Johnson: Obama's election disrupts al-Qaida Nov 30, 2008
The March edition of the Journal of Black Studies featured an article titled "Rooming in the Master's House: Psychological Domination and the Black Conservative," by Ronald E. Hall, an associate professor of social work at Michigan State University. Hall argues that today's black conservatives are the political descendants of "antebellum house Negroes," and that "their role is to serve as political gatekeepers in the adoption of conservative policies otherwise destructive to the viability of the... (Athens Banner-Herald)
Stone-age mystery resurfaces: Farm boys’ 70-year-old stone-tool find etches out image of area’s earliest visitors Nov 29, 2008
Dillon Carr, a doctoral candidate at Michigan State University who did his undergraduate work at UW-L, helped confirm the find. He calls it spectacular. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Kelsey Mullen commits to Michigan State Nov 29, 2008
LANSING - Kelsey Mullen of Okemos High School has verbally committed to Michigan State University to continue her soccer career. Mullen is a junior at Okemos. (Dowagiac News, MI)
STUDENTS: Drinking games turn deadly Nov 28, 2008
"The 21st birthday we knew was coming. We didn't know about the 21-shot thing," said Cindy McCue, who lost her son Bradley, a junior at Michigan State University, in 1998 after he downed 24 drinks in less than two hours. The McCue family started a nonprofit organization nearly 10 years ago called Be Responsible About Drinking, or B.R.A.D., to teach young people about the dangers. (USA Today -- News)
Forging the next generation of leaders Nov 28, 2008
It was created through a community needs assessment undertaken by Ionia County Michigan State University Extension. We'd really like a cross section of the county, Eppler said, adding they would like people from Lake Odessa to Belding, not just from the City of Ionia. (Ionia Sentinel-Standard, MI)
Fuel from food? The feast is over Nov 26, 2008
Michigan State University s Mariam Sticklen is one scientist trying to reduce that cost, to about 2 a gallon, by genetically engineering crops to produce their own enzymes. It s still early days, she said, but the world needs a no-food-for-fuel policy. (Helena Independent Record, MT)
Feed A Cold, Feed A Fever: Calorie Cut Makes It Harder To Fight Flu, Animal Study Shows Nov 26, 2008
25, 2008) Dieters or those who consume fewer calories during flu season could have a harder time fighting off the flu virus, according to research by Michigan State University nutritional immunology professor Elizabeth Gardner. See also. (Science Daily)
8 Tips For Losing Weight After Pregnancy Nov 25, 2008
"You want to shoot for at least 150 minutes a week," says James M. Pivarnik, PhD, FACSM, professor of kinesiology and epidemiology at Michigan State University and president-elect of the American College of Sports Medicine. With a new baby, finding 30 minutes in a row might be impossible, so Pivarnik suggests breaking up the time into 10-minute increments. (CBS News)
Cosmic Ray 'Hot Spots' Bombarding Earth With Cosmic Rays Nov 25, 2008
In addition to the Los Alamos Milagro team, collaborators include nearly three dozen researchers from the following institutions: Naval Research Laboratory; University of California-Santa Cruz; University of Maryland; University of California-Irvine; George Mason University; New York University; Instituto de Astronomia, Universidad Nacion;l Autonoma de Mexico; Michigan State University; NASA Goddard Space Flight Center; University of New Hampshire. Funding for the research came from the U.S.... (Science Daily)
2 comment(s) Nov 25, 2008
Joan's ambition is to attend Michigan State University and study clinical laboratory science. First runner-up was Sara Schmaltz, 17, a junior at Bridgman High School who is dual-enrolled at Lake Michigan College. (The Herald-Palladium)
Bulldogs Face Oklahoma State In Thanksgiving Day Matchup Nov 25, 2008
Oklahoma State University leads the way with a 4-0 mark, the University of Maryland and University of Tennessee are both 3-0; Gonzaga University, Michigan State University, Siena College and Georgetown University are all 2-0, and Wichita State University is 1-1, the Shockers loss coming to UMKC by a 66-63 count ... The Bulldogs could also meet Michigan State University (5th AP; 6th USA Today/ESPN) in the second round of the Old Spice Classic and could face Georgetown University (16th USA... (Gozags.com)
Research Consortium to Sequence Turkey Genome Nov 22, 2008
Jerry Dodgson, professor of microbiology and molecular genetics at Michigan State University, remarked: "The time is right to sequence the turkey genome. The sequence of the chicken genome is known and continues to be refined. The scientific community has established many of the experimental resources that make this project feasible." He added: "Pyrosequencing on the Roche GS-FLX platform and assembly of the sequence using the publicly available chicken sequence as a reference represents a very... (PR Newswire)
