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Holmes Hall residents test positive for COVID-19
The email did not specify the number of positive cases; however, those individuals will be self-isolating.
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The fallout of events in 'Athlete A' continues to impact MSU
Michigan State University’s four presidents in the span of two years, three criminal trials and two convictions in a stonewalled state investigation and a record $4.5 million fine from the U.S Department of Education were all catalyzed by the subject of a recently-released Netflix documentary.
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6 feet apart or Zoom U: What class will look like come fall
With heaps of classes being moved online and in-person learning socially distanced, coming to campus in the fall may not be as easy, especially without knowing what to expect.
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'It's just different': MSU professors prepare classes for partially online fall semester
When instruction “returns to normal” professors can make takeaways from the time they spent online.
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New ICE guidance bars 1st-year international students with all online classes from entering US
First-year international students will likely be unable to study in the United States, according to an update by the Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) to the Student and Exchange Visitor’s Program (SEVP) guidance Friday.
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MSU president announces search for new MSUPD chief; current chief to go on medical leave
Stanley said Chief Kelly Roudebush, who has been with MSUPD since 1994, has openly shared she was diagnosed with breast cancer a year ago.
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Academic calendar survey proposes spring 2021 calendar alternatives
The survey will be open until July 26.
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MSU alumni invent 'Toad Openers' to reduce touchpoints on doors
Moritz and Wells said they want to work with students to promote innovation and installation.
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A look into MSU’s budget, tuition plans following student petition to lower fall rates
The rates per semester are $7,230 to $8,595 for Michigan-resident, undergraduate students, and $19,883 to $20,786 for out-of-state, undergraduate students, according to MSU's Flat Rate Tuition website.
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MSU using Akers Hall for isolation housing, relocating some incoming students
Students originally assigned to live in Akers Hall were notified in an email sent Friday
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ASMSU calls to establish Sexual Assault Ad Hoc Committee, passed four bills
In a special summer ASMSU meeting Thursday, four bills were passed unanimously.
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MSU track athlete, state record holder Tony Martin dies in Saginaw shooting
Saginaw Police Department's Major Crimes Unit is investigating the shooting as a double homicide. As of midday Sunday, no one has been brought into custody.
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Spartan Fireside webinars answer community questions on upcoming fall semester
The three nights of Spartan Firesides answered questions about responses to learning, culture and other uncertainties the university might be facing this upcoming fall semester.
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President Stanley hosts international student webinar, addresses tuition, ICE restrictions
Students submitted 105 questions for Stanley through a Google form prior to the meeting.
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Michigan State University promotes 'Together We Will' slogan, updates guidelines, information on fall reopening
In their efforts to prepare students to return in the fall, MSU has released a number of YouTube videos on their page, explaining different aspects of life on campus and reforming the Spartan slogan, "Spartans Will" to "Together We Will."
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Black clothing line created by MSU student, other Black-owned businesses in the Lansing area
With his brand, Hawkins emphasized quality, originality and creativity in each and every garment.
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James Madison College considers name change, announces anti-racist agenda
The DEI plan will “lay out a strategic agenda of action items, with benchmarks, deadlines, and measurable outcomes to meet the college’s goals.”
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ICE removes policy to ban international students from taking online classes in the US
"This is a huge victory for the entire international student community," ISA President Chittawan Boonsitanon said in a statement. "It is a testament to the importance of collaboration between the students and the administrators. However, we also recognize that there is still more work to be done and although the regulations have been rescinded, new guidance from SEVP is still required for Fall 2020. Until that happens, we demand that international students be given a choice to decide on how they pursue their coursework for Fall 2020 without jeopardizing their enrollment status."
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AG, MSU officials and community fight to keep international students in the US amid new regulations
Amid growing concerns for the future of international students, Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel, Michigan State University officials and community members have taken action to keep international students in the U.S.
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Stanley, ASMSU, ISA to host July 15 webinar regarding new ICE regulations
Following the news that international students without any in-person classes will be required to leave the country, the Associated Students of Michigan State University and the International Students Association are hosting a webinar with President Samuel L. Stanley Jr. to discuss the new regulations.