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MSU to hold 75% of classes for the fall semester in person
The email said the classes will be held in hybrid, in-person and online formats.
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Outdoor gatherings limited to 15 people in some parts of East Lansing
Those who violate the order could receive a misdemeanor, meaning imprisonment for up to six months or a $200 fine. They could also receive a municipal civil infraction ticket, punishable by a $500 fine under a City of East Lansing ordinance.
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Whitmer eases restaurant restrictions, dodges questions on Gordon's 155K payout
Michael Krueger, owner of Crunchy's in East Lansing, also spoke at the press conference.
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MSU plans to build new Multicultural Center, 3 different location options
Michigan State plans to build new Multicultural Center this coming Spring after numerous student organizations have asked for a free standing structure.
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Balancing the life of an essential worker and college student
For many, the past year has been a blur of zoom meetings and email chains for work and school while staying home from class and work due to the pandemic.
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Cornel West discussed Black culture, civil rights leaders for MSU lecture series
If you are interested in watching the webinar with West or any of the other speakers in the William Anderson lecture series, you can find the videos on the college of osteopathic medicine website, which are available to the public.
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Title IX lawsuit dismissed from former MSU student who accused three ex-men's basketball players of rape
Karen Truszkowski, the attorney representing Kowalski, said that she is disappointed with the ruling, but the ruling was not unexpected. She said that they will release a statement to the public next week.
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Michigan Senate approves $1.9B COVID-19 relief funding bill
The package that the Senate approved is less than a third of Gov. Gretchen Whitmer’s $5.6 billion supplemental spending plan. Direct care workers have advocated for more in the past.
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MSU to lift enhance physical distancing directive Sunday
Increased positivity rates from travel may lead to another enhanced distancing directive implemented in the future, according to a university email.
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John Geddert dies by suicide hours after sexual assault, human trafficking charges
On Thursday afternoon, John Geddert killed himself after being charged with 24 counts.
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MSU alumni in Texas rely on community to combat harsh winter weather
MSU alumni share their experiences with power outages, loss of heat and water during the freezing temperatures in Texas, as well as how their communities handled it.
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AG Dana Nessel requests MSU Trustees to release Nassar documents, Trustees respond
Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel sent a letter to MSU Board of Trustees requesting the release of 6,000 documents related to the investigation of Larry Nassar.
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A miracle for MSU student Michael Zyrek
After a long few weeks, Michael Zyrek is on the road to recovery. He continues to receive support from the community, and individuals continue to fundraise.
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AG charges former U.S. Olympics gymnastics coach John Geddert with human trafficking, sex assault
Former U.S. Olympic women's gymnastics coach John Geddert was charged with 24 counts Thursday morning
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MSU Museum announces new exhibit to celebrate Black History Month
The exhibit explains the meaning of Afrofuturism and explores different comics created by Black artists to imagine the world in a way that embraces differences and celebrates freedom.
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Over 100,000 additional students qualify for Michigan Tuition Incentive Program
According to a report from The Century Foundation and The Institute for College Access & Success over 77,000 recent high school graduates are enrolled in college and eligible for Medicaid. Another 26,000 already have Medicaid and would benefit from TIP if they were enrolled in college.
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Sculptor and MSU grad O.V. "Verne" Shaffer dies at 93
Shaffer sculpted the “Sunseed” statue displayed in the Botanical Gardens on campus. The sculpture was a gift from the E.J. and Julia Crozier McClearly family to the university.
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Whitmer says schools can reopen safely, legislature must pass COVID budget in latest update
On Jan. 8, Gretchen Whitmer asked school districts to reopen in-person learning by Mar. 1. Most schools are already doing so and more are expected to meet Whitmer’s guidance.
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Nessel's office files charges against Michigan resident making threats to officials
Attorney General Dana Nessel's office filed charges against two men for making threats against public officials.
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A look at the most expensive apartments in East Lansing
According to the research, of the available apartments to rent in East Lansing, only 37% are below that price range, which is often the most common form of living space students rent out. Affordable housing that is below $700 a month is only available in the bottom 4%.