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Berryman endowment given to museum
Even after his death, Val Berryman still is giving his all to the MSU Museum.
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IRONDOG hosts 5k run to help injured pets
Last summer, fourth-year veterinary medicine student Eric Naplin faced overwhelming medical bills when his dog Seppe, an energetic and friendly Weimaraner, was confronted with major health issues. IRONDOG was there to step in and help Naplin pay for the care — possibly saving Seppe’s life.
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New website helps students manage college loans, debt
In an effort to increase transparency with regard to loans for seniors graduating this year, the U.S. Department of Education has introduced two new features on its website.
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Students describe greatest April Fools' Day pranks
From impersonating an MSU men’s hockey player to waking up soaked by water guns, here are a few pranks told by students and faculty.
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ASMSU announces Hot Chelle Rae to open for Ne-Yo concert
ASMSU, MSU’s undergraduate student government, announced yesterday through Twitter that Hot Chelle Rae will be performing as the opener at Ne-Yo’s April 11 concert at Breslin Center.
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Holiday-conflicting MSU schedule raises concerns
With Easter weekend fast approaching and Passover ending next Tuesday, some MSU community members feel the university should consider taking days off to celebrate the religious holidays. But for many students, the current religious policy is enough.
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ASMSU approves April carnival, moves to support medical amnesty non-profit
ASMSU, MSU’s undergraduate student government wrapped up its 49th session by passing a handful of bills, including a move to bring a carnival to campus at the beginning of April.
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Hot Chelle Rae coming to Breslin, opening for Ne-Yo
ASMSU, MSU’s undergraduate student government, announced today via Twitter that Hot Chelle Rae will be performing as the opener at the April 11 Ne-Yo concert at the Breslin Center.
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Keep your eyes on the size
Rather than thinking pizza is unhealthy, and salads are the only nutritious options in the dining halls, many meal options in the halls experts say are a healthy choice for students.
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RHA elects new leader for diversity affairs
The Residence Halls Association elected Travis Lunsford as its next Director of Racial, Ethnic, and Progressive Affairs, or DREPA, for the 44th session, at Wednesday’s general assembly.
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Free student legal services extended through 2019
Free legal services for students who pay student government taxes will remain available through 2019 following a contract with Jeffries & Newton law firm, ASMSU — MSU’s undergraduate student government — and the Council of Graduate Students, or COGS.
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Dance hosted at Wonders Hall
Thursday students are welcome to dress in semi-formal attire for the Spring Fling dance from 8-11 p.m.
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Local musicians help Greater Lansing Food Bank
The idea began with music, MSU football and charity.
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AIDS at forefront of MSU community during discussion
Members of the black community are stepping up this week to address a sometimes taboo topic — AIDS and HIV. The week was sparked by a conversation between President of Case Hall Black Caucus Jolisa Brooks and President of the Zeta Delta chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Paris Wilson. “We both lost uncles to AIDS,” Brooks said.
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New MSU food truck debuts on campus
With one food truck already roaming campus offering traditional meals, the Spartan Hospitality Group decided to add a second food truck to the mix this week.
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New website enables students to ask anonymous questions
With more than 55 percent of MSU’s international students coming from China, MSU experts have been searching for a way to reach those students when it comes to health-related questions while protecting students’ anonymity surrounding sensitive topics.
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MSU Police present safety tips for emergency incidents
At Tuesday afternoon’s University Council meeting, members were briefed on MSU’s campus security measures and what actions to take if faced with an active violence incident — a topic that has buzzed among faculty members for nearly two months, following the Dec. 2012 Newtown, Conn., school shooting.
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Third annual IRONDOG 5k Race to assist animals
Saturday is the third annual IRONDOG 5K Run/Walk on MSU’s campus.
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ASMSU policy gives profs mid-semester evaluation
ASMSU, MSU’s undergraduate student government, is looking to engage in conversations with university officials to give students the power to evaluate their professors midway through each semester.
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Spartan statewide spending
MSU has a total impact on Michigan’s economy of about $4.7 billion and about $397 million in spending with local businesses, according to data from MI Spartan Impact — a site launched earlier this month showing the academic and economic impact of MSU on Michigan.