey Port-au-Prince Portrey, Lindsay Posner, Mike Pound, Ezra Powers, Caroline Pow-Wow of Love Prakash, Nallani Pratt University Pratt, Maggie Pre-Med Association Prentice, Jessica Press, Camille Pre-Veterinary Medicine Association 067 063 228 Price, Kristen Prickett, Lauren Pride Week Prom Pridel, Lloyd Prigge, Danielle PRISM Pritchett, Shebly Psychas, Austin Puerto Rico Pure Power Pedicab Purtzer, Heidi Pustelnik, Courtney 157 155 066 145 155 057,059, 066 155 152 230 068 299 090 H Quay, Teresa Quin, Ryan Qur’an I 219 122 050 Radelet, Sam Rademacher, Andrew Ragunathan, Rahul Rajner, Amanda Ramirez, Jose Rampaging Pygmy Puffs Ramsaier, Jenny Rassel, Rachel Rateliff, Nathianel Rathje, Jenilee Ray, Joe Readdy, William Reader, Justine Red Bull Schlittentag Red Carpet, Green Dress Red Cross Red Hot Chili Peppers Redmond, Ellyce Reens, Kate Rees Jones Tournament Reest, Morgan Regan, Emily Rego, Ricardo Rehor, Kate Reichard, Abby Reigler, Nick Reile, Lisa Reinhart, Kori Reinink, Alex Reiss, Ryan Rekant, Dan Relay For Life Rensing, Damon Rent Residence Hall Association 063,124, 168,169 292 260 213 159 035 074 299 159 162 309 167 148 155 222 087 207 103 155 159 279 155 290, 291 121 296 159 147 157 296 291 095 144 238 292 045 Residential College of Arts and Humanities Resource Center for Persons with Disabilities 183,215 Reynolds, Raymond Reynolds, Ryan Rhoads, Dusty Riachardson, Clark Ricca, Brittany Ricchio, Maria Rice, Leah Ricelli, Anna 085,108, 109 164 255 218 303 158 155 143 155 Rie Rie Rie Rih Riï Rir Rir Rit Rit Riz Ro Ro Ro Ro Ro Ro Ro Ro Ro Ro Ro Ro Ro Ro Ro Ro Ro Ro Ro Ro Ro Ro Ro Ro Ro Ro Ro Ro Ro Ro Ro Ro Ro Ro Ru RU: RU: RU: RU' Ru Ru- Ru- Ry: Ry< I * 1 Sai Sai SA Sai Sai Sal Sai Sal Sal Sal Sai Sai Sai Sai Sai Sai Sai Sal 159,Rijpma, Floor Ricondo, Jeff Rihtarchik, Chase Rich, Jason Rick’s American Café 078 114,220, 221 292 260 285 057, 059 RING Ringer, Javon 274 Rinnan, Rory 149 Ritchie, Laura 155 Ritter, Tyson 192 Rizqallah, Joe 311 Roberts, Chris 260 Robertson, Andrew 118 Robinette, Courtney 159 Robinson, Rochelle 283 Robinson, Shawn 146 Robson, Taylor 260 Rochester Hills 187 Rocket, Johnny 065 Rockwell, Shelby 291 Rocky Horror Picture Show 045 Rodden, Danny 144 219 Rodeo Club Rodriquez, Selina 283 Roe, Delvon 240, 262 Roehmer, Christian 303 Roeser, Rob 145 Rogers, Rebecca 299 Rohde, Stuart 153 157 Rohn, Katie 194 Rolle, Carlton Rolnitzky, Justin 144 Roof, Jonathan 260, 261 152 Roosenburg, Josh 152 Rose, Curtis 239 Rose, Julia 278, 279 Ross, James Rotenheber, Lisa 143 Roundtree, Roy 190 270 Rousseau, Alex 156 Rousseau, Celeste Rowe, Andrew 286 074 Rowling, J.K. 204 Roys, Rache Rucker, Chris L. 190 Rueber, Jeffery 148 271 Russeau, Alex 238 Russell, Hillary Russian Club 035 227 Rutecki, Michelle Rutherford Street 065 201 Rutkowski, Jessica Rutzen, Janel 255 Ryan, Jen 155 !91Ryan, Martin 260 Sacco, Jason Sachs, Evans SADA Fashion Show Sadler, Michelle !4, Sadler, Savannah 59 Safe Halloween 220 145 136, 137 143 249 182, 183 15 Saginaw Valley StateUniversity 078 147 122 155 159 180 210 150 157, 158 209 155 133, 144 Sahr, John i8lSalhadar, Sarny Salley, Jessie Samberg, Meg San Antionio Sanchez, Dominique Sandhu, Vikram Santarossa, Vanessa Sarb, Eric Sass, Rachel Satin, Jake Index: Mi stry - Thon Sunrise Ct. Suri, Max Surnow, Max Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure 185 189 145 255 226 296 088, 089 171 180 143 178 254 272 Swanteck, Kayla Swartz, Ashley Sweeny, Morgan Sweet Dreams Sweet Sixteen Swift, Matt Swift, Taylor