MICHIGAN
Students and Lansing residents get in line for 4/20 deals
Greater Lansing residents speak out about why they chose to spend their 4/20 on marijuana deals at Pure Options.
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ASMSU approves upcoming budget, new vice presidents of academic, governmental affairs
Devin Woodruff won the Vice President of Academic Affairs role with 25 votes after a run-off election and a re-vote.
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Associated Students of MSU candidate goes rogue
“To be frank, I know my chances are very, very low right now," Computer science junior Kaden Cho said. “I've heard all about inclusion from everyone here and that the system that you guys have over here is pretty much built against it. Y'all are disgusting hypocrites.”
MICHIGAN
Dank Discounts: Dispensaries look to entice customers on 4/20
The day is upon East Lansing. April 20, or 4/20, the unofficial holiday celebrating all things marijuana has brought special deals for MSU students and Greater Lansing residents.
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MSU Democrats to host presidential candidate Marianne Williamson on campus
Marianne Williamson, who ran for the Democratic nomination for president in 2020 but dropped out to endorse U.S. Sen. Bernie Sanders, launched her second campaign in March of 2023. A March poll placed Williamson’s favorability ratings around 8% overall– but among voters under 25 years of age, her approval rose to 18%.
MICHIGAN
Lawmakers eye allowing alcohol sales on campus game days
The Michigan Senate reintroduced a bill on Tuesday to allow college campuses to sell alcohol on gamedays.
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ASMSU elects new vice president of financial operations
As the current Associated Students of MSU associate vice president of financial operations, Drew Gardner is now moving up to the role of vice president of financial operations.
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Emily Hoyumpa elected as MSU student body president
At 11:20 p.m., it was voted on by the 60th General Assembly of the Associated Students of Michigan State that Hoyumpa is the next student body president.
BUSINESS
How East Lansing uses the taxes received from pot sales
Because of an excise tax on marijuana products, the city of East Lansing receives tax dollars from the state, which it then puts into drug abuse counseling and treatment programs.
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ASMSU presidential candidate receives backlash from Jewish Student Union member
This contention comes after pre-med junior Zaaki Mandwee attempted to reintroduce a bill that condemned human rights violations being committed against the people of Palestine by the Israeli Defense forces.
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'Three minutes can change so much': Berkey Hall professor reflects on grief, return to class following shooting
It is because of his pain and grief that professor Marco Díaz-Muñoz returned to class. He said he felt lost and he realized that he needed to see his students. He compared them to a wooden board floating in the ocean that he had to hold to stop from drowning.
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A lot has happened since the last Board of Trustees meeting, here’s what you need to know
The board will meet this Friday at 9 a.m. in the Hannah Administration building. Those wishing to make public comments at Friday’s meeting must register online by Wednesday, April 19. Statements to the board before the meeting can be made by emailing trustees@msu.edu.
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Candidate drops out of ASMSU presidential election, concerned about internal politics
Social relations and policy senior Shaurya Pandya withdrew from the ASMSU presidential election Tuesday. Pandya said he never intended to complete the race.
MICHIGAN
Michigan pot giant Skymint offers deals amidst financial woes
As Skymint prepares to offer free weed to randomly chosen winners, the dispensary chain's parent company Green Peak Industries is in the midst of two lawsuits, threatening the future of the company.
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3 ASMSU presidential candidates debate student issues
This debate discussed a variety of issues affecting MSU’s campus and students, from tighter gun control lobbying to stronger connections between ASMSU officials and the student body.
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MSU hires external firm to review university response to mass shooting
MSU's entire response will be evaluated, including action by law enforcement, university operations, support and communication.
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MSU board to vote on 7% rate increase for dorms, dining plans
MSU's department of Student Life and Engagement has put forward its recommendation for dorm and dining rates in the 2023-24 academic year: a 7% increase to keep up with inflation.
MICHIGAN
MSU experts discuss what Trump's indictment means for the presidency
Following the highly-anticipated indictment and arraignment of ex-president Donald Trump on April 4, legal experts and ordinary Americans alike have raised questions about what the criminal prosecution of a former president could mean. For the moment, though, there aren’t a lot of concrete answers.
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MSU creates new student support office following mass shooting
The Office of Resource and Support Coordination is a new addition to the university, modeled after similar concepts at different universities that have been through tragic events.
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Here's 5 changes you can expect to MSU’s academic calendar next year
The Office of the Registrar announced fall 2023 classes will start on Monday, Aug. 28. Additionally, spring break, end of classes, final exam dates and commencements for spring 2024 will all take place one week earlier than usual.