GM, Chrysler make cuts to hold on for loans Nov 22, 2008
They have to take really drastic steps in their cost-cutting, said Robert Wiseman, a Michigan State University professor who teaches strategic management. Stop buying everything except for the most critical things they need for their operation. (MSNBC -- Politics)
Sherwin still cooking Nov 21, 2008
Sherwin s oldest brother Alan is dean of the culinary arts school at Michigan State University; his brother Edward is president of the Baltimore-based Sherwin Food Safety Company; and his sister Carolyn Sherwin Gabelman, who is also the keeper of Sherwin family recipes, is a noted Cleveland area baker and teacher. Sherwin s return to Cleveland was prompted by his desire to be near his large family, particularly his 89-year-old mother, Marion. (Cleveland Jewish News, OH)
When you don't want to be Facebook friends Nov 20, 2008
However, there are benefits to maintaining a large network of friends, said Nicole Ellison, an assistant professor in the Department of Telecommunication, Information Studies and Media at Michigan State University. Discuss on Newsvine. (MSNBC -- Politics)
Feeling the pain in Kenly Nov 20, 2008
"The tornado hit above us and below us," he said, recalling that the same thing happened 30 years ago when they were graduate students at Michigan State University: A tornado devastated a community three blocks from their apartment but left them unscathed. "We saw the damage it did then, so we're very respectful when we hear the word 'tornado,' " he said. (News & Observer)
SUBASE's Kuerbitz awarded Bronze Star Nov 20, 2008
Kuerbitz graduated from Michigan State University in 1985, and completed Officer Candidate School in August 1986. After four years of active service in the Navy Reserves he transitioned to inactive reserve service in January 1991. (The Dolphin, CT)
'Canadian Rocket' lights Calgary's fuse Nov 20, 2008
The short version is: Labinjo arrived in Calgary last season after being waived through the NFL. He had been a starting linebacker at Michigan State University and signed as a free agent by the Philadelphia Eagles. In 2005, he played in Super Bowl XXXIX against the New England Patriots and made the tackle on the opening kickoff. (Globe and Mail -- Sports)
O'Bryant headed to MSU Nov 19, 2008
Pictured here from left are Rachel Carlson, Mike Welsh, Jayme O'Bryant and Fred Smith of Buchanan as she signs her National Letter of Intent to play softball at Michigan State University ... O'Bryant has signed her letter of intent to continue her softball playing career with Michigan State University, a Division I school and a member of the Big Ten Conference. (Niles Star, MI)
Damage Inflicted During Cardiac Attacks More Widespread, Researchers Find Nov 19, 2008
George Abela, a physician in Michigan State University s College of Human Medicine and chief of the Department of Medicine s cardiology section, is leading innovative research into the role that the crystallization and expansion of cholesterol play in heart attacks, strokes and other cardiovascular events in humans ... (Credit: Image courtesy of Michigan State University). (Science Daily)
Sleep helps people learn complicated tasks Nov 19, 2008
Joining Nusbaum in the research were lead author Timothy Brawn, a graduate student in Psychology at the University; Kimberly Fenn, now an Assistant Professor of Psychology at Michigan State University; and Daniel Margoliash, Professor in the Departments of Organismal Biology my and Psychology at the University. The team had students learn video games containing a rich, multisensory virtual environment in which players must use both hands to deal with continually changing visual and auditory... (Hindu)
Buchanan's O'Bryant headed to MSU to play softball Nov 19, 2008
O'Bryant has signed her letter of intent to continue her softball playing career with Michigan State University, a Division I school and a member of the Big Ten Conference. Spartan head coach Jacquie Joseph is eager to have O'Bryant join the team. (Dowagiac News, MI)
Crafting your image for your 1,000 friends on Facebook or MySpace Nov 19, 2008
In an additional study in the journal that highlights the beneficial nature of Facebook "friends," Charles Steinfield, Nicole B. Ellison and Cliff Lampe of Michigan State University examine the relationship between Facebook use and social capital, a concept that describes the benefits one receives from one's social relationships. They focus on "bridging social capital," which refers to the benefits of a large, heterogeneous network precisely the kind of network these sites can support. (EurekAlert!)