Swope, Christy Sydow, Olivia ■ * 296 Tait, Kelsey Taking Back Sunday 193 Tallmadge, Olivia 155 151 Tarsi, Ben Tashjian, Marie 080 Tederington, Tom 118 282, 283 Teike, Shanthi 264 Tennessee Tetrick, Caitlin 187 277 Texas Tech Thai Student Organization 035 225 The Beatles 134, 135 The Big Green The Black Eyed Peas 178 The Black Sheep 186, 187 224, 225 The Blue Effect 187 The Daily Mini 171 the Eurythmics 162, 163 The Fray 225 The Hangers On 176, 177 The Holcad 114,184, The Landshark 185 201 173 102, 103 135,176, 177,187 163 232 292 182, 227 156 269 146 267, 269 146 153 156 156 155 292, 293 225 147 The Wheel Theis, Ann Marie Thenlen, Ryan Theta Chi Thomas, Alaina Thomas, Brittney Thomas, Ian Thomas, Jasmine Thomas, Sean Thomas, Zachary Thomasson, Lyndsay Thompson, Catherine Thompson, Elizabeth Thompson, Spencer Thompson, Ty Thon, Greg The Lord of the Rings The Rock The Standard The State News 389 Satrang Sauve, Paul Savage, Chavonna Saxon, Tom Saydee, Cyrus Sayles, Devan Sayre, David Scanlon, Kate Scarfone, Ryan Scarlet, Selame Scarpaci, Rachel Schafer, Emily Schatzle, Megan Schecter, Coby Scheldt, Stephanie Schenk, Josh Schiffauer, Courtney Schmid, Joe Schneider, Michael Schofding, Melissa Schomberger, Hilary School of Packaging Schottenfels, Abby Schroeder, Lauryn Schulte, Carolyn Schumacher, Ryan Scout BANANA Seaton, Dave Sebring, Missy Secord, Sloan Selasky, Kristen Selis, David Sendek, Michael Senior Class Council September 11th Sergo, Megan Sevec, Lindsay Shaba, Jeremy Sharma, Shivan Shaw, Stephanie Shean, Joey Shearer, Kyler Sheats, Paige Shegos, Abby Shegos, Courtney Shelgren, Brock Shelton, Molly Shemka, Cortney Sher, Taylor Sherman, Garrick Sherman, Kelly Shin, Jaepum Shuangya, Sun Shubert, Megan Shupe, Daniel Shynal, Jesse Siddall, Nancy Siegel, Reid Sigma Chi Sigma Nu Sigma Phi Epsilon Silesova, Michaela Silverman, Justin Silverstein, Jill Simon, Lou Anna K. Simoneau, Aaron Simpson, Tim Sinacola, Lauren Sirlin, Alyssa Skelly, Mike Sklar, Emily Slade, Isaac Slam Poetry Team Slattery, Hannah Slemer, Nicole Slingerland, Jillian Sliva, Laura Small Planet Smeltzer, Rebekah Smietana, Jordan Smirles, Jordan Smith, Elliott 248 254 178, 179 295 292 137 292 156 152 205 155 226 309 144 104, 105 144 267 151 151 159 159 220, 221 183 254 110 143 032 145 239 272 159 145 151 250 176 155 155 228 146 291 286 152 159 157, 158 296 286 158 156 158 262, 265 291 146 216 155 148 291 158 144 239 020 238 305 144 244 127,207, 400 271 260 296 159 157 158 163 198, 199 158 143 158 173 103 272, 273 159 159 179 Smith, Fiona Smith, Jocelyn Smith, Kelly Smith, Kelsey Smith, Kelsey Smith, Kristen Smith, Taylor Smooth Criminal Snicket, Lemony Snoeck, Jacqlin Snow, Taylor Snyder-Phillips 106, 107 291 207 121 269 272, 273 159 178 076 210 156 024,183, 211 143 129 280, 281 107 155 196 180 178, 179 113 171, 174 157 257 088 134 270,272, 273 Spartan Marching Band 031, 091 Spartan Remix 059 Spartan Spirit Craft Night 173 Spartan Stadium Spartan Stampede Spartan Weekly Sparticipation Sobel, Diordana Solack, Alex Solberg, Lindsey Solo, Kelsea Solomon, Carrie Soltani, Soroor Somerset Mall Soul Night Soule, Tyler Sounds of Homecoming Sparks, Kristie Sparks, Sarah Sparrow Hospital Spartan Edge Spartan Invitational 118, 190 218 135 015,079, 100,101 Spartini 135 202, 203 Sparty’s Hanukkah Party 101 Sparty’s Pep Rally 254, 255 Sparty’s Spring Party Spickler, Matt 145 143 Spivey, Brandon Splash of Color 106, 107 Sprague, Jay 286 122 Sprigett, Brandon 084, 085 Springstead, Hope St. Patrick’s