SPORTS
APR scores released, indicate MSU sports in solid standing
The NCAA announced its Academic Progress Rates (APR) on Tuesday, and MSU sports are in good standing.
MICHIGAN
Music is...
For East Lansing resident Irene Blanchard, music is “an expression of a happy heart.”
MICHIGAN
E.L. gas station robber sentenced
Flint, Mich., resident Chrystal Atkins, one of the two women charged with robbing the Admiral gas station, 1120 E. Grand River Ave., last summer was given her sentencing yesterday morning at the Veterans Memorial Courthouse, 313 W. Kalamazoo St., in Lansing. She faced charges for robbery and spraying the station clerk with Mace.
MSU
Study shows small percentage of people wash hands properly
Be wary of what you touch — a recent MSU study published in the Journal of Environmental Health shows only 5 percent of people who use the bathroom wash their hands long enough to rid them of dirt and germs.
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MSU Prof supports Africans
What started out as an effort to raise money for netting expanded to a full-fledged campaign to educate children throughout Kenya, undertaken by the Students Taking on Malaria and Poverty, otherwise known as STOMP.
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College of Human Medicine plans to lease Flint facility
With student programs housed in cities across Michigan, the MSU College of Human Medicine plans to expand its presence even further.
MICHIGAN
Michigan residents one step closer to receiving Medicaid
More than 300,000 uninsured Michigan residents are one step closer to receiving health coverage under a Medicaid expansion offered through the hotly contested Affordable Care Act.
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MSU Prof wins Krieghbaum Under-40 Award
John Besley, an associate professor in MSU’s College of Communication Arts and Sciences, became the first MSU faculty member to be honored with the Krieghbaum Under-40 Award by the Association for Education in Journalism and Mass Communication, or AEJMC.
COMMENTARY
Choice for downtown space underwhelming
In the past week, East Lansing has been abuzz with the possibility the former Barnes & Noble Booksellers, located at 333 E. Grand River Ave., might have found a new tenant after being vacated for more than a year.
COMMENTARY
Jewish faith grows through Israel trip
As a young Jewish adult, I am granted a free 10-day trip to Israel, called Taglit- Birthright. This program is supported through many philanthropists, the government of Israel and through Jewish organizations and communities.
MICHIGAN
Suspect apprehended in string of robberies, police continue search for three other suspects
A suspect connected with two unarmed robberies which took place June 12 has been apprehended by the East Lansing Police Department after leading officers on a chase into Lansing.
MICHIGAN
E.L. City Council discuss future Park District plans at Tuesday meeting
A large audience filled City Hall’s Courtroom 2, 410 Abbot Road, Tuesday night as City Council began their work session with discussion on the future of the Park District.
MICHIGAN
Budget increases could improve old sewer systems
Many cities across the state cope with sewer system overflows when heavy rains strike, sometimes getting so overloaded during extreme weather that raw sewage spills into local rivers and streams.
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MSU Prof is selected to One Love Foundation counsel
MSU professor Cris Sullivan has been chosen to grace the One Love Foundation’s national advisory counsel. Sullivan, who also is the director of MSU Research Consortium on Gender-based Violence, was chosen in view of her contribution and research in the area of violence against women.
MICHIGAN
Search for Capitol building Christmas tree has begun
The Christmas frenzy has hit Lansing already — the hunt for the Christmas tree that will grace the front lawn of the state Capitol building is on.
FOOTBALL
MSU football improves Academic Progress Rate score
According to the latest NCAA Academic Progress Rates, Big Ten ratings are in good standing across the board.
FEATURES
Wharton Center and Breslin Center partner with leading ticketing service provider
Buying tickets for events at Wharton Center and Breslin Center will be more user-friendly now that they have partnered with Paciolan, a leading ticketing service provider.
FOOTBALL
Campers get athlete experience in annual Spartan Fantasy Football Camp
Lifelong Spartan fan Allen Klein has participated in the annual Spartan Fantasy Football Camp since its creation in 2006.
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MSU study shows Facebook helps first generation student's confidence
A team of MSU researchers suspected social media might help reduce fear and build confidence in the future college experiences of high school students.
NEWS
Police searching for two suspects after E.L. downtown armed robbery
The East Lansing Police Department, or ELPD, currently is searching for two suspects connected with an armed robbery which took place just after 11 p.m. June 10 on the 100 block of Orchard Street in East Lansing.