MICHIGAN
With 1,250 COVID-19 cases connected to MSU, ICHD left with limited options
Since Aug. 24, 1,250 COVID-19 cases have been revealed connected to the university.
MSU
RHS furloughs 700+ MSU student employees on short notice
Michigan State Residential and Hospitality Services notified student employees Monday that they would be placed on a leave beginning Oct. 4, according to a letter from RHS Human Resources. This notification was sent out to more than 700 RHS student team members, according to RHS Chief Communications Officer Kat Cooper, giving those furloughed a short 12-day notice.
NEWS
City of East Lansing recognizes National Voter Registration Day
The call to action comes after Gov. Gretchen Whitmer and Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson encouraged Michigan citizens to register and vote in a press conference last week.
MICHIGAN
Vehicle theft suspect arrested by the County Sheriff's Dept. after fleeing highway crash
Vehicle theft suspect caused an accident with another vehicle on the highway. The suspect was then taken into custody Monday by Ingham County Sheriff's Department with assistance from Michigan State University Police Department.
MSU
ASMSU announces candidates for fall General Assembly election
ASMSU is holding a special fall election to fill vacant seats. With the announcement of the new candidates, there will still be vacancies in multiple colleges.
LIFE
MSU students react to Madden, 2k and the Spartans involvement
While some Spartan fans are ecstatic that they can play as their favorite team, the game has also left some longing for what once was.
MSU
MSU's virtual homecoming begins Sunday
On-demand events will also be available throughout the week, including free movies and the Spartan Marching Band's halftime performances.
MICHIGAN
MSU fraternity president 'blindsided' by mandatory quarantine; MSU officials were aware of stricter mandate
President of the MSU Beta Zeta Chapter of Theta Chi Ryan Welch said he and other fraternity presidents were “blindsided” by the health department’s order to quarantine. Welch said the fraternities were notified by an email from Ingham County Health Officer Linda Vail.
MSU
Veterinary medicine students petition for tuition reimbursement
“I felt really active and got angry one day, so I kind of started typing out this petition," Doctor of veterinary medicine third-year Nate Vandentop said.
MICHIGAN
ICHD issues mandatory quarantine period for 11 more large EL properties, total now 39
A total of 39 properties are now under quarantine, including 25 fraternity and sorority houses, and 14 large rental houses.
MICHIGAN
Harbor Bay Real Estate may have violated an agreement with East Lansing
Harbor Bay Real Estate threatened legal action against the city because they wouldn't lift the age restriction on Newman Lofts. But now, Harbor Bay may be in violation of an agreement and zoning laws set by the city.
MICHIGAN
Senior ambassador pilot program helps connect isolated students, senior citizens
MSU professors John Waller and Dr. Clare Luz teamed up to create the Senior Ambassador Program, a virtual learning program where students from the Social Science Scholars Program are matched with seniors in the East Lansing community to build strong, intergenerational relationships, all through Zoom video calls.
MICHIGAN
Gov. Whitmer, Benson discuss voting opportunities ahead of election
With over 5 million votes expected in the November election, Michigan officials are educating citizens on how to vote safely in the COVID-19 era.
COMMENTARY
Column: Big Ten Football returns, it feels iffy, maybe wrong, but it means a lot to many
Big Ten football is back, I am worried, happy and curious as to what's in store.
LIFE
MSU students, CAPS counselor weigh in on alone time, mental health
In a society where interaction and stimulation is at the click of a button, alone time isn’t normalized. However, Riley said she thinks it is an important aspect of life to connect with yourself and can lead to many positive impacts.
MSU
14 MSU students at risk of suspension for ignoring COVID-19 safety mandates
"We have 51 incident reports currently being processed by our Dean of Students Office for possible violations of the community compact and Ingham County emergency orders," MSU Deputy Spokesperson Dan Olsen said in an email.
MICHIGAN
EL retail businesses concerned with limited MSU students on campus
The state's UIA press release on Sept. 2 indicated a hopeful future for the Michigan economy, but East Lansing city officials expressed concern for downtown retail businesses.
MICHIGAN
About 550 of Ingham County's September COVID-19 cases connected to MSU
With 2,709 COVID-19 cases in Ingham County, Ingham County Health Officer Linda Vail said about 40% — or 980 — come from the first two weeks of September alone. About 700 or more of them, she said, are likely related to MSU, though more data analysis will be required to make a final determination.
MSU
MSU scientists develop first functioning mini heart model
These miniature heart models enable an ability to study many other cardiovascular-related diseases on the developing fetal heart.
MSU
ASMSU makes changes to several programs, cancels Safe Ride
ASMSU altered most of their services for the fall semester due to COVID-19 and online classes.