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MSUFCU to open Financial Innovation and Education Center
On April 26, MSUFCU will open its Financial Innovation and Education Center on Grand River Avenue.
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Young Democratic Socialist group hopes to discuss and educate on new ideas
Sariah Metcalfe grew up watching her mother help run a program in the local juvie called PeaceJam, teaching students about peace and peace building, something Metcalfe herself described as a “do-good-for-the-world organization.” She, alongside a few other students, are recreating the Young Democratic Socialists, or YDS, at MSU and hope it to be an active way to do good for the MSU community.
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Bill in Michigan House could make feminine hygiene products free in public schools and restrooms
A pair of bills has been introduced by Michigan Rep. Sarah Roberts (D-St. Clair Shores) to make feminine hygiene products freely available in public schools and restrooms operated by the state.
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Women's Chamber Ensemble works to raise awareness for human trafficking
This year, members of the MSU’s Women’s Chamber Ensemble wanted to incorporate themes of social justice into its work. With the issue of human trafficking in mind, the ensemble worked throughout the year to develop a personal relationship with the cause.
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Second Detroit resident sentenced Wednesday in 2015 assault of MSU student in Spartan Village
Detroit resident Madison Reed was sentenced Wednesday to two years in prison and one year of probation for her role in the violent assault of Ryah Kelly in a Spartan Village parking lot last year.
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Detroit resident Paris Strickland sentenced to 2 years in prison for 2015 assault of MSU student in Spartan Village
Detroit resident Paris Strickland was sentenced Wednesday to two years in prison and one year of probation for her role in the brutal assault of Ryah Kelly in a Spartan Village parking lot last year.
NEWS
Spring Commencement speaker announced
It was announced on Wednesday that Mona Hanna-Attisha, an assistant professor of pediatrics at MSU’s College of Human Medicine will be speaking at MSU's undergraduate convocation on May 6, 2016.
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MSU appoints new director of Eli and Edythe Broad Art Museum
MSU has appointed Marc-Olivier Wahler, an international curator, as Director of the Eli and Edythe Broad Art Museum.
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Ingham County Prosecutor resigns after being charged with 15 counts of prostitution-related crimes
Ingham County Prosecutor Stuart Dunnings, III who was charged with 15 counts of prostitution related crimes will resign from his position on July 2, 2016, in a letter he sent to the county obtained by the Lansing State Journal.
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East Lansing police report home invasion on Kedzie Street
The East Lansing Police Department is reporting a home invasion which occurred around 10:15 p.m. Monday in the 400 block of Kedzie Street in East Lansing.
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MSU bans use of hoverboards on campus
With MSU administration’s recent decision to ban the use of self-balancing two wheeled scooters, commonly called hover boards, the campus says goodbye to one of it’s less common but more colorful modes of transportation.
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MSU police create campaign to ensure safety of bikers and pedestrians
With warm weather on East Lansing’s horizon, the MSU Police Department has created the Move Safe Campaign, in order to inform students on the laws and best safety practices for bikers and pedestrians.
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Students stare at the stars in Abrams Planetarium to relax
Students were able to look up at the scenery during an event called “Relax at the Planetarium," as part of Mental Health Awareness Week.
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MSU police report incidents of theft, destruction of property
MSU police are reporting a larceny of a fraternity paddle at East Holden Hall which occurred March 22.
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East Lansing businesses host annual Downtown Chili Cook-Off
Five East Lansing restaurants on Saturday competed in East Lansing’s annual Downtown Chili Cook-Off showcasing their version of an old favorite. Buffalo Wild Wings, Cosi, Beggar’s Banquet, Harper’s Brewpub and HopCat all took part in the annual event.
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Bill would revoke paternity of sexual assault offenders
Students and certain lawmakers differ in opinions on law regarding sexual assault.
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International students can extend stay for up to 3 years after graduation
The Department of Homeland Security recently announced a new set of rules governing its foreign student visa program known as optional practical training, or OPT.
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For 40 years, East Lansing Food Co-op provides locally grown food
In 1976, there was a desire for an alternative place to get more natural, everyday groceries in the East Lansing area. To satisfy that need, general manager Bruce Grambau said the East Lansing Food Co-op, which celebrated its 40-year anniversary in February, was created.
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Graduating senior receives a special gift from stranger
When advertising senior Ashley Mugnolo went to the Union to pick up her cap and gown, she said she began to cry because she finally reached a huge milestone in her life.
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Members of MSU community share what Easter means to them
Easter offers MSU students observing the holiday a wide range of experiences to promote renewal and personal growth.