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MSU grad student researches panda habitats in China
So far, finding fresh panda droppings in Chinese nature reserves is all Vanessa Hull can report.
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4-H group tips off 100th anniversary
More than 4,200 current and former 4-H members and their families attended the MSU women’s basketball game Saturday, which served as a kickoff for 4-H’s new year and its “4-H Forever” campaign in celebration of the past 100 years.
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Islamic New Year brings prayer, reflection
While popping champagne corks , whizzing noisemakers and the countdown to midnight are universal sounds signifying a new year for most Americans, the Islamic New Year is a much quieter affair.
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West Circle to close during summer for utility upgrades
It’s been more than 70 years since West Circle’s utilities were updated, and MSU engineer Bob Nestle said “it’s been about time.”
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Bhutto's death hits home for some MSU students
For several MSU students and faculty members, the holidays brought shock and concern for loved ones as news of former Pakistani Prime Minister Benazir Bhutto’s assassination broke Dec. 27.
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University Village spreads out peers
When there is a conflict between two students in the dorms, it usually falls to the resident mentor to mediate the situation. In apartments, however, there typically isn’t an equivalent figure.
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Former dean of social science on his way to Dubai
He’s leaving Saturday for the Middle East, which he’ll call home for at least the next two years. But unlike the majority of Americans in the region, Brendan Mullan’s responsibilities won’t be militant — they will be academic.
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Raise keeps Simon's pay in middle of Big Ten pack
MSU President Lou Anna K. Simon received a $25,000 raise from the board of trustees today, bringing her salary to $520,000.
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Conservatory displays holiday flora
For East Lansing resident Nancy McGilliard, attending the Horticulture Gardens Annual Holiday Open House has been a tradition for the past five years.
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Late-night studying pushes students to mental limit, increases stress
Ten hours, two energy drinks and one cup of coffee into a marathon study session, Tim Ramijanc was starting to struggle.
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Mich. House passes bills to protect consumers during holiday season
With the holiday season already under way, state legislators are looking to protect consumers during the gift-giving season.
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Spartan Stadium might receive $2M face-lift in April
The MSU Board of Trustees will vote today to authorize $2 million in repairs to Spartan Stadium to begin construction this April. “If it’s broken, you have to fix it,” said Rick Atkinson, assistant athletics director for facilities and event management.
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Exotic zoo animals keep warm for holidays
With chilly weather and biting winds settling into Lansing, Spike and Ebony prefer to spend their time indoors. Probably because they’re African rhinos.
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ASMSU passes parking meter bill altering time limits
Pricey parking meters, some of which are limited to an hour of use, are a problem on campus, ASMSU representative Chris Wickman said. Because of this, Wickman introduced a bill that was passed Nov. 29 by the Student Assembly.
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Religious groups help students deal with finals
After countless hours of studying for exams, Andrea Hanley has found attending religious services helps her to balance the stress that comes with finals week.
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West Circle to upgrade utilities next year
The MSU Board of Trustees will vote today to authorize a $10.3 million upgrade to West Circle’s utilities.
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Board of Trustees prioritizes Spartan Stadium repairs
The MSU Board of Trustees will vote Friday to authorize $2 million in repairs to Spartan Stadium to begin construction in April.
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Will Ferrell to come to Breslin Center
Will Ferrell’s Funny or Die Comedy Tour Presented by Semi-Pro Tour will make a stop on campus at 8 p.m. Feb. 5 at Breslin Center. It features Ferrell, Demetri Martin, Zach Galifianakis and Nick Swardson.
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ASMSU raises funding cap for student group
The International Student Association could see their spending capabilities triple thanks to a recently passed bill.
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Innovations: Air force study leads to new plastic discovery
What started as research for the Air Force eventually became state-of-the-art nanotechnology for professor Lawrence Drzal.