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MSU

Travelers take technology on vacation

Vacations are meant to be a time to relax and get away from the stress of daily life, but a recent study by an MSU professor and two graduate students conducted using survey data from 2005 to 2007 found travelers are using technology and staying in touch with people back home while on vacation more than ever.

MICHIGAN

Red Cross ends strike

The American Red Cross strike in Michigan and Ohio came to an end Tuesday, according to the Office and Professional Employees International Union press release.

MSU

MSU hosts Lego robotics program

Many people relate playing with Legos to a time in their childhood, but now the MSU College of Engineering uses the popular building toy to teach young students the basics of programming.

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MICHIGAN

People come out for pride

Even though Jamie Weage and Jennifer Willard cannot legally get married in the state of Michigan, hearing Reverend Kent Lederer, minister of Unity of Greater Lansing church say, “I now pronounce you life partners, you may kiss your partner,” strengthened their bond in a way no piece of paper can match.

MSU

Conference exposes young women to STEM fields

Rolled up newspapers, straws and tape designed to stand about five feet tall lined the walls of the Union Ballroom on Friday as part of an attempt to make girls more interested in science, technology, engineering and math.

MICHIGAN

Swingin' around

Perry, Mich., residents Autumn Grubb, 13, and Tyler Grubb, 10, play inside Patriarche Park, 1100 Alton St., on June 13, 2012. The two came with their family to enjoy the nice weather.

MICHIGAN

Lansing schools sponsor meals

The Lansing School District is sponsoring the Summer Food Service Program for children. Children 18 years or under and individuals 26 or under enrolled in educational programs for the mentally or physically disabled will be provided free meals.