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New labs and lecture hall unveiled in renovated packaging building
The College of Packaging unveiled its new renovations that have been in the works for 14 months.
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Nessel: MSU board chair orchestrated plan to release Nassar documents, but didn't follow through
Michigan State University board chair Rema Vassar contacted the state’s attorney general to tell her she had the votes to release thousands of long-withheld documents relating to the university’s handling of disgraced ex-MSU doctor Larry Nassar.
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MSU board refuses to release Nassar documents to attorney general
The board refused the attorney general’s request, with Chair Rema Vassar arguing that releasing the documents could "retraumatize survivors." Advocates for survivors disagree.
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Students Against Gun Violence urge trustees to change MSU's gun policy
Section 18.01 of the Board of Trustees firearms ordinance allows members of the general public with valid gun permits to conceal carry in outdoor public spaces on campus. At an MSU board meeting, Students Against Gun Violence members demanded the policy's revision.
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Environmental groups connect with students at fair ahead of Earth Day
UAB and ASMSU hosted a fair Thursday for environmental and sustainability student groups to connect with students ahead of Earth Day.
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MSU board approves 7% rate increase for dorms, meal-plans
The 7% increase was brought about by rising inflation, according to the proposal.
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ASMSU approves upcoming budget, new vice presidents of academic, governmental affairs
Devin Woodruff won the Vice President of Academic Affairs role with 25 votes after a run-off election and a re-vote.
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Associated Students of MSU candidate goes rogue
“To be frank, I know my chances are very, very low right now," Computer science junior Kaden Cho said. “I've heard all about inclusion from everyone here and that the system that you guys have over here is pretty much built against it. Y'all are disgusting hypocrites.”
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'Smoking someone down': What the simple act of sharing weed signifies to college students
Smoking someone down: A romantic gesture? A cost-saving technique? An act of pure kindness?What the simple act of sharing weed signifies to college students.
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MSU helps Ukrainian dairy farmers increase milk production
Food scarcity has become an ongoing issue in Ukraine throughout the country's war with Russia. MSU Extension educators pieced together a webinar for the Ukrainian Milk Producers Association titled “Feeding a Nation by Feeding Cows," to aid in milk production.
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New York Times journalist, author shares insight with students on Holocaust Remembrance Day
Sarah Wildman, New York Times journalist and author of "Paper Love: Searching for the Girl My Grandfather Left Behind" spoke to students about the investigation into her grandfather’s past that led to her book's creation. Her talk served as this year’s annual Holocaust Remembrance Day lecture.
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ASMSU elects new vice president of financial operations
As the current Associated Students of MSU associate vice president of financial operations, Drew Gardner is now moving up to the role of vice president of financial operations.
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Emily Hoyumpa elected as MSU student body president
At 11:20 p.m., it was voted on by the 60th General Assembly of the Associated Students of Michigan State that Hoyumpa is the next student body president.
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ASMSU presidential candidate receives backlash from Jewish Student Union member
This contention comes after pre-med junior Zaaki Mandwee attempted to reintroduce a bill that condemned human rights violations being committed against the people of Palestine by the Israeli Defense forces.
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'Three minutes can change so much': Berkey Hall professor reflects on grief, return to class following shooting
It is because of his pain and grief that professor Marco Díaz-Muñoz returned to class. He said he felt lost and he realized that he needed to see his students. He compared them to a wooden board floating in the ocean that he had to hold to stop from drowning.
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A lot has happened since the last Board of Trustees meeting, here’s what you need to know
The board will meet this Friday at 9 a.m. in the Hannah Administration building. Those wishing to make public comments at Friday’s meeting must register online by Wednesday, April 19. Statements to the board before the meeting can be made by emailing trustees@msu.edu.
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Candidate drops out of ASMSU presidential election, concerned about internal politics
Social relations and policy senior Shaurya Pandya withdrew from the ASMSU presidential election Tuesday. Pandya said he never intended to complete the race.
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3 ASMSU presidential candidates debate student issues
This debate discussed a variety of issues affecting MSU’s campus and students, from tighter gun control lobbying to stronger connections between ASMSU officials and the student body.
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Stoopfest is returning to Lansing. Here's what to know.
The Stoopfest music festival is returning to Lansing for its sixth year, featuring over 100 artists from various genres, such as folk, ska, hip hop and comedy. The festival will take place on April 20 and 21 in various locations across Lansing's Eastside neighborhood.
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MSU study reveals 1 in 5 Michigan adults don't want children. Where do students stand?
Environmental microbiology sophomore Alassane Sow is undecided if he wants children in the future. Sow isn't alone in his hesitancy. A study conducted and published by two Michigan State University professors reveals that over one in five adults in Michigan do not want children in their future.