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ASMSU passes pro-LGBT bill after debate

At ASMSU's general assembly meeting on Oct. 18, a bill calling for ASMSU to advocate against the Food & Drug Administration’s current one-year deferral policy on blood donations for gay and bisexual men sparked argument among the general assembly and led to a recess in the middle of discussion. The bill finally passed after over 17 minutes of debate. 

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MIPSA to hold 2018 conference at MSU

The Department of Political Science will be hosting the Michigan Political Science Association (MIPSA) Conference for the association’s 50th annual conference Oct. 25 to Oct. 26 at the Kellogg Hotel and Conference Center. 

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New MSU dean of students position created

MSU is creating a "new dean of students and assistant provost for academic standards and student conduct" position, according to a university press release. The position will oversee student behavior and conduct, revise policies and processes and be a resource for students, faculty, and staff. 

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MSU nationally recognized for sustainability efforts

On Oct. 10, MSU was nationally recognized by the EPA with a 2018 Green Power Leadership Award. The award was received by MSU Director of Sustainability Amy Butler, and it acknowledges the work of America’s leading renewable power users and the work they are doing to foster a greener power market. 

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Conversations to Save the World held at Broad Art Museum

The Broad Museum held a talk Wednesday night to discuss different approaches to the environment. In the "Conversations to Save the World" talk, the environment was discussed through the lens of different professional backgrounds, including philosophical, theatrical, religious and artistic backgrounds. 

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Board of Trustee candidates discuss student inclusion, presidential search

A forum was held at the University Council meeting on Tuesday, where the four MSU Board of Trustees candidates answered questions asked by student representatives and faculty members. Questions at the forum included what the candidates' stances on calls for resignations are, student and faculty involvement on an administrative level, the presidential search process and more.