Saving lives: Students can help alleviate blood shortage
Diversity marks the University's student body, but one thing remains constant for all - the capability to give blood. Across the country, a serious blood shortage is imminent in hospitals, due to increased demand for blood transfusions. University students should find a free hour in their busy schedules to help put an end to this looming crisis.
Rogue justice: Courts should decide rioters' punishment
Two weeks ago, the Michigan State football team stepped all over Western Michigan in a 42-10 victory. Yet, the destruction inflicted on the field pales in comparison to the actions of hundreds of MSU students. Police booked four students and issued at least 31 citations in the aftermath of rioting that embarrassed the university and displayed inexcusably violent behavior.
Overcoming Buffaloes and age-old sexual exploitation
We Wolverines certainly had a lot to cheer about this weekend. As I'm sure you've by now read, the University of Michigan's triumphs in the national spotlight this weekend didn't end with our miraculous destruction of the Buffaloes from Colorado.
Viewpoint: Left must reconcile for change
This is a call to all those on campus who are dissatisfied with the current state of the nation. I know there are a lot of us out there, but it is hard to tell sometimes. Those with right-wing politics can just skip this letter. It does not concern you.
Five years ago in the Daily: 'The best code is no code at all'
"We have no comprehensive code now, and the University has none planned. This is not a priority for me or members of my administration."
- James Duderstadt, November 27, 1990, in a letter to students published in the Daily.
09-15-97
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