Day 226 Stace, Levi 311 Stander, Olivia 296 292 Stanek, A.W. 167 Stanke, Kyle 164 Staples, Ashley Star Wars 201 085 Starbucks Stasiak, DeeDee 159 State of Fiths 205 Stauffer, Brian 157 085 Steel, Danielle Stefanides, Brittni 159 292 Steinlage, Avery Steinmetz, Kristin 156 Sterberg, Josh 151 Stern, Sarah 296 145 Stevenson, John Stewart, Jenny 113 221 Stewart, Michelle 305 Stockwell, Ashley 230 Stoll, Crystal 159 Strand, Devon Strasberger, Seth 144 144 Stratford, Siman Stratton, John 303 Strauss, Jake 144 Student Alumni Foundation255 Study Abroad Fair Sturgeon, Marty Sturges, AJ Sucharski, Nick Sugerman, Justin Summers, Durrell Sun, Mark Sunkarapalli, Vishal 132, 133 176 286 286 144 262, 263 213 150 Thornton, Austin Thorpe, Ryan Thorstad, Stephanie Thriller Tigue, Alyssa Timko, Melissa Tischler, Sara Tobin, Jenna Todd, Breanna Todd, Drake Toli Toloff, Alex Tony the Taxi Man Topolinski, Erin Topy Cup Torres, Rosa Towns, Tony Toy, Elizabeth Tricozzi, Alex Trimble, Tara Trombly, Joel Tropp, Corey Trouble Troy Tucker, Desiree Tule, Brenda Twister 262 152 136 178, 179 157 296 074 158 211 151 145 271 069 155 279 255 178 026, 027 159 184 311 286,287, 288 211 180 046, 047 255 211 ■ ■u Ueda, Eitaro U-Fest Ulmer, Jennifer Ulrich, Emma Ultimate Fighting Championships 196 101 296 040, 041 043 Unatin, Robbie 151 Undergraduate Admissions 250 UNICEF Union 035,204, 205 038,101, 128,198, 199,210, 211 168, 169 Union Ballroom United International College 096 University Activités Board 225,255, 256 University Apartments Council of Residents University Village Upton, Sara Uschwald, David 197 065 155 173 m V Vallee, Joe Vallentine, Kelly Van Loon, Veronica Vandelinder, Clare Vandenkieboom, Britt VanDerSteen, Cheyenne Vandevenne, Dana VanDoorne, Isaiah Varady, Alexandria Vaughan, Madeline Velagupudi, Ujwal Venigalla, Vinuthna Venturini, Angela Vihtelic, Nicole Virginia Tech Vitale, Fillippo 303 156 156 291 155 308, 309 153 270, 271 136 158 150 249 156 158 221 149 Vogel, Lisa Vollmer, Barret Vrobel, Ben Vue, Sai Vukov, Allie W Wagle, Nikita Wait, Megan Waitkamp, Nate Wakeman, Lila Waldie, Katie Waldman, Alex Walker, Nick Walker, Stephen Walkowiak, Breanne Wallace, Brandon Wally Walrod, Kevin Walsh, Emily Walter, Megan Wangelin, Kari WardaÄErika Warner, Shannon Washington D.C. Washington, Cetera Wasserman, Evan Waszak, Andrew Waters Edge Drive Watson, Bailey Watson, Elizabeth Watson, Sam Watza, Elizabeth Webb, Andrew Weber, Ben Wefel, Brett Wehner, Eric Weiber, Tony Weiler, Carli Weingarten, Eric Weise, Matt Welcome Week Wells Hall 255 148 260 209 157 195 156 147 127 156 144 145 271 291 043 146 286 159 155 155 155 281 063 180, 269 144 260 242 191 272 155 296 260 147 150 146 260 309 144 290 015, 016 032, 100 101, 186 048, 049 254, 255 158 Wilson, Taja Wilson, Veronica Wilson, Whitney Winchester, Marcus Wine Me Up Winkler, Paul Winne, Paige Winoski, Sara Winter, Aaron Wise, Shelby Wiseman, Emily Wolcott, Mike Wolfe, Carly Wood, Nicole Wood, Torey Wooden, Sarah Woods, Darryl Woodward, Victoria Worley, Scott Wreford, Lauren Wright State Wright, Amanda Wright, Bryan Wright, Stephen Writtenberry, Steve Wu, Wei Wunderlich, Kurt Wysocki, Ben 269 272 305 063 225 152 272 255 271 299 155 152 158 158 147 114 018, 01: 290, 29 148 157 292 155 189 179 143 217 260 162 Xbox 360 XV Yarnell, Kevin Yee, Jennifer 025 244,24 271 272 You Can’t Take it With You 215 Young, Emily Yousaf, Suzie Yu, Dustin Yuan, Chidong 157 151 216 214, 215 Wells, Sara Beth West Bloomfield High School 224 