The Spokesman - April 12, 2002

Abstract

Protest for New Library Funding: Students and administration at Morgan State University organized a significant protest against the House Appropriations Committee’s recommendation to deny $3.1 million needed to complete the planning of a new library. President Earl Richardson canceled classes and arranged transportation for approximately 500 students to travel to Annapolis, MD. Over 1,000 people gathered at the state Capitol to protest, resulting in the university being promised $52 million for the project in the next fiscal year​(The Spokesman - April 1…)​. Police Blotter: The police blotter section provides details on various incidents and crimes reported on campus. These include thefts, vehicle accidents, and medical emergencies among students​(The Spokesman, Feb 24, …)​​(The Spokesman, Feb 24, …)​. Administration and Student Government: The student government and university administration played significant roles in the protest for library funding. The efforts of the students in rallying and organizing the protest were highly praised by both the administration and the broader community​(The Spokesman - April 1…)​. International and National News: The edition also covers international and national news, including the conflicts and political issues in Iraq and Northern Ireland, as well as other global events impacting the university community​(The Spokesman, Feb 24, …)​​(The Spokesman - Septemb…)​.