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Week in Review: September 4, 2015

Here are the top stories for the week of Sept. 4.

7 things you need to know about how MSU mishandled sexual assault cases

7 things that everyone should know about the U.S. Office of Civil Rights investigation into MSU's handling of sexual assault, violence and harassment. 

Notebook: Tom Izzo, men's basketball players share experience in Italy

The men's basketball team recently returned from a three-game tournament in Italy this past weekend.

Upperclassmen offer advice for new MSU students

The freshman class of 2019 attended their first MSU classes this week. Like kids in a candy store, year in and year out, they take over campus in a frenzy with phone GPS in hand.

MSU Spartan Performance program aims to educate young athletes on injury and wellness

The Michigan State University Spartan Performance program has partnered with the East Lansing High School Athletic Department for a year-round athletic coalition aimed at reducing injuries and educating young athletes on variety of things from mental health wellness, physical training and nutrition. Though the program has been teaming up with specific high school teams from around the Midwest, Dr. Joey Eisenmann, Director of Spartan Performance said that East Lansing was the first district to sign up its entire athletic department.

Spartan football stars highlighted in new hype video

This nostalgic highlight video of past Spartan greats, current NFL stars, and Mark Dantonio's journey thus far makes the countdown to 7 p.m. feel slightly longer.

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Editorial: MSU must take a harder line with sexual assault workshops

Back in April 2014, a State News investigation found MSU had allowed a sexual assault case to drag on for 235 days — well outside the bounds of its own 120-day deadline, and certainly outside the 60-day deadline mandated by the 2011 "Dear Colleague" Letter, which introduced guidelines for Title IX compliance. 

Letter: MSU has long road ahead after federal findings

The OCR’s report offers a sobering look inside the innermost workings of the university’s response to complaints of sexual violence and harassment. Rather than seeking to deflect or minimize the OCR’s findings, the university should respond with humility; apologizing for past mistakes and demonstrate their commitment to improvement by transparently adhering to their consent agreement with the OCR.

Federal report reveals MSU counselor accused of sexual harassment allowed to keep job four years after

One of the larger allegations against MSU in the report was one of a university counselor who was reported as having sexually harassed women who were seeking counseling after being sexually assaulted.

MSU basketball unveils renovated facilities

The Pentecost Practice Facility received a notable upgrade this summer.  The Final Four display now includes a banner for the men's basketball team's 2015 run.

The State News makes changes to print product, website

These are just a few of the changes we’re making to bring you a better State News.

MSU Women's Cross Country looks to repeat historic season

In sports we like to call national championships rare. Though they happen year after year, only one team can stand above the rest and proclaim it is a national champion. On a November day in 2014, one of those moments happened for the MSU women's cross country team when they won the 2014 NCAA Women’s Cross Country National Championship.ch

City council repeals law used to suppress political speech

An ordinance approved at Tuesday night's city council meeting repealed a portion of the city code dealing with handbills and bill posting that had been the subject of controversy at the Great Lakes Folk Fest in early August.  Councilmember Ruth Beier, Triplett and Yeadon all agreed that the repealed portion of the code was subject to misinterpretation and miscommunication.

Linebacker and running back positions highlight MSU football depth chart competitions

With the first game of the season against Western Michigan just around the corner, head coach Mark Dantonio released his updated roster. Replacing Ed Davis When senior linebacker Ed Davis was lost to a season-ending injury one of the first questions was who would replace him. That question is still unanswered.

Free Pizza Day at Goombas Pizza for first 100 people

Craving pizza? How about free pizza? This Thursday Goombas is hosting its 3rd annual Free Pizza Day from 5 to 6 PM. The first 100 people in line by 6 PM will receive a hot, fresh pizza for free!

Following past success, MSU moves forward into crucial football season

With the football season just around the corner, there are a few storylines to keep an eye on for Spartan fans. 9 years strong Coming off of a 4-8 season and the firing of former head coach John L.

Students adapt to lack of options for dietary needs

Out of ten dining halls on campus across all five neighborhoods, countless meals are served daily.

Professor helps create guided meditation for students

When one hears the word “meditation” it’s easy to picture a group of Buddhist monks silently sitting cross legged in a circle.