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Study: Michigan bases aid need

Michigan bases the state aid it provides to students attending college almost entirely on need, according to recent research published by Brooking grants chingos whitehurst/pdf/michigan.pdf, a research institute based out of Washington D.C.

By Rebecca Ryan Last updated: 05/17/12 4:25pm Read more »

Social media plays role in relationships

Have you ever scrolled your social media newsfeed and came upon a picture of a couple kissing, with the caption somewhere along the lines of, “I’m so in love with you pookie bear cuddlekins, happy one month!” or something just as revolting? Yeah, I have too.

By Kellie Rowe Last updated: 05/16/12 9:22pm Read more »

Former Democrat switches party

A Michigan representative caught Democrats and Republicans alike off guard Tuesday by abruptly switching his allegiance to the opposing party just in time for the filing deadline. Longtime Democratic Rep.

By Rachel Jackson Last updated: 05/16/12 8:44pm Read more »

Over-ear headphones safer

I recently got rid of my earbuds for some over-the-ear headphones.
I’ve been using earbuds for years, but not only do headphones sound better, they’re safer as well.
A study from CBS News says that at 80 percent of full volume, the safe daily limit of earbuds is only one and a half hours.
The same study says that someone could listen to over-the-ear headphones for nearly five hours at the same volume.
It also depends on the person and how tough their ears are, but there is no way to tell what type of ears you have.
When I’m walking to class with my headphones on, I find it less distracting with the over-the-ear headphones, and I can keep the volume pretty low.
The bigger headphones might be a little more expensive, but they could save your hearing.

By Zach Smith Last updated: 05/14/12 7:27pm Read more »

MSU all-time hits leader Eckerle honored

Before the MSU baseball team’s matchup with Iowa on Saturday, head coach Jake Boss Jr. and the Spartans welcomed back the program’s all-time hits leader Brandon Eckerle.

By Dillon Davis Last updated: 05/12/12 8:01pm Read more »

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Anastos announces new jerseys, GLI details

In an online chat forum with the Detroit Free Press and its readers, head coach Tom Anastos said MSU hockey will have new home and away uniforms next season, along with a vintage uniform. Anastos told the Free Press that renovations to Munn Ice Arena are being discussed, but the final decision will be based on “funding sources.” MSU will play in next year’s Great Lakes Invitational Tournament, or GLI, outdoors at Comerica Park.

By Alyssa Girardi Last updated: 05/09/12 4:39pm Read more »

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Matt Giampapa leaves MSU football program, reportedly homesick

Sophomore long snapper Matt Giampapa, who earned a starting job last season, has left the MSU football program for personal reasons. Giampapa, a walk-on and native of Jackson, Tenn., has decided to return home to be closer to his family. After appearing in 13 games last season for the Spartans, Giampapa did not travel with the team to Orlando for the Outback Bowl because of a violation of team rules.

By Stephen Brooks Last updated: 05/04/12 2:02pm Read more »

Clara’s offers top notch brunch

I love brunch. What’s not to love? Breakfast is great, and lunch is great. Put them together and you have possibly the best meal of the day.

By Derek Blalock Last updated: 04/27/12 12:04am Read more »

Street style: Brittany Gonte

For Brittany Gonte, the key to looking good is to keep it simple. The interior design sophomore said when she gets dressed every day, she doesn’t put much effort into her ensemble.

By Britteny Dee Last updated: 04/26/12 7:47pm Read more »

Financial advice for spring graduates entering the real world

This will be my last post of the semester, so I wanted to send off the graduates with some helpful financial strategies as they enter the “real world.” The biggest piece of advice is to start saving your money.

By Julie VerHage Last updated: 04/25/12 6:21pm Read more »

Infographic shows effect internet usage has on world

Earth Day brings awareness and activities to help citizens reflect on how simple daily tasks can have a substantial effect on the environment. Citizens tend to plant trees, recycle or make a positive environmental influence.

By Becca Guajardo Last updated: 04/23/12 5:29pm Read more »

Sounds suited for a good trip

Some of the best music is summer music — those tracks you have blasting in your car with your windows rolled down, hum while walking barefoot down a sun-warmed sidewalk or hear softly flowing from your speakers while you and your friends lay in the grass and look at a vast, blue sky above.

By Marina Csomor Last updated: 04/23/12 12:31am Read more »

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