MSU Police reveal new MSU Alert Portal

MSUPD revealed today their newly-implemented alert notification system and announced new measures for emergency preparedness. In a statement released on Facebook, the department said the draw of the new MSU Alert Portal is that users on- and off-campus can tailor more easily the way they'd like to receive emergency alerts and outreach messages. Residents nearby campus and student's parents also can sign up for these messages. MSUPD also unveiled their plan to implement a quicker alert system after March 1 that will send out a short, vital message related to an emergency while a longer message is being written. Lastly, the department will be replacing sirens around campus with speakers that have the ability to broadcast both severe weather warning sirens and vocal messages that tell students what actions to take in an emergency.

A hospital, a home and a hub for learning

The Veterinary Medical Center, which services a range of animals from cats and dogs to zebras and lions, is also a center for learning for students looking to go into veterinary medicine.

Allegations purporting Chengguan as MSU gang fall flat with Chinese students

Allegations of a Chinese student gang on campus appear to be exaggerated, according to MSU Chinese students who know members of the group.

With recent cases, take steps to avoid credit card fraud

Credit card fraud is unfortunately an ever-present aspect of today’s world, and something every consumer should be aware and conscious of. Credit card theft and fraud cases happen frequently at MSU, and can be prevented with simple security measures.

Humans of East Lansing

Use of wild mako shark in cafeteria recipe incites outrage from student group

One student organization on MSU’s campus has taken action against a dining hall for serving what is believed to be a vulnerable species.

MSU law enforcement gives tips for avoiding dorm thefts after an increase this semester

Jeremy Christopher Ford's sentencing was announced by MSU police Feb.

Film studies now a major in College of Arts and Letters

The new bachelor’s degree in film studies program within the College of Arts and Letters looks to train students in the production, theory and criticism of cinema.

Looking for a new place to live? Check out these websites

For students looking to find a place to stay during next school year, multiple online resources are available.

Student showcases love of jazz with original songs

Jazz studies senior Olin Clark has been playing and writing music since he first received a guitar for his 13th birthday. Though he admittedly had no idea what he was doing at the time, Clark has since gone from writing beginner’s music for guitar to writing full nonet jazz pieces.

Concerns raised over impact of tobacco ban on international students

At last week’s ASMSU meeting, Asian Pacific American Students Organization representative Kyle Parent brought up points from his constituents who feel ostracized on campus. He expressed concern for the possible tobacco ban on campus and its possible effect on Asian international students.

Campus file-sharing reports rise after dip in 2013

But that increase of Digital Millennium Copyright Act complaints, from 970 to 1,134, received by the university pales in comparison to the four-year-high of 2,021 in 2011.

Runners brave cold for Heart Throb 5K

Mimi Patterson said she was happy to have the opportunity to spend time with her daughter.  “Now that she's off at college I don't get to see her very often and so for her to invite me to do something with her was awesome, so I jumped at it,” Mimi Patterson said. 

Detroit man sentenced for dorm invasions in Hubbard Hall last year

Detective Chad Davis of MSU police gave more details of the investigation behind Jeremy Christopher Ford, who was sentenced this week for a series of home invasions in Hubbard Hall last February with an accomplice, Terry Wallace. 

"Non-specific threat" at Snyder-Phillips leads to short secure-in-place

MSU police temporarily sent The Gallery at Snyder-Phillips into secure-in-place for what they deemed a "non-specific threat" just before 11 a.m. Friday morning. 

"Treat yo self" this Valentine's Day

Clothes. Fragrances. Massages. Mimosas. Fine leather goods.

Valentine's Day doesn't have to cost a fortune with on-campus events

For college students on a budget, Valentine's Day can be a difficult holiday.

Spreading Kindness

Kindness and courage. These two words personified Charlie Waller. Although Charlie, the son of MSU history professor John Waller, passed away Dec. 5, 2013, from cancer at the age of five, no one could have predicted the impact Charlie would have on the East Lansing and MSU communities.

Detroit resident to serve 18 to 180 months in prison for Hubbard Hall home invasions

Detroit resident Jeremy Christopher Ford was sentenced to between 18 and 180 months in prison for a series of home invasions that happened between Feb.

Activists prepare for Valentine's Day domestic violence march

Participants will meet at the rock on Farm Lane at noon Saturday to participate in the protest, and are encouraged to wear pink or red. Protesters are expected to leave the rock using Farm Lane, and turn left on Grand River Avenue. The march is expected to end at the Brody neighborhood complex in front of The Kellogg Center, premed sophomore and co-president of SFC Cayley Winters said.