UT ranks high for sending students abroad Nov 18, 2008
Only New York University and Michigan State University sent more students abroad during that period. The top five destinations for UT students. (Austin Business Journal, TX)
Got photos of polar bears in the wild? Nov 18, 2008
"The software was developed by a former graduate student, Carlos Anderson, now at Michigan State University, whose background is in computer science," UCF biology research associate James Roth told Discovery News. "Carlos wrote a program that used customized computer vision techniques to extract the size and position of whisker spots from a digital image of a bear's facial profile and compare this spot pattern to a library of previously identified bears.". (MSNBC -- Environment)
Official NCAA Release Nov 18, 2008
St. John s University (New York) was named the No. 3 seed, while Michigan State University earned the No. 4 seed. The remaining top 16 seeds in order are the University of Akron; Indiana University, Bloomington; Creighton University; University of South Florida; Loyola College (Maryland); University of Virginia; University of Michigan; University of Notre Dame; University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill; University of California, Irvine; University of California, Santa Barbara; and Dartmouth... (Tarheelblue.com)
Bulldogs Host Idaho Tuesday Prior To Hitting The Road Nov 18, 2008
where the Vandals fell to Michigan State University 100-62 Sunday ... The Bulldogs could also meet Michigan State University (6th AP; 7th USA Today/ESPN) in the second round of the Old Spice Classic and could face Georgetown University (18th USA Today/ESPN; 22nd AP) or Tennessee on the final day of the Old Spice Classic. (Gozags.com)
Flush with money, eager Chinese... Nov 18, 2008
Out-of-state students pay an average $515 more per credit hour at Michigan State University, where the number of new undergraduate from soared from 95 last year to 327 this year. Universities also like the international students' cosmopolitan flair. (CNN -- Law)
Their economy booming, Chinese students head to U.S. Nov 17, 2008
Out-of-state students pay an average 515 more per credit hour at Michigan State University, where the number of new undergraduate Chinese students soared from 95 last year to 327 this year. Universities also like the international students' cosmopolitan flair. (DeKalb Daily Chronicle, IL)
Giving Erie for Christmas Nov 16, 2008
After all, only a month after graduating from Michigan State University in May, I moved to Pennsylvania -- their youngest and only daughter is also the only child to move out of state. I can tell it's been tough, especially when I sometimes forget to return an e-mail or phone call for a few days and send them into a panic. (Erie Times-News, PA)
Answer may not be drugs, but it's surely lower cholesterol Nov 16, 2008
" One concern expressed by local cardiologists is the statin drugs' reputation for producing dangerous side effects. Doctors said statin drugs actually are generally safe, if monitored properly. But a percentage of people on statins do experience muscle fatigue and a rare few suffer renal failure, among various other side effects. One patient in the Jupiter study who suffered the beginnings of renal failure was removed from Crestor, study results state. Another study funded by the NIH points to... (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Innovative Surgery Provides New Lease On Life To Dogs Nov 15, 2008
14, 2008) Only six months after undergoing a unique and innovative surgery at Michigan State University, Jake part dog and now part machine spends his time working out on an underwater treadmill, traversing obstacle courses and prancing around pain free. See also. (Science Daily)
Men's Basketball Tips Off 2009 Campaign Saturday Nov 15, 2008
