MSU to review board chair Vassar's actions
The University’s General Counsel’s Office initiated a review this morning into whether Scott’s claims “rise to the level of a violation of our Code of Ethics and Conduct is appropriate.”
MSU interim president Woodruff: Work with board chair is ‘challenging’
Michigan State University’s interim president Teresa Woodruff released a brief statement Monday afternoon amid allegations that she is being bullied and usurped by board chair Rema Vassar.
Former MSU trustees join calls for board chair Vassar's resignation
Two former Michigan State University trustees have joined growing calls for board chair Rema Vassar's resignation.
MSU student groups, faculty split on controversy surrounding board chair Vassar
The news has elicited responses from members of the MSU community, including student groups like ASMSU and BSA.
Whitmer asks MSU to investigate and 'take action' over board chair allegations
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer released a statement Monday morning responding to calls for the resignation of Michigan State University board chair Rema Vassar.
Where MSU’s trustees stand on removing the board chair
Michigan State University trustee Dennis Denno has released a statement in support of board chair Rema Vassar amid calls for her resignation.
Vassar planned donor dinner at president’s house but didn’t include her
Michigan State University board chair Rema Vassar held a dinner for donors at the interim president’s house but excluded her, according to emails newly obtained by The State News.
Faculty leader, former board chair join calls for MSU board chair Vassar's resignation
Faculty senate chair Jack Lipton called for "ethics reforms" the resignation of Michigan State University board chair Rema Vassar Sunday evening.
MSU trustee calls for board chair Vassar’s removal over 'harmful consequences' of her bullying, plotting
MSU trustee Brianna Scott called for the removal of board chair Rema Vassar in a seven-page letter obtained by The State News.
MSU BSA, NAACP walk out to protest campus discrimination
The MSU BSA and NAACP held a walkout for students to come together and voice their frustration about racial discrimination and a lack of accountability on campus. The protest was organized in response to several instances of discrimination against Black students throughout the semester.
MSU researchers developing long-range identification technology for U.S. intelligence community
MSU researchers are working to develop a computer vision system capable of identifying individuals from 1,000 meters away. The long-range identification software that arises out of this research is intended to be used by U.S. intelligence.
MSU Broad Art Museum announces “The CORE,” showcases 5,000 years of history
Michigan State University's Broad Art Museum recently announced that it will be opening up a research center on Nov. 10. The new space, called The Center for Object Research and Engagement, or CORE, will feature a “wide range of artworks that span 5,000 years of history, offering a portal to different time periods and cultures," according to a museum press release.
MSU police and athletics bulk up security for Michigan versus Michigan State game
As Saturday's contentious matchup between MSU and the University of Michigan approaches, MSUPD is preparing for an influx of fans by increasing its police presence. In response to last year's tunnel fight between the two teams, MSUPD will also have additional security personnel stationed throughout the stadium and near the tunnels.
The Rock painted in honor of shooting victim Brian Fraser's 21st birthday
Brian Fraser was one of three students killed in the Feb. 13 mass shooting. At midnight, Phi Delta Theta brothers painted The Rock with “Happy 21st Birthday Brian Fraser” and “Rest in Peace written in green.
Donor's name removed from business college lab following student advocacy
After over three years of advocacy, MSU alumnus and donor Larry Gaynor's name has been removed from the Eli Broad College of Business Entrepreneurship Lab — formerly the Larry and Teresa Gaynor Entrepreneurship Lab — and the MSU donor list following his racist remarks.
Desire paths: how the art of deviant pedestrianism shapes MSU campus
From MSU's inception, pedestrians have been using their feet to tell campus planners where sidewalks should go. They listened.
MSU releases statement condemning hateful speech, derogatory language incidents on campus
Student Life and Engagement and the Office of Civil Rights sent a letter to students addressing recent instances of "hate speech, derogatory language, and inappropriate behavior" on campus. The Black Students' Alliance said the letter was a direct response to a statement released by the organization six days prior to the letter, which detailed several "racial incidents" that Black students have experienced this semester.
MSU announces biggest undergraduate class in school’s history — but why does it keep growing?
Not only does MSU have their largest incoming class yet, but their total enrollment consists of 51,316 students, who hail from Michigan’s 83 counties, all 50 states and 130 countries. This is the most amount of students MSU has ever had at once — but why?
Review of MSU’s response to campus shooting calls for more communication, officers
The 26-page report detailed the responses from the police, emergency services and the university. Many of the recommendations regarding surveillance, locks, communication and more are being implemented or discussed by university leadership.