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All hands on deck: Behind-the-scenes of MSU commencement
From printing programs to securing speakers to live streaming internationally, it’s all hands on deck for graduation.
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Graduating seniors reflect on growth during college
“I would (tell my freshman self) I'm proud of them for what they’ve overcome,” Aziz said. “I'm proud that I figured out who I am, who I want to be, and proud that I am so passionate about physical therapy and helping other people. I'm just very proud of myself and how much I’ve grown.”
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Another former patient reports sexual abuse by ex-MSU doctor Larry Nassar
Disgraced ex-Michigan State University doctor Larry Nassar has been accused of sexual abuse by another former patient, adding to the hundreds of survivors who have shared their stories since the first report in 2016.
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MSU seniors reflect on lasting college friendships
Enrolling at Michigan State University can be a turning point in many people's lives. For many, it can be a place where opportunities open — specifically, opportunities to meet new people that can become lifelong friends.
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An alternative academic path: Graduating transfer students reflect on their time at Michigan State
With graduation just a few weeks away, most seniors will tell you the same thing: Those four years went by a little too quick. Now, shave a year or two off those four and imagine how fast that would fly by.
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Relationship violence, sexual misconduct workgroup chairs step down
Relationship Violence and Sexual Misconduct Expert Advisory Workgroup co-chairs Rebecca Campbell and Andrea Munford are stepping down from their positions. New co-chairs will take over starting May 15.
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MSU student services break down barriers, support students in overcoming graduation obstacles
From individualized support and advising to financial aid assistance, MSU’s pathway programs are breaking down barriers and propelling students toward graduation and beyond.
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Students protest Board of Trustees' refusal to release Nassar documents
“There's still more justice that needs to be served,” protest organizer Charlotte Plotzke said. “Why do you think they're hiding these documents? There is more to the story. And those stories matter. Survivors, their stories matter … and this institution is showing us that they do not believe that, and that is unacceptable.”
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Woodruff, MSU leaders move together to dismiss Gupta lawsuit
Seven of Michigan State University’s top administrators agreed today to file a single motion to dismiss controversial former business school dean Sanjay Gupta’s lawsuit.
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Student plans protest against Board of Trustees following denial of Nassar document release
Communications and music junior Charlotte Plotzke called for students to join the protest at 11 a.m. on April 25 at the Hannah Administration Building to hold the Board of Trustees accountable.
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MSU Dean of Students resigned after drunken misconduct, records show
His exit was spurred by his “inappropriate behavior” while at the National Association of Student Personnel Administrators’ regional conference in Chicago, Illinois in November of 2022, according to records obtained by The State News, which were initially withheld by MSU.
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MSU breaks ground on future multicultural center
Construction on the new multicultural center is officially underway after MSU hosted a ground-breaking ceremony on April 21. The $38 million project will be the first free-standing multicultural center on campus after decades of student advocacy.
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ASMSU elects Vice President of Internal Affairs, Vice President of Student Allocations in final election night
Candidates Connor Le and Bhawna Vaswani were elected Vice President of Internal Affairs and Vice President of Student Allocations in the final night of elections for Associated Students of Michigan State University.
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New labs and lecture hall unveiled in renovated packaging building
The College of Packaging unveiled its new renovations that have been in the works for 14 months.
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Nessel: MSU board chair orchestrated plan to release Nassar documents, but didn't follow through
Michigan State University board chair Rema Vassar contacted the state’s attorney general to tell her she had the votes to release thousands of long-withheld documents relating to the university’s handling of disgraced ex-MSU doctor Larry Nassar.
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Students Against Gun Violence urge trustees to change MSU's gun policy
Section 18.01 of the Board of Trustees firearms ordinance allows members of the general public with valid gun permits to conceal carry in outdoor public spaces on campus. At an MSU board meeting, Students Against Gun Violence members demanded the policy's revision.
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MSU board approves 7% rate increase for dorms, meal-plans
The 7% increase was brought about by rising inflation, according to the proposal.
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ASMSU approves upcoming budget, new vice presidents of academic, governmental affairs
Devin Woodruff won the Vice President of Academic Affairs role with 25 votes after a run-off election and a re-vote.
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Associated Students of MSU candidate goes rogue
“To be frank, I know my chances are very, very low right now," Computer science junior Kaden Cho said. “I've heard all about inclusion from everyone here and that the system that you guys have over here is pretty much built against it. Y'all are disgusting hypocrites.”
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ASMSU elects new vice president of financial operations
As the current Associated Students of MSU associate vice president of financial operations, Drew Gardner is now moving up to the role of vice president of financial operations.