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West Circle to close during summer for utility upgrades
It’s been more than 70 years since West Circle’s utilities were updated, and MSU engineer Bob Nestle said “it’s been about time.”
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E.L. fire department cites fraternity for individual fire violations
With finals week behind him, Taj Rahman was looking forward to a stress-free winter break. But his piece of mind was shattered on Dec. 14 when the East Lansing Fire Department issued Rahman and his fraternity, Lambda Phi Epsilon, 14 tickets for tampering with smoke detectors.
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Bhutto's death hits home for some MSU students
For several MSU students and faculty members, the holidays brought shock and concern for loved ones as news of former Pakistani Prime Minister Benazir Bhutto’s assassination broke Dec. 27.
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University Village spreads out peers
When there is a conflict between two students in the dorms, it usually falls to the resident mentor to mediate the situation. In apartments, however, there typically isn’t an equivalent figure.
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Former dean of social science on his way to Dubai
He’s leaving Saturday for the Middle East, which he’ll call home for at least the next two years. But unlike the majority of Americans in the region, Brendan Mullan’s responsibilities won’t be militant — they will be academic.
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Country Markett closes, building to go up for lease
East Lansing lost one of its oldest shopping landmarks over winter break when Country Markett, 1367 E. Grand River Ave., closed its doors.
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Developer proposes construction of East Lansing hotel
Parents, professors and other visitors to MSU could have another spot to rest their heads pending a proposal by an East Lansing developer to build a hotel in place of a condominium complex.
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Raise keeps Simon's pay in middle of Big Ten pack
MSU President Lou Anna K. Simon received a $25,000 raise from the board of trustees today, bringing her salary to $520,000.
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Conservatory displays holiday flora
For East Lansing resident Nancy McGilliard, attending the Horticulture Gardens Annual Holiday Open House has been a tradition for the past five years.
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Late-night studying pushes students to mental limit, increases stress
Ten hours, two energy drinks and one cup of coffee into a marathon study session, Tim Ramijanc was starting to struggle.
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Mich. House passes bills to protect consumers during holiday season
With the holiday season already under way, state legislators are looking to protect consumers during the gift-giving season.
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MSU's party environment can overshadow fire hazards
When the sun sets over East Lansing this weekend, party-hopping MSU students will know what to expect: loud music, cheap beer and homes littered with drunk people.
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Spartan Stadium might receive $2M face-lift in April
The MSU Board of Trustees will vote today to authorize $2 million in repairs to Spartan Stadium to begin construction this April. “If it’s broken, you have to fix it,” said Rick Atkinson, assistant athletics director for facilities and event management.
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Exotic zoo animals keep warm for holidays
With chilly weather and biting winds settling into Lansing, Spike and Ebony prefer to spend their time indoors. Probably because they’re African rhinos.
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ASMSU passes parking meter bill altering time limits
Pricey parking meters, some of which are limited to an hour of use, are a problem on campus, ASMSU representative Chris Wickman said. Because of this, Wickman introduced a bill that was passed Nov. 29 by the Student Assembly.
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Winter carnival to benefit shelter
When Mike Prelesnik and other members of the Ingham County Fair Board decided to host a winter carnival on the fairgrounds, they wanted proceeds from the event to go to charity. The board settled on Capital Area Child & Family Services’ Angel House, an emergency shelter for children in Mason.
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Religious groups help students deal with finals
After countless hours of studying for exams, Andrea Hanley has found attending religious services helps her to balance the stress that comes with finals week.
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West Circle to upgrade utilities next year
The MSU Board of Trustees will vote today to authorize a $10.3 million upgrade to West Circle’s utilities.
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Board of Trustees prioritizes Spartan Stadium repairs
The MSU Board of Trustees will vote Friday to authorize $2 million in repairs to Spartan Stadium to begin construction in April.
NEWS
Bill could limit tuition increases
MSU could face possible federal funding cuts for increasing its tuition if a provision to a national higher education bill passes.