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For the love of spuds
David Douches spends his days at the office surrounded by Mr. Potato Heads.
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Students exercise for spirituality
A mix of worship and workouts introduced a new duel-purpose program to students called Fitness Fellowship Tuesday night in Akers Hall.The program was an hour-long service that began with an affirmation and prayer scripture.
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ASMSU president constitutionality questioned, will attend hearing
The controversy continues in ASMSU, MSU's undergraduate student government, as the All University Student Hearing Board will meet on Thursday to review the findings of previous committees on whether or not current President Kiran Samra violated ASMSU code during her candidacy.According to a previous report, Samra allegedly violated the organization's elections code when applying to run for the position because of her previous role as chair of the Undergraduate Elections Commission, the group that oversees election processes.
NEWS
One of three suspects in murder of Dustyn Frolka to plead guilty
Samantha Grigg, one of three charged with murder in the death of MSU’s Dustyn Frolka, is expected to plead guilty.Grigg’s attorney Ron Zawacki said to the Lansing State Journal that Grigg is expected to enter a plea on April 28 in the Clinton County Circuit Court.Grigg, along with Tyrel Bredernitz and Brendan Heim, face life in prison on charges of murder and robbery.
FOOTBALL
Dantonio emphasizes fundamentals in spring football
Tuesday marked MSU’s fourth practice of the spring and only the team's second in full pads.
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Lansing residents rally pushing for increase in minimum wage
By Sergio Martínez-Beltránsmartinez@statenews.comTHE STATE NEWSnnThousands of people rallied on Tuesday across the nation asking members of the congress to increase the federal minimum wage.In Lansing, tens of people met in front of congressman Mike Rogers’s office as an attempt to convince him to sign the discharge petition to bring H.R.
FEATURES
Symposium to discuss Spanish storytelling styles
Students will have a chance to explore various methods of storytelling during the week with “The Art of Words: Myth, Legend and Tradition in Performance” symposium.
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Students, residents invited to tour T.B. Simon Power Plant
It is springtime in Michigan and though we are out of the wintery woods, warmer weather begins to nag at one constant in the lives of residents: energy consumption.
MICHIGAN
Student pleads guilty to charge of soliciting sex in Wonders Hall
An MSU student who was arrested in February on a misdemeanor soliciting prostitution charge has taken a plea agreement, according to court documents.
MEN'S BASKETBALL
Izzo addresses Appling's missed chances
It took four years for Keith Appling to realize he doesn’t get a second chance. Now that the MSU men’s basketball season — and his career — is over, it’s too late.
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Tax referendum, constitutional amendments on ASMSU voter ballot
ASMSU, MSU's undergraduate student government, began elections for college representatives, the ASMSU tax renewal and structure changes within the organization.
SPORTS
Three gymnasts heading to NCAA Regionals
As three MSU gymnasts head to compete at the NCAA Regionals on April 5 in Baton Rouge, La., they go in with the support of their team.Junior Alina Cartwright, sophomore Lisa Burt and freshman Elena Lagoski qualified for the meet with dual meet scores throughout their season, as well as their high performances in the Big Ten Championships. Cartwright and Burt are making the trip for the second year in a row and will compete in the all-around competition.
FEATURES
JV Polo Club wraps up year with competition
By April Jonesajones@statenews.comTHE STATE NEWSnnWeek after week, roughly 24 MSU students yank on riding boots, fasten their
MEN'S BASKETBALL
Izzo focusing on potential roster departures after season
The men's basketball season just ended two days ago, and Spartan fans know what that means — the next season has already begun.
COMMENTARY
Be successful by being yourself
I’m going through a lot of changes in my life right now — newly single, new job, new friends. I’m beginning to figure out that life is about what you love, not what anyone else expects of you. As long as no one else is negatively affected by your actions, go ahead and throw yourself into whatever it is you’re passionate about, whether it’s working out or binge-watching My Little Pony. In the end, knowing you didn’t stray from your true values will help you handle the outcome, whether it’s good or bad.
COMMENTARY
Living with parents has major benefits in college
For a lot of students, part of college involves moving out and learning how to live on your own. Suddenly you’re responsible for laundry and figuring out what to make for dinner each night.
MICHIGAN
MSU could lose $500k for union affiliation
A recent state subcommittee proposal could cut $500,000 out of MSU’s appropriations because of the university’s involvement with union-building workshops. The Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on Higher Education approved a budget on March 27 that included new language requiring public universities to “not participate in any instructional activity that encourages or discourages union organizing of employees.”
SPORTS
Izzo: Harris should move on, Dawson should stay
The 2013-14 men’s basketball season just ended three days ago, and you know what that means — the next season has already begun. Seniors Keith Appling and Adreian Payne won’t be on next year’s roster, and there could be a few more departures this offseason as well.
MICHIGAN
Signup deadline for Insurance Marketplace passed Monday
Although many people enrolled for health coverage through the Health Insurance Marketplace before the March 31 deadline, those still uninsured, including students, might face financial repercussions.
NEWS
Traffic deaths increase for second year in a row in Michigan
Traffic deaths in Michigan are up for the second year in a row according to a study done by Michigan State Police Criminal Justice Information Center.