MICHIGAN
New art exhibit to be unveiled in E.L.
The art exhibit “Melange – An Eclectic Collection,” by John Diephouse, will begin showing Sunday at the East Lansing Public Arts Gallery.
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Assembly elects interim leader
ASMSU’s Academic Assembly approved a new interim chairperson and showed support for music therapy at a meeting Tuesday. International relations senior Brad McDonald became the assembly’s interim chairperson after he was approved by a 19-1-1 vote.
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Proposal deadline Friday for program
Proposals for the first Graduate Academic Conference are due by 5 p.m. Friday and can be submitted by e-mail to msugac@gmail.com.
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Students find new approach to Lent
During Lent this year, it’s not about what people are giving up, it’s about what they are giving back. People across the globe pledged their Lenten promises Wednesday, but one trend in East Lansing deviates from the norm.
MICHIGAN
Flats Grille’s assets liquidated
The possibility that Flats Grille, 551 E. Grand River Ave., will ever return became less likely Wednesday morning, when the Financial Services Bureau began liquidating the business’ assets.
MICHIGAN
Michigan wetlands could become federally regulated because of funds
East Lansing’s development could be affected if Gov. Jennifer Granholm’s proposal to transfer regulation of the state’s wetlands to the federal government is passed. Granholm proposed to transfer this authority, which deals with issuing developers construction permits, during her Feb. 3 State of the State address.
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Student drowns after SUV plunges into Red Cedar
An MSU student died after drowning and suffering from severe hypothermia Tuesday when his sport utility vehicle went off a Lansing bridge ramp and into the Red Cedar River.
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Students rally against cutting music therapy
Andrea Kozminski turned down scholarships at other schools before coming to MSU last fall. The no-preference freshman wanted to pursue a career in music therapy. Then, about two weeks ago, Kozminski learned of a proposed moratorium on admission into the program.
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Residence Halls leader moving out
When MSU Residence Halls Association began nominations for next year’s president on Feb. 11, a nomination for current president Mark Dobson caused a roar of laughter from the assembly and an ear-to-ear grin from Dobson.
MICHIGAN
New proposal could push closing time to 4 a.m.
Students wishing to spend their nights as bar stars will have two extra hours to do so if a recent proposal by Gov. Jennifer Granholm is passed into state law. Granholm made an announcement last week proposing bars be permitted to stay open until 4 a.m., a two hour extension on the current 2 a.m. closing time, in an effort to generate more money for the state.
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Study abroad numbers fall
Applications for study abroad have declined almost 12 percent from the same time last year. Cindy Chalou, associate director for the Office of Study Abroad, said students are being more thoughtful about applying to programs and are considering the financial implications more than their interest in traveling. “Several programs a year ago were filled in the fall and I think students were really applying when they were interested,” Chalou said.
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MSU professor to give 'last lecture'
Charles Ballard, an MSU economics professor, will hold a lecture March 4 in Fairchild Theatre to discuss the future of Michigan’s economy.
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MSU-sponsored fellows begin study
Ten months of study began Tuesday for 24 new fellows as part of the MSU-sponsored Michigan Political Leadership Program.
MICHIGAN
Flats Grille closes because of unpaid taxes; students dismayed
Patrons of Flats Grille, 551 E. Grand River Ave., usually are greeted with the scent of pierogies and grilled tortillas.
MSU
Memorial service planned for Tao Li
A memorial service is planned for visiting scholar Tao Li at 10:30 a.m. Thursday at Alumni Memorial Chapel.
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Week raises awareness about eating disorders
More than 15,000 fun-sized Twix bars will be passed out to students on campus today, each tagged with a message encouraging a positive body image and a healthy relationship with food.
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Facebook photos can be risky for job seekers
In one picture, you’re downing a beer. In another, you’re dressed for Halloween as a naughty nurse. You and your friends might think your Facebook profile picture is funny, but what would your mother say?
MICHIGAN
Word on the street
What is your reaction to Gov. Jennifer Granholm’s proposal to keep bars open until 4 a.m.?
MSU
Grad school promotes research ethics
MSU’s graduate school will do its part fostering scholastic integrity as part of a seven-university grant aimed at raising awareness for ethical research practices. Along with Penn State University and the University of Wisconsin-Madison, MSU will distribute a survey this spring to graduate students, faculty and research personnel in an attempt to gauge the ethical climate of the institution.
NEWS
Growing condom sales stand out in economy lacking stamina
Despite the recession, one product is creating economic stimulation. Condom sales in the U.S. wrapped up the last quarter of 2008 with a 5 percent increase, and full-year sales were the highest in three years, according to a report compiled by The Nielsen Company. Sales in January of this year were 6 percent higher than the same month last year.