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Broad Art Museum hosts exhibit for the centenary of Easter Rising

Brigid Kennedy

November 9, 2016

“Now and in time to be, Wherever green is worn, Are changed, changed utterly: A terrible beauty is born,” Irish poet W.B. Yeats wrote of the 1916 Easter Rising. The Easter Rising was a rebellion by Irish nationalists against British rule with the hope of establishing an independent nation. Though the uprising lasted only six days, it changed Ireland’s course for the 20th century.

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Incumbent Democrat Byrum, Republican Kelly win MSU trustee seats

Alexea Hankin

November 9, 2016

For the next eight years, Republican candidate Dan Kelly and Democratic incumbent Dianne Byrum will serve on MSU's Board of Trustees.  Trustee Byrum will return after serving an eight-year term, and told The State News she's most proud of her work on the Energy Transition Plan at MSU.

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Poster with false voter info reportedly circulating on campus

Staff Reports

November 8, 2016

A poster with false voter information has been reportedly circulating on campus. The poster has also popped up on social media. 

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Voter Guide: Everything an E.L. voter needs for the 2016 election

Staff Reports

November 7, 2016

The State News compiled everything from where polling locations are for East Lansing voters to what will will be on the ballot for the Nov. 8 election. Below is what the ballot will physically look like for East Lansing voters as well as information on the major races and issues for the election.

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MSU counseling, services to undergo massive restructuring

Madison O'Connor

November 7, 2016

With the student demand for health services on campus at an all-time high, MSU is finding that it needs to modify its methods.

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MSU student wins college 'Wheel of Fortune'

Brigid Kennedy

November 6, 2016

Comparative cultures and politics junior Amber Applewhite is feeling pretty fortunate. On Nov. 1, in a College Week episode of “Wheel of Fortune,” Applewhite represented MSU and walked away victorious, winning a trip to Barbados and a cash prize.

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ASMSU elects new Vice President for Internal Administration

Madison O'Connor

November 4, 2016

ASMSU elected comparative culture and politics sophomore Katherine “Cookie” Rifiotis as the new vice president for internal administration at Thursday night’s general assembly meeting.

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Trump, Clinton highlight differences with election only days away

Marie Weidmayer

November 3, 2016

It’s less than a week away from what pundits call, like they do every four years, one of the most important elections in U.S. history. From policy differences to possibly making history, see how Democratic presidential nominee Hillary Clinton and Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump stack up against each other

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MSU close to joining Syria Consortium, university yet to confirm

Brigid Kennedy

November 3, 2016

MSU is the latest university to join the Institute of International Education Syria Consortium for Higher Education in Crisis, representatives from Books Not Bombs said.

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CRU organized protest for Trump Jr. speech, make voices heard

Madison O'Connor

November 2, 2016

Students from the Culturas de las Razas Unidas, or CRU, organized a protest to oppose Donald Trump Jr.’s visit to MSU and his father, Donald Trump's, stances. The protest included students and local residents. The protest was a non-violent, non-partisan protest that grew increasingly stronger during the course of the event as participants grew louder and chanted. Chants included “Love, not hate,” “Black Lives Matter” and “We will not be silenced” among many others.

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Trump Jr. delivers speech at the Union

Riley Murdock

November 2, 2016

As throngs of people chanted outside the Union Ballroom on Nov. 2 in protest, Donald Trump Jr. delivered a stump speech on behalf of his father, Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump. Trump Jr.’s visit to Michigan follows an appearance by his father in Grand Rapids, and is one of several by the Trump family slated for this week. Trump Jr’s brother Eric and sister Ivanka, as well as Republican vice presidential candidate Gov. Mike Pence (R-Ind.), will also make appearances throughout the state.

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Cher stumps for Hillary at the Union

Riley Murdock

October 31, 2016

Pop musician Cher spoke at Union Ballroom this afternoon in support of former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton's presidential bid. Cher is currently traveling across the country to speak and fundraise on Clinton's behalf.

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MSU's Sigma Nu under investigation for scavenger hunt list

McKenna Ross

October 31, 2016

An MSU fraternity is under investigation by the university and its national leadership after a student found a scavenger hunt list outside Phillips Hall last week.

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Donald Trump Jr. to visit MSU Wednesday

McKenna Ross  and  Colton Wood

October 31, 2016

Donald Trump Jr. will visit MSU's campus this Wednesday according to a post on the MSU College Republican's Facebook page.

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Newsroom, studio in Comm. Arts ready for election coverage

Genevieve Stjean

October 30, 2016

A newsroom and immersive studio in the Communication Arts and Sciences building will open on Nov. 8 for students to work on stories for MI First Election coverage.

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6 takeaways from the MSU Board of Trustees meeting

Alexea Hankin

October 30, 2016

The MSU Board of Trustees met at 9:30 a.m. Oct. 28, Thursday. Here are six highlights.

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Hard drug cases on campus trending upward, still down from 2013

Colton Wood

October 30, 2016

Over the last five years, MSU has averaged 35 hard drug related cases annually, MSU police Capt. Doug Monette said.

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Students shed light on cultural appropriation and Halloween costumes

Genevieve Stjean

October 30, 2016

When it comes to Halloween, there are a lot of costumes to choose from. However, some students believe people should steer clear of costumes reflecting a particular culture.

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University Student Commission offers campus a voice on city issues

McKenna Ross

October 30, 2016

In East Lansing City Hall, there are about a dozen MSU students working with the local government.

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Cher coming to MSU to campaign for Clinton

Riley Murdock

October 30, 2016

Pop musician Cher will attend a Hillary Clinton campaign event tomorrow at 2:30 pm in Giltner Hall room 146.