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MSU

Steamy Habits

Soaking in a 116-degree Japanese hot bath while breathing through an oxygen mask is normal for Hotwater Works Inc. owner and MSU alumnus James McFarland.

MSU

Natural resources field sees increase in gender diversity

As fish and wildlife biologist Mamie Parker had men, women, students and professionals singing “Row, Row, Row Your Boat” during her presentation Wednesday afternoon in the James Madison College Library in Case Hall, Parker demonstrated the benefits of incorporating people from all different backgrounds by showing them how much better their voices sounded in unison.

MSU

Community reflects on Women’s History Month

Women at MSU have fought to get the rights they deserve on campus for decades. As part of Women’s History Month, women’s organizations on campus are showing students women can be successful in life. Here are some people who have helped make women and their rights more prevalent on campus.

MICHIGAN

House approves funds, still in jeopardy

Although a House subcommittee approved a 2 percent funding increase for Michigan universities Tuesday, funding could be at risk if unions enter new contracts before the right-to-work law takes effect in about a week.