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Week in review: Engler resigns, Udpa appointed, Perles’ debt cleared
Here's a wrap-up of news you may have missed last week.
NEWS
Detroit Women's March calls for inclusivity and change
A sea of pink hats filled the Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History on Jan. 19 for the Women’s March in downtown Detroit.
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Childcare resources for students, other takeaways from COGS meeting
At the first Council of Graduate Students, or COGS, meeting of the semester, the council discussed Engler's resignation, the presidential search process, childcare resources for students and more.
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New interim president, vetoed bills and more addressed at ASMSU meeting
At the first general assembly meeting of the semester, the undergraduate student government addressed MSU's new interim president, debated about ElectHer and discussed a vetoed bill.
MICHIGAN
MLK Day commission hosts first annual art contest
The Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday Commission of Mid-Michigan presented its first art contest alongside its essay contest, asking Lansing-area middle and high school students to symbolize change.
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'We are sorry it took so long': Trustees appoint new interim president
At the Board of Trustees meeting where former Interim President John Engler's resignation was approved, several trustees voiced hope that his resignation would begin to repair relationships within the MSU community.
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Activists, survivors attend board meeting, react to Engler resignation
Following former Interim President John Engler's resignation, community members gather in the Hannah Administration Building for another MSU Board of Trustees meeting.
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AG Dana Nessel wants to interview John Engler for MSU investigation
MSU spokesperson Emily Guerrant confirmed the university received the request and has notified Engler.
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Satish Udpa appointed to replace Engler as interim president
Satish Udpa—former dean in MSU’s College of Engineering—has been appointed to replace Interim President John Engler following his resignation Wednesday. Engler’s resignation will be effective immediately
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Age-Friendly Community Committee aims to increase accessibility
Citizens and government leaders come together through the the Age-Friendly Community Committee to improve accessibility and bridge the generational gap.
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Following removal, prayer ribbons for survivors will remain for now
A group of mothers began tying teal ribbons outside Wills House in honor of their daughters — who are survivors of ex-MSU doctor Larry Nassar's abuse.
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Summer career-building programs at MSU get $160,000 boost from USDA
Concerns about the future of natural sciences industries are being addressed at Michigan State through the rollout of a $160,000 grant from the U.S. Department of Agriculture.
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Events around East Lansing in honor of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
Keep track of all the celebrations surrounding Martin Luther King, Jr. Day with this roundup of local events.
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Controversial from start to finish: A timeline of Engler's tenure at MSU
A brief history of Interim President John Engler's controversial time at Michigan State University.
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Interim president John Engler officially resigns, effective Jan. 23
MSU Interim President John Engler has officially resigned from his position in a resignation letter.
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"Wave 2" Nassar survivors to attend tomorrow's BoT meeting
A group representing 168 Larry Nassar survivors not included in the $500 million settlement with MSU will attend the Jan. 17 Board of Trustees meeting.
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Report: Interim Michigan State President John Engler to resign, effective Jan. 23
After numerous calls from within the Michigan State administration and the MSU community, Interim President John Engler will resign, according to Gongwer News Service.
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Report: MSU board asks Engler to resign
Trustee Dianne Byrum asked Interim President John Engler to resign before the Michigan State Board of Trustees meets to decide his future Thursday, a source close to the administration told the Detroit Free Press.
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MSU board to meet Thursday to discuss personnel action regarding Engler
The MSU Board of Trustees will hold an open meeting on Thursday at 8 a.m. to discuss Interim President John Engler's future at the university.
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'Sweeping changes' to MSU admissions as applications decrease
Though MSU welcomed the "largest and most diverse class" this year, applications fell, the director was dismissed and scholarships were unusually distributed. MSU admissions is now undergoing "sweeping changes".