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Michigan State student charged in murder of fellow student
Two more people, including an MSU student, have been charged in connection to the murder of an MSU student in October.
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LaDuca resigns from chairperson roles in MSU Academic Governance
Rob LaDuca, a Lyman Briggs professor and the chairperson of the Faculty Senate at the Steering Committee, resigned from his roles in university Academic Governance last week.
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MSU Board of Trustees to meet following healing fund shutdown, board changes
The MSU Board of Trustees will hold their final meeting of the semester at 8 a.m. on Friday in the Hannah Administration Building.
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Uncommon presidential veto used twice by ASMSU President Pro Tem
ASMSU President Pro Tempore Dan Iancio vetoed two bills that were recently passed after the final General Assembly meeting of the semester last week.
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Snyder Chief of Staff to meet with students on MSU board appointment
Multiple student groups will meet with Governor Rick Snyder's Chief of Staff, Dick Posthumus, to discuss the upcoming appointment to the MSU Board of Trustees. The meeting will be held at the Romney Office Building in Lansing on Tuesday, and will consist of student representatives from the MSU College Democrats, James Madison College Conservatives, the Associated Students of MSU, or ASMSU, and Reclaim MSU.
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ASMSU votes to advocate for reopening Nassar survivor fund
The Associated Students of MSU, or ASMSU, voted unanimously to advocate for the immediate reopening of the Healing and Assistance Fund, which was established to provide survivors of ex-MSU doctor Larry Nassar's sexual abuse with resources needed for counseling services.
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Lansing's trial run of post-election audit a success, city clerk says
On Dec. 4, Lansing conducted a first-of-its-kind, post-election audit — one that met the city's goal of 90 percent confidence, City Clerk Chris Swope said.
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MSU conducts water quality testing, water treatment plant project on schedule
MSU conducted water quality testing at each of MSU’s 15 water wells to determine if Per- and Polyfluoroalkl Substances, or PFAS, were present. The test results found that no PFAS were present. MSU’s new water treatment plant and storage tank project is on schedule and in its fifth month of construction.
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Initial takeaways from ASMSU's final meeting of fall semester
Here are three initial takeaways from ASMSU's last General Assembly meeting of the fall 2018 semester.
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International student enrollment falling at MSU
OISS Assistant Director Elizabeth Matthews said there are a lot of factors that might impact the decline, especially for Chinese students.
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College of Osteopathic Medicine's interim dean recommended to fill role
Andrea Amalfitano — current interim dean of Michigan State University’s College of Osteopathic Medicine — has been recommended to serve as the college’s dean. The appointment will be effective Dec. 14, if approved by the Board of Trustees.
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USA Gymnastics files for bankruptcy in aftermath of Nassar's abuse
USA Gymnastics filed for bankruptcy in the aftermath of ex-MSU and USA Gymnastics doctor Larry Nassar's sexual abuse.
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ASMSU: Semester in review
Here are four important things that happened this semester with ASMSU.
NEWS
Fall 2018: A semester in review
It has been a year of challenges for Michigan State University. With finals week approaching, here are some of the top headlines from this semester.
MICHIGAN
Park District clears major hurdle, receives state tax credit
The Park District redevelopment project is officially moving forward, after the developers received a crucial state tax credit last week.
MICHIGAN
City Council may require electric car chargers at new developments
An ordinance is being pushed by city council that would require new developments in East Lansing to have electric car charging stations.
SPORTS
Ex-MSU football player Auston Robertson sentenced to up to 10 years
Judge Clinton Canady III sentenced Robertson to 43 - 120 months with credit of 247 days served. Robertson is also required to register as a sex offender.
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$1.5 million alumni gift allows ongoing scholarships and funding for debate team
MSU’s debate team received $1.5 million from an alumni couple to help ensure "the nationally competitive program will enjoy ongoing scholarship and funding support for years to come."
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JCI Lansing's Stuff the Bus drive taking gifts for Lansing families
Lansing families will have the opportunity to receive Christmas gifts donated through JCI Lansing's Stuff the Bus drive, running this weekend at the Eastwood Towne Center Walmart.
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Holiday gifts from Michigan artists available at Lansing gallery
The Lansing Art Gallery offers Michigan artists a chance to sell their works at the Michigan Made Holiday Exhibition, which runs through Dec. 22.