ENVIRONMENT
What to know about MSU's pollinator research
MSU is home to extensive pollinator research.
ENVIRONMENT
Department of Natural Resources stocks Red Cedar River with over 3,000 trout
As a part of its spring-long process of stocking rivers and lakes, employees from the Michigan Department of Natural Resources released 3,300 steelhead trout into the Red Cedar River. After molting in the river for a short period of time, the trout will swim downstream toward Lake Michigan to join the local ecosystem.
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A total solar eclipse will happen in April. Here's what to know
On April 8, a rare astronomical phenomenon will take place over North America: a total solar eclipse. While solar eclipses are relatively common, occurring a few times a year, the ability to experience totality in the Midwest is rare; the next total eclipse will not occur until 2045. Here's what to know about the astronomical event and how you can participate.
ENVIRONMENT
Severe winter weather possible in Michigan through Saturday
A winter storm warning has been put in place by the National Weather Service and will remain in effect until 7 p.m. on Saturday. According to an NWS Urgent Winter Weather Message, a winter storm is heading toward west Michigan and is forecasted to start snowing shortly after 4 p.m. Friday afternoon. This storm is forecasted to bring anywhere from 8 in. to 13in of snowfall and wind gusting up to 50 mph. Windchill is expected to bring temperatures into the single digits.
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What do the Beal Gardens do during the winter?
As the days start getting shorter and colder, many students are reminded that winter is fast-approaching; so do the plants in the W.J. Beal Botanical Garden and their human caretakers.
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MSU hosts Cajun folklorist and environmental activist to discuss changing climate, cultural preservation
MSU’s Department of Geography, Environment, and Spatial Sciences hosted Jonathan Foret, a Cajun folklorist and environmental activist, to give a talk on the challenges of preserving coastal Louisianan culture as climate change and natural disaster slowly deteriorate the land.
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How MSU's Worm Wizard is leading vermicomposting on campus
In 2010, MSU horticulture professor John Biernbaum sought to develop a method diverting some food waste away from landfills, beginning a vermicomposting project with funding from the MSU Student Life & Engagement, or SLE, formerly known as Resident Housing Services, and the MSU Office of Sustainability with the goal of diverting kitchen preparation scraps from the landfill.
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Baker Woodlot inducted into national network of old-growth forests
Baker Woodlot, a 73-acre natural forest area in the south section of campus, was inducted into the Old-Growth Forest Network on Oct. 7, becoming the 12th forest in Michigan to become a part of the national network of old-growth forests.
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Building from the ground up: Beal Botanical Gardens aim to restore native plant life along Red Cedar River
W.J. Beal Botanical Gardens is implementing a restoration initiative to help ensure the longevity of Michigan State University's heart— the Red Cedar River. Evaluation of the riverbank began in 2018, and since then, the staff at W.J. Beal have been taking steps to cultivate the growth of native plant life along the Red Cedar and in the Natural Areas on campus.
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MSU Dairy Farm uses cow burps to fight climate change
Michigan State University’s Dairy Cattle Teaching and Research Center has a new machine for its cows, and it could help farmers fight climate change worldwide. The machine, which dispenses treats for cows and analyzes their output, is part of an ongoing climate change project led by MSU animal science professor Dr. Mike Vandehaar.
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The road less traveled: Greater Lansing trails are linked together to promote greater usage
There are a number of trails in the Greater Lansing area, and new projects are making the walkways more accessible to the public.
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An in-depth look into the life of a tree on MSU's campus
In 2020, Michigan State University adopted a tree replacement policy that calls for every tree removed from campus to be replaced on a one-for-one basis.
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Research continues on the health and wellness of the Red Cedar River
“To me, the river is the heart of campus." This heart, however, has a long and storied history with the pollution that comes alongside industrialization and urbanization.
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Meridian Green Team hosts recycling event for residents
Meridian Cares teamed up with Meridian Green Team for a recycling event and coat collection on Saturday
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Michigan legislators focus on renewable energy, environmental protections with new energy priorities
Michigan State legislators unveiled new policy goals towards clean energy and environmental protection during Gov. Gretchen Whitmer's “What’s Next” address last month.
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Severe thunderstorms hit MSU
Michigan State University issued a severe weather warning last night after a heavy thunderstorm hit the East Lansing area. Several MSU buildings south of main campus lost power, including the Tree Research Center, the Food Processing Complex and the South Engineering Research Complex.
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How to watch the Perseid meteor shower from MSU
The Perseid meteor shower — one of the largest annual meteor showers — will be visible from Michigan on the night of Aug. 12. Here's what you need to know to have the best viewing experience.
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MSU professor leads groundbreaking research on Alaskan earthquake
MSU professor speaks on his vast work on analyzing earthquakes and their effects.
ENVIRONMENT
'Everything is happening so fast': Students, professors discuss air quality impact of wildfires
Warnings of poor air quality, like the ones recently experienced in cities like Detroit and East Lansing as a result of Canadian wildfires that first started in March, could become more frequent in a world increasingly impacted by climate change, according to MSU professors.
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Northern lights spotted in East Lansing, may be visible throughout the year
The northern lights were visible across East Lansing on April 27 as a geomagnetic storm hits Earth. MSU astronomy professor Horace Smith explains solar cycles and why we may see more of the aurora this year.