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MSU to award shooting victims with posthumous degrees
Arielle Anderson, Brian Fraser and Alexandria Verner will be awarded honorary bachelor's degrees by MSU.
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Veterinary dean resigns, referencing MSU's handling of sexual misconduct
Michigan State University’s College of Veterinary Medicine dean Birgit Puschner resigned, citing the university’s mishandling of sexual misconduct investigations.
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East Lansing Police Oversight commissioners talk use-of-force policies, procedures and reporting practices
The East Lansing Independent Police Oversight Commission passed a motion designating a March 29 public hearing on best practices in police use-of-force policy as a special commission meeting.
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Democratic lawmakers take up universal background checks for gun purchases
Michigan’s current policy regarding background checks requires only federally licensed gun sellers to run a scan. According to experts, that allows a large number of gun sales to slip through, regardless of the buyer’s history.
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MSU to lock on-campus buildings in evenings, ramp up safety measures
Starting March 13, buildings that will be affected by this new policy are the same buildings currently locked from 11 p.m. to 7:30 a.m. Most buildings on campus follow this rule.
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Lansing coffee shop closes until March 3 due to hateful letter
Strange Matter Coffee, a Queer-women-owned business, announced on March 1 that their two shops, located in Eastside and downtown Lansing, would be closed until March 3 due to a ten-page letter filled with hate speech.
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Everything you need to know about MSU spring semester graduation
As commencement season approaches at MSU, soon-to-be graduates are tasked with navigating the whirlwind of deadlines and requirements. Here's a guide to everything you need to know about college graduation.
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MSU study first to research socioeconomic disadvantage, eating disorders in boys
A Michigan State University research study is expanding the field of eating disorder research as it became the first to look into the associations between socioeconomic disadvantage and disordered eating in boys.
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Andy Levin takes up fellowship at Center for American Progress
In an interview with The State News, former Rep. Andy Levin discussed his fellowship at the Center for American Progress, as well as other climate-based initiatives and projects he will be taking on.
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Lawsuit alleges rampant racial discrimination, harassment in MSU police department
A former HR administrator alleges a culture of racism inside MSU’s independent police force and apathy from the department's leadership. She said this lawsuit is her last option to hold MSUPD accountable.
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Michigan State University lifts COVID-19 vaccine mandate
Deputy spokesperson Dan Olsen said the widespread protection of the individuals who have already been vaccinated, plus new boosters and treatment options, eliminated the need for a campus-wide mandate.
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Beaumont Tower turns green, plays MSU Shadows in honor of shooting victims
After playing MSU Shadows, the Beaumont Tower bells rang eight times for the victims of the mass shooting. Minutes later, at 8:18 p.m., the entire tower lit up green.
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MSU advised HopCat in East Lansing to end fundraiser for ‘Spartan Strong’ fund
After HopCat announced it would be tying its beer sales to the donations to the "Spartan Strong" fund, MSU advised them to end the fundraiser. MSU Spokesperson Emily Guerrant said the university was concerned about encouraging people to drink as a way to raise money.
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Students on CATA buses during shooting left displaced and scared
“I turned around to everyone around me like ‘Are we seriously getting off right now?’” psychology sophomore Sydney Schultz said, recalling the night of Feb. 13 when she along with other students on the 31 bus were dropped off in the middle of an active-shooter situation.
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Slotkin to run for Senate; progressive students share thoughts
Democratic Rep. Elissa Slotkin announced on the morning of Feb. 27 she would be running for the open U.S. Senate seat in Michigan following current Sen. Debbie Stabenow's retirement.
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MSU’s gun policy explained
Although no one can possess a gun inside of a university-owned building or entertainment venue, members of the general public who have a valid permit are allowed to conceal carry in outdoor public spaces.
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Former business dean sues interim president, top MSU officials
Michigan State University’s controversial former business school dean Sanjay Gupta has sued many of MSU’s current and former top officials for allegedly defaming him in a presidential succession plot.
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MSU students return to somber campus after mass shooting
Following Monday's mass shooting, students returned to a somber campus. While professors are offering accommodations, this week of classes left classrooms empty and quiet. “I still hear laughing, but it stands out more,” political science-prelaw sophomore Alex Chalom said.
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Woodruff opens up about MSU shooting, response
In an interview with The State News, Woodruff opened up about her thoughts on campus security and student advocacy, thoughts on MSU’s return to in-person activities, as well as her processing of the shooting.
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An unusual pair: Auntie Anne's and Jamba Juice open joint location
Auntie Anne's and Jamba Juice recently opened a shared location on Grand River, which has been met with steady enthusiasm from customers.