Gonzaga will meet Oklahoma State University in the first round, with either the University of Maryland or Michigan State University looming in the second round on Friday ... The Bulldogs could also meet Michigan State University (6th AP; 7th USA Today/ESPN) in the second round of the Old Spice Classic and could face Georgetown University (18th USA Today/ESPN; 22nd AP) or Tennessee on the final day of the Old Spice Classic. (Gozags.com)
Hess to play for title Nov 15, 2008
In the semifinals, the Panthers defeated Michigan State University 2-0, but lost in the finals to Ohio State University 2-0. Despite the loss in the finals, Wisconsin-Milwaukee has qualified for the national tournament at the University of Alabama in Tuscaloosa, Ala. (Dowagiac News, MI)
WSU Names Tranter Athletics Chief of Staff Nov 14, 2008
She recently completed her second year as Director of Volleyball Operations at Michigan State University after serving as a volunteer assistant coach in the spring of 2007. As director of volleyball operations, she was responsible for game operations, budgeting, sports camps and marketing. (Wsuathletics.com)
Environmentally Friendly Acrylic Glass Made Of Sugar: New Enzyme Could Revolutionize Production Of Plastics Nov 14, 2008
13, 2008) In future, polymethyl methacrylate (PMMA for short) better known as acrylic glass could be made from natural raw materials such as sugars, alcohols or fatty acids. Compared with the previous chemical production process, a biotechnological process is far more environmentally friendly. (Science Daily)
More of this story» Nov 14, 2008
Cally, 20, is a junior at Michigan State University, majoring in animal science, education, natural resources science and policy. First runner-up went to Miss Dowagiac 2007 Sara Anne Ausra, the 20-year-old daughter of Robert and Patricia Ausra. (Cassopolis Vigilant, MI)
We like our Christmas films wrapped in dysfunction Nov 14, 2008
"There is some value in seeing ourselves in the characters and laughing at it. It is a therapeutic effect," says Gary Hoppenstand, a professor of American studies at Michigan State University. He is particularly fond of Chase's fruitless pursuit of holiday nirvana in Christmas Vacation. (USA Today)
* [EVENTS & ENTERTAINMENT] Nov 13, 2008
Classical music Ouyang Ling-yi and Su Meng-feng Cello and Guitar Duo Recital (DyBs j^PNLG), brings cellist Ouyang Ling-yi (Dy), who graduated from the doctoral program in music from Michigan State University, East Lansing and Su Meng-feng (s), a 2005 winner in the UFAM International Classical Guitar Competition, together in two concerts this week to perform a program that includes the Taiwan premiere of Ourkouzounovs Tanzologia, Fallas Cinqo Canciones... (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World Business)
Gophers, Badgers fight over sharp object Nov 13, 2008
The 74-year-old Michigan State University trustee said the main plank in his platform would be the economy. Michigan, faced with job cuts and losses in the automobile industry and many other major employers, is hurting. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
Aleris International, Inc. Announces New Senior Vice President and Treasurer Nov 11, 2008
Mr. Griffith attended the College of Business at Michigan State University in East Lansing, MI where he received a Bachelor of Arts degree in Economics. He attended the School of Business Administration at the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor, MI where he received an MBA in Finance. (PR Newswire)
Economic Incentives For Analysts Play Role In Determining Street Earnings Nov 11, 2008
The study, Analysts Incentives and Street Earnings, has been accepted for publication in the Journal of Accounting Research and is co-authored by Bok Baik of Seoul National University and Kathy Petroni of Michigan State University. Adapted from materials provided by. (Science Daily)
When we took him to preschool one time, we dropped him off, and he announced, 'Today, I'm a numbers machine,' and started counting." Nov 11, 2008
He "was a numbers fanatic," said his father, Brian Silver, a political science professor at Michigan State University. "When we took him to preschool one time, we dropped him off, and he announced, 'Today, I'm a numbers machine,' and started counting," Brian Silver said. (International Herald Tribune)
