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UAB film festival winners reflect on accomplishments

Kayla Clarke

February 25, 2015

Production began Sept. 21 and ran rather smoothly, Laimbeerka said. Barens was open to the idea for the film, and his parents were very cooperative. They provided childhood photographs and videos of, some of which can be seen in the film. As a producer, Laimbeer was in charge of scheduling and conducting interviews, along with ensuring all other parts of the film came together. This was his first time doing a voice-over for a film, and in order to prepare for the role he studied other sports documentaries.

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Fundraiser slated to honor Lacey Holsworth

Andrew Merkle

February 25, 2015

The Legacy fundraiser will be held on March 4 at Buffalo Wild Wings in East Lansing, and will begin as soon as the doors open at 11 a.m.

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Student Housing Cooperative considers allowing non-student residents

AJ Moser

February 24, 2015

The MSU Student Housing Co-Operative may be considering opening its doors to non-students in an attempt to make the housing more affordable.

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Chemical odors prompt brief evacuation at Cyclotron Thursday

Cameron Macko

February 24, 2015

MSU police said 10 employees were evacuated, and one was taken to Sparrow Hospital as a precaution.

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Police investigating identity theft, credit card fraud

Cameron Macko

February 24, 2015

Identity Theft A 50-year-old female employee was the victim of identity theft reported to police on Feb.

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Student groups aim to help women find success

Jequcory Davis

February 24, 2015

MSU has a multitude of organizations dedicated to tackling and overcoming the institutionalized barriers that may hinder or prevent women’s success.

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Women well-represented in East Lansing business owners

The United States Census Bureau states that Michigan boasts 30.4% of their business firms as female-owned, while in East Lansing, 22% of business are owned and run by women. 

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MSU alerts undergo limited changes, first of a series

Michael Kransz

February 24, 2015

MSU's new Alert Portal is the first of several emergency preparedness changes implemented by the university's police department over the coming months.

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Bike polo players don't let winter weather hinder camaraderie

Ryan Squanda

February 24, 2015

During the cold winter months, the club meets at 5 p.m. every Friday in IM Sport-West. The group also meets and plays in various outdoor locations when it’s warm out such as Munn field, Demonstration field or even underutilized tennis courts at local schools.

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Women's Lounge acts as refuge from busy campus life

Katie Winkler

February 24, 2015

After its debut in 1925, the Union Women’s Lounge was a place to wait for rides to swing by the south side of the building. Since then, it has transformed into a secluded study space.

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Events on campus for National Eating Disorder Awareness Week

Meagan Beck

February 23, 2015

This week marks National Eating Disorder Awareness Week, a week dedicated to educating and raising awareness of the harmful diseases many struggle with everyday. 

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In wake of UNC shootings, students reflect on anti-discrimination efforts

AJ Moser

February 23, 2015

Many citizens across the country are still reeling from the tragic and senseless murders that occurred last week at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.

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Chinese students use new year gala to reconnect with culture

Maria Braganini

February 22, 2015

Participants anxiously lined up at the doors of Breslin Center waiting to attend the fifth annual Chinese Spring Festival Gala Friday evening.

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Student talent highlighted at UAB's Spartan Film Festival

Maria Braganini

February 22, 2015

UAB Films Committee rolled out the red carpet Saturday evening at the Spartan Film Festival held in Wells Hall. The Spartan Film Festival is the Films Committee largest event of the year, exclusively showcasing student films.

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College of Engineering excited about new additions, disciplines

Ryan Squanda

February 22, 2015

Despite all these additions, for many involved in the MSU College of Engineering, it’s no time to rest. There’s more work to be done.

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Tickets on sale for Bill Maher's October Wharton Center performance

Katie Winkler

February 20, 2015

American political satirist Bill Maher will bring his political humor, shown on his show, HBO's "Real Time," to MSU later this year. 

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ASMSU considers mid-semester feedback system

Ray Wilbur

February 20, 2015

Seven Ivy League universities and nine Big Ten universities have some form of mid-semester feedback process for students to voice concerns about the course before it ends.

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TEDxMSU speaker list released

Katie Winkler

February 20, 2015

With the intentions to get inspired by fellow Spartans and be proud of the research innovations coming out of MSU, TEDxMSU is putting together a conference set for March 4 at the Wharton Center Cobb Hall.

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Alleged gang makes headlines in China

Michael Kransz

February 19, 2015

The recent trial of two Chinese students and the allegations of a student gang have raised concerns for parents abroad and may have damaging effects on the reputation of MSU in China, due in large part to negative media coverage the trial has received overseas, Chinese students said.

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Student makes the daily commute barefoot

Ryan Squanda

February 19, 2015

For the most part, chemical engineering sophomore Dustin Edwards ka is a lot like any MSU student. He studies hard, he’s part of a few clubs on campus, and he’s even in the Air Force ROTC program. There is one glaring difference between him and his peers — he doesn’t wear any shoes.