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Event showcases development in Michigan cities
Government leaders and MSU experts met on campus Thursday to discuss how to tackle urbanization issues, such as growing population and sprawl.
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MSU officials plan to decrease incoming freshman class sizes
With freshman enrollment for fall 2012 at an all-time high, the university now plans to decrease the number of incoming freshman admitted, at least for the next few years, according to an enrollment report presented at the University Council meeting Tuesday. The incoming freshman class grew from about 7,700 last year to about 8,100 this year, according to the report. MSU Provost Kim Wilcox at the University Council meeting MSU had more success in attracting incoming freshmen than expected. “We have to make an educated guess on who is likely to come based on prior years,” Wilcox said. According to the report, the university projects to admit fewer freshmen in the coming years — about 7,700 in 2013, 7,500 in 2014 and 7,300 in 2015 and 2016.
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Board of Trustees candidates talk goals
As the November election approaches, here is a look at the candidates competing for two spots on the MSU Board of Trustees. The board decides on numerous issues, such as budget, tuition, faculty appointments and construction project approvals.
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Study: Asian students display more diversity in their religion
According to the study, Asian Americans identify as Christians, Buddhists, Hindus, Muslims and Sikhs, among others, while about a quarter say they are unaffiliated.
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Students participate in campout to raise cancer awareness
After witnessing his aunt successfully battle breast cancer, social relations and policy senior Austin Muir has been conscious of the struggles of cancer.
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Conference connects students with jobs in metro Detroit
More than 130 graduate and undergraduate students attended the LiveWorkDetroit! road show, sponsored by the Pure Michigan campaign, to listen to various speakers and view presentations pertaining to Detroit’s infrastructure and employment opportunities.
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RHA Movie Offices to return next week
Students hoping to relax after midterm exams will be able to watch a movie in their dorm rooms next week thanks to the Residence Halls Association, or RHA.
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MSU officials recommend Poston as new dean of CANR
University officials announced Tuesday that Fred Poston, MSU’s vice president for finance and operations, has been recommended as the new dean of the College of Agriculture and Natural Resources, or CANR.
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Panhellenic Council helps prevent member hazing
As a part of its first Hazing Prevention Week, the Panhellenic Council invited members of the greek community to handprint a large banner as their pledge toward creating a hazing-free environment Tuesday.
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Duck Days promotes safe holiday drinking
There are a few things Count Duckula and the Bride of Quackenstein want you to know before having a few drinks this Halloween weekend.
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Event encourages positive body image
Clad merely in his blue boxer briefs, white socks and bright blue sneakers, hospitality business junior Blair Pitcairn stood proud — owning himself — in South Case Hall’s lobby on Monday afternoon.
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MSU merchandise sees recent sales increase
Because of the popularity of MSU athletics, sales of MSU collegiate merchandise have increased by a whopping 82 percent nationally compared to last year.
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Hsu brings new energy, drive to VP position
With his first semester at MSU already half over, Hsu said he has been adjusting well to his new position
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Black community talks faith, politics at conference
Trevesha Vinson’s booming voice filled the Kellogg Center auditorium on Monday night with words of power and endearment.
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Student representatives share goals
The Residence Halls Association, or RHA, the Council of Graduate Students, or COGS, and MSU’s undergraduate student governments provide services, funding and a voice for MSU students. With their contributions to policymaking at MSU, The State News decided to catch up with a few members of these governing bodies to find out who these student representatives really are.
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Professor dies after collapsing
Chemistry professor Gregory Baker, 58, died Thursday after collapsing on campus Wednesday evening.
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Research paper details effective Twitter use
A pair of Spartans have found Twitter can be used for more than learning about what Kim Kardashian is having for dessert.
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MSU Band members protect Sparty statue from U-M vandals during game week
During the week before the Spartans take on the Wolverines, the Spartan Marching Band protects the symbol and pride of MSU’s campus, the Sparty statue, from vandals in a tradition known as Sparty Watch.
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For the love of fur: Veterinary students walk to save strays
Veterinary students took a break from their stressful schedules to bring their pets to campus to compete in a race for a good cause.
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Hindu students celebrate Navratri
For physiology sophomore Ronak Patel, the Hindu festival Navratri is a celebration he and his loved ones embrace each year.