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How MSU's reopening plans compare to other Michigan universities
Central Michigan University and the University of Michigan are the closest comparisons.
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A look into what led a tenured math professor to be fired by Michigan State
Selman Akbulut alleged years of discrimination, he was found in violation of university teaching policies
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'Rise up': Lansing protest preaches communication, love
“I came here today to show my support and participate in a show of solidarity with people to express their anger over what happened to George Floyd and all of the unarmed people who are killed by police all the time," protester Jordan Davis said.
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'We're Next': East Lansing peaceful protest aims to provoke community action, change
"We just want equality. We want accountability, and we want transparency ... and it's so good that the community has come together to show us support," East Lansing resident Farhan Sheikh-Omar said.
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Michigan State students, administration, athletics react to national unrest
Students react largely in support of national unrest.
COMMENTARY
Column: Why 'sticking to sports' is no longer an option
Why "sticking to sports" has not, and will never be the right choice.
MICHIGAN
'Allow something positive to grow from it': Community gathers to clean up Lansing
Members of the community aided in clean-up efforts following a Lansing protest against police-brutality that escalated yesterday evening.
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Restaurants to reopen at 50% capacity June 8, Michigan enters 'improving stage'
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer has announced the entire state of Michigan will be entering Phase 4 — the “improving stage" — of her “MI Safe Start” plan as COVID-19 case and death numbers continue to decline in the state.
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Stanley hosts reopening webinar for returning MSU students
Many details of the return to campus are still being decided.
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Contact tracing in Michigan: What you need to know
Volunteers do not have access to test results, addresses, health insurance or financial information, Lynn Sutfin, Michigan Department of Health and Human Services public information officer, said.
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Protest escalates in Lansing, tear gas fired
Shortly after protesters left East Lansing and headed back to the Michigan Capitol, things began to escalate quickly.
MICHIGAN
Capitol police brutality protest includes stop at East Lansing
Amid widespread protests across the country, a protest against police brutality was held on Sunday morning at the Michigan Capitol.
MICHIGAN
State's COVID-19 response recap: Plans prioritize community protections, recovery
As sectors of the Michigan economy begin to reengage, Gov. Gretchen Whitmer announced a series of policy initiatives and budget plans this week.
COMMENTARY
Editorial: Hold police accountable, here and everywhere
You do not have to be a black student to understand their anger.
COMMENTARY
Column: Listen to Minneapolis, justice brings peace
The time for objectivity and neutrality is over in this case, because being a journalist also means being a voice and providing a platform for those who can’t speak, for the oppressed, for those who need their voices heard and their stories told. Being a journalist and person of color means all of that tenfold.
COMMENTARY
Column: It's OK to be excited, while also uncomfortable to return to campus in the fall
"All this excitement you feel is just as justified as the concerns and questions you have for returning to campus this fall as the pandemic continues on with no concrete solution."
PHOTO VIDEO
Houselights: The Half of It
This week Houselights looks at The Half of It, which portrays the difficulties of finding your identity.
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College of Music, West Michigan Piano partner to deliver pianos to students
Eight students were given pianos to continue their studies in a partnership between MSU's College of Music and West Michigan Piano.
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Michigan AFL-CIO endorses one of two MSU trustees seeking reelection
These endorsements represent the collective support of over 50 affiliate unions.
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Survey results: 79% of students comfortable returning to campus with social distancing
90% of respondents said they would return to campus in the fall with social distancing guidelines in place for in-person instruction, but only 79% of students said they would feel comfortable doing so.