MSU
ASMSU makes changes to several programs, cancels Safe Ride
ASMSU altered most of their services for the fall semester due to COVID-19 and online classes.
NEWS
High school football beginning this week in Michigan
East Lansing football players will kick off their season Sept. 18 at Portage Central.
COMMENTARY
Column: Quarantine gave me time to think. Here are my thoughts.
I can’t control what the person next to me does. All I can control is myself. Every decision, whether it be responsible or reckless, has a consequence that could potentially impact the greater community. Remember that, and remember personal accountability saves us all from having to play the blame game.
MSU
Spartan Remix faces challenge online, organizations feeling disconnect
“Safety is the most important thing, in the summer we were debating having it online or having it in-person, ultimately we made the call to have it online because that was the safest option,” student director Jay Gooden said. “If I have to sacrifice attendance a little to keep people safe, that’s what we have to do.”
MSU
Q&A with Vice President of Auxiliary Enterprises Vennie Gore
Gore sits down with The State News to discuss COVID-19 relief, mental health initiatives for students and much more.
MICHIGAN
East Lansing Hannah Community Center set to reopen partially
Community members will be required to participate in a health screening and wear face coverings within the facility upon reopening. However, face coverings will not be required when swimming or in locker room showers. Temperatures will also be taken during the health screening.
NEWS
How FOMO has evolved since the COVID-19 pandemic
Through the pandemic, students have seen the demise of FOMO, despite an increase on social media time, but as they make their way back to campus, that feeling of missing out is crawling back into their minds.
FOOTBALL
Where are former Spartans taking the field in the NFL?
In total, there are 11 former Spartans starting the season on active NFL rosters, with several more on practice squads/injured reserve.
NEWS
Michigan State football gets commitment from 2021 three-star RB Audric Estime
Mel Tucker and MSU football added Audric Estime to their 2021 recruiting class on Sunday. The class now sits at 12th in the Big Ten.
MICHIGAN
ICHD issues mandatory quarantine for 30 large properties in East Lansing
The quarantined properties include 23 fraternity and sorority houses and seven large rental houses.
LIFE
Column: Politics polarizing family dynamics, MSU students weigh in
I'm a Democrat, a liberal, progressive, left-leaning, blue, whatever you want to call it. You all know Bernie Sanders, I assume? Yeah, exactly. My parents? The opposite. Republican, conservatives, right-leaning, red, you get the gist. I know I'm not the only one in this sticky situation.
MICHIGAN
ELPD to hire social workers in place of two vacant officer positions
East Lansing PD is looking to hire two social workers instead of two more patrol officers. One MSU professor believes, along with city officials, that it's a step in the right direction.
MICHIGAN
Mayor Aaron Stephens reflects on his journey to mayor, his position on a historic council
“I obviously did not expect to be in the position that I am right now," Stephens said. "I didn’t even expect to be mayor pro tem. Being mayor pro tem was a really big honor in itself because that showed my fellow council members had some faith in me to be a leader on the council already, which was really, honestly, very, very humbling for me — and I was proud of that.”
MSU
What's happening at University of Michigan
"Reclaim MSU advocates for shared governance, in which students, faculty, and staff are involved in university decision making at the highest levels," ReclaimMSU said in a statement. "The GEO strike at the University of Michigan illustrates what happens when administrators make decisions alone, without shared governance and without fully engaging all stakeholders. This action also demonstrates the moral power and organizational strength of the GEO. We stand in solidarity with them and applaud their courage."
ICE HOCKEY
After 35 years, MSU hockey Zamboni driver Lou Tomo looks back on his tenure
Fixing up the ice in between periods is a lot tougher than it looks. It requires a certain amount of precision, and it becomes more important when you deal with high leverage college hockey games.
MICHIGAN
Trump and Biden's first presidential speeches in Michigan fact-checked
Joe Biden questioned Donald Trump's handling of COVID-19 while Trump spoke against Bidenu2019s son saying he assisted in the sale of a Michigan car company overseas. Each candidate made a series of claims. We selected some of the important statements and fact-checked them to verify their accuracy.
MICHIGAN
With 342 MSU-affiliated COVID-19 cases, all local students recommended to self-quarantine
Students should self-quarantine for at least 14 days to prevent further transmission of COVID-19 in Ingham County
MICHIGAN
Rep. Slotkin urges students to vote: 'It’s arguably the most important election of our lifetime'
Despite the ramifications for political campaigns dependent on college voters, Slotkin, who is seeking re-election against Paul Junge, said MSU President Samuel L. Stanley's move to online learning was the right decision.
MSU
Building named after KKK member changed, Melissa Woo appointed as EVP for Administration
“I recognize the unfortunate impact on the Nisbet family but our decision is not about Mr. Nisbet’s family or even his contributions to educational, public or corporate life in Michigan," MSU President Samuel L. Stanley Jr. said. "Instead, it’s about acknowledging that the KKK has been involved in extreme racism and horrific violence towards Black Americans.”
MICHIGAN
Former MSU PD deputy chief Valerie O'Brien returns from paid leave after more than a year
Former MSU Police Deputy Chief Valerie O'Brien, who was placed on administrative leave with her husband and former MSU PD detective JJ Bradac in 2019, has returned after more than a year. Her husband, Bradac, is no longer employed by MSU or the department.