Lungs 'boosted' by breastfeeding Nov 10, 2008
However, the scientists from Southampton University and the College of Veterinary Medicine in Michigan State University, said that the changes in lung volume they found were not completely characteristic of an asthmatic response, suggesting that other factors might be at work. Bottle idea. (BBC News)
Eco-Terrorism Threat Increasing in ... Nov 10, 2008
" In the United States, the FBI currently has 180 ongoing eco-terror investigations and over the last several years has tied them to some 1,800 criminal acts. One investigation of an eco-terrorist arson crime that was committed on New Year's eve 1999, at Michigan State University resulted in the conviction of two terrorists, Frank Ambrose and Marie Mason, who were sentenced to eight years in prison and a fine of $4 million. However, this is not expected to deter other eco-terrorists. The... (Suite101.com)
Obama and 'tyranny of oil'? Nov 10, 2008
Obama laid out the plan in a speech delivered at Michigan State University on Aug. 8, 2008. Key to Obama's energy strategy is a reduction in oil consumption and an increase in the use of alternative fuels. (Jakarta Post, Indonesia -- Editorial)
Blazers' Woods selects Wildcats Nov 9, 2008
Mylan Woods could have gone to St. Louis University or Michigan State University on a basketball scholarship, but wanting to make a difference is the reason the Hathaway Brown junior gave Northwestern University her oral commitment late Friday night. "Academically, you can't ask for much more," said the 5-11 Woods, who plans to major in either pre-med or communications. (Cleveland.com -- Sports)
Restitution tops $4M in Midwest eco-terrorism case Nov 8, 2008
DETROIT - An environmental activist who committed arson at Michigan State University in 1999 is now ordered to pay more than $4 million in restitution, a federal judge decided Monday. Story tools. (Anchorage Daily News)
Bullies May Enjoy Seeing Others In Pain Nov 8, 2008
7, 2008) Unusually aggressive youth may actually enjoy inflicting pain on others, research using brain scans at the University of Chicago shows. Scans of the aggressive youth's brains showed that an area that is associated with rewards was highlighted when the youth watched a video clip of someone inflicting pain on another person. (Science Daily)
Athens educator honored for changing lives Nov 8, 2008
Would he have become the vice president for student affairs at Michigan State University ... Would he have become the vice president for student affairs at Michigan State University. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Miss Cass County crowned Nov. 8 Nov 7, 2008
Student at Michigan State University (junior). Major: animal science, agriscience education, natural resource science and policy. (Dowagiac News, MI)
Lexington At Large: Lexington's quiet heroes Nov 6, 2008
Larry was drafted after graduating from Michigan State University, finding himself in Ku Chi province just four months later. He was in the 25th Infantry, part of a battalion in which Oliver Stone, who made the movie Platoon, served as a Captain. (Lexington Minuteman, MA)
Davis Named to COY Watch List Nov 6, 2008
Bryant College Coach of the Year Watch List in alphabetical order by coach: Tim Brewster - University of Minnesota Mack Brown University of Texas Pete Carroll University of Southern California Mark Dantonio - Michigan State University Butch Davis University of North Carolina Pat Fitzgerald Northwestern University Ralph Friedgen University of Maryland Todd Graham University of Tulsa Mike Gundy - Oklahoma State University Brady Hoke -... (InsideCarolina.com)
Laurinaitis, Jenkins semifinalists for Chuck Bednarik Award Nov 6, 2008
Michigan State University ... Michigan State University. (WKRC.com, OH)
Robson on MSU roster Nov 5, 2008
