Because many college-aged students primarily use cell phones, they may be underrepresented in political polls this election season, according to Paul Abramson, an MSU political science professor.
When Chris Bryner saw the dark clouds rolling into East Lansing on Sunday, the first thing he thought about was climbing onto the roof of CVS Pharmacy, 240 M.A.C. Ave., where he would have a front row seat to watch the storm.
Math tutor Kyle Glashower said many of the students he helps don’t understand the basic skills they need to pass math.
Lansing declared a state of emergency Sunday as a result of damage from the weekend’s storms which could leave thousands of residents in the dark as late as Tuesday or Wednesday, local energy providers said. Severe thunderstorms as early as Friday night cut power and caused damage in Lansing area homes.
Leaning against a wall of Margaret Aguwa’s office are dozens of awards, detailing her educational and professional career. Across the room African artwork hints at her Nigerian roots.
Steve McLean has been running in East Lansing for 23 years, but has run into a tree twice while running near campus because of what he calls a lack of safe lighting on pedestrian trails.
When Mark Grebner first ran for the Ingham County Board of Commissioners in 1974, he was an MSU student — and now, more than 30 years later, he will be campaigning to keep his seat against a current student. Brad Dennis, an international relations sophomore, is running against Grebner for the District 10 seat for the Board of Commissioners.
No cell phone allowed while driving. Only one other person can be in the car. While these may sound like strict driving rules bestowed on a teenage driver from their parents, two pending Michigan driving bills could turn these suggestions into law.
Whether it’s the glittering disco balls at the door or the satisfaction of sifting through pounds of clothes to snatch the perfect top, thrift and resale stores across East Lansing are grabbing community members’ attention.
The U.S. Senate passed the final fiscal year 2009 budget resolution Thursday.
MSU is taking steps toward animal advocacy by hosting the second annual Animals & Society Institute Fellowship Program.
The East Lansing Family Aquatic Center’s new splash park, featuring 12 interactive play features, will be formally introduced to the community at its dedication ceremony Saturday.
History was made Tuesday after Sen. Barack Obama, D-Ill. obtained the required 2,118 delegates to become the presumptive Democratic presidential nominee following the two remaining primaries in South Dakota and Montana.
Opinions are still divided regarding the plan to modify Michigan’s motorcycle helmet law. The plan, which will allow motorcyclists to purchase a special permit to ride helmet-free, is supported by the American Bikers Aiming Toward Education of Michigan.
A car loaded with explosives was found in a London market during economics professor Paul Menchik’s study abroad trip last summer. “(The explosives) didn’t go off and the situation was handled so no one on the trip left,” he said.
Tornadoes have accounted for 112 deaths across the United States so far this year. There have been 350 tornadoes between the beginning of the calendar year and the end of March recorded by the National Weather Service.
The MSU Department of Teacher Education is producing award-winning student teachers. The Michigan Association of Teacher Educators awarded two MSU students in their 23rd annual Michigan Student Teacher/Intern of the Year Award competition.
Taking a small step toward saving someone’s life is what Ahron Barber said makes donating blood important to him. Barber, an MSU astrophysics senior, completed his eighth blood donation since turning 17, (the minimum age required to donate), Tuesday afternoon at the International Center during the American Red Cross’ first blood drive at MSU in June.
The state Department of Environmental Quality wants people to stop aquatic hitchhikers by practicing cleaner boating.
Students within the Institute of Agricultural Technology have begun to sell organic produce at a farm stand on campus.