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Flash mob in MSU classroom helps spread awareness for Mental Health Awareness Week

Cameron Macko

April 21, 2015

A video recently posted to journalism professor Karl Gude's YouTube account shows a flash mob taking place in one of his classes on April 1.  The video shows Gude beginning to teach, while a lone students begins to sing "Ghost" by Ella Henderson, quickly followed by a number of others, all wearing matching shirts commemorating Mental Health Awareness Week. 

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Day of Service unites Spartans

Zoë Schubot

April 20, 2015

On Saturday, April 18th, Spartans across the country— and the world— banded together to help make a difference in their communities.

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Utilize deals, coupons and apps to save on dining

Ryan Squanda

April 20, 2015

The first and most obvious of these strategies is going to the grocery store. It’s no secret buying and cooking one’s own meals is the quickest, easiest and cheapest way to save money, and stores like Kroger and Meijer are the most popular places for students to flock

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Students use combination of transportation methods to save money

Ashanti Seabron

April 20, 2015

Taxi services and Zipcars can be utilized on campus for students who need to use a car but don’t want the commitment of owning one. Gas, mileage and full coverage insurance are taken care of when a person signs up with Zipcar and pays the registration fee and rental fee, which varies by location.

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What does the average college student spend on?

Andrew Merkle  and  Jessica Steeley

April 20, 2015

We had two of our reporters track their expenses for a month.

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MSU to create new office for discrimination, assault claims

Cameron Macko

April 20, 2015

MSU is creating a new office for discrimination claims, including sexual assault and relationship violence, an area previously managed by the Office of Inclusion and Intercultural Initiatives headed by Paulette Granberry Russell, according to an MSU statement. 

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VIDEO: Red Cedar River cleanup uncovers boat, lawnmower

Meagan Beck

April 20, 2015

The Red Cedar River cleanup took place Sunday and volunteers retrieved a number of strange items. 

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2015 Cotton Bowl Trophy and 2014 Rose Bowl Trophy to 'tour' campus Monday and Tuesday

Andrew Merkle

April 20, 2015

Today and tomorrow only, step right up and get your picture taken with the 2014 Rose Bowl Trophy and the 2015 Cotton Bowl Trophy. 

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Staying alive

Jessica Sattler

April 20, 2015

For the first time, the humans defeated the zombies in MSU's annual Spartans vs Zombies competition. We sent a reporter into the campus-wide battle.

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Powwow celebrates kaleidoscope of identity

Maria Braganini

April 19, 2015

Organized by NAISO, the Powwow of Life at MSU was the last university powwow before official tribal outdoor powwows begin in May.

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Drag show promotes acceptance with vibrant routines

Maria Braganini

April 19, 2015

The Official MSU Drag Show, one of the University Activities Board’s most popular events of the year, draws in more than 500 students of all backgrounds to create relationships and foster a sense of belonging.

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Graduate Employees Union rallies for better working conditions

Cameron Macko

April 19, 2015

In a bold display of defiance prompting the MSU police to post officers at the doors to the Hannah Administration building, the Graduate Employees Union staged a protest Friday morning before the Board of Trustees meeting.

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Board of Trustees approves 3.5 percent increasing in on-campus housing fees

Cameron Macko

April 17, 2015

The yearly costs will increase from $9,154 to $9,474 with the purchase of a silver meal plan. 

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UAB prepares for marquee drag show event

Ryan Squanda

April 17, 2015

MSU’s drag personas are being dusted off to come out and strut their stuff at the 2015 Official MSU Drag Show, which will take place 9 p.m. Friday at the Crossroads Food Court in the International Center.

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Sparty statue painted by U-M vandals

Ray Wilbur

April 16, 2015

MSU's Spartan Statue was painted blue and maize last night, although the extent of the paint job is unknown, according to Adam Lawver of the Landscape Services Department.

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Students hold candlelight vigil to mourn those killed in Kenyan university attacks

AJ Moser

April 16, 2015

The candlelight vigil was held at the rock on Farm Lane and students were encouraged to wear red, green and white — the colors of Kenya’s flag. MSU students from Kenya and members of the Lansing Kenyan Association spoke and shared their feelings about the tragedy.

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Increasing eSports competition shows its viability as a career path

Michael Kransz

April 15, 2015

The face of eSports is changing across the world, with the first university adding it to their athletic program.

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Breakdancing Club gears up for area-wide competition

Jessica Steeley

April 15, 2015

MSU Breakdance club will compete against other Midwest breakdancing crews this Saturday as part of the Red Cedar Ransom 6 at The Loft in Lansing.

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Relay for Life happening this weekend

Ashanti Seabron

April 15, 2015

Relay for Life is an Organized fundraising walk, taking place in the evening, designed to raise awareness about cancer and money towards cancer research.

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Broad China Business Society aims to host international student career fair

Ryan Squanda

April 15, 2015

For finance junior and China native Zhouxiaoxiong Qi, there are several complexities involved when American companies attempt to hire international students.