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Michigan State cuts faculty wages amid coronavirus budget implications
MSU is also reducing its retirement plan matching contributions from 10% to 5% of employees’ compensation.
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Michigan State BOT to hold June 26 virtual meeting
Dr. Jack Lipton from the College of Human Medicine will be giving a presentation on the “innovation, adaptation, and scaling up” of COVID-19 testing.
MICHIGAN
Survivors, activists denounce new Title IX regulations in Democratic Women's Caucus roundtable
U.S. Rep. Elissa Slotkin (MI-08) invited experts to discuss Title IX changes
MICHIGAN
After 14 positive COVID-19 cases linked to Harper's Restaurant and Brewpub, it temporarily closes
Harper’s Restaurant and Brewpub announced in a post Monday night they would be temporarily closing to ensure the safety of staff and customers. At least 14 cases of COVID-19 have been reported in relation to the restaurant.
FOOTBALL
Students react to opening up Spartan Stadium, share their concerns
MSU Athletic Director Bill Beekman said the plan is to give students the priority for tickets if fans are allowed into Spartan Stadium for football, but would students feel safe doing so?
NEWS
ELPD searching for 2nd individual involved in exchange of gunfire in local neighborhood
According to the release, ELPD is still working to identify the second vehicle and individual involved in an exchange of gunfire that occurred on Saturday evening.
MSU
Students share experiences with balancing mental health and activism
In the wake of a global pandemic and a human rights movement, mental health matters though it is often put second to other types of wellness. MSU students share their experiences with balancing activism and mental health.
MSU
'There's a much longer fight ahead of us': MSU community reacts to Supreme Court ruling protecting LGBTQ+ employees
This ruling involves multiple cases in which an employer allegedly fired an employee for being gay or transgender. Under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, it is held this is unlawful.
MICHIGAN
'Find your why': Black Lives Matter Lansing hosts 'Call to Action' at City Hall
Hundreds gathered on Saturday evening, the day after Juneteenth, a celebration of the ending of slavery, at Lansing’s City Hall Plaza for the Black Lives Matter’s “Community Call to Action.”
MICHIGAN
Shots fired in East Lansing's Chesterfield Hills neighborhood
One person has been taken into custody.
MSU
Michigan State VP of Research Stephen Hsu resigns
MSU President Samuel L. Stanley Jr. plans to appoint an interim VP in the coming days.
PHOTO VIDEO
State News Sports Roundtable: MSU wrestling star Cameron Caffey
Cameron Caffey comes on the Roundtable to discuss being a student-athlete at MSU and some of the discussions happening in wrestling about race.
MICHIGAN
Whitmer announces state of emergency extension, plans to reopen K-12 schools
As different sectors of state continue to reengage, Whitmer said she is hopeful the entire state will be able to move to Phase 5 of the MI Safe Start Plan before July 4.
MSU
ASMSU holds impromptu summer meeting, talks MSUPD reform and more
ASMSU held the first of three impromptu summer Zoom meetings to discuss MSUPD reform and advocate for the removal of Vice President of Research Stephen Hsu.
MSU
ASMSU calls to remove Stephen Hsu as Research VP
The final bill passed nearly unanimously, with one abstention.
MICHIGAN
Lansing mayor cancels Juneteenth activities, committee to air special tribute
Due to COVID-19 concerns, Mayor Andy Schor canceled the annual Juneteenth ceremonial kick-off program, parade, softball game and outdoor music festival.
MICHIGAN
East Lansing appoints Elaine Hardy as diversity, equity and inclusion administrator
Hardy will begin the new role June 22.
MICHIGAN
East Lansing High School students reflect on delayed graduation plans
As the board delays the graduation ceremony in response to COVID-19, students reflect on how they feel graduating during a pandemic.
MICHIGAN
ELPD officer's attorney urges prosecutors to make swift decision in use of force incident
Most recently, Michigan State Police submitted a warrant request to Ingham County prosecutors asking for the review of Stephenson's actions during a December 2019 incident.
MSU
Michigan State facilities employee under investigation for racist Facebook posts
The university was made aware from complaints that came in over the weekend, Guerrant said.