SPORTS
Michigan State gymnastics gears up for their meet against No.1 Michigan
Michigan State takes their first loss as a stepping stone as they get ready for their meet against Michigan.
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Positive meningitis case confirmed in East Lansing
The infected individual was a University of Michigan student, and had attended an event at Club Rush hosted by Sigma Beta Rho fraternity on Jan. 22. The event was attended by an estimated 250 participants.
MICHIGAN
COVID-19 in Ingham County: Nearly 14,000 cases reported in January
“When we look at our overall case trends, we can see that these are the highest numbers we’ve seen since the pandemic,” Ingham County Health Officer Linda Vail said. “That is true nationally, that is true almost everywhere.”
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Mott Foundation gives MSU $25 million grant to expand Flint public health partnership
The foundation granted nearly $12 million to MSU beginning in 2012, which allowed for the expansion and relocation of the College of Human Medicine’s public health program to Flint.
MICHIGAN
Whitmer proposes tax cuts, insulin regulation in State of the State Address
What Whitmer referred to as "kitchen table issues," such as tax reform, insulin regulation, electric vehicles and mental health, dominated her discussion in policy proposals for the upcoming year.
MICHIGAN
Patriarche Park renovations bolstered by local pickleball group
Looking for a new hobby to pick up? Well, now that Patriarche Park is installing 10 new pickeball courts, you may have just found one.
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MSU sees reflection in UM firing president, Anderson survivors settlement
On Jan. 19, U-M agreed to a $490 million settlement with survivors of now late Michigan doctor Robert Anderson. Just days prior, The U-M Regents terminated Schlissel on Jan. 15 following an investigation that found he was having a relationship with a subordinate.
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MSU student affairs offering scholarships to help current students next school year
The scholarships are intended to help assist the financial burden tuition places on many MSU students and are offered for many different student demographics including parents, LGBTQ+ students and veterans, among several others.
MICHIGAN
CATA extends service reductions until as late as March 6
This extension affects on and off-campus routes, as well as several Lansing-based routes.
NEWS
MSU alumna Dorothy Milne is taking the world of storytelling virtual
MSU acting alumna, Dorothy Milne, is bringing the art of storytelling and live theater to the virtual realm, producing the 25th Annual Fillet of Solo Festival completely virtually. She will be organizing and performing the newest and best acts of spoken word, truthful storytelling, taking the art from the Chicago theater, worldwide.
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Conservative students at MSU reflect on the events of Jan. 6, one year later
Conservative students talk about what the storming of the Capitol on Jan. 6, 2021 means to them and the conservative groups on campus, one year later.
MICHIGAN
Petition to implement heightened safety features on campus gains traction after discovery of Brendan Santo's body
"We're constantly evaluating improvements to our campus to further the safety and security of our Spartan Community and guests," MSU spokesperson Dan Olsen said. "We're having conversations about this particular space on campus and looking at additional measures to make it safer for our community."
LIFE
'It's mainly a male-dominated space': MSU student advocates for female, non-binary gym spaces
Gyms tend to be a male-dominated space filled with unsettling grunts and moans. So ASMSU representative Ella Woekhlke is writing a bill to push for a workout designated for female and nonbinary students.
MICHIGAN
MSUPD needs help in identifying sexual assault suspect
The suspect was described as an unknown male, with tan skin, curly hair and 5'9" tall.
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How college students can combat the pricey foe of textbook affordability
There's no end in sight for the outstanding course material price tags that students have to deal with, but there are still many ways to combat the issue at hand.
MICHIGAN
New 'Oddtiques' shop conjures up in Lansing
Voodoo’s World of Oddtiques held their grand opening this Saturday, welcoming guests to embrace all things weird and spooky.
MICHIGAN
Big Ten comparison: COVID-19 preparation and policy
From testing to quarantine protocols, COVID-19 preparedness is not a "one-size-fits-all" approach for the schools in the Big Ten league.
SPORTS
Michigan State gymnastics falls to Iowa in their first Big Ten meet of the season
MSU gymnastics falls short in first Big Ten matchup of the season
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Board of Trustees secretary and chief of staff selected
Associate professor Eric Scorsone was appointed as secretary and chief of staff for the Board of Trustees. He will assume his position on Feb. 1 and be approved at the scheduled board meeting on Feb. 11.
MICHIGAN
MSU-affiliated domestic violence programs receive funding to further help survivors
Short-term hotel lodging, prepaid cell phones, gas cards, home security items and hiring a new employee are some of CARE’s plans for the funds.