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International student enrollment falling at MSU
OISS Assistant Director Elizabeth Matthews said there are a lot of factors that might impact the decline, especially for Chinese students.
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College of Osteopathic Medicine's interim dean recommended to fill role
Andrea Amalfitano — current interim dean of Michigan State University’s College of Osteopathic Medicine — has been recommended to serve as the college’s dean. The appointment will be effective Dec. 14, if approved by the Board of Trustees.
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USA Gymnastics files for bankruptcy in aftermath of Nassar's abuse
USA Gymnastics filed for bankruptcy in the aftermath of ex-MSU and USA Gymnastics doctor Larry Nassar's sexual abuse.
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ASMSU: Semester in review
Here are four important things that happened this semester with ASMSU.
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Fall 2018: A semester in review
It has been a year of challenges for Michigan State University. With finals week approaching, here are some of the top headlines from this semester.
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End of an era: State News general manager retires
As the semester comes to a close, so will an era for The State News, as staff members will say goodbye to General Manager Marty Sturgeon.
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Park District clears major hurdle, receives state tax credit
The Park District redevelopment project is officially moving forward, after the developers received a crucial state tax credit last week.
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City Council may require electric car chargers at new developments
An ordinance is being pushed by city council that would require new developments in East Lansing to have electric car charging stations.
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$1.5 million alumni gift allows ongoing scholarships and funding for debate team
MSU’s debate team received $1.5 million from an alumni couple to help ensure "the nationally competitive program will enjoy ongoing scholarship and funding support for years to come."
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JCI Lansing's Stuff the Bus drive taking gifts for Lansing families
Lansing families will have the opportunity to receive Christmas gifts donated through JCI Lansing's Stuff the Bus drive, running this weekend at the Eastwood Towne Center Walmart.
MICHIGAN
Holiday gifts from Michigan artists available at Lansing gallery
The Lansing Art Gallery offers Michigan artists a chance to sell their works at the Michigan Made Holiday Exhibition, which runs through Dec. 22.
NEWS
House, Senate pass updated amendments to minimum wage, paid sick time
Overhauls of the paid sick time and minimum wage ballot initiatives passed by the Legislature earlier this year are headed to Gov. Rick Snyder's desk.
MICHIGAN
Possible clarification of rental law paused until August 2019
The introduction of a controversial ordinance to make it illegal to charge multiple months of rent at once is getting delayed, again.
NEWS
Snyder won't seek student input on Perles successor
Outgoing Gov. Rick Snyder will not seek input from MSU students or faculty before selecting MSU Trustee George Perles’ successor, according to Snyder's communications director.
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MSU starts paying $500 million settlement to Nassar survivors
The university announced today it will begin paying out its $500 million settlement with survivors of ex-MSU doctor Larry Nassar’s sexual abuse.
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Engler to discontinue Nassar fund, despite expert advice, source says
The Healing and Assistance Fund will be discontinued, an email obtained by The State News said.
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ASMSU President Katherine Rifiotis takes leave of absence
ASMSU President Katherine "Cookie" Rifiotis is taking a personal leave of absence for the remainder of the semester, effective immediately.
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Motivational speaker Eric Thomas gives students advice before finals week
Motivational speaker Eric Thomas spoke to a group of MSU students Monday night about how to stay focused before heading into finals week.
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MSU professor describes alleged sexual harassment by associate dean
A Michigan State professor discussed the alleged sexual harassment, online harassment and "utter institutional failure" she said she experienced during her time at the university.
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Alleged sexual harassment of professor discussed by ASMSU
James Madison and Lyman Briggs professor Joy Rankin published a long essay Nov. 28 detailing the sexual harassment she allegedly suffered at the hands of an unnamed associate dean.