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Students have mixed emotions about extra day
Zeig opposes change, others see need for additional class
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Student Government Association President Mike Zeig said he plans to oppose making April 24 a teaching day instead of the scheduled day off. "This isn't about students trying to get out of class; this is about students saying there needs to be a process ahead of time to deal with class cancellations," the Sterling Heights senior said.
All for the family
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Siblings Weekend is a popular time for students and their families to participate in campus activities. But for some students, it can be much more personal. "I feel like a kid again," said Saginaw senior Lindsay Barnett. "I like that I don't have to worry about school for a weekend, and I get to spend time with some of my family.
University, community remember Plachta
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Lisa Diaz Sytsema has fond memories of former University President Leonard E. Plachta. The former student and Student Government Association president and alumna recalled the first time she met Plachta during freshman orientation, when he sat down and spoke with her and her mother.
New attractions make impression on attendees
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Gambling and dancing is not the average nightlife for 8 year olds. But for a crowd of several hundred kids and college students Saturday night, it was all about "cranking dat soulja boy" past 1 a.m. Sunday. For Sibs Weekend 2008 the Bovee University Center changed from its everyday college student traffic to a nightclub flooded by children of all ages.
Committee suggests Michigan, Florida hold caucuses
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Michigan voters may have another say in the formation of this year's presidential election. The Democratic National Committee suggested Friday that Michigan and Florida should hold a secondary pre-election vote to break the pending tie between candidates Hillary Clinton and Barack Obama.
Fundraiser to benefit assault victim
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The bills keep piling up for James Ronald Williams. As the 23-year-old Mount Pleasant man recovers from injuries sustained when he was beaten on New Year's Day outside O'Kelly's Sports Bar & Grill, Williams is struggling to find ways to pay off his $200,000 medical tab.
Students find inspiration for clothing
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The spring semester at Central Michigan University is a busy one for student designers with events like April's Threads or the Organization for Black Unity fashion show. Many people never see the difficulty and dedication it takes for students to carry out a fashion program, said Ortonville senior Mike Tyle.
Life in brief
closure Lot 18 closed Wednesday, Friday Parking Lot 18 at the intersection of Franklin and Preston streets, near Finch Fieldhouse, will be closed Wednesday and Friday. Manly pageant Event will benefit Michigan Humane Society PR Central is hosting Mangeant 2008 at 10 p.
College Goal Sunday helps students fill out FAFSA forms
Workshop took place in several in-state locations
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For Roseville senior Jennifer Kook, this was her first year filling out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid form by herself. She needed some help. And she knew just where to find it College Goal Sunday, designed to help students file their FAFSA, took place at 27 locations around the state Sunday.
Getting foxy on the catwalk
Hair and Fashion Extravaganza shows diverse clothing
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Anything goes on the catwalk. The Organization for Black Unity hosted the eighth annual Hair and Fashion Extravaganza on Friday at Warriner Hall's Plachta Auditorium. The event featured everything from streetwear to evening gowns. "The majority of the clothes are from (the models), things they find in their closet," said OBU president and Inkster senior Sabreen Sharrief.
Night at the Apollo brings down house
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Saginaw junior Andarius Taylon expected a lively audience at this year's Night at the Apollo He got just what he predicted on Saturday night. A near-capacity crowd watched several performers show off their talents in Warriner Hall's Plachta Auditorium. Rappers, dancers, singers and poets all took part in the event.
Alpha Kappi Psi to host career day
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Students and alumni can explore job options and meet with representatives from several companies at the Alpha Kappa Psi Career Day on Wednesday. The co-ed fraternity, Career Services and the College of Business Administration are sponsoring the bi-annual event from 10 a.
Native American bones found in Flint
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Three Native American Chippewa Tribe bands roamed Michigan back when America was known as "the New World." These bands were the Black River Band, Swan Creek Band and Saginaw Band, which are now all the Saginaw Chippewa Indian Tribe. An ancestral burial ground to one of these bands may have been discovered late last month in Flint during excavation for a building project.
Carnival gives families chance to connect
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Five-year-old Cydney Schmock sat in Ludington freshman Nicole Albrecht's arms eating a root beer float, patiently waiting in line to get a caricature done. Life was good for Cydney and many others during the Sibs Weekend carnival Saturday afternoon in the Student Activity Center.
Club Bovee livens night in big way
Live music, ice cream enjoyed by more than 100
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Bovee University Center's Rotunda turned into a club and casino Saturday night. More than 100 people attended "Club Bovee" to enjoy live music, ice cream, drinks and Twister as part of Sibs Weekend. Many Greek volunteers helped keep order at the event. "The turnout (Saturday) was better than I expected," said Illinois senior Carla Poulard, activities coordinator.
Hilton rocks Sibs Weekend
Artist takes time from album to perform Saturday
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Tyler Hilton relaxed backstage in Finch Fieldhouse, eating a salad while fans outside eagerly awaited his performance. But once he did take the stage, Hilton did not disappoint those waiting for him. The actor and musician played in front of about 1,300 people Saturday night as part of Sibs Weekend.
Ventriloquist caps bonding experience
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More than 200 people watched comedian ventriloquist Lynn Trefzger change her voice to multiple characters on Sunday. "I don't like what mommy makes. She makes green stuff," Trefzger said in the voice of her youngest and newest dummy "Chloe." "I like what daddy makes," the dummy replied.
'Awe and Wonder' entertains and informs
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It isn't every day that Central Michigan University hosts a concert featuring students performing with a sitar and tabla drums. But that is what happened Friday night in the Bovee University Center Auditorium. A crowd of about 130 people attended "Awe and Wonder: Sacred Music from Two Worlds," which was put on by the philosophy and religion department.
U Round up
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Grand Valley State University Women's research begins Grand Valley has become part of the nationwide movement for the study of women's health, according to the Grand Valley Lanthorn. GVSU has teamed up with West Michigan Science and Technology Initiative, Spectrum Health and Michigan State University to open a women's research lab on GVSU's campus.
Earning honors
Students answer trivia questions, receive prize money
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Getting eliminated in the first round of a trivia competition only fueled a sweeter victory when four honors students claimed the title one year later. In 2007, members of the team "The Inquisition" didn't make it past the first round. This year, they squeaked by with a one-point victory, in the fifth annual Claude S.
