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MSU Black Students' Alliance calls for university support, accountability amid racial slur incident

After an incident where racial slurs were posted outside the Student Services Building on June 8 of this year, the Michigan State University Black Students' Alliance, or BSA, released a statement calling for support and accountability from the university. In the statement, BSA addressed MSU's administration and explained the significance of what happened, what it is like to be a Black student at a predominantly white institution, or PWI, and action they hope to see regarding improving safety.

PODCASTS

The 1909: Mel Tucker and the MSU Presidential search

Our host Alex Walters sits down with Kenny Jacoby, USA Today reporter who broke the news about Mel Tucker, to discuss everything known about the situation so far. Walters also speaks with Theo Scheer, administration and academics reporter, discussing new details about the MSU Presidential search. I

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Houselights: Dating apps and industry plants

Open up the curtains — we're back under the lights! With host Liz Nass, and now Jaden Beard as a permanent host, we're back and better than ever to discuss dating apps, industry plants, Olivia Rodrigo's newest album "GUTS" and more on this week's episode of Houselights. 

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All Shades of Chocolate: Welcome Back!

Hosts Shakyra Mabone, Jada Vasser and Anthony Brinson III introduce themselves once again as they make their return. It's such an honor to be back for a new season, and we're grateful for everyone tuning back in.