163, 168 238 157, 158 193, 216 West, Kanye Western, Diane Wexler, Mika Wharton Center When the World Comes Down 192 227 277 130, 131 129 155 145 155 158 242 152 015 121 134 299 278 159 260 225 093, 167 164 137 292 White, Allyson White, Blair Wibert, Tom Wichman, Viiu Wickman, Allison Widerstedt, Kevin Wiesman, Cortney Wilberding, Carly Wilbert, Tom Willard, Matt Willemin, Mara Williams Hall Williams, Amanda Williams, Brett Williams, Derrick Williams, Madison Williams, Seth Williamson, Heath Wilson Hall Wilson, Caitlin Wilson, Lauren Wilson, Nick Zajac, Bill Zalessov, Ivan Zalupski, Michelle Zanis, Sylvia Zarate, Mallory Zditosky, Kim Zegler, Victoria Zens, Kelly Zeta Tau Alpha Zhu, Caiwei Ziegelbaum, Mike Ziemba, Brian Zikakis, Sam Zimbler, Alyson Zimmer, Nate Zinkel, Christina Zito, Lindsey Zito, Mike Zlabis, Becca Zohdy, Nada Zuraski, Steve Zuzelski, Cathleen Zwierzynski, Joe 149 300 257 158 158 155 184 159 238, 239, 254, 255 035 144 152 171 254 151 143 157 149 309 022, 023 101 104 260 Index: Thornton I Zwierzynski I Letter from the Editor VI 1 LETTER FROM THE EDITOR My experience at the Red Cedar Log started when I realized that being a chemistry major just wasn’t going to cut it for me. I changed my major to journalism and met Jeff Proulx, who encouraged me to apply to the Red Cedar Log as a staff photographer. My life hasn’t been the same since. After my first year on staff, I became the Photography Editor for a semester and the next semester became the Editor-in-Chief. What a humbling experience. It was not easy, and I couldn’t have done it without a close group of friends and family. I want to extend my first thanks to Vicari Vollmar, my design editor, who helped me realize that the right decisions are rarely the easiest. Her care for her three designers and sacrifice for the production of this book is greatly appreciated. Words cannot express how much I’m in debt to you. Alissa Lane, my photography editor for three semesters- thanks for always being there when I needed to talk to somebody. You are a true friend and I can’t wait to see where life takes you. My content editor, Laura Dzik, has had a difficult job all year. Though you started as the assistant, you quickly adapted when we needed you the most. I am in debt to you, and I hope you always stay in touch. Then there are my close friends, to name a few: Jeremy Teike, Nicole Fowlkes, Richard Blair, Brian Bonter, Ashlee Lechowicz, Andrew Struska, Lisa Ermak and to all those I neglected to mention- thank you for all of your support and the fun times we’ve shared. Finally, I want to thank my family. Dennis, Eileen, Amy, and Josie. So many times I spent my hours dedicated to this book, but it was your love and support that got me through the rough spots. And finally, Maggie, my lil’ sister. I am so excited that you’ll be a Spartan next year. One piece of advice, get out there and experience as much as you can! I’m not worried about your grades, i know you’re going places. Love you all! 391 - #«... ... ■ «» #v¿:_ .'.; ■ . ; 'lflL ,|'4f M V f, V, : £"*5 Ô 1 '•VÇ?