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MICHIGAN

Students march on Capitol to advocate for numerous issues, one arrested

Elementary students on their capitol tours stood two floors above about 200 Michigan Student Power Network members in Michigan’s Capitol as they chanted, “this is what democracy looks like.” Student activists from around the state converged on the capitol this morning to present a list of demands for a more progressive state, and to show politicians that young people do care about the future of Michigan. “We’re here to show solidarity with students in Michigan and to show that we care about the environment and how people are treated,” Central Michigan University senior Vince Roncelli said.

MICHIGAN

East Lansing youngest ever Mayor Nathan Triplett reflects on first term

“The local government work ended up being one of those interesting situations in life where circumstances align themselves to change your path,” Triplett recalled while looking back at his career. “When a seat opened up on the city council, several people encouraged me run for it, which to be completely honest was not something I had contemplated at the time.”

NEWS

MSU business students reach milestone in application process to Eli Broad College of Business

Last Friday marked a significant event in the application process for MSU business students applying to the Eli Broad College of Business.  The students completed their case studies, where they were required to analyze a hypothetical situation and record a response with a solution to the task at hand.  The case study accompanies an experiential profile as the non-academic factors considered for an application in addition to academic factors.