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ASMSU president constitutionality questioned, will attend hearing

Kary Askew Garcia

April 1, 2014

The controversy continues in ASMSU, MSU's undergraduate student government, as the All University Student Hearing Board will meet on Thursday to review the findings of previous committees on whether or not current President Kiran Samra violated ASMSU code during her candidacy.According to a previous report, Samra allegedly violated the organization's elections code when applying to run for the position because of her previous role as chair of the Undergraduate Elections Commission, the group that oversees election processes.

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One of three suspects in murder of Dustyn Frolka to plead guilty

Sergio Martínez-Beltrán

April 1, 2014

Samantha Grigg, one of three charged with murder in the death of MSU’s Dustyn Frolka, is expected to plead guilty.Grigg’s attorney Ron Zawacki said to the Lansing State Journal that Grigg is expected to enter a plea on April 28 in the Clinton County Circuit Court.Grigg, along with Tyrel Bredernitz and Brendan Heim, face life in prison on charges of murder and robbery.

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Lansing residents rally pushing for increase in minimum wage

Sergio Martínez-Beltrán

April 1, 2014

By Sergio Martínez-Beltránsmartinez@statenews.comTHE STATE NEWSnnThousands of people rallied on Tuesday across the nation asking members of the congress to increase the federal minimum wage.In Lansing, tens of people met in front of congressman Mike Rogers’s office as an attempt to convince him to sign the discharge petition to bring H.R.

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Students, residents invited to tour T.B. Simon Power Plant

Sierra Lay

April 1, 2014

It is springtime in Michigan and though we are out of the wintery woods, warmer weather begins to nag at one constant in the lives of residents: energy consumption.

MICHIGAN

Student pleads guilty to charge of soliciting sex in Wonders Hall

Geoff Preston

April 1, 2014

An MSU student who was arrested in February  on a misdemeanor soliciting prostitution  charge has taken a plea agreement, according to court documents.

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Tax referendum, constitutional amendments on ASMSU voter ballot

Kary Askew Garcia

April 1, 2014

ASMSU, MSU's undergraduate student government, began elections for college representatives, the ASMSU tax renewal and structure changes within the organization.

MICHIGAN

MSU could lose $500k for union affiliation

Olivia Dimmer

April 1, 2014

A recent state subcommittee proposal could cut $500,000 out of MSU’s appropriations because of the university’s involvement with union-building workshops. The Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on Higher Education approved a budget on March 27 that included new language requiring public universities to “not participate in any instructional activity that encourages or discourages union organizing of employees.”

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Signup deadline for Insurance Marketplace passed Monday

Michael Kransz

March 31, 2014

Although many people enrolled for health coverage through the Health Insurance Marketplace before the March 31 deadline, those still uninsured, including students, might face financial repercussions.

NEWS

Traffic deaths increase for second year in a row in Michigan

Sara Konkel

March 31, 2014

Traffic deaths in Michigan are up for the second year in a row according to a study done by Michigan State Police Criminal Justice Information Center.

NEWS

Put to the test

Casey Holland

March 31, 2014

Crisp snow crunched beneath the boots of the squad of cadets as they trekked through the otherwise-silent forest of Fort Custer Training Center in Battle Creek, Mich. 

MICHIGAN

Spring excites students, but temps expected to dip

Sierra Lay

March 31, 2014

It finally felt like spring time in lower Michigan, and some MSU students were already breaking out their shorts and T-shirts.

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MSU alumna pursues passion despite difficulties

Olivia Dimmer

March 31, 2014

Ever since she got her first job at McDonald’s in high school, 2009 alumna Ashley Adkins knew one thing was for certain: she wanted to be her own boss.

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Supplemental instruction a possibility for students in challenging science courses

Kary Askew Garcia

March 31, 2014

MSU's undergraduate student government ASMSU has been working on designing a new tutoring program that could further assist students in difficult science courses.

MICHIGAN

Rep. Mike Rogers will not seek re-election

Simon Schuster

March 30, 2014

With less than 8 months before midterm elections, the race for Michigan’s 8th congressional district was blown wide open Friday after an unexpected announcement from Republican Rep.

MICHIGAN

New brewing laws expected to bring local boom in craft beer industry

Sara Konkel

March 30, 2014

Gov. Snyder signed a package of bills into law March 25 that are expected to boost Michigan’s already-thriving craft beer industry.

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Tea Expo showcases Chinese tea ceremony

Sierra Lay

March 30, 2014

In Chinese culture, a full circle is highly valued — it symbolizes a good beginning followed by a good finish.

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Face time with COGS President Emily Bank

Kary Askew Garcia

March 30, 2014

MSU's Council of Graduate Students, or COGS recently elected Emily Bank to serve as president after the four-term President, Stefan Fletcher decided to step down prior to the election.

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Traditional Malay folk tales exposed Spartans to Malaysian culture

Michael Kransz

March 30, 2014

On Friday, the Malaysian Student Organization enthralled students and residents with choreographed dances and fight scenes in the theatrical performance of a Malay folk tale.

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Relay for Life inspires strength in number for Spartans

Rafael López Aguilar  and  Sergio Martínez-Beltrán

March 30, 2014

The clock struck 8:30 p.m. when Breslin Center went dark.

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MSU Library looks to new services, technology, despite problems

Olivia Dimmer

March 29, 2014

The MSU Main Library  is fighting to be more than just a place for books.