MICHIGAN
Slotkin requests FBI briefing about DOJ report
Slotkin said that she wanted to push for a briefing to understand the errors made by the FBI.
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RHS looking to fill campus jobs at upcoming hiring fair
You can apply for open positions prior to the hiring fair on their website or apply for positions on-site. They will have current RHS staff members there to assist in the application process and conduct interviews.
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MSU removes emeritus title from two professors after sexual harassment inquiry
Michigan State University has stripped the emeritus title of two retired professors after determining that they have violated sexual misconduct policies.
MICHIGAN
EL City Council votes unanimously to establish police oversight board
The vote, which took place during the weekly East Lansing City Council Meeting, comes over a month after members of the Study Committee on an Independent Police Oversight Commission presented a report on the proposed establishment of this commission, containing the Study Committee’s recommendations on how the commission should be established.
BASEBALL
Mason Erla selected by Los Angeles Angels in MLB Draft
The Michigan State ace was one of the top starting pitchers in the Big Ten this season, throwing for 80 strikeouts in 79.2 total innings pitched. Erla finished the season with five wins in 13 starts and had a 3.50 ERA.
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Indianapolis FBI made many errors during Larry Nassar investigation, DOJ report finds
A report by the Inspector General of the U.S. Department of Justice found that the FBI Indianapolis Field Office made "numerous and fundamental" errors in their investigation of Larry Nassar's sexual abuse allegations.
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MSU investigation pushed for the dismissal of former tenured professor prior to his resignation
Stanley concluded his letter by saying that he agreed with the Hearing Committee’s investigation and recommended the dismissal of Foran at the next Board of Trustees meeting on June 18.
NEWS
New East Lansing game studio set to release MSU's first licensed video game
Plunder Panic’s development began within Michigan State’s game design and development program as a passion project for students and professors alike, according to Professor and co-founder of Will Winn Games, Brian Winn.
ICE HOCKEY
MSU Athletics receives $1.5 million donation for Munn Renovation Project
The renovations will total $26.2 million focusing on improving all areas of the arena, which was originally built in 1974.
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2020 graduates to receive in-person commencement this fall
This September, Michigan State University honors all 2020 graduates by holding an in-person commencement.
FOOTBALL
Former MSU football staffer's appeal dismissed in case against Dantonio
Former MSU football staffer Curtis Blackwell II sued former football Head Coach Mark Dantonio, former MSU President Lou Anna Simon and former MSU Athletic Director Mark Hollis in claiming violation of the Elliott-Larsen Civil Rights Act.
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Former MSU Board of Trustees nominee named new MPLP co-director
“I’m super excited for this opportunity to really impart my knowledge in the next generation of leaders in our state that go through the (Michigan Political Leadership) program,” Schuitmaker said.
SPORTS
3 MSU swimmers and divers received Academic All-American honors
The award is given annually to student-athletes that maintain a GPA of 3.5 or higher and received an invite for the national championship meet for their respective competition. Ling was named to the First-Team while Szara and Nitkiewicz were honorable mentions.
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MSU community reacts to university decision against mandatory COVID-19 vaccines
"It is important that we respect each other’s decisions and understand why some are unwilling to get vaccinated,” marketing junior Natalie Falotico said. “It’s important that we are all kind to each other and willing to understand each other’s decisions. We all need to be safe but we all also need to be understanding of each other’s beliefs and value our differences.”
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MSU's LBGT Resource Center renamed to the Gender and Sexuality Campus Center
The name was changed to better represent LGBTQ+ students at the university. According to the website, some of the challenges posed by the old name were its lack of inclusivity and use of the outdated acronym.
MICHIGAN
ELPD announces new community outreach program 'Coffee with the Chief'
The series will include three informal meetings at various locations in East Lansing between Johnson and members of the public. The chats will have a quick update on what East Lansing Police Department, or ELPD, is doing.
NEWS
National Parents Union in support of the CROWN act, call to protect students from hair discrimination
“Why must it (Black hair) conform to European standards of beauty? Why is that the marker of beauty?” Northeast delegate of National Parents Union Vivett Dukes said.
MICHIGAN
Ex-MSU gymnastics coach Kathie Klages released early from probation
Former Michigan State women's gymnastic coach Kathie Klages probation lifted months early.
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3 deaths linked to possible overdose in East Lansing over the past 2 months
Michigan State and the greater Lansing area have an extensive list of resources for anyone, student or not, who may be struggling with drug or alcohol abuse.
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ASMSU passes bill calling for free period products in all on-campus restrooms
On Thursday, June 24, the ASMSU passed a bill calling on MSU administration to provide free menstrual hygiene products in all on-campus restrooms.