FOOTBALL
The Dantonio era: Defense above all
Dantonio's teams featured a stifling defense that was the priority in nearly every season he coached.
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Michigan State BOT approves tuition, room and board freeze, new code of ethics
The board approved a new code of ethics and updated the conflict of interest policy, both of which were previously enacted in 2006.
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Highlights from MSU's virtual spring commencement ceremony
Michigan State hosted its virtual commencement ceremony for spring 2020 graduates Saturday. Here are the highlights and keynotes.
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WATCH: MSU's virtual commencement ceremony
Graduation is a momentous occasion for students. Here's how to watch and make the most of the virtual ceremony.
MICHIGAN
Court hears arguments in lawsuit filed against Gov. Whitmer by Michigan legislature
Presiding Judge Cynthia Stephens stated she will deliver her ruling in writing, which she declared “will certainly not be the last word” as the case is expected to make its way to the state Supreme Court.
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Michigan State resumes search for Chief Diversity Officer
The CDO will report directly to the president and work with other university senior executives for diversity, equity and inclusion plans on campus.
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East Lansing DDA awards business relief grants, looks to increase restaurant support
The East Lansing Downtown Development authority, or DDA, awarded 57 businesses with grants through the first round of the Business Relief Program. According to the press release, each business will receive a $2,500 grant to help address hardships caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.
FOOTBALL
Spartan football in the fall: How it could return and why it needs to wait
There might not be football in the fall, and if there is, it won’t be the same — but that can’t be our priority right now.
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Michigan State's provost hiring decision faces backlash during Board of Trustees meeting
Members of the public brought up concerns about Teresa Woodruff, who was chosen as MSU's next provost.
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Breaking down incoming Provost Teresa Woodruff's contract with MSU
From salary to benefits to job responsibilities, here's what's in the contract for Michigan State's new provost.
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Coping with COVID-19: Experts weigh in on a looming mental health crisis
Mental health experts are working now to keep the spirits of the public lifted while they endure living under the pressure of a government mandated 6-foot bubble.
MICHIGAN
Fight erupts over display deemed 'hate speech,' hundreds protest at Michigan Capitol
There was an altercation during the protest spurred by a display depicting the governor hanging from a noose. As soon as the speakers noticed the sign, they called for police and condemned the display and the use of physical violence. Nooses and a sign reading "Tyrants get the rope" have appeared at previous protests at the Capitol.
NEWS
Houselights: Never Have I Ever
This week Houselights dives into Never Have I Ever, a new Netflix show highlighting the life of a first-generation Indian-American teenager, they look at which characters were their favorites, which episodes stuck out to them and how the show handled diversity.
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MSU suspends university-sponsored travel indefinitely, exploring hybrid on-campus instruction
Michigan State announced updates from its Reopening Campus Task Force.
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A look back at ex-MSU President Simon's longstanding court entanglement ending in dismissal
Overall, the dismissal of former President Lou Anna K. Simon's charges marks one facet of an ongoing air of conflict and controversy characterizing Michigan State's standing during the fallout from the Larry Nassar cases.
MICHIGAN
EL budget guides funding of businesses, housing assistance amid COVID-19 uncertainty
The East Lansing City Council discussed its preliminary fiscal year 2021 budget, outlining sources of funding and revenue in developments at its May 12 meeting.
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East Lansing releases police footage in recently closed excessive force investigation
The city of East Lansing released five videos related to an investigation into ELPD's alleged excessive force.
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Charges dismissed against ex-MSU President Lou Anna K. Simon
She was charged with two misdemeanors and two felonies, accused of lying to Michigan State Police during a 2018 investigation about her knowledge of a 2014 Title IX complaint concerning Nassar's abuse.
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Video in state police investigation of ELPD to be released as city considers oversight committee
The incidents investigated included a December traffic stop and arrest and an altercation and arrest at 7-Eleven in February.
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Mental health resources and tips from MSU, UM physicians
You could go from being anxious or scared, frustrated or angry, exhausted or unmotivated to being calm, at peace or even grateful all in the same day, which can definitely be hard to manage.