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MSU Professor solves plant disease problems
The best advice Mary Hausbeck ever received was to think of what she liked to do best and then make a career out of it.
MICHIGAN
Bicyclists head for the bridge
When former Sen. Dick Allen rode his bicycle from the state Capitol to Mackinaw City in 1971, he proved a point to the Department of Transportation and gave rise to a tradition.
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ASMSU kicks off new semester with shorter meetings, student elections
During the first ASMSU Student Assembly meeting of the school year, Chairperson Michael Leahy plans to enforce one thing right away: better time management.
NEWS
Lunar eclipse darkens E.L.'s summer sky, wows audience
While most of East Lansing was still asleep Tuesday morning, a crowd of about 50 people gathered on the roof of the Shaw Lane parking ramp for a 5 a.m. party.
NEWS
Council meeting in review
The East Lansing City Council convened Tuesday for a work session at City Hall. This was the council’s first formal gathering since Aug. 7. Here are four highlights from the discussion.
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Animal science professor dies after battle with cancer
Jeanne Burton’s work has led to more than just a lab report. The associate animal science professor garnered recognition, mentees and friends through her dedication to her work.
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Strengthening the ties
Zach Hodyna, a 2007 MSU graduate, has moved three times since leaving the university — not exactly giving him time to connect with an alumni association.
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Local religious centers search campus for interested students
The root beer keg was flowing at University Reformed Church’s fall welcome party after Sparticipation Saturday.
MICHIGAN
Michigan to host summit on alternative energy
Gov. Jennifer Granholm announced Tuesday that Michigan will host an energy summit with Sweden in early 2008 in an effort to bring international industries and jobs to the state.
MICHIGAN
Groups rally for peace on Capitol steps
Peace activists did not get discouraged Tuesday when U.S. Rep. Mike Rogers, R-Brighton, did not attend the Take a Stand campaign. Instead, they brought in a replacement in the form of a life-size poster of Rogers.
MICHIGAN
MSU receives federal funds for aquatic research
Saginaw Bay could soon have a comprehensive plan for managing its ecological resources thanks to a federal grant awarded to MSU research scientists.
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Welcome Week violent crimes down from last year
The numbers are in, and the East Lansing and MSU police departments report that more than 600 partygoers received tickets and upward of 125 spent time in jail during this year’s Welcome Week.
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Resource centers sort out, soothe roommate conflicts
To Campbell Hall resident mentor Tim Stachelski, Facebook.com is nothing more than an Internet facade for students eager to get a peek when they are “going in blind.”
NEWS
Attorney General Gonzales resigns amid skepticism
U.S. Attorney General Alberto Gonzales announced his resignation Monday after a wave of controversy and criticism began to surround his office.
NEWS
Police briefs 08/28/07
A 22-year-old female student reported being chased from the Equine Performance Center to the Administration Building by an unknown male Sunday, MSU police Sgt. Florene McGlothian-Taylor said.
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Mayor moves forward
When Sam Singh became mayor of East Lansing in 2005, he had high expectations for the city.
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Students strive to maintain traditions at college
Thumbtacked to the wall, next to the bed covered with her pink and yellow flowered comforter, hang posted snapshots of Menghan Liu’s parents, friends and husband back in China.
MICHIGAN
Mich. House passes bill to fund MSU
The Michigan House of Representatives passed a bill Wednesday pushing for over $1 billion in higher education funding to go to the state’s top three research universities.
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Energy provider offers Mich. residents chance to go green
Mid-Michigan residents may feel better about the environment thanks to an effort by the Lansing Board of Water & Light to ensure part of its power comes from renewable sources.