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MSU

Federal funding freeze won’t affect financial aid, MSU says

A memo released by the White House's budget office late Monday night calls for freezing all federal grants and loans implicated by President Trump's recent executive orders and directives. Financial aid for students appears to be exempt from the funding freeze, and MSU is telling researchers to continue work unless directed otherwise.

ENVIRONMENT

Weir on MSU’s campus faces possible removal

MSU’s Infrastructure Planning and Facilities is seeking a grant from the DNR to remove the weir, a low-rise barrier built across the Red Cedar River to control the flow of water. The weir no longer serves a purpose, and is increasing flood risks.