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Mel Tucker timeline: How the former MSU football coach fell
The complete timeline of Tucker's downfall, from the now-infamous alleged phone call to his contentious firing.
COMMUNITY
MSU Indigenous community members celebrate Orange Shirt Day, honor boarding school victims
In May of 2022, the U.S. Department of the Interior, or DOI, released an investigative report identifying approximately 500 Native American boarding schools across the United States and Canada that existed in the 19th and 20th centuries. Three of them existed in Michigan, and one did not close until 1983. Now, Indigenous students, faculty and community members of Michigan State University are making sure the atrocities committed against their communities are not forgotten. The National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, commonly known as Orange Shirt Day, honors the countless number of children who were sent to Native American boarding schools, many of whom never returned.
BUSINESS
First-come, first-serve: Students line up outside of The Abbot in hopes of signing a lease
Early Monday morning, the sidewalks of Abbot Road were filled with students wrapped in blankets, lined up outside of The Abbot in hopes of signing a new lease with the complex.
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Security and Fire Safety report shows increase in RVSM crimes, outlines new safety interventions
Reported cases of three relationship violence and sexual misconduct crimes on campus have increased since 2021 and updates to campus safety have increased, the 2023 Security and Fire Safety Report finds.
STUDENTS
Students discuss campus safety on home football game days
During game days, it's common for people who don't attend MSU to walk into campus buildings and residence halls as they follow their friends or join in the festivities. For many MSU students, however, something as simple as holding the door open for the person behind them can create a safety risk.
SOCIAL JUSTICE
Spartan Family Sensory Room: A place for everyone to enjoy Spartan sports
The Spartan Family Sensory Room was unveiled last Tuesday. The room is meant to be a safe space for individuals with autism and sensory needs.
COMMUNITY
Salaam Peace Festival connects Muslim community in East Lansing
The Salaam Peace Festival, hosted by the Islamic Center of East Lansing and Peace Quest, brings awareness to Muslims around the community by showing people about the various different Muslim cultures around the world.
EVENTS & ENTERTAINMENT
'First Voice Generation' film screened at MSU, explores identity
A screening of First Voice Generation was held at MSU on Sept. 28, 2023. Its story resonated with viewers and inspired them to find their voice.
EVENTS & ENTERTAINMENT
Students weigh in: Best comfort TV shows, movies to watch during fall
With summer coming to an end and the crisp fall weather rolling in, the changing leaves are bringing autumn vibes back to campus. For many Michigan State University students, the best way to celebrate this transition is by reaching for their favorite autumn film classics. From Halloween horror movies to Stars Hollow drama, here are some comfort TV shows and movies students think are perfect for the pumpkin spice season.
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MSU instructor on leave after students discover meth lab arrest
After an online profile revealed this instructor was teaching under a modified name, students discovered his connection to a Louisiana meth lab.
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Sudden sinkhole occurs on campus, causes and future risks remain unclear
A sinkhole opened on Service Road near the Recycling Center on Wednesday, though it was filled with asphalt within six hours. The cause of the sudden sinkhole remains unclear, but MSUPD communications said it was an "isolated incident."
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MSU deans, provosts rebuke Trustee’s president search ideas
MSU’s deans and vice-provosts sent a letter to the Board of Trustees asking that they only consider candidates for the presidency that are approved by the representative search committee. The letter followed a resolution from the faculty senate and comments from Interim President Teresa Woodruff pushing back against comments from a trustee who said the board might select a candidate not supported by the search committee.
HEALTH
The importance of MSU's medical amnesty policy: recognizing the signs and knowing how to respond
MSU's medical amnesty policy offers students who call for help in emergency situations exemptions from university drug and alcohol policy. Learn more about the policy to be prepared in case of a medical emergency.
MICHIGAN
Community violence prevention is a priority in this year's state budget
The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services has allocated $12.6 million to advance community violence prevention.
STUDENTS
Students bring back MSU skydiving club to "enjoy the beauty of skydiving"
“The purpose of the club is to enjoy the beauty of skydiving,” skydiving club member Noah Roux said. “For me, it is very calming to have the sense that the only thing that matters in that moment is that exact moment. So, everything else I stress out about, everything that worries me, all that doesn’t matter. The only thing I care about is making sure I jump safely.”
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Tucker's attorney prepares for possible litigation
Former MSU head coach Mel Tucker is preparing for litigation against the university for the termination of his $95 million contract yesterday, according to a statement released by Tucker’s attorney, Jennifer Belveal, that referred to his firing as "illegal."
STUDENTS
Students discuss gender stereotypes in clothing
Clothing and gender are two subjects that have long been associated with each other. Environmental studies and sustainability freshman Reidun Johnson said clothing can put people into a box, especially pertaining to gender.
MSU
Woodruff: I made 'principled choices' and I stand by them
Woodruff sat down with The State News to discuss her handling of the Tucker scandal, the leak of his accuser’s name, how she hopes MSU will move forward, and who she hopes will succeed her as the permanent president.
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Students and experts reflect on online learning
Students and professors weigh in on how online and asynchronous learning best fits into their lives.
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MSU Union evacuated after excessive steam release
At around 7 p.m., the Michigan State University Union was evacuated after steam discharge from the building's upper areas became excessive. MSU Deputy Spokesperson Dan Olsen said there was no fire, but rather an optical illusion caused by steam, leading many to believe that there was. Olsen said the issue has been resolved and the Union reopened.