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College seeks building funds

In five years the cost for a new music facility has risen from $70 million to $103 million — to the point where officials said it is not feasible to start construction.

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Student government debates water quality

Nirali Patel will not touch MSU’s water. “MSU’s water is horrible,” the physiology sophomore said. “Black specks come out of the faucet when you turn it on, it tastes like iron and it creates a yellow rust. ...”

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Festival connects students to Israel

At MSU, things like Hillel Jewish Student Center, 360 Charles St., and Israel Fest, an event encompassing the culture of Israel, help other students connect to the place known for its strong Jewish culture.

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Awards honor exceptional bosses

Karen Plaut was presented with an Outstanding Supervisor Award in honor of National Boss Day on Tuesday. The awards, given by MSU’s Family Resource Center, started seven years ago at the university to honor bosses who are well-liked by their employees.

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Rally for mental health

She jumped straight out of the comic strip and onto the streets. Standing in the corner of Wells Hall surrounded by signs proclaiming “anxiety,” “depression,” “culture shock,” and “stress” was Lucy Van Pelt, of “Peanuts” fame, ready to offer her brand of psychiatric advice.