- • jí-^-S! 1 Closing: Pieces nother year over, another memory kept forever. Though some of us will be leaving, and some have many more years to spend here, we’re all still part of something bigger. We are the pieces of a university with over 160 years of tradition and excellence. We are Spartans, and we will always be Spartans. ■ M ason Robinson 393 ■ H É H if i l i gÉlMi i B _______: Elise Lefere TO THE CLASS OF 2010: Submitted Photo Congratulations on your graduation from Michigan State University! MSU is making a difference in the lives of people everywhere. Of the many successes you will undoubtedly enjoy throughout your lives, this is one that will shine long after others fade. A diploma from this university requires personal dedication, service to one’s community, and the support of peers and mentors along the way. Just as this milestone is one of many that will positively shape your life, so too are each of you integral parts of Team MSU. Over the course of the last year, our school has again distinguished itself as an institution that truly strives to live out its mission of advancing knowledge and transforming lives. In addition to an administrative commitment to core values, our university has been strengthened by the dedication of individuals to academic and civic engagement. With the guidance of faculty and staff, students, especially those of this graduating class, have made important contributions to our legacy as a Land Grant University. MSU has made its presence felt within East Lansing and around the world. During the last year, ground was broken to begin the construction of the Eli and Edythe Broad Museum of Art. A new recycling center opened that will help us to continue our leadership of universities worldwide that are striving to reduce their environmental footprint. MSU researchers abroad are using innovative solutions to fight poverty and global climate change. Collaborating across disciplines, Spartans are developing a holistic approach to address alternative energy that most efficiently uses every available resource. We have secured competitive grants from the National Science Foundation, Department of Homeland Security, Environmental Protection Agency, and others. Disadvantaged youth are engaged in meaningful extracurricular programs that expose them to culture and the arts. In our backyard and around planet Earth, Within the classroom, Spartans have continued to distinguish themselves. Traveling around the world through one of the nation’s largest Study Abroad programs, students have enhanced their on-campus education by immersing themselves in other cultures and learning environments. Seven Fulbright scholars are making education a reality for people in places such as Malawi, Hungary, and Taiwan. MSU alumni that have gone on to become Goldwater, Rhodes, Churchill, Truman, Marshall, Udall, Hollings, Gates, and Mitchell scholars represent some of the brightest students in the Big Ten and around the country. The MSU Debate team brought home high honors this spring as the winners of the National Championship. On the field, too, athletes have individually and collectively exemplified what it means to have the heart of a Spartan. An impressive footbalrecord and a trip to the Final Four provided exciting moments of good cheer and camaraderie for Spartans everywhere. Off of the field, athletes from many sports gave of their time in service around the community. As you prepare to write the next chapter in your own lives, I encourage you to reflect on the impact that you have made on Michigan State. Our university represents the synthesis of a diversity of talents working towards a common goal of advancing knowledge and transforming lives. I hope that wherever your lives should lead in the future, they continue to be marked by a commitment to these values. Best of luck for your continued success! Sincerely, Lou Anna K. Simon, Ph.D. President