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Advisory board for College of Osteopathic Medicine to be eliminated

Samantha Radecki

February 20, 2013

After a unanimous vote by the Michigan House of Representatives on Tuesday afternoon, MSU’s College of Osteopathic Medicine is one step closer to attaining independence after legislators passed a bill to eliminate the college’s state appointed advisory board — a mandate that has been in place since the 1960s. According to Pat Grauer, the College of Osteopathic Medicine, or COM, public relations director, throughout the past few decades advisory committee members were appointed by the state to provide guidance and advocate for the college.

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E.L. Planning Commission discusses parking issues

Michael Koury

February 20, 2013

Changes to two ordinances to allow private entities to provide their own parking were discussed during the East Lansing Planning Commission’s Wednesday work session at City Hall, 410 Abbot Road.

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Turmoil in Mali affects MSU community

Christine LaRouere

February 19, 2013

All study abroad trips to the African country of Mali have been canceled.

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Couch burnings reported Tuesday after MSU loss

Summer Ballentine

February 19, 2013

East Lansing firefighters and police responded to three couch fires and a dumpter fire between 10-11 p.m.

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Maru Sushi and Grill to add E.L. location

Michael Koury

February 19, 2013

The East Lansing City Council unanimously approved a new sushi restaurant that might be built on West Lake Lansing Road during Tuesday’s regular meeting at City Hall, 410 Abbot Road.

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MSU on top of safe sex for Condom Awareness Month

Isabella Shaya

February 19, 2013

National Condom Month is wrapping up at MSU, giving campuses across the nation the opportunity to raise awareness and promote the use of condoms among students.

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MSU in Enviance’s ‘Sustainable 16’ contest

Caleb Nordren

February 19, 2013

College basketball’s March Madness won’t start for another month, but MSU already is competing for the title of national champion.

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MSU health care revamped to comply with Affordable Care Act

Samantha Radecki

February 19, 2013

At Tuesday afternoon’s Faculty Senate meeting, members discussed ways to reform MSU’s health care plan to comply with the Affordable Care Act and recent dependent audits.

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RHA to hold presidential election

Robert Bondy

February 19, 2013

The Residence Halls Association, or RHA, will be holding its presidential election Wednesday night, with the winner leading the 44th session of RHA next year.

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The Writing Center celebrates 20th year

RuAnne Walworth

February 19, 2013

The Writing Center is celebrating its 20th anniversary this year by hosting 20 events, which began in August 2012 and will continue through May 2013.

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Damage done to Sparty’s Convenience Store in Hubbard Hall

Darcie Moran

February 18, 2013

An attempt to get a late-night snack could cost the university about $1,000, according to MSU police. An estimated $1,000 in damage was done at the Sparty’s Convenience Store in Hubbard Hall in the early-morning hours Sunday, MSU police Sgt.

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Students rally for environment in Washington, D.C.

Christine LaRouere

February 18, 2013

Out of 40,000 people, 10 MSU students, along with 45 students from other Michigan colleges, swarmed the outskirts of the White House at noon Sunday in Washington, D.C. for the Forward on Climate rally.

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Twitter used for online hate speech, bullying

RuAnne Walworth

February 18, 2013

After a big MSU sporting event, some Spartan fans talk trash, but who do they turn to when their friends are sick of their ranting? For some, the answer is Twitter.

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Facebook causes envy among users

Darcie Moran

February 18, 2013

Be careful before you click. Students might feel worse off if they let their fingers go on “autopilot” and log into Facebook, a recent study shows. According to a study by two German universities, people had negative feelings and felt envious after using Facebook.

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MSU faculty raise concerns with Facebook regulations

Samantha Radecki

February 18, 2013

With faculty members and students combined with social mediums, such as Facebook, it’s easy to see where a professional line could be crossed.

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Proposed downtown renovations up for discussion

Michael Koury

February 18, 2013

Changes are on the horizon for a segmented part of downtown East Lansing, where several developers have proposed to build apartment complexes, hotels and other mixed-use buildings.

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ASMSU to vote on allocating $2K to Sparty Spring Party

Robert Bondy

February 18, 2013

ASMSU, MSU’s undergraduate student government, finance committee passed a bill Thursday to become a co-sponsor for this year’s Sparty’s Spring Party. The bill will allocate up to $2,000 to ASMSU for the event.

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MSU talks safety measures at recent meeting

Samantha Radecki

February 17, 2013

There’s always the question of “What if?” What if an armed shooter were to come onto MSU’s campus or into a classroom and wreak havoc — would MSU’s students, faculty and staff be safe and prepared? MSU Police Inspector Penny Fischer, who commands the homeland security and planning division, said the answer to staying safe in a potential shooter situation lies with students, faculty and staff being prepared and staying informed.

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Lawmaker tries to save marijuana dispensaries

Kellie Rowe

February 17, 2013

After a state Supreme Court ruling declared medical marijuana dispensaries illegal, one Michigan lawmaker hopes to keep the shops in business. State Rep. Mike Callton, R-Nashville, is working on a bill that might combat the Michigan Supreme Court’s decision to outlaw dispensaries.

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Obama gives students easier way to compare college costs

Kellie Rowe

February 17, 2013

For some, choosing a university means hours of Googling each college’s tuition rates, population size and distance from mom and dad, but a new government program could alleviate some of the stress. To help students find an affordable education, the “U.S.