LIFE
A socially distanced St. Patrick's Day: MSU and city officials cite concern
MSU and city officials share safe ways to celebrate St. Patrick's Day.
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Petition asks to let summer graduates walk at spring commencements
“It just feels like a slap in the face," Ashlynn Seymour said.
COMMENTARY
Column: My personal mental health journey during the pandemic
I recognize that I was extremely fortunate to have the friends and family that I have because I would not be writing this article without them. This has made me realize that the connections that we have on a personal level need to be prioritized, and that we need to be diligent in checking up with one another, especially now.
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Low resident numbers bring financial hit to MSU housing
In the 2022 fiscal year, the university hopes to stable enrollment, discontinue wage concessions, discontinue benefit concessions and invest in priority programming.
LIFE
MSU students agree that wellness days were ineffective
On an Instagram poll that The State News conducted asking students whether they were actually getting a break during their wellness days, 141 students answered no and only 29 students answered yes.
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ASMSU passes bill in support of petition to reassess the 5th-Year Internship Program for teaching students
There is no set timetable for action regarding the petition from MSU, but students are hopeful that the bill passed by ASMSU will be enough support to cause change.
SPOTLIGHT
Women in leadership pave the way for future generations
Women students, faculty and alumna lead the way for future Spartans and celebrate their successes throughout the month of March.
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New Broad exhibit showcases modern work cycles effect on society
Greulich said that the virtual programming tours have been a success for the museum because they have been able to engage a global audience and display their art to many who wouldn’t have had the chance to see it if it was not online.
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MSU to hold 75% of classes for the fall semester in person
The email said the classes will be held in hybrid, in-person and online formats.
LIFE
Black Student Alliance to host annual Black MSU pageant
The BSA Executive Board selected Afrofuturism as the theme of the night, a concept that fuses Black culture and technology.
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MSU plans to build new Multicultural Center, 3 different location options
Michigan State plans to build new Multicultural Center this coming Spring after numerous student organizations have asked for a free standing structure.
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Balancing the life of an essential worker and college student
For many, the past year has been a blur of zoom meetings and email chains for work and school while staying home from class and work due to the pandemic.
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Cornel West discussed Black culture, civil rights leaders for MSU lecture series
If you are interested in watching the webinar with West or any of the other speakers in the William Anderson lecture series, you can find the videos on the college of osteopathic medicine website, which are available to the public.
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MSU to lift enhance physical distancing directive Sunday
Increased positivity rates from travel may lead to another enhanced distancing directive implemented in the future, according to a university email.
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MSU alumni in Texas rely on community to combat harsh winter weather
MSU alumni share their experiences with power outages, loss of heat and water during the freezing temperatures in Texas, as well as how their communities handled it.
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A miracle for MSU student Michael Zyrek
After a long few weeks, Michael Zyrek is on the road to recovery. He continues to receive support from the community, and individuals continue to fundraise.
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MSU Museum announces new exhibit to celebrate Black History Month
The exhibit explains the meaning of Afrofuturism and explores different comics created by Black artists to imagine the world in a way that embraces differences and celebrates freedom.
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Sculptor and MSU grad O.V. "Verne" Shaffer dies at 93
Shaffer sculpted the “Sunseed” statue displayed in the Botanical Gardens on campus. The sculpture was a gift from the E.J. and Julia Crozier McClearly family to the university.
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27 reports of MSU Community Compact violations since the start of spring semester
Of the 27 reports, four have been placed on an interim suspension.
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ASMSU advocated for OIE transparency, accountability
The Office of Institutional Equity deals with complaints and administers a formal process with much authority to investigate. The Office of University Ombudsperson can interact and guide students in the right direction for resources but are not mandated reporters to initiate any process.