EAST LANSING - Former Niles standout Taylor Robson has earned his way onto the Michigan State University baseball team. Former Niles pitcher Taylor Robson is seen here pitching for Michigan State during fall tryouts. (Niles Star, MI)
Obituaries for Wednesday, Nov. 5, 2008 Nov 5, 2008
Ken moved to Michigan in 1999 and enjoyed reading, walking the many nature trails in the area and attending Michigan State University sporting events with his son. Ken looked forward to the many festivals and outdoor concerts held every summer in East Lansing. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
UCLA Anderson's Entertainment & Media Management Institute to Host Top Scholars and Practitioners Workshop in Motion Picture Industry Studies Nov 5, 2008
Knowledge Integration in Bollywood (Jamal Shamsie, Michigan State University). Providing Hollywood Access to the Worlds Capital Markets (Arthur De Vany, Extremal Security Partners, LLC). (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Union's Begley Farms certified in two systems Nov 5, 2008
It is a collaborative effort of producers, MDA, Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Michigan Farm Bureau, commodity organizations, Michigan State University, conservation groups and other state and federal agencies. More than 150 local coordinators and technical service providers are available to assist farmers as they move through the MAEAP process towards verification. (Dowagiac News, MI)
$525,000 investment to help virtual infrastructure Nov 5, 2008
For example, in the 20th century it was physical infrastructure such as roads, sewers and highways, said Rex LaMore, director of the Michigan State University Center for Community and Economic Development (MSUCCED), by phone Tuesday. In the 21st century, it s graduates, access to high-speed Internet and inventive capacity. (Gaylord Herald Times, MI)
Corn Researchers Discover Novel Gene Shut-off Mechanisms Nov 4, 2008
(May 7, 2007) A new variety of corn developed and patented by Michigan State University scientists could turn corn leaves and stalks into products that are just as valuable as the golden kernels. Right now, most. (Science Daily)
Fuels of the future may come from 'ice that burns,' water and sunshine Nov 4, 2008
D., of Michigan State University, who discusses the promise and challenges of developing biofuels, particularly cellulosic ethanol, one of the most exciting biofuels on the horizon. Harry Gray, Ph. (EurekAlert!)
Booming Confucius institutes enhance China's soft power Nov 2, 2008
Yong Zhao, director of the Confucius Institute at the Michigan State University, devised an online game for his students to learn Chinese and attracted many young learners. An artist performs during the sacrificing ceremony to Confucius at the Confucian Temple in Qufu, east China's Shandong Province, September 28, 2008. (Xinhuanet, China)
Beachnau CEO for chamber, tourism Nov 2, 2008
He holds a bachelors degree in Public Administration from Michigan State University. Beachnau has been active on numerous boards and committees throughout the state, notably as the former chairman of the Michigan Association of Convention and Visitor Bureaus. (Gaylord Herald Times, MI)
Offshore wind farms in Great Lakes? Nov 1, 2008
A Michigan State University study released this month said Michigan's portion of the Great Lakes could produce nearly 322,000 megawatts of power from wind a huge sum equal to roughly one-third of all electricity now generated nationwide. Harnessing that much power would require placing nearly 100,000 turbines in the lakes, a remote prospect. (MSNBC -- Environment)
`Grimes passes tests of poiseSouth Haven QB has big-time frame and game, but no scholarship offers Oct 31, 2008
SOUTH HAVEN -- Sam Nichols was only a few months into his job as South Haven's varsity football coach when he took a group of Rams players to a Michigan State University passing camp last summer. That's when Nichols got his first, telling look at Isiah Grimes, a 6-foot-7, 225-pound quarterback entering his senior year at South Haven. (Kalamazoo Gazette, MI)