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COMMUNITY

Motown leaves lasting impact on music, culture

Motown was a record label based in Detroit that was a powerhouse of hits in the 1960s and 1970s. Motown musicians, all of whom were Black performers, are often regarded as some of the most influential artists, with impacts that are felt in virtually every genre today. MSU and East Lansing community members reflect on the history and impact of Black music on American culture, and on their own musical journeys.

STUDENTS

MSU student creates power bars to help relieve hypoglycemia

Advertisement management junior Yashika Ramchandani created T100 Pro Bars, power bars geared towards people with diabetes and hypoglycemia, after her sister was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes. The limited food options for those with these conditions inspired Ramchandani to create the bar, which is an authentic Indian recipe. She hopes to have the product on the market by the end of April.

PODCASTS

Sports Round Table: Don't step on our logo! | MSU men's basketball, NFL and NHL trades

In a wild week of men's basketball for MSU, from winning the Big Ten to scuffling with rival Michigan at the logo during the senior kissing ceremony, the Spartans look to use the momentum heading into March Madness. Hosts Jacob Smith and Madi Warden also cover the NFL Free Agency and the NHL Trade Deadline which are now in full swing, causing plenty of shakeups around these respective leagues.