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How and where to vote on election day 2019
The simplified voter's guide to casting your ballot in the Nov. 5, 2019 East Lansing election.
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ASMSU to host First Generation Appreciation Week this week
ASMSU is hosting a First Generation Appreciation Week to assist and celebrate MSU’s first generation college students in their unique college experience.
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Former MSU employee to stand trial for criminal sexual conduct charges
Robert Pittman faces up to 15 years in prison if convicted of the felony charge.
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East Lansing considers hiring deer sharpshooters
Councilmembers discussed culling, or hiring professional sharpshooters, to control the rising local deer population.
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New group MSU Orphan Relief seeks to provide resources and support
This year, students at Michigan State University founded their own chapter of Students for Orphan Relief, or Orphan Relief, in order to help cater to orphans by providing them with resources.
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The 1909: Ex-MSU President Simon to trial, MSU President Stanley agrees to demands in light of racist incidents, EL election preview
This week after backlash from the campus community over a series of racist incidents at MSU, President Samuel Stanley agreed to meet with minority leaders on campus. An Eaton County judge ruled that former MSU President Lou Anna K. Simon’s case will go to trial. In addition to covering breaking news stories like the resignation of MSU Trustee Nancy Schlichting, The State News has covered the upcoming city council election in East Lansing.
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President Stanley agrees to 3 student demands to improve diversity and inclusion
In the wake of several racist incidents on MSU's campus, different students groups have held several protests, encouraging community members to speak up for justice and change. The protesting students have 10 demands for the university administration.
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New mental health law reassures Olin providers
Four out of five of Olin's counselors would not be able to continue treating patients without a new law signed this week.
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East Lansing sets marijuana business regulations
New ordinance formalizes business regulations for recreational marijuana.
MEN'S BASKETBALL
Rocket Watts leans on leaders in transition to college hoops
Even with the help, Watts' transition into college basketball wasn't easy. But he has been able to rely on upperclassmen for support, and has impressed both on and off the court so far.
VOLLEYBALL
Jamye Cox takes after her role model on road to history
The junior libero looks to overtake the record for career digs at MSU.
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The 1909: Peaceful protests against hate on campus, FIJI sexual assault case dismissed
The 1909 talks peaceful protests after multiple racist incidents occur on Michigan State University's campus along with the dismissal of a sexual assault case that was reported at Phi Gamma Delta over homecoming weekend.
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East Lansing's path to 100% renewable energy
East Lansing's progress on its climate sustainability plan.
WOMEN'S BASKETBALL
Women's basketball team builds off powerful chemistry
The Spartans return this season with high expectations as they bring back more than 71% of their scoring from last year and a highly experienced group of seniors.
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Recent crashes and thefts cause concern for moped safety
With thefts and crashes amok, students need to know how to be secure and safe on mopeds. Here's what students and police officials have to say about mopeds.
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College of Communication Arts and Sciences holds forum following offensive Sona survey
The College of Communication Arts and Sciences hosted a forum Tuesday night following the offensive Sona survey sent out by one of the faculty members of the college.
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Special hours for election in East Lansing clerk's office Nov. 2
The East Lansing City Clerk's office is open Saturday, Nov. 2 for voting and registration and absentee ballots.
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Search committee to find new provost announced
The search committee to select Michigan State's next provost has been announced.
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The search for Michigan State's next provost will be an open search
The search for Michigan State University's next provost will be an open search.
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Column: Appreciation versus appropriation during Halloween
"With Halloween approaching, I’m here to help you decide if that costume inching its way out from the back of your closet is actually acceptable to wear."