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MSU students, experts weigh in on demographic voting blocs for 2016 election

Ian Wendrow

February 21, 2016

Election politics has its own jargon and assumptions. Among those, two of the best known terms are the idea of a “black” or “Latino” vote. These terms refer to the assumption that black Americans and Latino Americans, as a whole, vote along similar political issues and interests. Using these interests, political analysts will predict which political party or candidate has a better chance of being elected after gaining black or Latino voting support.

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Adolescent program benefits both students and kids

Akshita Verma

February 21, 2016

Through the Michigan State University Adolescent Program, or MSUAP, students can help children under the age of 18 stay out of the criminal justice system.

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MSU bans hoverboards in residence halls for safety reasons

Deja Green

February 21, 2016

Hover boards were banned earlier this semester in the residence halls for various reasons.

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Board of Trustees discusses involvement in Flint

Rachel Fradette

February 21, 2016

MSU has been a major part in combating the issues resulting from the Flint Water Crisis through a new nutrition program and the efforts of the College of Human Medicine. The MSU Board of Trustees discussed MSU's efforts at the most recent meeting on Friday, Feb. 19. 

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Four takeaways from the Board of Trustees meeting include construction projects, involvement with Flint

Rachel Fradette

February 19, 2016

MSU's Board of Trustees met Feb. 19 to discuss various items from Flint involvement to faculty appointments. Here are four takeaways from the meeting which show what's to come in the MSU administration:

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Open letter sent by Apple met with response from MSU community

Alex Kurrie

February 19, 2016

In a recent letter to Apple users and customers, Apple CEO Tim Cook took a firm stand against a recent request from United States Federal Government. The government, specifically the FBI, has requested Apple conceive and construct the technology permitting authorities to access encrypted data on smartphones.

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Financial support sought to expand MSU's bike paths

Souichi Terada

February 18, 2016

As the days in East Lansing roll by, the much warmer spring will bless MSU with its presence. But the sign of favorable weather brings a new look all around campus. The bikers of MSU will be back in full storm, populating both the bike paths and paths as they travel quickly and efficiently.

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Disputes with DTN and CRMC leave students frustrated

Josh Bender

February 17, 2016

Many students report experiencing substantial problems with East Lansing’s two largest rental home providers, DTN and CRMC.

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How to go on a spring break trip on a budget

Josh Bender

February 17, 2016

With spring break less than a month away, many students are looking forward to some fun in the sun before the finals grind begins. However, planning such a trip on a college student’s budget can be a challenge.

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Gov. Rick Snyder appoints Trustee Joel Ferguson to Flint Receivership Transition Advisory Board

Rachel Fradette

February 17, 2016

Gov. Rick Snyder has appointed MSU Trustee Joel Ferguson to the Flint Receivership Transition Advisory Board, according to a press release

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MSU Department of Supply Chain Management first in new ranking

Rachel Fradette

February 17, 2016

MSU's Supply Chain Management program ranks first globally, according to a new ranking by SCM World.

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Sen. Debbie Stabenow visits campus, holds forum on student debt

Rachel Fradette

February 16, 2016

MSU’s College of Democrats hosted Sen. Debbie Stabenow (D-MI) at the International Center for a forum on paying for college and the growing debt of college students on Feb.16.

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MSU students make trip to Eastern Michigan to hear Bernie Sanders speak

Akshita Verma

February 16, 2016

On Feb. 15, Democratic presidential candidate Bernie Sanders visited Eastern Michigan University's campus for a rally. Despite the distance, MSU students made the trip to hear him speak. 

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Experiment started years ago by Dr. Beal continued today

Mason Bailey

February 16, 2016

Over 130 years ago, in the fall of 1879, Dr. William James Beal started one of the longest-running experiments in the world, and it’s taking place under the feet of MSU students walking to class across campus. The experiment’s focus was on how long the seeds of different species of weeds can lie dormant underground and still be able to grow when exposed to the proper conditions.

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Ohio Gov. John Kasich speaks at MSU, highlights higher ed funding

Alex Kurrie

February 15, 2016

Gov. John Kasich of Ohio held a town hall meeting at the MSU Union Monday and answered a number of questions including his position as a candidate in the campaign on discrimination, scientific research and higher education funding.

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Oregon State professor to visit campus, shed light on boxing and Catholicism relationship

Josh Bender

February 15, 2016

Oregon State University history prof. Amy Koehlinger will shed some light on this often overlooked relationship in her Feb. 15 lecture event entitled “Boxing, Manhood, and Religion."

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MSU Students for Choice holds Valentine's Day march

Akshita Verma

February 15, 2016

Despite the freezing weather, a crowd of students from MSU Students for Choice came together on Valentine’s Day for a march to raise awareness for the campaign "One Billion Rising."

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Community comes together in solidarity to support Muslim faith

Josh Bender

February 14, 2016

With Islamophobia and related terrorist attacks occurring across the world, members of the Lansing area clergy have come together to issue a statement of solidarity with the Islamic Center of East Lansing.

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MSU celebrates 161st birthday

Souichi Terada

February 12, 2016

Just two days away from Valentine’s Day, MSU is celebrating a different holiday — its birthday.

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Several instances of thefts reported to MSU police

Ray Wilbur

February 12, 2016

MSU police are reporting three instances of larceny on campus, Capt. Doug Monette said. Monette said it is imperative for students to secure their belongings in lockers when they exercise or play sports and to lock their doors.